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Authorities arrested 23 people and seized 313 Web sites during a four-month nationwide investigation.
The line, which includes sport shirts, sweatshirts, T-shirts, jodhpur shorts, caps and jackets, will launch at Beams stores in Japan on Friday.
Some of the best and brightest from Bloomingdale’s, Costco, Wal-Mart, Facebook and other companies will participate.
The fragrance will be launched in most markets on Feb. 15, and in April for the U.S.
Lensed by Eugenio Recuenco, the spot features model Frida Gustavsson wandering in a snowy labyrinth before finding the apple-shaped scent bottle.


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A new analysis by biologists at the University of California has found that octopuses don't require their eyes to detect light and the changes in its intensity, and can do so through their skin. The researchers had tested the theory on two-spot octopuses and found that the skin of the animal has color organs called chromatophores, which are activated by the light.
"Octopus skin doesn't sense light in the same amount of detail as the animal does when it uses its eyes and brain," researcher Desmond Ramirez, said, The Mirror reported Thursday, adding: "But it can sense an increase or change in light. Its skin is not detecting contrast and edge, but rather brightness."
The scientists discovered that the octopuses have opsins in their skin, just like a cuttlefish. Opsins are photoreceptor molecules found in the retina of animals and help them to detect light. But instead of producing the opsins in their chromatophores, the octopuses produce them in the form of nerve-like endings in the skin. The researchers, who had cut pieces of octopus' skin to see the reaction to light, said that the skin remained pale when the lights were off. However, as soon as the lights were switched on, the chromatophores expanded at a fast pace, turning the skin dark, in just seconds.
“We didn’t expect to see such a fast reaction,” Todd H. Oakley, a biologist at the University of California and a researcher in the analysis, said, according to the New York Times. He suspects that when the light hits the skin opsins of the octopus’ skin, the neurons get stimulated and pass on the information to other chromatophores.
The researchers also said, according to the Times, that blue light triggers the fastest reaction.
Roger T. Hanlon, a biologist at the Marine Biological Laboratory in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, and his colleagues had concluded in 2010 that cuttlefish and squids can make opsins in their skin, which had triggered the possibility of animals sensing light through their skin. However, Hanlon and his team had taken pieces of animal skin to see if it can perceive light and color, but were unable to get a response.
“I’m very happy that they’ve succeeded,” Hanlon, said, according to the Times, referring to the research by Oakley and Ramirez, adding: “And a little bit envious.”

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Earlier this week we learned a lot about the upcoming successor to the original HTC One. For starters it will be announced on March 25th, and now we even know the name.
According to the popular leakster @Evleaks the new HTC M8 smartphone will officially be called the “All New HTC One” or probably just the HTC One (2014) by most. While some HTC reps had a laugh from the tweet, most likely that will be the final name come March 25th. That isn’t all the leakster had either, as today he’s posted the first official press photo of the new HTC One.
What we’re seeing above is the first official press photo (if the leak is accurate) of the all new HTC One. This follows the latest leaked hardware and software pictures, and even sports the same March 25th date in the weather widget, which is something often added to press photos.
One thing the photo does confirm is the front and back won’t be aluminum with plastic in the middle. And instead the new HTC One aluminum unibody design wraps around the entire device. We’ve been told to expect the phone in Silver, Dark Grey, and Gold.
The All New HTC One, 2014. pic.twitter.com/HmOEzq87A5
— Evan Blass (@evleaks) February 19, 2014
The bezels around the bigger 5-inch 1080p display are still present, including the large black area on bottom for the HTC logo, and we’re also seeing that dual camera setup on back. All the details and specs are basically confirmed at this point, and instead we’re just waiting for the unveiling come March 25th in London.
Latest rumors have the new HTC One 2014 edition hitting the streets in April, with the smartphone hitting all major US carriers potentially in three different colors. Android 4.4 KitKat is on board, and hopefully HTC has a few secrets still to show during the announcement, so stay tuned.
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Just when it looks as if the US and China might actually secure a breakthrough in trade negotiations, Donald Trump has to come along and spoil it. On Thursday, the president was asked whether he would meet the Chinese leader, to which the former reality TV star said “Not yet.” Then, asked whether he would meet his Chinese counterpart before the 2 March deadline, Trump said “No.”
This was not well received by investors and markets around the world, as it now looks as if US tariffs on Chinese goods will increase to 25% from 10%. China will then almost certainly retaliate, the trade war will ramp up again and all of us will be adversely affected in some way. Still, according to Trump, trade wars are good and easy to win.
As with the eurozone, it is a quiet start to the week for the US, but on Wednesday we will see the inflation rate for January. It is expected to dip to 2.1% from 2.2% the previous month. On Thursday, we will see retail sales figures from December and initial jobless claims up to 9 February 2019.


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The GST Council has approved making GST Network (GSTN) a government entity by taking over stakes held by private entities, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said on Friday at the end of the 27th meeting of the council.
Jaitley said the GST Network or GSTN currently is 24.5 per cent owned by the central government and a similar percentage is held by state governments collectively. The remaining 51 per cent is with five private financial insitutitions — HDFC Ltd, HDFC Bank Ltd, ICICI Bank Ltd, NSE Strategic Investment Co and LIC Housing Finance Ltd.
The council has agreed to a proposal of buying out the stake of private entities to make GSTN a government-owned entity, he said adding the central government will own 50 per cent and the remaining would be collectively held by state governments.
In another important development, the council has referred the issue of giving 2 per cent incentive for digital payments of GST liability to a five-member committee. The incentive once in place, should encourage more people to transact digitally.
Finance Secretary Hasmukh Adhia said a single monthly return filing system would come into force in six months
On the issue of imposition of cess on sugar, the finance minister said that the GST Council took note of the prevailing distress in the sector. The Council decided to constitute a committee of ministers who will consider the circumstances under which a commodities cost is more than its price and put forward its recommendations.
Jaitley also stated that the GST Council members have expressed satisfaction over the revenue generated since the roll out of the new tax regime. “There were several items on the agenda and detailed discussion on the first year’s revenue collection. Members expressed satisfaction over revenue growth,” he said.
The Union Finance Minister-chaired council, comprising state finance ministers, met through video conferencing. The meeting comes at a time when GST collections achieved its record high by exceeding Rs 1 lakh crore milestone in April.
Source : https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/gst-council-approves-turning-gstn-into-a-government-entity/articleshow/64028511.cms


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The importance of friends and family, particularly spouses, in the purchase decision-making process is clearly evident among the African consumers interviewed in Boston Consulting Group’s 2013 Africa Consumer Sentiment Survey. The internet and social media are growing in importance as ways to stay connected and share opinions.
When it comes to mass media, almost three-quarters of the consumers interviewed said television ads have the biggest influence on their purchase decisions. The survey revealed nuances across countries, however. Radio is a greater influence in Ghana and Kenya than in other African nations, while newspapers are more influential in Kenya and Nigeria.
Although the internet and social media have minimal impact on purchase decisions today, these online channels are gaining traction in some countries, including Algeria, Morocco and Nigeria. In Nigeria, for instance, 40% of consumers interviewed reported being influenced by online product reviews and blogs. Not surprisingly, demographic differences also come into play. A higher percentage of wealthier consumers (60% of households with annual incomes of more than US$20,000 and 54% of households earning from $10,500-$20,000 per year) and younger consumers (50% of those ages 18-24) said they were influenced by the internet.
Although African consumers have broad access to the internet and some spend a great deal of time online, e-commerce opportunities are still largely in the future. Sixty percent of the people interviewed reported having internet access, and about half of those with access spend more than two hours a day online. Still, in most African countries, less than 10% of consumers said they make online purchases; Nigerians are most likely to do so. Although they’re not buying products, consumers do research products, search for information, and educate themselves online.
In terms of how they access the internet, 58% of respondents use their mobile phones, 37% use laptops, 23% use desktop computers, and 11% use tablets. About a quarter of respondents go online at work, and less than 15% use internet cafés or other public places. The survey revealed regional differences, however. Most North Africans, for instance, access the internet at home: 77% in Egypt, 63% in Morocco, and 59% in Algeria. Yet, with one exception, sub-Saharan consumers prefer to use mobile phones: more than 80% of Kenyans, Nigerians and South Africans chose this option. The exception is Angola, where consumers prefer to go online at home, using either a desktop or a laptop.
To capitalise on this growing market, companies must develop digital strategies and integrate their online and offline marketing. Moreover, given the growing number of African consumers who use mobile phones to access the internet, optimising the mobile experience should be a priority. Until e-commerce takes off, smart companies will use digital channels to build their brands, engage consumers, provide product information and drive offline sales. When the online marketplace matures, these forward-looking companies will be well positioned to drive online purchases.
This is an excerpt from Understanding Consumers in the “Many Africas” written by Stefano Niavas, Lori Spivey, Mia von Koschitzky Kimani, and Garett Chau and published by Boston Consulting Group.


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Greenfield - Nationally known retailers Ross Dress for Less, ULTA Beauty and Oshkosh B’Gosh are among the new stores and businesses that were announced as coming to 84South, a complex of stores, restaurants, offices and apartments/condominiums under construction in Greenfield.
Community and business leaders gathered Monday at the 84South development site along Layton Avenue between 84th and 92nd streets to formally celebrate completion of more than $12 million in infrastructure improvements and the official announcement of several new stores and businesses coming to 84South.
Also announced was that the project is now expected to eventually add $165 million to the Greenfield tax base. That is tens of thousands more than the $115 million originally predicted.
Also among the retailers announced Monday are Total Wine, Kirklands home decor and gift store, Carter’s baby and children's apparel and Five Below, a store that sells items for no more than $5.
Retailers already announced as coming to the shopping center are Steinhafels, which will relocate later next year from its current location at 84th and Layton, the popular Portillo's Hot Dogs that sells much more than dogs, and the Fresh Thyme Farmers Market. These retailers are expected to open next summer.
Developer Cobalt Partners anticipates being able to announce several additional tenants within the next 60 days. One of them may be the health and fitness center Cobalt wants to add west of the future Steinhafels.
The development will include a mix of nationally branded anchors along with highly regarded local brands configured around green spaces and pedestrian connections meant to encourage a sense of community and vibrancy.
"When complete, we expect 84South to include more than 530,000 square feet of commercial space, add more than $165 million to the city’s tax base, and create more than 600 new jobs,” said Scott Yauck, Cobalt Partners president and CEO in a news release. “This project serves as an outstanding example of what a public-private approach to redevelopment can accomplish and stimulate through imagination, execution and teamwork.”
Construction of three new buildings totaling more than $35 million in development value has started and is expected to be completed by mid-2017.
Greenfield Mayor Michael Neitzke said in a news release, “We fully expect that 84South will become a preferred destination within the southwest suburban marketplace and serve as a catalyst for additional new development in the region.”
This is deemed to be the largest private development in Greenfield.
Preparation of the 48-acre site is nearly complete. Work included installing a massive underground storm water management system to handle such higher-density development.
84South will feature more than 530,000 square feet of commercial space, including more than 315,000 square feet of retail shops and restaurants, 150,000 square feet of class A office, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and 360 high-end residential units. Whether those units will be apartments or condos has not been announced.
The project’s first phase will be the two retail buildings along Interstate 894. Steinhafels will be in one while the other building, known as mid box east, will be 114,000 square feet and be able to accommodate eight retailers.
The western part of the site will be for apartments or condominiums in buildings four stories tall. The common council two weeks ago gave its approval for the first two buildings to hold a total of 170 units. Eventually, two more apartment/condo buildings are planned, each with 95 units, bringing the total to 360 residential units.
84South will pay tribute to its roots in the names of the streets that go through it. The main east-west thoroughfare will be Sura Lane, named after the farm family who lived on a portion of the site. Also, the two main entrances off Layton Avenue will each to be named after sports teams from the two high schools within Greenfield's borders. One will be named for the Greenfield Hawks and the other for the Whitnall High School Falcons. Former Greenfield School Board president Bruce Bailey who is now a Greenfield alderman suggested that.
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Facebook is apparently poised to get serious about mobile advertising in the near future, as it looks to finally cash in on its whopping audience of 425 million mobile users. But while initial reports have centered on a possible mobile ad rollout in March, advertisers are already poised to start running mobile campaigns on Facebook—without Facebook’s help.
Coors Light and a handful of other advertisers are set to launch mobile Facebook campaigns either this week or next. But instead of working directly with Facebook by buying mobile ad inventory, the campaigns are being sold and implemented by Celtra, a company that aims to become the top rich media vendor in the mobile space.
Per sources, Celtra is set to unveil Rich Media Stories, an ad treatment built on top of the Facebook platform. Here’s how it works: Say a user likes a brand on Facebook or simply interacts with that brand’s Facebook page via a desktop or mobile device. That user, and his or her friends, will start regularly seeing updates from that brand in their News Feed.
That’s not so different than the social effect of an average Facebook campaign. But in this case, the viral effect won't be limited to small text updates. For example, visitors to Coors Light’s mobile Facebook page will encounter a full-fledged rich media brand placement, complete with a unique offshoot of Coors’ current “little coach” TV campaign. There, persons can upload a personal photo from their mobile album and create their own virtual “little coach”—via Celtra’s rich media platform.
Once users create a personal little coach, they can post it as their Facebook status or on their personal wall. Then a small image of that coach will begin appearing in their friends’ News Feeds, whether or not they are fans or have liked Coors Light in the past. The hope is that these fun visual ads—which are designed to not actually appear very ad-like—will have a powerful viral effect. “This is not mobile advertising,” insisted Celtra CEO Mihael Mikek. “Rich Media Stories give brands the ability to give their fans a content creation experience that they can then share with their friends.”
Celtra, working in conjunction with Razorfish, says it’s the first such company to be able to deliver this form of rich media creative via Facebook. But Mikek insisted that his company is not looking to sell banners on Facebook or any traditional media placements. It doesn't aspire to become Facebook's ad network. Advertisers simply pay Celtra to build rich media placements using their products.
"Brands have been posting stories to their Facebook pages for a while," said Mikek. "This just takes that to the next level."
Celtra's rich media ad treatment was actually prematurely leaked to the press—and has since been characterized as Facebook’s first mobile ad rollout all over the Web. But in fact, Facebook isn’t involved at all.
Many expect Facebook’s entrance into the mobile realm is imminent. If indeed Facebook launches Sponsored Stories ads, Mikek sees Celtra Rich Media Stories as a “perfect complement” since brands could theoretically run Sponsored Stories ads which drive users to a Celtra-produced rich media experience. “It’s our understanding that Facebook has its own mobile strategy in the works," Mikek said. "The details of that haven’t been revealed to us or anyone else we’re aware of. Facebook’s plans are completely unrelated to what Celtra is announcing. Celtra’s not building a feature. It’s a serious product that lives on top of the Facebook platform.”


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The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) has unveiled its new Senior Merchandising Executive (SME) Forum, which will debut at the trade group's annual FMI Connect event, held June 10 -14 in Chicago.
FMI's SME Forum was designed to provide chief merchants from food retail in the U.S. and Europe, as well as interested non-food retailers around the globe, a meeting place and virtual network to address key issues that impact their individual and company’s performance in a unique, non-competitive environment.
According to Mark Baum, senior VP of industry relations and chief collaboration officer for FMI, the organization "recognizes that senior merchandising executives are key stakeholders within their organizations and they enable better trading partner collaboration. As part of FMI’s Total Store Collaboration platform,"" he said, "the SME Forum will become a part of a collaborative group of food retail and manufacturer leaders, to tackle industry-wide challenges and initiate large-scale transformative change.”
“In addition to their role within Total Store Collaboration, the SME Forum will be a specialized community for retail merchants, generating value for our members by significantly increasing the engagement of retailers’ senior-most merchandising executives," Baum added.
The forum's portfolio of services will include both a planned cadence of in-person scheduled events, as well as smaller groups on specific topics. There also will be several “content features,” inclusive of virtual one-hour roundtables on timely and topical issues, identified and prioritized by SME Forum participants.
Arlington, Va.-based FMI’s U.S. members operate nearly 40,000 retail food stores and 25,000 pharmacies, representing a combined annual sales volume of almost $770 billion.


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A STUDY of electric vehicle infrastructure in the UK leaves has revealed the stark regional divides in availability of public chargers.
The research by Andersen, an installer of high-end electric car charging points, analysed the UK’s 4,453 on-street units in order to rank the best and worst places to give your car some juice while parked on the road. The results will be of interest to the one third of the UK population that does not own a driveway or garage, and therefore cannot install a home charger.
In rural areas this figure may be as low as 1 in 6 people, but in cities 60% of residents don’t have off-street parking, which could hamper the use of electric cars as urban transport. However, London has been found to have 78% of all on-street units in the UK, working out at approximately 10 cars for every charging point.
There are large variances within the capital — the adjoining boroughs of Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster and Wandsworth are the most equipped for on-street EV refuelling, whereas in the north-eastern borough of Redbridge there are 237 registered electric cars per charger.
However, this is nothing compared to the scarcity of on-street chargers in South Wales, where there is one per 1,448 plug-in cars. Meanwhile, in the North West of England there is one unit per 70 EVs, the best outside of London, showing their availability for drivers really is a postcode lottery.
The analysis estimated that 80% of EV owners have access to a home charging point but this percentage will drop as the market share of electric cars increases and they become more affordable. This year it is estimated that the number of models available will nearly triple, from 60 to over 176. This will include a range of models including the new Fiat 500 supermini, the Tesla Model Y crossover and the Honda e city car.
A ban on the sale of new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars will come into effect by 2035, as the government tries to meet its aims to bring the UK’s emissions to net-zero by 2050. The push towards electrification is already becoming evident, with the market share of EVs tripling over the last year. The Tesla Model 3 was the UK’s bestselling car in April, although it was a catastrophic month for overall sales of new cars as they fell by 97.3% compared to the previous year, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
The Department for Transport has pledged to make £10m available to local councils to enable the installation of a further 7,200 on-street chargers across the UK by 2021. Last month, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced a package worth billions to improve the nation’s electric infrastructure, as well as improving its road network. He said improvements to motorway service areas would make rejuicing three times faster than it is currently.
Jerome Faissat, commercial director of Andersen, said: “Electric vehicles are the future of motoring in this country and market share has trebled in the last year with even greater growth forecast over the next 12 months. Even with the pledged Government funding, there is still a huge shortfall in the infrastructure required to serve those who have made the switch so far and is holding others back from making the change.
“A discrepancy in local government funding for publicly accessible charging stations is creating a two-tier system in which those living in large properties or illustrious postcodes are better able to benefit from the significant fuel savings and environmental benefits afforded by electric vehicles.”


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American Girl expects 6,000 for grand opening
FRANKLIN – This just might be the hottest event in town this weekend.
For fans of American Girl dolls and books, the store opening at CoolSprings Galleria is like what their parents will feel if IKEA moves to town.
Geared toward girls ages 3 to 12, American Girl, a Mattel subsidiary, sells high-end dolls along with accessories, books, clothes and movies to complement them. Launched in 1986, many of the dolls are rooted in history, such as Addy, who escaped slavery, and Kit, who lived during the Great Depression. The store also includes a party room for birthdays and a main dining room complete with a U-shaped counter and chandeliers covered in pink daisies.
The brand has been one of the "it" toys, like Cabbage Patch Kids, Pokémon or Power Rangers in previous decades.
But, until now, visiting an American Girl store required a trip to Atlanta or St. Louis.
American Girl mania
"They're not just any kind of dolls," 10-year-old Farrah Northern said. "The reason I like them is because they help you learn about history and what it was like growing up in the old days."
A self-proclaimed history buff, Farrah has already visited the Atlanta store and owns five dolls. The Nashville preteen said she screamed loud enough to wake her brother when she learned a new store would be just a short drive from home.
"I really can't wait. I want it to be open now," she said.
Mother Nikki Northern said she'll allow Farrah to bring a friend with her to eat at the 25-seat American Girl Bistro on Saturday. Northern has read the books herself and appreciates the positivity and determination the characters have.
"I like that they show girls Farrah's age who are making a difference in the lives of others, and it encourages them to do amazing things on their own," Northern said.
In case you wondered how big a deal this is to some mothers and daughters, the company is expecting between 6,000 and 7,500 visitors this Saturday and Sunday.
Columbia mother Alexia Christensen is among those who have booked birthday parties.
"I called and booked my daughter's birthday party in June the second they started taking reservations," she commented in an American Girl Facebook group.
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In the coming weeks, Janet Akil and her two daughters plan to make the drive from their home near Memphis. It'll be the fourth visit to American Girl in about a year. So far, they've visited St. Louis, Atlanta and Chicago, home of the company's flagship store.
Akil said her 8-year-old daughter Allyson plans the trips, down to the hotel and other local sights to see.
Though Akil says her family spends "way too much money" at each store, the dolls are a way for her girls to bond.
The dolls aren't cheap. The Bitty Baby costs $60, while the customizable Truly Me doll retails for $115. Factor in accessories, furniture or extra outfits, and one trip could easily top $200.
"I have an 11-year-old that's starting middle school, but this bridges the gap in their age difference," Akil said. "It's something they enjoy together, and if they take care of the dolls and the accessories, they'll resell later for just as much.
"When I was little, I was into Barbie, but this is on a different scale. We love that it's realistic and it's so well-made," Akil added. Her daughters have 15 dolls between them.
It's been three years since Alana Akil received her first doll. Even at age 11, the novelty hasn't worn off.
"It makes history fun, and history is not always fun when you're in school," she said.
Mindy Helm of Elizabethtown, Ky., has a surprise trip planned with her 7-year-old daughter and her mother. She's managed to keep it a secret from her daughter, who has three American Girl dolls of her own.
As a mother, Helm appreciates that the line "lets girls be girls and not grow up too fast," while offering some imaginative play.
Helm expects her daughter will be overwhelmed when she enters the store.
"I went to the store in Chicago during a trip there to see what it was like. It's a lot to take in," she said.
Part of the in-store experience includes the Doll Hair Salon, which offers ear piercings for the dolls, along with manicures and pedicures.
"There will be girls who bring their dolls with them. We'll give them a sugar scrub to clean them up, and they'll wear robes and get cucumbers on the eyes," store manager Emily Van Winkle said, noting those treatments are available for dolls only.
American Girl gives girls the chance to have dolls that share similar experiences to them. For example, girls who wear hearing aids can purchase them for their dolls in-store, Van Winkle said. Dolls with no hair can be purchased online for girls who have lost hair due to cancer treatments or alopecia.
The new store, the company's 19th overall, is located in the redeveloped part of the mall that once housed Sears.
Van Winkle said her excitement, along with that of her staff, continues to grow each day.
"I've been telling the team that they have the opportunity to be part of a life-changing experience for the girls that come here. These are memories they're going to hold onto for a really long time," she said.
Reach Mealand Ragland-Hudgins at 615-259-8062 or on Twitter @mrhudgins4.
IF YOU GO
American Girl at CoolSprings Galleria will celebrate its grand opening May 30 and 31. The store will open at 9 a.m. May 30, but shoppers should be in line for entry tickets at 7 that morning. Tickets for May 31 will be issued at 8 a.m., with doors opening at 10 a.m.
Those planning to attend the grand opening should park at the food court entrance of the mall or on the Interstate 65 side of the mall on the lower level between Belk and Dillard's.
Tickets will be issued adjacent to Great American Cookies on the mall's upper level. Overnight camping is not allowed.
Birthday parties and Bistro dining: To make reservations for a private birthday celebration or to dine in the Bistro, visit AmericanGirl.com or call 877-247-5223.
An American Girl: Grace Stirs Up Success movie screening: At noon and 4 p.m. Saturday, June 20, Franklin Theater will host a viewing party for the release of the Girl of the Year movie. Attendees will receive a goody bag, walk the red carpet, enter for a chance to win a Grace doll and prize package and watch a screening of the movie.
Tickets are $10 per person; reservations are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Available for ages 8 and older. Call 877-247-5223 to reserve a seat.
WHAT DOES IT COST
•Bitty Baby: $60
•Bitty Twins: $125
•Girl of the Year doll: $115
•Truly Me doll: $115
•Doll clothing and accessories: $10 and up
•Furniture: $32 and up


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Here's every cannabis college course you can take in U.S. and Canada. It turns out if you're interested in starting a career in Medicinal marijuana sales have been approved in 20 states (plus Washington, Changing Mood on Marijuana Links to the Stock Market. The Dow Jones Industrial Average correlates with major milestones in the Welcome to the Cannabis-Stock Buzz, a trusted source for investors looking for the latest news and analysis on cannabis stocks, such as Aurora (ACB), Canopy (CGC) and more. Cannabis is legal in Canada for both recreational and medicinal uses. Cannabis was legalized for medicinal use in Canada on 30 July 2001. Many cannabis combines are located in Canada and trade on both U.S. and Canadian stock exchanges. Mexico legalized medical marijuana in June 2017. Marijuana stocks are companies that have some kind of exposure to the medicinal or recreational cannabis market, either in the U.S. or elsewhere. Some of these companies are "pure play" stocks, in that they grow, market and sell cannabis products exclusively. Others provide some form of infrastructure for those businesses. Australian cannabis stock market players. Four new medicinal cannabis players have listed on the ASX (Australian Stock Exchange), getting in on the ground floor of a fledgling medical cannabis industry. Many strategic alliances are forming to take advantage of a new industry. Zelda Therapeutics Legal Marijuana Market Share Insights. The competition among the existing players is very high as very few companies have the technology, financial resources, and legal clearance to venture into large-scale manufacturing of medicinal cannabis. "Black market cannabis cannot enter the legal market," Chong said. "The medicinal cannabis tracking systems go all the way from seed to sale and the regulation on this industry right now is
12 Mar 2020 Cannabis companies that sell both medicinal weed and recreational pot. Marijuana stocks to Canadian pot producer Canopy Growth Corp. (CGC) in May The stock market has quickly plunged into a bear market. How bad
4 Jun 2019 Canopy Growth Corporation ($15.421 billion market cap). Canada Growth Corporation grows and sells medical cannabis, including dried plant 19 Sep 2018 How the Canadian cannabis company Tilray became worth more than plan to import marijuana from Canada to the US for medical research. that a lot more shares could hit the market and push Tilray's stock price lower. 24 Sep 2018 Cannabis stocks are reaching record highs and trading volume, but $1 billion in assets (in Canada), and the ETFMG Alternative Harvest ETF (MJ) pot stocks generally has to do with the medicinal benefits of cannabis and 5 Apr 2017 The first ETF to invest in marijuana stocks has launched in Canada, but market will be a booming sector, the Horizons Medical Marijuana Life Marijuana stocks, as represented by the ETFMG Alternative Harvest ETF , have dramatically underperformed the broader market with a total return of -56.5% compared to the S&P 500's positive return
Cannabis Biotechs Taking Leading Stance in Global Marijuana Market: New York, New York (NetworkNewsWire) - With leading recent estimates clocking the 2016 North American legal cannabis market between $6.7 and $7.2 billion, the only thing more impressive about the industry is the growth projections.
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The marijuana industry is predicted to rise at a CAGR of 32.6% during the forecast period of 2019 to 2026. The increasing use of medicinal marijuana is creating lucrative growth opportunities for the global cannabis market says Fortune Business Insights in their new study.
As the Canadian market prepares for the anticipated rise in the demand for recreational cannabis post its legalization in October, Namaste Technologies, (CVE:N), a leading online retailer of Cannabis is 30% less expensive in Canada than the United States. Sign in to your Forbes account or. in Canada there are publicly traded cannabis companies on the stock market. Investors who are eager for the cannabis industry in Europe to emulate the boom in pot-stock listings in Canada may not have much longer to wait, judging by the activities of investment bankers. Cannabis Stock News | Cannabis investing news from Canopy Growth, Aurora Cannabis, Tilray, Cronos Group, Aphria, CannTrust & more. Top news from Canadian Licenced Produces and American Multi-State Operators. The U.S. stock market remains uncertain despite picking up in H1 and showing resiliency. This is in the wake of many key global concerns, such as China's economic slowdown and dismal oil prices. And as we all know, an ambiguous stock market can, in one way or another, affect the marijuana industry.
[Editor's note: "10 Medical Marijuana Stocks to Cure Your Portfolio" was previously published in October 2019. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available.] And cannabis companies produce far more products than just pot for smoking, from hemp to CBD oil to medicinal uses. And the more companies CGC teams up with the more opportunities open up. Canopy Growth Corp probably has the best stock forecast for 2019. Cannabis Stock Market - The Global Changes in The Industry. The marijuana industry has exploded since 2018, when more countries around the globe, including America and Canada, legalized it for medicinal or recreational purposes. The industry has also been creating jobs and lot of great investment opportunities! With cannabis' projected Every cannabis stock has its story. Ecofibre (ASX: EOF) experienced an 88% YTD increase since listing at $1.70 back in March 2019. Unlike, your traditional cannabis company EOF operates under a unique business model. EOF's cannabis footprint covers medicinal cannabis, plant-based protein and HEMP.


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Rio Tinto’s 2.11-Carat Red Is Its Most Valuable Diamond Ever
Optimum Diamonds in New York paid an undisclosed amount for the fancy red stone.
Melbourne, Australia--Earlier this year, Rio Tinto presented the largest red diamond it’s ever recovered from its Argyle mine in Australia.
Now, the miner has announced that the stone is the most valuable diamond in its 33-year tender history.
Optimum Diamonds LLC, a company that specializes in rare, natural fancy color diamonds, bought the 2.11-carat radiant-cut fancy red “Argyle Everglow” for an undisclosed sum. Optimum also won the tender’s fifth lot, the “Argyle Liberte,” a 0.91-carat violet diamond.
Optimum Diamonds’ CEO David Shara commented in a news release, “Optimum Diamonds is delighted to have won the Argyle Everglow. This historic red diamond is one of the diamond world’s rarest treasures and it is a privilege to be able to add it to Optimum’s collection. The Argyle Liberte is a mesmerizing violet diamond that fits perfectly with Optimum’s quest for the truly exceptional in the world of fancy colored diamonds.”
Rio Tinto said that its entire 2017 tender, comprised of 58 pink, red and violet diamonds, earned a record result for the company, proving there is high demand for rare, fancy color diamonds.
Graff Diamonds won the tender’s third lot, a 2.42-carat cushion-cut pink diamond called the “Argyle Avaline,” the largest pink diamond Rio Tinto offered this year.
Graff founder and Chairman Laurence Graff said: “We have always been passionate about pink diamonds; acquiring these incredible miracles of nature is a pleasure and an honor. We will take great care to respect the delicate beauty of Argyle Avaline as we craft a setting for this exquisite and exceptionally rare diamond.”
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The auction house sold all 11 “MoonSwatch Moonshine Gold” suitcases, donating the proceeds to eye care nonprofit Orbis International.
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In an official Weibo page, the Taiwanese company said that it would show off its mid-range Desire 8 smartphone for the first time next week.
It had been thought that the company would use Mobile World Congress to launch the smartphone – possibly alongside the HTC M8. However, the Weibo post suggests that the Desire 8 will instead make its debut in China.
The company refused to provide any details about the phone beyond confirming its name and that it will debut next week.
Previous rumours have suggested that the phone will feature a 5.5-inch screen with a 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor, 1GB RAM, a 13 megapixel rear facing camera and a five megapixel front facing camera.
It is also said to be coming with 8GB of storage, front-facing speakers – like the HTC One – and be available in a range of colours. It is also expected to run Android KitKat.
The phone is said to be being launched in China, Europe, Africa, the US and Asia. There’s no word on whether the phone would make it to the rest of the Americas and Australia.
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Although we all love Nintendo Switch, Sony and Microsoft have both begun to take the veil off of their upcoming systems: the PlayStation 5 and Project Scarlett respectively. While we have yet to physically see the designs of the new systems, both companies have talked about what will be on the inside.
I won’t bore you with all the “nerd speak,” but the gist of the situation is that the upcoming consoles are going to be an impressive upgrade from a technical perspective. The existing Xbox One X and PlayStation 4 Pro have both proven to provide remarkable results for being relatively compact machines, and now their true successors will be able to push the envelope even further.
While I highly doubt the graphical quality is going to see a super-massive jump over the best-looking games of today, the technical aspects of games will most certainly advance. Things like world complexity, physics, special effects (lighting, particles, audio, etc.), resolution, frame rate, and loading times will benefit substantially from the new hardware. In short, games will be getting more detailed and complex, yet the new systems will likely allow players to jump into them far quicker than before. With both the PlayStation 5 and Project Scarlett set to launch towards the end of 2020, it won’t be long before the first set of next-gen titles will be fully revealed running on the new hardware.
Like any console generation transition, these are exciting times for gamers. However, Nintendo really is the odd one out in this situation.
Although some don’t think so, the current generation of consoles really did begin with the 2012 launch of the Wii U. As the successor to the Wii, it is for all intents and purposes an 8th-gen system. The PS4 and Xbox One launched a year later, and we all know how things went from there. The Wii U’s sales dried faster than a puddle in the Sahara, so Nintendo quickly initiated a maneuver to pull away from the platform and create something new. That gave a quick birth to the Nintendo Switch hybrid console.
Unlike the Wii U, the Switch has managed to capture the awe (and bank accounts) of consumers, becoming one of Nintendo’s most successful products to date. And it still hasn’t even turned three years old yet. That is both a good and bad thing. Why? Well, while it’s great that the Switch has been so successful up until this point, the looming arrival of new consoles puts it in quite a bind due to two key factors: its design and its age.
The Switch is the first true hybrid console, and it also happens to be powered by mobile hardware. While Nintendo did listen to developers more closely and equipped the system with modern design architecture, its core power still falls behind even that of the Xbox One. Many modern titles have been successfully ported to the little hybrid anyway, despite concessions needing to be made. Still, the fact of the matter is that this power gap is only going to be exacerbated further when the next-gen consoles arrive. Even if the upgrade won’t be as noticeable as the jump from PS2/Xbox to PS3/360, the aforementioned boost in technical complexity will likely prove to be daunting if not impossible for the Switch to handle in its current form. Not to mention that now that the Switch Lite is a thing, developers have to struggle with the fact that there are Switch owners out there that can’t even tap into the console’s “enhanced” form when in docked mode.
On top of the design limitation, there’s also the system’s age. Again, the Switch still has not been on the market for three years. Meanwhile, the PS4 and Xbox One will soon be turning six years old. By the time their successors hit the market next year, they’ll be seven years old. The Switch is too young to be hastily replaced, but is that what’s going to need to happen in order to deal with the new consoles? This is the decision that Nintendo faces, and it’s not an easy one to make.
On one hand, we have the Switch’s already sizeable install base that’s still steadily growing. But on the other hand, we have developers moving onto bigger and better hardware. Had we gotten the Switch instead of the Wii U, then this situation would be far more balanced. Right now would be a great time to release an all-new system. But alas, this is not reality.
Seeing that Nintendo just launched the Switch Lite a mere few weeks ago, it’s clear that the Switch family is bound to stick around for at least another three years. While the timing clearly does not line up with the rest of the console industry, it’s simply something Nintendo has to deal with for the time being. That said, it’s also clear that Nintendo isn’t overly concerned about what the other platform makers are doing. That’s why a direct response to the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Scarlett also remains unlikely.
However, there’s the matter of the heavily rumored Switch Pro too. If it does exist, could it really be what it takes to equalize this current situation? I’ll discuss that further in my next feature.


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A new study found that coffee drinkers are actually more sensitive to the bitter taste of caffeine.
Coffee is a complex beverage – and it’s experienced differently by everyone.
Your appreciation (or not) of coffee is largely driven by genetics, which control a host of factors raging from your caffeine tolerance to sensory perception.
A new study from Northwestern University, recently published in Scientific Reports, found that coffee lovers aren’t less sensitive to the bitter taste of coffee – instead, the opposite is true.
This suggests an interesting psychological phenomenon behind our love of coffee.
Behind the scenes with the President & CEO of the National Coffee Association USA
William (Bill) Murray has served as President and CEO of the National Coffee Association (NCA) since 2014, following leadership positions at the Public Relations Society of America and the Motion Picture Association.
And clearly he’s kept caffeinated. In a few short years, the NCA has evolved as an organization to provide enhanced member benefits and educational opportunities, while also serving as a critical advocate on key industry issues like the Prop. 65 labeling case in California.
Here, he talks to Zach Olsen, Regional Sales Manager at Bunn USA and incoming Chair of the NCA Next Generation Council, about his career, the coffee industry, and Caddyshack.
Both caffeinated and decaf coffee showed the protective effect against cognitive decline
Drinking coffee has previously been linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. Now, scientists may be closer to understanding why.
New research from the Krembil Research Institute examines how coffee helps protect against long-term cognitive decline — and it turns out that the roast might matter.
via Bill Murray, NCA President & CEO on LinkedIn
Daylight savings time is over — will you be grabbing an extra cup of coffee this afternoon?
A recent article in National Geographic looks at the latest research behind why you love (or don’t love) coffee.
Spoiler alert: It’s in your genes!
From antioxidants to acidity, how is cold brew different from hot coffee?
Cold brew is the hottest trend in coffee: The domestic cold brew coffee market grew 580% from 2011 to 2016, according to research from Mintel.
Now, new research from Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University found chemical differences between hot and cold brew coffee, which may have potential health impacts.
From health and nutrition to the consumption championship, here are some coffee-focused highlights from the (dangerously addicting) New York Times‘ digital archives, The Timesmachine:
Effective training is critical to make your specialty coffee program a success.
By Anne Nylander
Current coffee trends point to an ever-increasing demand in product quality.
Excellent customer service, preparation skills, and organization are rapidly becoming minimum expectations in the café environment.
As coffee quality becomes increasingly important in coffee service, training becomes a critical component of a company’s long-term success. High-quality skills and behavior training remain as one of the industry’s proven methods for increased customer satisfaction and sales growth.
When it comes to training, there are several factors that can impact a trainer’s successes or failures.
In her 2018 workbook, Specialty Coffee Training Consultant Anne Nylander tackles the key training principles organization leaders and educators will need in order to make their program a success.
Here, we briefly cover five of the principles discussed in the book:
The following post is the second in a three-part series that looks at how the coffee industry can become more circular and direct across the supply chain.
Part 1: Transparency and Traceability Across the Coffee Supply Chain
By Dr. Terry Tudor and Dr. Nicholas Head, SusConnect Ltd
The global coffee industry is growing. However, it is important that there are measures taken to ensure that this growth is circular and that small farmers and producers benefit along the way.
A direct trade model, which takes account of circular business models, along with the use of blockchain technology, offers the opportunity to realize these goals.
“Direct trade” is a term used by coffee roasters who buy straight from the growers, cutting out both the traditional middleman buyers and sellers, and also the organisations that control certifications. Continue reading
A proposed rule may except coffee from “cancer warning labels” in California, on the basis of the scientific evidence in support of coffee and health.
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Today, California’s Second Appellate District Court stayed the trial that was set to begin on Monday, October 15, 2018, in Los Angeles Superior Court, regarding whether cancer warnings are required for sales of coffee in California.
Compelled speech, like censored speech, can violate the Constitution, according to legal experts.
By William “Bill” Murray, CAE, NCA President & CEO via LinkedIn
“Forcing [coffee companies] to include a cancer warning on a product that does not cause cancer plainly violates the 1st Amendment.”
So states legendary First Amendment lawyer Floyd Abrams (Pentagon Papers, Citizen United), in today’s Los Angeles Times Op-Ed.


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U.S. factories are sputtering and conditions are likely to get worse, according to a new economic reading that shows a deepening manufacturing slump.
The Institute for Supply Management’s manufacturing index fell to 48.1 in November from 48.3 in October. Economists polled by Bloomberg anticipated an increase to 49.2. Readings on new orders and hiring also fell.


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BOSTON, LONDON and HONG KONG – TA Associates, a leading global growth private equity firm, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to make a strategic growth investment in the Gong Cha Group (“Gong Cha”), a leading global provider of premium quality bubble and milk tea.
The founders of Gong Cha Korea will participate in the investment alongside TA. Financial terms of the transaction, which is expected to close in early October, were not disclosed.
Gong Cha’s main offering, Taiwanese-style bubble tea, is sweet milk tea infused with pearl-shaped tapioca. The company also offers a variety of seasonal and specialty tea-based drinks. Utilizing primarily a franchise model, Gong Cha reaches consumers through a variety of retail store formats, including urban and suburban stores, as well as take-out shops, mall-based stores and kiosks, often in high traffic areas such as train and metro stations. There are more than 1,000 Gong Cha stores in 17 countries across the globe, including Korea, Japan, Taiwan, the Philippines, Malaysia, Mexico, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States. Gong Cha was founded in 2006 in Kaohsiung in southern Taiwan.
“We are very pleased to invest in Gong Cha, a high-growth business that is among the world’s most recognized tea brands,” said Edward Sippel, a Managing Director at TA Associates and Co-head of Asia operations of TA Associates Asia Pacific Ltd. “We are incredibly impressed with how successfully the management team has grown Gong Cha into such a profitable, global business. We will work closely with management in supporting the company’s franchise partners to further Gong Cha’s strong business model. We are looking forward to this partnership and helping to grow the Gong Cha brand in new and existing markets.”
“We welcome TA Associates as investors in Gong Cha,” said Euiyeol Kim, CEO of the Gong Cha Group. “With its scale, large capital base and global footprint, TA is an ideal partner for Gong Cha at this stage in our growth. TA offers the truly deep global resources and experience that will help us further strengthen our market position and allow us to even more effectively build our leading global tea brand.”
“I am very pleased to join Gong Cha at this important juncture in the company’s evolution,” said Peter Rodwell, incoming Executive Chairman of Gong Cha. “Gong Cha’s success is a result of the management team’s persistent customer-centric focus on quality, innovation and service. I am confident that with TA’s long history of building value in growing businesses, we are poised to bring Gong Cha’s quality tea products to many more consumers around the world.” Rodwell brings more than three decades of retail food and beverage and franchising experience to the Gong Cha Group, having led McDonald’s expansion across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East.
“The global tea market has enjoyed steady growth over the past several years, and milk tea, including bubble tea, remains a staple beverage across Asia and increasingly around the world,” said Michael Berk, a Managing Director at TA Associates. “Globally, the tea market is estimated to be larger than that of coffee, with continued expected growth. Given these market dynamics, we believe that Gong Cha is very well-positioned to further expand the company’s presence and brand throughout the world.”
About Gong Cha Group
Founded in 2006, Gong Cha is one of the most recognized bubble and milk tea brands in the world. Gong Cha, which translates to “tribute tea for the emperor,” provides quality tea, products and services, sourcing product from select Taiwanese tea estates and offering customers freshly brewed tea every four hours. Since its founding, Gong Cha has expanded to more than 1,000 locations in 17 countries, including Korea, Japan, Taiwan, the Philippines, Malaysia, Mexico, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States. For more information, please visit www.gong-cha.com/en.
About TA Associates
TA Associates is one of the most experienced global growth private equity firms. Focused on targeted sectors within five industries – technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer and business services – TA invests in profitable, growing companies with opportunities for sustained growth, and has invested in more than 500 companies around the world. Investing as either a majority or minority investor, TA employs a long-term approach, utilizing its strategic resources to help management teams build lasting value in high quality growth companies. TA has raised $32.5 billion in capital since its founding in 1968 and is committing to new investments at the pace of over $2 billion per year. The firm’s more than 85 investment professionals are based in Boston, Menlo Park, London, Mumbai and Hong Kong. More information about TA Associates can be found at www.ta.com.


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RIM launched the Blackberry Bold 9650 after presenting to us the Pearl 9100, both smartphones targeting two entirely different markets.
While the second one will appeal to a younger, hippier market, the first one is squarely aimed at business customers. It offers a proper QWERTY keyboard, an optical trackpad, WiFi and 512MB onboard memory expandable through a microSD card.
The President and co-CEO of Research in Motion, Mike Lazaridis, declared humbly in a statement that "The new BlackBerry Bold 9650 is an extraordinary smartphone that we think customers will love... Whether at work or at play, the new BlackBerry Bold 9650 offers a truly impressive communications, multimedia and connectivity experience."
Amongst other interesting features are the presence of a 3.2-megapixel camera with AF and flash, built-in GPS, in what is essentially an upgrade to the existing Bold; RIM has also abandoned the moniker "Tour" which is used in the US.
The rest of the configuration including the processor, the screen size and resolution and the overall form factor appear to be unchanged from the original Blackberry Bold.
The phone is expected to go on sale in May 2010 in the US and later this year in other territories. Pricing, both for contract and on SIM Free, have yet to be revealed. Note that it still uses OS 5.0 rather than OS 6.0 which will be launched soon.
RIM's shares surged by 3.24 percent today following the release of the two new handsets. This is despite the fact that some consider thar RIM is not doing enough to catch up with the iPhone and other Android competitors.


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“We have a free trade agreement with Iran; how can we expand our cooperation under such circumstances? We have a signed preferential agreement with Iran on imported goods. We continue the work at the ministerial level and technical delegations so that Turkey will be excluded from these bans,” Pekcan told the NTV broadcaster.
She pointed out that the US sanctions affected Iranian imports and investments and caused a recession in the nation's economy.
The first package of restrictions came into force in August, while the second one followed in November.
In the wake of this decision, the other parties to the JCPOA — China, France, Germany, Iran, Russia, the United Kingdom and the European Union — expressed their commitment to the accord and began working to create tools to bypass the sanctions.


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Filipino pride Tanduay ranked world’s number 1 rum against Bacardi For the first time, a Philippine-made liquor brand has been ranked the top-selling rum by global spirits think tank Drinks international. Tanduay has taken over the number one spot from a list of international rum brands that has long been dominated by Bacardi.
Drinks lntemational has released the “definitive ranking of the world’s million-case rum brands‘. citing Tanduay as the new industry leader followed by Bacardi and McDowell’s No. 1 Celebration.
‘Our distinctly Filipino rum is now the world’s number one…We have a great product to offer the world and the world recognized it,” said Lucio “Bong” K. Tan, Jr., president and chief executive officer of Tanduay Distillers, Inc.
Tan Jr., who actively took the helm the as chief operating officer of the company in 2014. has been credited for the disruptive changes within the company that led to explorations of new markets abroad and new market approaches locally to bring the brand closer to younger product consumers.
‘Only a visionary like my father, Dr. Lucio Tan, saw this when he acquired Tanduay from the Elizaldes in 1988. At a time considered very volatile for any business investment in the country, my father held on to the belief that someday the world will know Tanduay,” added Tan Jr.
Since the acquisition of the Tanduay brand by the Lucio Tan group 30 years ago, plant modernization and expansion projects tremendously increased the distillery’s production capacity. Today, Tanduay has an unmatched aging capability harvesting only the world’s finest from its aged rum reserve. All facilities operate based on ISO standards ensuring consumers of quality, efficiency, and food safety. Recently, its Cabuyao plant has completed its lSO-9001: 2015 certification.
Through the hands-on leadership of Tan Jr., the company made a historic expansion in the world arena. Tanduay made a strategic alliance with companies in the United States to expand its distribution capacity.


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Synopsys Inc. bought nSys Design Systems Pte. for an undisclosed price.
Mountain View-based Synopsys (NASDAQ: SNPS) makes software and technology used in manufacturing silicon chips and electronic components. It has about 70 offices around the world.
The deal is for “substantially all” of the assets and employees of nSys, but Synopsys didn’t give exact details of what it did and didn’t buy. So-called “verification IP” or VIP software is what nSys specializes in, and Synopsys said the acquisition would beef up its own technology and intellectual property in that area.
Atul Bhatia, who started nSys, is its CEO. The company’s U.S. office is in Newark, and it also has several offices in India.


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Restaurants seeking revenue from the great outdoors
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Once an anomaly in Boston, where summer days are scarce and weather is unpredictable, outdoor dining increasingly is becoming the norm rather than the exception.
Driven by a demand to bolster revenue and in an effort to lure diners trolling Boston's abundant eateries for a unique dining experience, restaurateurs are applying in growing numbers for outdoor dining permits. And smarting from a smoking ban that went into effect last July, which some operators say is dampening sales, restaurants are hoping to recoup the difference under an outdoor umbrella.
Last year 24 restaurants applied for outdoor dining permits, and this year another 16 have joined their number. Applications are coming from beyond Newbury Street and its tony neighbors. Nightclubs and hotels, too, are joining the queue in areas ranging from downtown Boston and the Theater District to Dorchester and Brighton.
Restaurateurs say the bottom line is sales. Stephanie Sokolove, owner of Stephanie's on Newbury, said she sees as much as $1.8 million additional sales when the 80-seat cafe opens in the summer. It's a 20 percent jump for the 185-seat restaurant that sees $7 million in annual sales.
James Hamelburg, who operates Joe V's, a 37-seat Italian restaurant tucked away on Shawmut Street in the South End, said the additional 12 seats "kind of makes or breaks us." The outdoor seating increases sales one-third for Hamelburg, who opened the restaurant in 2003 and offered outdoor seating last year.
And newly opened Stella in the South End sees 35 percent to 40 percent of its evening sales streaming in from its 52 outdoor seats, said chef-owner Evan Deluty.
Mayor Thomas Menino has backed outdoor dining since taking office, applauding the cosmopolitan air it lends to the city.
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The board of Mitek Systems Inc. named CEO James DeBello to the role of chairman, the technology company announced on March 9. DeBello takes the chairmanship from John Thornton, who stepped down from the board.
DeBello, 57, has been a director since 1994. He has served as company CEO since 2003.
Thornton, 83, has been a director since 1986 and served as CEO on two occasions. He is also chairman of Thornton Winery in Temecula. A company spokeswoman said the board plans to fill the seat vacated by Thornton.
Mitek (Nasdaq: MITK) produces what it calls mobile capture and identity verification software solutions. Simply put, its technology uses the camera function of a mobile device to help verify the authenticity of a government ID card, and to populate fields when a person has to fill out a form. The company created the technology that lets people deposit checks by taking photos of them.
The company also announced that the board appointed Bruce Hansen as lead independent director. Hansen was co-founder of ID Analytics, which was eventually acquired by LifeLock Inc.


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Broadcom Scoffs at Qualcom's On-Die LTE, Announces Cheaper 28 nm Chip
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Stand-alone solution may be more affordable and cut power costs
Qualcomm, Inc.'s (
) Snapdragon S4 was viewed as a major evolutionary leap in smartphone chipmaking as it incorporated an on-die 4G LTE modem into the central system-on-a-chip. Not so fast, says Broadcom Corp. (
). The veteran modem-maker
this week a
that it brags will offer superior power and pricing to Qualcomm's offerings.
The 28 nm chip, dubbed BCM21892, is currently being sampled and will be mass-produced next year, targeting the smartphone and tablet markets. It supports transmissions of up to 150 Mbps and voice-over-LTE (voLTE), as well as other advanced LTE technologies. It cuts power consumption by about 25 percent from the previous generation and cuts space by 35 percent, both thanks to the die shrink.
Currently Broadcom dominates the market for Bluetooth/Wi-Fi helper chips for smartphones, a function that still has yet to be incorporated on-die in Qualcomm's chips.
But the LTE modem will likely see strong interest from handset designers, as well, given that the other top ARM chipmakers besides Qualcomm -- NVIDIA Corp. (
) and Samsung Electronics Comp., Ltd. (
) -- lack on-die LTE.
Broadcom, a top mobile signalling support-chip producer has announced an
LTE offering for 2014. [Image Source: oskay/Flickr]
Broadcom wireless unit EVP Robert A. Rango comments, "Broadcom's new 4G LTE modem combined with our Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and NFC technologies gives OEMs all the communications technologies needed to build advanced devices that will offer consumers the features, speed and functionality they demand in their next smartphone purchase. Broadcom's 4G LTE modem will also help carriers drive new 4G LTE features, such as carrier aggregation, into commercial networks."
speculate that at some point Broadcom may leap from the role of teammate with NVIDIA and Samsung to rival, as it steps up its war with Qualcomm. Speculation began in January when Broadcom
ARMv7 and ARMv8 instruction set licenses from ARM Holdings Plc. (
Currently Broadcom offers a few ARMv6-based processors (including the one used in the
Raspberry Pi USB stick-style Linux computer
), but lacks a serious smartphone processor offering.
Analysts think Broadcom may be preparing a next generation processor/modem system-on-a-chip for release sometime in the next couple years. Such a move would certainly leverage Broadcom's extensive experience in signaling silicon, but it would also be risky as it could alienate NVIDIA and Samsung, hurting Broadcom's more traditional business.
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Foxtel has announced "a further step in its major refresh of Entertainment and Movies channels" and is proving this with a coming December 17 launch of two new FOX-branded Entertainment channels – FOX SLEUTH and FOX SCI FI.
Foxtel and NBCUniversal Global Distribution & International (NBCU) have announced completion of "a new, multi-year agreement covering movies, drama, comedy, entertainment, reality and news for the Foxtel Group’s broadcast, on demand and streaming platforms."
With nearly 300 5G sites switched on across Australia today, and 1200 sites planned by March 2020, Optus has also announced new 4K Ultra HD video streaming partnerships while reaching 'top peak home 5G speeds' of 400Mbps.
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Silver lining department: Gas is $3.20 a gallon. Milk is $4. Electricity has nearly doubled in recent years.
Is everything getting more expensive? No. Although inflation appears to be back in a big way, there are still significant deflationary forces in some parts of the economy. As long as overseas wages are lower than in the United States, as long as technology keeps improving electronic devices, and as long as open trade allows access to world markets, many prices will fail to keep up with those for food and energy.
A quick tour of the government's price data shows numerous items failing to match February's overall inflation rate of 4 percent.
Televisions continue to lead the deflation parade, plunging 19 percent in price from February 2007 to February 2008. Camera prices fell 13 percent. Watch prices fell 4 percent. Also in the technology category, cell phone service was 1 percent less expensive in February than a year before.
On the whole apparel prices fell 1 percent. Women's clothing, which had been getting costlier a year ago, fell 4 percent. Carpeting, bedroom furniture and tools all fell slightly. Dishes and flatware have been getting cheaper for years and rose less than 1 percent in February.
True, you can't eat rugs. TV won't fuel your car. But your dollar goes a little farther at Best Buy than at Exxon.


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Eagerly awaited in India the Pulsar 200 SS is bound to be a massive success among bike enthusiasts, says Faisal Ali Khan
Bajaj Auto is the leader in the sports motorcycle category in India and one can recollect how the company celebrated the Pulsar outselling its rivals with the Hunto ad a few years back.
The company hasn't launched a new Pulsar for quite sometime now but did showcase two interesting concepts of its flagship model at the 2014 Auto Expo.
While the CS 400 will arrive late next year, the company will bring in the Pulsar SS 400 early next year and its smaller sibling is set to be launched anytime soon.
The Pulsar 200 SS was showcased by the company at a private meet in Turkey, which was likely done for dealers. The motorcycle displayed resembled the 400 SS to a great extent and the big differentiator was the 200SS badges at the rear.
The full faired motorcycle looks very aggressive with the sharp fairing, dual projector headlights, LED daytime running lights and dual tail lights. The motorcycle is based on the 200 NS and uses the same engine.
Although Bajaj Auto is using the 199.5cc, single-cylinder motor from the 200 NS, the company is likely to give the powerplant fuel injection. With the carb system on the 200 NS, the 200cc Pulsar generates 23.52 PS of power and 18.3 Nm of torque.
However, the 200 SS is likely to output 24.4 PS, making it slightly quicker in acceleration while also negating the extra weight due to the fairing.
Bajaj Auto has been testing the full faired Pulsars for a long time now and the wait will soon be over as the company is set to launch the Pulsar 200 SS in November.
ABS is unlikely to be offered and the expected for on-road price is Rs 1.30 lakh. The Pulsar 200 SS will rival the Yamaha R15 and Honda CBR150R in the short run while in the long run, it will rub shoulders with the Hero HX250R.


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Adobe (Nasdaq:ADBE) today released its Social Media Intelligence Report analyzing paid, earned and owned social media trends for Q1. Key findings of the Adobe Digital Index report show that Facebook’s ad business continued to grow with click through rate (CTR) and ad impressions increasing by double-digits quarter-over-quarter (QoQ), 20 percent and 41 percent respectively. While revenue per visit (RPV) coming from Facebook grew by two percent QoQ, RPV from Twitter and Tumblr declined by 23 percent and 36 percent respectively, following a strong holiday quarter.
Leveraging its unparalleled data set, Adobe’s Social Media Intelligence Report is the industry’s most comprehensive analysis and is based on 260 billion Facebook ad impressions, 226 billion Facebook post impressions, 17 billion referred visits from social networking sites, and seven billion brand post interactions including comments, likes and shares. Paid social data is derived from aggregated Adobe Marketing Cloud data.
“Social media continued to grow even after a strong holiday quarter and the seasonal slowdown expected in Q1,” said Tamara Gaffney, principal analyst, Adobe Digital Index. “Marketers are learning how to best reach their audiences across different social media channels and companies like Facebook are making changes to their algorithms and adding functionalities like auto-play of videos, which impact brands and users and how they engage with content.”
Additional findings include:
- Paid Social Trends: Facebook ad clicks and impressions are on the rise with clicks continuing to outpace impressions. Facebook’s ad clicks increased 70 percent year-over-year (YoY) and 48 percent quarter-over-quarter (QoQ), with ad impressions up 40 percent and 41 percent, respectively. Facebook’s ad CTR jumped 160 percent YoY and 20 percent QoQ. However, Facebook’s cost per click (CPC) dipped two percent YoY and 11 percent QoQ following a strong holiday season.
- Earned Social Trends: Brand posts with embedded video gained traction in Q1 – with 58 percent more engagement QoQ and 25 percent growth YoY. Facebook video plays increased 785 percent YoY and 134 percent QoQ following auto-plays for videos being implemented in Q4 2013. Meanwhile, text-only Facebook brand posts are losing share and engagement, but posts with links rose 167 percent QoQ and 77 percent YoY.
- Owned Social Trends: Twitter and Facebook referred RPV increased YoY (5 percent and 11 percent, respectively), but Twitter driven RPVs dipped 23 percent QoQ. Tumblr referred RPV is up 55 percent YoY, but slumped 36 percent QoQ. LinkedIn stood out with a 15 percent share of social traffic to B2B high-tech sites. Only Facebook drove more traffic (52 percent) to B2B high-tech sites in Q1.
- Adobe Digital Index: Social Intelligence Report
- Adobe Digital Index Portal on CMO.com
- Adobe CMO.com blog post
About Adobe Digital Index
Adobe Digital Index publishes research on digital marketing and other topics of interest to senior marketing and e-commerce executives across industries. Research is based on the analysis of select, anonymous and aggregated data from over 5,000 companies worldwide that use Adobe Marketing Cloud to obtain actionable data and analysis of activity on their websites. The Social Intelligence Report and other reports and insights are available here.
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