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While Chinese firms have been buying U.S. firms amid the economic slowdown, China and India have pressed each other for greater market access at a meeting between the countries’ trade ministers, Reuters reports:
Despite twitchy relations and occasional heated rhetoric, business relations between India and China have boomed for more than a decade. The two sides have targeted trade flows of $100 billion by 2015 from $75.5 billion now.
For its part, India has long complained that its companies, from IT and services to pharmaceuticals to Bollywood film-makers, are unfairly restricted when trying to enter the Chinese market. Exports to the world’s second-biggest economy have mainly consisted of raw materials such as iron ore.
“The two governments need to work together to create a better, easier and more relaxing and business-enabling environment for our potential Chinese and Indian investors,” Chen told reporters, through a translator.
Despite this meeting, Market Watch reports the China-India talks have little to offer in tackling the trade gap:
China and India Monday sought more market access for each other at a meeting of their commerce ministers, but offered little in solving the widening trade imbalance between the Asian neighbors other than saying that they will set up a joint panel to look into it.
India’s trade deficit with China jumped 42% to nearly $40 billion in the last fiscal year ended March 31, and was the largest contributor to the country’s overall gap between exports and imports. Their total trade was more than $75 billion, up over 27% from the previous year, and the two countries have previously set a target to expand that to $100 billion by 2015.
The trade deficit has been a thorn in India-China relations.
Speaking after the meeting, Indian Commerce Minister Anand Sharma and his Chinese counterpart, Chen Deming, told reporters that the two countries needed to address the trade-gap issue and reiterated their respective stands, but didn’t announce any specific measures.
China and India have been strategic rivals in the past, but India has invited Chinese companies to invest in its manufacturing zones, New York Daily News adds:
“We’ve invited China to participate in and support the establishment of one or more of the National Investment and Manufacturing Zones,” trade minister Anand Sharma said in New Delhi after talks with his Chinese counterpart Chen Deming.
“That is where the opportunities beckon,” Sharma said in a speech to Indian and Chinese business leaders, adding the response from the Chinese to the investment proposal had been “positive and encouraging”.
The zones are being set up under India’s National Manufacturing Policy which aims to boost manufacturing as a percentage of gross domestic product to 25 percent from 16 percent in the next decade.
The policy is part of India’s struggle to provide jobs to its growing army of young people.
Aside from investing in the manufacturing zones, China plans to import more Indian commodities, according to China Daily:
China promised Monday to import more Indian commodities including IT,pharmaceutical and agricultural products in order to make trade between the two countries”more balanced”.
Chen said when the global economy has not come out of crisis, there is great meaning to expand bilateral economic cooperation with India which will also send a positive message to the world.
He said China encourages its enterprises to shift some of their production bases from China to India if they are needed here.
Sharma said it is unreasonable that the direct investment into each other by China and Indiaonly totals about $1 billion and called for more investment.


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Several trends are emerging in the HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) industry, from technologies designed to improve energy efficiency, reduce energy consumption and costs, to offerings that improve homeowners’ overall quality of life. Additionally, after spending more time at home, people are looking for ways to make their houses cleaner and more comfortable — and many are willing to pay more for the comfort, convenience and savings that high efficiency products and services provide.
Here are a few of the trends currently heating up this cool industry.
Trend #1 — Industry Growth
Growth in the HVAC industry is a trend in and of itself — Guidehouse Insights Residential Heating and Cooling Innovations 2020 report* projects the North American HVAC market will reach $75 billion in 2025 versus $56 billion as of 2019.
This demand is due to a variety of reasons. The country is experiencing hotter summers and colder winters, so homeowners are replacing their older HVAC systems with newer, more energy efficient systems to reduce energy consumption and costs, and make their homes more sustainable. Others may also want the improved indoor air quality a new system brings as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. And the technology for home heating and cooling systems continues to evolve, which contributes to both increased consumer demand and the need for skilled HVAC technicians.
This industry growth requires not only motivated and well trained HVAC professionals — but more of them. High efficiency HVAC companies have to compete for that labor and need to adopt technologies and processes that streamline the onboarding process and consider ways to make the industry attractive for the new talent.
Trend #2 — Smart Technologies Require Advanced Technicians
With new technologies constantly emerging in heating, ventilation and cooling, HVAC companies have to stay savvy on how to convey the benefits of these features with consumers. The need for dynamic HVAC technicians increases alongside these evolving technologies. According to ARCH News, the demand for HVAC talent will continue to rise through 2026.
HVAC professionals will need to help homeowners understand which HVAC units, programmable thermostats and remote products are going to best meet their energy efficiency and economic goals. They’ll also need to help homeowners navigate how to afford high-efficiency units.
Investing in a new HVAC system can cost an average of $7,000, according to Forbes. These up-front costs can be a deterrent, and HVAC contractors will do well to adopt a consultative approach to help customers afford these new systems, including adjusting their sales pitch to a monthly payment versus a cash price. Monthly payments in general are a trend consumers continue to embrace — from monthly car payments to even financing smaller purchases like cell phones and exercise equipment. Likewise, home improvement loans enable homeowners to move forward with home improvements without having to put cash down upfront, and instead pay over time.
Trend #3 — Reduced Energy Consumption
It’s pretty clear that most consumers are willing to pay more for products that reduce their negative impact on the environment. According to Forbes, “…more than half of Generation Z (54%) state that they are willing to spend an incremental 10% or more on sustainable products, with 50% of Millennials saying the same. This compares to 34% of Generation X and 23% of Baby Boomers.”
And when it comes to greener appliances, the generations also agree. In a Remodeling article, 75% of millennials, 83% of Gen Xers and 89% of baby boomers want Energy Star® appliances, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) “What Home Buyers Really Want” report.
This increased sense of social responsibility gives HVAC contractors the opportunity to lead the way in helping to reduce energy consumption in homes. More and more homeowners express concerns about their footprint on the environment based on the products and services they buy.
Programmable thermostats with remote control and more high efficiency HVAC units empower homeowners to reduce their energy consumption and take control of their energy costs. This leads right into our next HVAC trend: long-term energy cost savings.
Trend #4 — Reduced Energy Costs
Forty percent of U.S. residential energy consumption is from heating and cooling the home, according to Guidehouse Insights Residential Heating and Cooling Innovations 2019* study. This represents a significant opportunity to save energy and money.
Installing a new high efficiency HVAC unit can result in a payback of five to seven years due to its efficiency in operating costs, according to Urban Green Council. And if the HVAC unit qualifies, the homeowner may also be eligible to claim federal tax credits equal to installation costs up to $500.**
Between reduced utility costs and qualifying rebates and tax credits, more energy efficient home improvements like high efficiency HVAC replacements can help homeowners realize significant long-term energy savings.
While a high efficiency HVAC system may initially be more expensive, it can ultimately help homeowners cut their annual energy bill by nearly $140, according to DoE. A critical component to help homeowners reach those savings is proper equipment repairs and installation. This is why the need for skilled HVAC professionals is so essential.
Trend #5 — Ease at Point of Sale
Though consumers are willing to pay more for home improvement repairs and HVAC upgrades that reduce their impact on the environment, they still want the purchasing process to be simple. That’s why technology is also crucial at the point of sale. Field reps need to be able to quickly and easily access customer data and expedite transactions.
Interactive payment estimators (like the one Mosaic provides to its partners) empowers both the contractor and customer to consider cost scenarios on the spot. So as quick as the technology can keep up with consumers demands, so must the skilled contractors who serve them.
Help your customers pay for high-efficiency HVAC replacements
According to a Modernize Homeowner survey, 63% of homeowners would consider using third-party financing for home improvement projects. With a diverse suite of financing solutions, the Mosaic platform is positioned to help HVAC contractors empower their homeowners to adopt high-efficiency HVAC units.
* Home Improvement Loans through the Mosaic Platform are made by WebBank, Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender.


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Craig Green unveiled his latest collaborative footwear offering — for lack of a better term — with adidas on Instagram yesterday. The piece, which is part of the designer’s SS21 collection, looks more like an ankle bracelet worn by athletes than any traditional style of footwear.
It’s definitely made of leather — though whether it’s vegan or not remains to be seen — it features co-branded detailing on the upper part of the ankle collar, and the shoe features open-toed, heeled, and Achilles sections.
Whatever it is — sandal, sock, ankle support — it’s one of the wilder collaborative shoes to hit the market in recent seasons and speaks to adidas’ trust in its collaborators. Craig Green, and many other adidas collaborators, have been given blank slates when it comes to reimagining classic silhouettes or designing their own. Kanye West and his YEEZY line is an obvious example. OAMC’s longstanding partnership with adidas is another.
Take a look at the Craig Green x adidas SS21 footwear style above and let us know if you have a name for it yet because we’re stumped.
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Undoubtedly, the COVID-19 pandemic has shown us unprecedented health and economic impacts all over the world. The health crisis left in its wake millions of jobless Americans and thousands of companies that have been shut down.
As several states gear up to reopen their economies, a lot of people are wondering what a new world will bring in and what jobs will feed their families.
According to the CDC, even after the lockdowns and quarantines are lifted, COVID-19 protocols and safety regulations will still be strictly observed. As far as the disease is concerned, the virus is still out there. We’re not out of the woods yet.
That being said, don’t expect things to go back to normal immediately. The workplace will change. It has to. It needs to adapt to the new normal given the present circumstances.
The safety of the workers and customers is still the priority. This is why companies are already exploring different strategies to keep their business afloat under this new season. Jobs are being modified as we go along.
While there is much uncertainty surrounding us, several opportunities — in the form of post-lockdown jobs — have also popped up. Here are a few of them:
Jobs in Technology and Software
Since almost all white-collar businesses and smaller enterprises are transitioning to the virtual world, jobs in IT will be in demand at this time. IT infrastructure consultant, software developer, cybersecurity and systems analyst, and other similar jobs will continue to be a priority for hiring and recruitment managers.
These jobs have become the backbone of a lot of companies. Those with the skills and expertise for this industry are individuals that have a higher value in the market now as people are slowly shifting to the digital platform.
Jobs in Healthcare
The healthcare industry will continue to flourish as the battle against COVID-19 rages on. Hospital workers such as registered nurses, physician assistants, and medical technologists will be needed. These healthcare jobs have already been in an upswing before the virus hit our shores and, experts say, they will continue to go up.
Demands for jobs in businesses such as pharmaceutical companies and drug stores are also expected to rise as the demand for medical supplies and equipment is not going down anytime soon.
Jobs in Fitness
Since gyms and fitness clubs will remain closed due to social distancing, fitness experts and trainers have since moved on to the online realm to conduct classes and training sessions with clients.
The pandemic has created a need for online fitness coaches, especially since a lot of people have gotten used to exercising and keeping fit at home during the quarantines. Having a personal trainer coach you one-on-one online is similar to being in the gym, although this time, you only have limited access to exercise machines and equipment.
The coach’s expertise can help you work around these limitations and still give you enough material and motivation to keep fit.
Jobs within the Supply Chain
Those jobs that have helped keep store shelves stocked even during the pandemic are among those that will have a high demand even after the lockdowns have been lifted.
Logisticians, delivery truck drivers, delivery personnel, manufacturing, and other related jobs will require more manpower to help the increase in product demands once the supply chain opens up.
Remember that we are living in unprecedented times. Changes will continue to happen as we move along adapting to the realities that the pandemic brings us.


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Back in January, Jeep quietly teased a plug-in hybrid Wrangler 4xe model at CES. We’ve spotted the electrified Wrangler out in the wild since then, and FCA has been keen to tease it these past few weeks. That only means one thing — the hybrid Wrangler is coming soon. And now we have an exact date as to when it’s coming: December 2020.
For those of you who have been following TFLcar for awhile, we did report earlier this month that FCA’s Q2 2020 financial report pointed to a Q4 launch. Now, though, we know with certainty it’s coming at the end of the year.
So, what does the Jeep Wrangler 4xe bring to the table? In terms of styling, it’s more or less the same as the standard car. It still looks like a Wrangler, and you may actually be hard-pressed to spot one unless you know what to look for. Namely, the cowl-mounted charging port and a small “4xe” badge on the back. The concept at CES had special blue decals as well, so it’s likely those will make it to production.
Check out more from CES in the TFLoffroad video below:
In terms of what powertrain lurks within the Wrangler 4xe, there’s not too much we know with certainty beyond what’s visually obvious. It packs a J1772 charger. On that basis, it will support Level 2 charging in addition to plugging the car in on a standard 110V outlet.
Beyond that, virtually everything else isn’t certain yet. There’s certainly no official information from FCA, though there is more Jeep news coming on September 3. Odds are the Wrangler 4xe will mate an existing Jeep engine with an electric drivetrain. However, it’s not clear whether that drivetrain is derived from the Pacifica Hybrid, or its more of a bespoke setup befitting the Jeep’s unique characteristics.
We also have the Jeep Renegade and Compass 4xe as points of comparison. These models detailed a 240 horsepower drivetrain for the European market. The Wrangler, on the other hand, demands something more potent, given the current engine options. Efficiency is also another question mark, though we should know more on that soon.
Of course, many of you are more interested in the new Grand Wagoneer. More on that is also coming September 3, so stay tuned for more updates.


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We are thrilled to announce our partnership with leading supplier payments provider, Nvoicepay. Nvoicepay offers intelligent payment automation, transforming the way dealerships make payments. Additionally, Nvoicepay utilizes intuitive cloud-based software and comprehensive services to simplify the vendor payment process, even in complex environments.
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Thomson Reuters Elite, business management solutions for legal and professional services, partners with Nvoicepay to offer joint customers automated supplier payments.
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FLEETCOR Technologies, the parent company of Nvoicepay, announces John Coughlin as the group President of Corporate Payments.
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FLEETCOR, of which Nvoicepay is a subsidiary, reports their Q1 2019 financial results. The company had another quarter of organic revenue growth at 11%.
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FLEETCOR, a leading global provider of commercial payment solutions, announces it will acquire Nvoicepay, a B2B payment automation leader based in Beaverton, Oregon.
Nvoicepay and Symbeo Bring Enterprise Payables into the 21st Century
Nvoicepay and Symbeo announce their joint solution 'Invoice-to-Pay'. Their partnership will automate the entire payables process for enterprise customers, creating a completely digital workflow...
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Nvoicepay, the leader in enterprise payment automation, shares growth, payment volume, and supplier network statistics in this 2017 summary.
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The Technology Association of Oregon recognizes Nvoicepay as a finalist for their 2018 awards, in the 'Most Disruptive Technology' category. The awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 10,...
Nvoicepay Names John Ewert Chief Financial Officer
Nvoicepay appoints John Ewert to CFO. John's extensive experience with fast-growing companies positions Nvoicepay to continue leading the B2B payments space.
Viewpoint and Nvoicepay Team Up to Lead the Construction Industry
Viewpoint Construction Software and Nvoicepay announce their partnership to bring one-click vendor payments to the construction industry.
Coupa Payments to Digitize Global Supplier Payments
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Nvoicepay and Yooz, a partnership that allows end-to-end APautomation, announced Peterson Auto Group, Kuni Automotive, and the Lanphere Auto Group as customers.
Nvoicepay Transforms AP with Mastercard inControl for Commercial Payments
Nvoicepay announced it will integrate Mastercard's inControl for Commercial Payments solution for accelerated supplier payments.
Nvoicepay's CEO and Co-Founder to Speak at Money20/20
Nvoicepay co-founder Karla Friede will present in the panel 'Global B2B Finance: Empowering SMBs for X-Border Payments & International Trade' at Money20/20.
Nvoicepay and Napier Park Financial Partners Close Growth Equity Investment
Nvoicepay, the leader in payment automation software, announced a $10 million growth equity investment in the company by Napier Park Financial Partners.
Coupa’s Platform Manages Billions in Corporate Spend
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HA NOI (VNS)— The Vingroup Joint Stock Company will enter the e-commerce market with the establishment of the VinE-com Limited Liability Company, according to a decision made by its board on Tuesday.
Under the decision reached by the group's Board of Directors, Vingroup will contribute capital of about VND735 billion (US$35 million) to own 70 per cent of VinE-com.
The group also announced the appointment of Vingroup's new CEO on the same day. Duong Thi Mai Hoa, 45, will assume the role of CEO of Vingroup and will replace the current CEO Le Thi Thu Thuy.
Before joining Vingroup in 2013, Hoa was the finance director of Oracle Viet Nam Company and has previously held important positions in different commercial banks in Viet Nam.
Thuy, who is still the group's vice president, will take charge of the new e-commerce service. The new service, launched with the establishment of the VinE-com company with a charter capital of VND1.05 trillion ($50 million), aims to create a trustworthy, high-quality online shopping channel in Viet Nam.
As e-commerce has been identified as a key future strategy that has the potential to help the group garner more profits, the group has decided to appoint Thuy as both chairwoman and CEO of VinE-com. Thuy has broad experience in international markets and is known for her dynamic vision.
These appointments will take effect from the day its amended registrations are approved by the Ha Noi Department of Planning and Investment.
Vingroup is a real estate giant in Viet Nam and, besides its core business, runs businesses in various sectors, including healthcare, tourism, education and retail.
Shares of Vingroup (VIC) rose by 0.6 per cent to VND78,000 ($3.7) on Thursday but slightly lost yesterday. — VNS


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One of the most exciting areas of online video is live streaming. It is on the rise with free platforms including uStream, Justin.tv and Mogulus. It will become more pervasive once Yahoo! comes online with its live service.
The question is how is this content monetized The insertion of advertising into live programming has not been standardized by the IAB, so various models will emerge.
I spoke earlier this week with Max Hoat, CEO and founder of Mogulus. He said that advertising overlays using Google Adsense would be going into the live stream shortly. He explains how content creators can manage when ads go into their shows.
For publishers who pay for the service, they have a number of options. He said that Mogulus is evaluating ScanScout to insert advertising for publishers.
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Disclaimer: We have been using Mogulus to stream live events. Max and his talented producers have been helpful. We do not have a business relationship.


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Ritz and Oreo Join Forces to Satisfy Your Sweet-Salty Snack Cravings
The limited-edition drop will only be available online.
We all have our preferences. Some of us prefer sweet treats, perhaps chocolate cookies or candy coatings. Others lean salty, perhaps something nutty or buttery. Every so often, a snack arrives that fulfills both our sweet and salty desires, and a new collaboration from two snack food giants has done just that.
RITZ Crackers and OREO Cookies have teamed up to create RITZxOREO, a brilliant mashup that is exactly what it sounds like it’d be: a Ritz Cracker and Oreo cookie stacked together. And sandwiched between the cracker and cookie are two layers of peanut butter flavored creme and original OREO creme.
There’s just no way this won’t be delicious, and it’s especially exciting for RITZ cracker fans who also happen to be OREO cookie fans.
“Over the past few years, RITZ has been exploring innovative partnerships and experiences to spark excitement around our iconic, buttery cracker,” said Alexis Yap, Ritz Senior Brand Manager. “We couldn’t resist the opportunity to collaborate with our friends at OREO on a snack that’s part salty cracker, part chocolate cookie, and entirely delicious. This is a collab our fans won’t want to miss!”
The new cookie-cracker collab will be available beginning 12 p.m. EST on Thursday, May 26, exclusively at OREO.com/RITZ. To sweeten this (er, salty) pot, the packages are free too. The only cost will be $3.95 for shipping, but products are in limited supply and expected to sell out quickly.


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Jack Ma isn't the only billionaire winner of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (BABA:US)'s initial public offering. The record-setting stock sale also gave a jolt to the fortunes of the world's wealthiest technology tycoons.
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Steam turned 10 years old in September. The service has come a long way since its humble beginning, and its audience is apparently growing at a rapid pace. Over the past 12 months, the number of active users has increased by 30%. So says an official Valve press release, which also reveals that Steam has surpassed 65 million accounts. It's unclear whether that total refers to active accounts, though. Here's the relevant snippet pulled from Engadget's coverage:
Valve today announced 30% growth in active accounts during the trailing 12 months on Steam, a leading platform for PC, Mac, and Linux software.
Now offering over 3,000 games and software titles to over 65 million accounts, 2013 also marked Steam's 10 year anniversary of providing services to gamers.
In June, EA said it had 50 million users, although almost half of those apparently came from mobile platforms. Next Power Up points out that Xbox Live has 48 million users, and that Sony's PSN Network tops them all with 110 million. Valve isn't the biggest player, but it's clearly right up there.
Apart from reminding us about Valve's Steam Machine beta and an upcoming developer developer event planned for January, the press release has little else to say. I'm sure someone will find a hidden message about Half-Life 3, though.
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A new outdoor space in Derby could be the future of alfresco dining and entertainment – and we’re totally down for some socially distanced local snacks.
This summer, Derby Market Place has been transformed into a vibrant 330-person capacity meeting-and-eating space, where people can now enjoy a variety of food and drink from the city’s best-loved local restaurants, cafes and pubs.
The new-look social hub is home to 30 bookable chalets and outdoor tables, as well as a performance area, bringing alfresco dining to the city in a totally new way.
As well as being able to book a seat, enjoy a drink and a bite to eat, and chill out beneath picturesque trees, social distancing has been built into the design. It’s a great example of how future foodie gatherings might be able to work – as well as put on entertainment – in other cities, too.
The newly opened venue has proved so successful through the summer that it’s set to become a focal point for Derby’s biggest future events too, including the city’s reimagined annual outdoors arts festival, Derby Festé in September; and its Christmas market later in the year.
Visitors can eat food from any local cafe in the market place, or even easier, order from the website, and sitting back and relaxing until the treats come to you. Meanwhile, the Derby Brewing Company is on hand with a bar to bring drinks directly to your table.
The new-look Derby Market Place is scheduled to be in place in its current format through to September 30, (although the bar will be closed on Monday 10, 17 and 24 August). After that, the venue will be put to use for other events.


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More than four in five consumers say they have "broken up" with at least one brand on Facebook, Twitter, or email because of irrelevant, too frequent, or boring marketing messages, according to a study by ExactTarget and CoTweet.
Facebook users have become more discriminating in their relationships with brands:
- 55% of surveyed Facebook users say they have "liked" a brand on Facebook, and later "unliked" the brand.
- 71% of Facebook fans say they've become more selective over the past year about which brands they “like" on Facebook.
Typically, Facebook fans who end brand relationships do so most often by "unliking" the brand (43%) or removing the brand's posts from their Facebook news feed (38%):
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Welcome to What’s Hot On The Screen, our segment that focuses on new and interesting releases in the world of online content, film and television. This week we have a blockbuster line-up that includes an interview with Love: The Webseries. We sat down with the popular web-drama’s co-creator and lead actor, Zigi Ndlhovu to talk about the show’s first season, the struggles that have come and it’s unusual journey in becoming the show that it is.
Also featured are some of thoughts on shows of interest releasing within the week of March 5th including Coming 2 America, The Snail and The Whale and One Night Kwa Mxolisi… To listen to the round-up and interview as aired on YFM, you can do so here. A full list of the round-up can be found at the end of the article. The podcast with the full Love: The Webseries interview is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Captivate FM and more. Find your preferred streaming experience here.


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World Of Warcraft, Hearthstone, Heroes Of The Storm Losing Windows XP, Vista Support
Time for an upgrade.
The announcement was made on the studio's forum by community manager Nate Valenta, who said the "vast majority" of players for each of those games had moved on to newer iterations of Microsoft's PC operating system.
"Microsoft ceased mainstream support for these versions of Windows in 2009 and 2012, respectively, but since a decent portion of our audience was still using them at the time, we continued supporting them," he explained. "However, there have been three major Windows releases since Vista, and at this point, the vast majority of our audience has upgraded to one of the newer versions.
Valenta noted that once support for these operating systems end "the [aforementioned] games will not run on them."
"We encourage any players who are still using one of the older OSes to upgrade to a newer version. We’ll be rolling out this change on a staggered schedule, and will post further notices as we get closer to making the change for each game."
Blizzard's latest release Overwatch launched without support for Windows XP or Vista and it hasn't had a noticeable impact on the size of its player base. Activision Blizzard recently reported earnings for its fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31 and, as part of this, Blizzard's monthly active users was cited as 36 million, up 37 percent from 2015. For the fourth quarter alone, Blizzard had 41 million monthly active users.
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Bentonville, Ark. – Wal-Mart Stores said cost reductions and productivity improvements contributed to a 9 percent increase in its fiscal third-quarter profits.
Earnings topped $3.6 billion for the three months ended Oct. 31, while net sales increased 3.4 percent to $113.2 billion, including a $1.7 billion negative impact from unfavorable currency exchange rates.
Domestically, Walmart U.S. said solid sales performance and disciplined expense management contributed to a 4.5 percent increase in operating income, to $4.8 billion, which was a “key driver” of the company’s overall profit. Net sales rose 3.6 percent to $66.1 billion and comp sales increased 1.5 percent, aided by back-to-school activities early in the quarter and the mid-September launch of layaway.
Comp sales for the chain’s entertainment category, which includes CE and pre-recorded media, fell by the low single digits due to “continued strong industry deflation,” Walmart U.S. president/CEO Bill Simon said in a pre-recorded phone call. In contrast, wireless comps increased by the double digits due to a broader assortment, while 50-inch TVs, gaming consoles and tablets were among the quarter’s top items purchased on layaway.
CE saw greater growth online, where the retailer improved its checkout capabilities, broadened its assortment, and increased conversions by 10 percent to 15 percent thanks to the launch of a new in-house search engine called Polaris, Simon said.
Walmart.com also launched a same-day delivery pilot in four cities in October.
Looking ahead to Black Friday, Simon cited a planned one-hour CE sale on Thanksgiving evening, for which “we’re far deeper in the quantities of those items than we’ve ever been before.” He added that November sales have started ahead of plan, and that the chain expects “strong performance” through Thanksgiving and Black Friday.
At Sam’s Club, operating income increased 12.7 percent, while net sales rose 4.7 percent to $13.9 billion and comp sales edged up 2.7 percent excluding sales of fuel.
Comp sales in technology and entertainment were “slightly positive” for the quarter despite continued deflation, Sam’s Club president/CEO Rosalind Brewer said on the call.
Specifically, wireless comps performed well, rising by the double digits on the strength of the Samsung Galaxy III and the Apple iPhone 5 launches, while TV and home theater comps were up by the low single-digits, driven by higher unit volume and improved availability of large-screen models. TV average selling prices (ASPs) continue to decrease, she said, and Sam’s Club’s TV inventory position for the holidays is “very good.”
In contrast, video games, music and movies “continue to experience pressure in the current environment,” Brewer noted.
Also on the call, Wal-Mart Stores president/CEO Mike Duke thanked East Coast staffers who “jumped into action” when Superstorm Sandy hit last month. About 75 percent of the 300 impacted Walmart stores were reopened within 24 hours, as were 37 of the 41 impacted Sam’s Clubs. Walmart trucks also delivered water, food, blankets and other needed items, and the company has pledged $2 million to help with relief efforts.
Walmart U.S.’s own storm-related expenses totaled $35 million in inventory damage, clean-up and other miscellaneous costs.
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In an effort to improve the availability of spares, Volkswagen has announced a new Regional Distribution Centre (RDC) in Chakan, Pune. The centre which is spread over an area of 25,000 sq. m has been stated within the premises of Volkswagen Pune Plant. According to Volkswagen, this is an important milestone for them to emerge as a stronger player in India. The RDC, a state-of-the-art facility designed in cooperation with Volkswagen AG, the global arm of the company will be compliant with the latest and highest global standards of Volkswagen group worldwide. The RDC in Chakan, on the outskirts of Pune, was inaugurated by Mr Justin Nolte, Director Group After Sales & Vehicle Logistics. Present at the inauguration were Mr Pavan Shetty, Mr P Ravichandran and other senior officials of Volkswagen Group. In phase 1, the RDC will manage Volkswagen India’s export business across the world. The phase two of the operation, which starts from early next year will see it also servicing Volkswagen Group India dealerships across the western part of India with the one-day delivery of high-quality genuine parts and will ensure that availability of spares is no longer an issue. This RDC will also be supplying parts to its parts distribution centres (PDC) located in north and south of India.
On the sidelines of the inauguration, Mr Nolte said that this newly opened RDC in Maharashtra was a key part of network strategy under their depot network development project. Making it the third warehouse for VW which already has PDCs in Bangalore and NCR area. This centre will provide spare parts for all models available in India under the Volkswagen family starting from Volkswagen, Skoda, Audi, Porsche and Lamborghini. Nolte also stressed the need to reaffirm the emerging positive customer sentiment in the market, with a pledge to our dealers and buyers with the best of our products and services. The group Aftersales director also hoped that this would help the company strengthen its bond with their customers.
Based in Pune, the RDC will benefit from a strategic position in the VW network and will help significantly contribute in reducing current lead-time in providing genuine parts to the dealers across the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. One can only hope that this will lead to better Volkswagen Group after-sales service offerings.


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Scammers masquerading as Elon Musk have stolen millions of dollars from U.S. consumers in cryptocurrency scams as online financial fraudsters seek to capitalize on the public interest to trade highly-rated cryptocurrencies. volatiles such as bitcoin.
Consumers lost more than $ 80 million in cryptocurrency scams between Oct. 1 and March 31, according to new data from the Federal Trade Commission, which on Monday reported a “huge spike” in cryptocurrency. fraud.
Scammers posing as a cryptocurrency enthusiast and Tesla co-founder Musk were responsible for more than $ 2 million in losses.
The value lost to cryptocurrency investment scams has increased tenfold from the same period last year, according to the regulator. Over 7,000 scams were reported in the six-month period, 12 times more than the previous year.
Investors lost a median amount of $ 1,900 to the scams, which typically purported to offer investors advice or “secrets” to help them trade electronic currencies, the FTC said.
The regulator cited the “Wild West vibe” that surrounds cryptocurrency culture as one of the reasons for the increase in scams, as well as an “element of mystery” that has created fertile ground for scammers targeting young consumers who wanted to make a quick comeback.
The FTC report follows a sharp drop in the trading price of bitcoin, after Musk tweeted last week that the electric automaker will no longer accept cryptocurrency as payment for its vehicles, citing concerns about the environmental impact of the “mining” of the cryptocurrency.
Bitcoin traded at just under $ 44,000 on Monday, down about $ 20,000 from the record it hit just a month ago.
“The promises of huge, guaranteed returns are nothing but lies,” the regulator said, adding that the scammers had built sophisticated websites that made it appear that a consumer’s fictitious investment in cryptocurrency was increasing by value.
A common scam was to promise that a celebrity associated with cryptocurrencies would multiply a person’s purchase.
Young consumers who first began trading financial assets in record numbers at the start of the pandemic were particularly vulnerable to scams, the FTC found.
Consumers under 30 have lost more money to investment scams than any other type of fraud.


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Ontario government halts commercial evictions in COVID-19 pandemic
TORONTO -- The Ontario government is putting a temporary ban on commercial evictions to help small business owners who are struggling to pay their rent amid the COVID-19 fallout.
Premier Doug Ford says the moratorium applies to small businesses who qualify for the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program, where their revenues have dropped at least 70 per cent due to the pandemic.
Ford outlined the details at a news conference, saying the ban will take effect for evictions as of June 3 and last until Aug. 31.
Ontario joins British Columbia, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia as provinces that have implemented some form of a commercial eviction ban.
Last month, five business groups co-signed an open letter calling for the Ontario government to impose a commercial eviction moratorium during the pandemic, warning that many small and medium-sized businesses were at risk of closing as June rent came due.
The organizations included the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, Ontario Chamber of Commerce, Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association, Restaurants Canada and the Retail Council of Canada.
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Over the long term, the luxury product consultants expect there to be a polarization of between West and China, with Europeans and Americans True-Luxury consumers being more likely to prefer brands that are understated and timeless, while the Chinese prefer luxury items with brand visibility and iconic patterns. A value that is common to all consumers, however, is the importance of sustainability
Consumers are also showing themselves to will be more appreciative of personalized attention both through online and offline channels, but a new shopping equation is emerging with the fast adoption of online shopping and the evolution of physical stores.
“Store 2.0 will look very different from now: they will focus on experience and service, they will have ‘hyper-localized’ assortment and they will upgrade their digital offering. Mono-brands store will have a new role to appeal consumers: they will probably be less in number, more immersive and more experiential, and a place for connection and sociality,” the report states.
STRUCTURAL CHANGES IN THE NEW BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
These trends are contributing to redefine the meaning of luxury, the BCG/Altagamma report says, noting that brands that address the new challenges and opportunities without delay will be in a better position to navigate the new reality.
The crisis will result in structural changes in and in shifts in luxury consumer behavior and preferences. In the shorter term, consumers will buy less, but more locally and more selectively, while distribution will have to reset taking omnichannel economics into consideration.
“The shopping equation between online and offline is made possible by a solid omnichannel strategy,” the report notes. “Create an online connection that feel exclusive and beyond what non-luxury retailers offer. Shift from store to experience, trying new concepts such as store in store, test and try, brand storytelling and brand-related services. Leverage data and technology to make your consumers live a seamless omnichannel experience: invest in tech – Advanced Analytics and Artificial Intelligence – to create end to end consumer journeys.”
As they prepare for the post-COVID world, luxury brands need to reset, streamline and focus on five critical components of business, the report states. These are:
Over the long term, luxury product consultants expect there to be a polarization of between West and China, with the Chinese preferring luxury items with brand visibility.
The BCG/Atagamma luxury team suggest companies hire members of staff with an understanding and experience in using Artificial Intelligence.
SIX PRIORITIES FOR FUTURE SUCCESS
The BCG/Atagamma reports also suggests that brands would also need to invest in six priority areas to maximize success in the new market reality:


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Volvo's newest lifted wagon might be the pick of its mid-size range, and it's priced right in the middle of it.
The Fiesta-based Puma is a bit bigger than the EcoSport and a lot more appealing.
Dodge showed off a "concept" version of its muscle sedan with a widebody setup, and it seems like the production car is coming soon.
The unassuming development mule is an incubator for some serious electric-vehicle engineering.
Audi's three-row SUV freshens up and adds some new features.
For safety, electric vehicles can't be silent, so Hans Zimmer has composed a unique engine soundtrack.
Mini says its latest super-hot hatchback will set a sub-eight-minute time at the 'Ring.
Nissan and Grand Seiko collaborate on a high-end chronograph for the anniversary of the GT-R sports car.
Multi-line retailer Canadian Tire inadvertently revealed the future Bronco's engine on its website.
Lego's latest Speed Champions model is based on the 1974 Porsche 911 Turbo.
For now, the Puma is for Europe only, but we suspect that will change.
BMW's latest concept imagines an automotive future with an emphasis on driving, not autonomy.
These ultra-high-performance sports cars are coming soon.
The electric horseman from the U.K.'s Charge Automotive will beat Ford's own Mach E out of the gate.
The new 992-generation 911 will get special Heritage Design packages that include retro design elements.
The new Euro version has a V-8 TDI with a whopping 664 lb-ft of torque, but the U.S. version is likely to get a gasoline turbo V-6.
Spy photos have revealed the new Defender's cockpit, and it matches a leaked image that had been posted on Twitter.
You no longer have to sacrifice off-road ability in pursuit of better on-road performance when you buy an AMG G-wagen.
If automakers would just keep it simple with the names, that would be a start.


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Jennifer Lopez is known all over the world for her acting, singing, and killer dance moves.
he Latina star has millions of fans who stay updated on her every move. She also recently released a documentary on Netflix
which she talked about NFL and how they restricted her political message. JLo also shared other intimate details
It is no doubt that a celebrity as big as her cares a lot about what she wears. In the past, JLo has garnered much
There are plenty of designers who are willing to custom design dresses for her. However, there is one designer,
Roberto Piazza is an Argentian haute couture designer. In a recent interview for TV America in Argentina,
the famous designer revealed the dress JLo wanted and why he chose to decline her offer. The designer stated,


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Bloomberg New Energy Finance is now out with its yearly outlook — one that puts green energy in the driver seat and coal deep in the ground. Meanwhile, wind and solar electricity will make up 50% of the world’s energy mix — a function of the falling price of the underlying technologies as well as $548 billion being invested in storage capacity by 2050. On top of that, the report says that CO2 emissions will fall by 38% during that time.
The department store chain is also about to start testing mini Sears shops, selling appliances, inside its Kmart locations.
How Did the Consumer Sector Fare Last Week? On June 11, Newell Brands (NWL) announced an expansion to its stock repurchase authorization. H&R Block (HRB) announced its fiscal fourth-quarter results after the market closed on June 12.
Costco’s (COST) earnings per share have seen double-digit growth over the past five quarters. In comparison, Walmart (WMT) has also improved its EPS. Target’s (TGT) EPS returned to a growth trend during the recently reported fiscal first quarter.
Costco (COST) has posted impressive sales performance over the past several quarters and has outperformed both Walmart (WMT) and Target (TGT). During the recently concluded quarter, Costco’s comps (comparable store sales) in the US grew 7.7% (excluding the changes in fuel prices and currency movements). This is higher than Walmart’s 2.1% growth (excluding fuel) and Target’s 3.0% increase.
At a time when retail giants like Walmart (WMT), Target (TGT), and Amazon (AMZN) are fiercely competing for a greater share of consumer spending, Costco (COST) is enjoying smooth sailing. When Amazon disrupted the grocery space with its 2017 Whole Foods acquisition, Wall Street analysts were most concerned about the prospects for Costco stock.
While Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods has rattled the grocery industry, it has brought new business models and partnerships for Google.
Amazon (AMZN) might have forever changed the grocery industry exactly one year ago when the e-commerce giant bought Whole Foods for roughly $14 billion on June 16, 2017. Today, grocery delivery is commonplace across the entire industry.
Target (TGT) is trying to gain customers by coming up with new service offerings. The company is going the extra mile to provide the same-day delivery option to customers.
Walmart (WMT) stock was trading at a forward PE (price-to-earnings) multiple of 17.3x as of June 13, which is higher than that of Target (TGT) but significantly below Costco (COST). Moreover, the company is trading almost on par with the S&P 500 Index (SPY). Given the company’s 2.5% dividend yield and its expected 9.1% increase in fiscal 2019 EPS, Walmart’s valuation seems fair. In comparison, Target and Costco stock were trading at forward PE multiples of 14.6x and 27.3x, respectively.
Walmart and Target shoppers aren’t passing on the opportunity to shop at Amazon.com, too. The overlap between the retailers—people who shopped at either of the traditional retailers, as well as the fast-growing digital giant—continues to trend upward, according to a chart published Thursday by Cowen & Co. analysts. Both numbers were down from Q4, but still reflected an upward trend since the start of 2013.
Similar to how we protect ourselves online through VPN services, Privacy.com offers virtual payment cards that act like a VPN when it scrambles your IP address, shielding your true account information from possible scammers. Online banking is huge. For the longest time we would hold up our Apple iPhones and Google Android devices and say "this is more secure", but that was just a pipe dream.
Target (TGT) shares have risen 19.6% on a YTD (year-to-date) basis as of June 13. Target has outperformed its peers in terms of the growth rate. The company’s strong digital business and accelerating comps growth rate have been driving the stock higher.
Recently, Target (TGT) announced 3.2% growth in its quarterly dividend to $0.64 from $0.62 per share. The increase marks the 47th consecutive year that the company has increased its dividend. Target has a strong history of returning a substantial amount of cash to its shareholders in the form of dividends and shares. Target’s dividend growth rate has fallen, which you can see in the above graph.
Of the 26 analysts covering Target (TGT), 17 recommend “hold.” Target’s strategic growth efforts are gaining traction and driving its comps higher. However, continued margin pressure related to its investments in growth measures and increased competition are keeping most analysts at bay.
Could Target Stock Outperform Walmart and Costco This Year? As shown in the graph below, Target’s earnings have disappointed investors, with its growth initiatives impacting its profitability. Target lowered prices on thousands of products to attract traffic, which pressured margins, and in turn, its bottom line.
Could Target Stock Outperform Walmart and Costco This Year? One thing that’s hurting Target (TGT) stock is the company’s continuously subdued underperformance. Higher digital investments and online order fulfillment expenses have further pressured retailers’ margins, especially Target’s and Walmart’s (WMT). As shown in the graph below, Target’s margins have stayed narrow over the past several quarters, limited by lower pricing and higher digital fulfillment costs.
Could Target Stock Outperform Walmart and Costco This Year? Target (TGT) turned around its sales and sustained its growth momentum in the fiscal first quarter. Target’s net sales have improved in the past four quarters, with comps growing at a healthy rate, as shown in the graph below.
Could Target Stock Outperform Walmart and Costco This Year? Target’s (TGT) turnaround strategy has picked up the pace and is expected to support the company’s sales and earnings growth in future quarters. Also, Bank of America Merrill Lynch analyst Robert Ohmes has listed Target as one of the bank’s top stock picks.
Macy's stock is on a tear, tracking for the best annual performance since 2009, but some are skeptical about the prospects.


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Kuda Introduces Business Account for Nigerian Entrepreneurs
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
Nigerian entrepreneurs, especially those in the micro, small and medium scale enterprises (MSMEs) sector, now have the opportunity to operate a bank account tailored to their financial transactions.
This is because Kuda Microfinance Bank has introduced an all-in-one business account known as Kuda Business. This account package allows customers to send invoices and pay several bills to different individuals and corporate entities easily without switching apps.
Through this account, small business owners can easily send estimates to their clients and get paid in multiple ways. They would also be able to make free and bulk transfers, pay business bills without switching to another app and help manage business finances with a team of two or more people.
At the launch of the product in Lagos on Monday, October 10, 2022, the Head of Banking Products and Partnerships of Kuda MFB, Mr Nosa Oyegun, stated that Kuda Business would provide the needed boost to freelancers and MSMEs.
“Kuda Business will assist small-scale business owners in overcoming some of their many challenges. It is the answer to some of the most basic challenges freelancers and MSMEs face in managing their businesses, especially invoicing, making and receiving payments, and generally managing their business outfits.
“Kuda Business is an all-in-one manager that lets customers send invoices and pay several bills to different individuals and corporate entities easily without switching apps,” Mr Oyegun disclosed.
He listed other benefits as the ability to start as freelancers and get help with registering businesses with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and the opportunity to utilise features (which will be available via the mobile app) that would enable businesses to receive payments.
He further noted that Kuda Business helps the business owner cut costs as well as ease their internal processes.
“We know that saving money matters to businesses, so customers on the platform enjoy Kuda MFB’s standard 25 free monthly transfers to other banks with their Kuda Business account.
“Also, to help entrepreneurs with the management of their finances, the Kuda Business account has a detailed dashboard that shows how money comes and goes with real-time updates so that they will never be confused about business finances,” he said.
Highlighting the steps prospective customers would take to enlist on the platform, Mr Oyegun stated that: “We have simplified the process of coming on board the platform, so prospective customers do not have to go through any time-consuming or energy-sapping routine.
“All entrepreneurs or freelancers who are desirous of enjoying the benefits of the Kuda Business feature need do; is sign up at business.kuda.com, add money to their Kuda Business accounts, keep using Kuda Business as freelancers or upgrade to a full account and, lastly, download the Kuda Business mobile app from their app store to manage their business account wherever they are.”


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Inflation touched a 57-month low in February despite price increases in several key food items, transport costs and cooking gas.
The cost of living measure dropped to 4.46 per cent from 4.83 per cent a month earlier.
The rare declined came despite expiry of government’s temporary subsidy on maize flour, Kenya’s staple, whose prices have shot up along with other food items.
“Between January and February 2018, food and non-alcoholic drinks’ index increased by 2.2 per cent which was higher than the 1.69 per cent recorded between December and January. This was mainly due to increases in prices of some foodstuffs as a result of drought conditions currently being experienced in some parts of the country,” the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) said in a statement.
But despite the increases, the KNBS said year on year food inflation eased to 3.83 per cent in February from 4.71 per cent.
Food takes up the largest share (36 per cent) of the basket of goods that is used to calculate inflation, making it the main driver of the cost of living.
Irish potatoes went up seven per cent to Sh60 per kilo, sifted maize flour was up two per cent to Sh125 per two-kilo packet while a kilo of kales was up nine per cent to Sh53. Before the expiry of maize flour subsidy on December 31, the price of a two-kilo packet was capped at Sh90.
The subsidies were tied to last year’s drought.
Onions, cabbages and spinach also recorded price increases last month, the KNBS indicates. Cooking gas was up nine per cent to an average of Sh2,150 in refilling the 13-kg cylinder.


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Developer Owlcat Games today announced Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, a classic isometric CRPG game. Based on the adventure path of the same name, it follows in the footsteps of the previous digital adaptation of Paizo’s tabletop RPG, Pathfinder.
While not a direct sequel to Pathfinder: Kingmaker, Wrath of the Righteous will expand and elaborate on the core elements that made Owlcat’s previous installment successful. New features include the mythic progression system, a new corner of the Age of Lost Omens setting to explore, and more classes and character customizations drawn from Pathfinder’s history. Owlcat will be releasing more details as development progresses.
Moxxi’s Heist of The Handsome Jackpot — the first campaign add-on for Borderlands 3 — launches on December 19th and today Gearbox Software presents gameplay footage revealing the first moments of your arrival on The Handsome Jackpot.
Developer Piranha Games today released the MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries launch trailer today ahead of the game’s December 10th launch on PC.
Square Enix today announced that Star Ocean First Departure R, the HD remaster of the classic sci-fi RPG, is now available for the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4.
Apex Legends is ringing in the holiday season with a series of new updates including a re-worked progression system that raises the level cap while rewarding players with more free Apex Packs. Also, to celebrate the launch of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Apex Legend players will be able to unlock a BD-1 inspired Pathfinder skin by simply logging into the game.
On December 12th, six more games will be added to the Super NES – Nintendo Switch Online and NES – Nintendo Switch Online collections. The new additions include:
The second free title update for the Monster Hunter World: Iceborne expansion is now available with more free content, including a subspecies for fan-favorite Zinogre, a tempered Elder Dragon and a brand new region for the Guiding Lands area. In an accompanying developer update video, the Monster Hunter team shared these details and offered information on new Horizon Zero Dawn: The Frozen Wilds collaboration quests for PS4 players, new gameplay additions and upcoming in-game seasonal events.
Today Ubisoft announced that Title Update 6.1 for Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 will be available for all players on December 10th. To ring in the holiday season, Title Update 6.1 brings a themed in-game event, Situation: Snowball. Some of Washington D.C.’s most elusive enemies are taking a special pride in celebrating, wearing a bright red Santa Hat and taunting you about it. Taking these enemies down will drop a new, exclusive weapon that shoots… snowballs.
As part of this in-game holiday event, all players logging in the game between December 10th and January 7th will get their own Santa Hat to celebrate the holiday season.
The Silent Night apparel event is also included in TU 6.1, bringing with it a dark winter theme. The Silent Night Apparel Cache features 35 new apparel items to collect. All players who log into The Division 2 during the event receives one free key, with Year One Pass holders earning an additional three keys as a bonus, available until the event ends.
In addition, a beta version of the new Hardcore Mode will be part of Title Update 6.1. In this new mode, death is permanent, making the entire The Division 2 campaign the ultimate challenge for Agents. Since there is no chance to respawn, Division Agents must be tactical and careful to see how far they can get.
Ubisoft announced that The Crew 2 will be available to play for free starting December 5th to December 8th on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. Players will have access to the full game – including the newest update, Blazing Shots.
Over Thanksgiving week, the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite systems sold a combined total of more than 830,000 units in the U.S., according to internal data. This ranks as the single best week of U.S. sales in Nintendo Switch history. Nintendo had its strongest hardware sales of any week in Nintendo Switch history in Canada as well. Total sales of Nintendo Switch in the Americas have now reached 17.5 million units.


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The influence each has in the ridesharing and autonomous vehicle markets make this partnership an important one to watch.
The cloud software company continued to build its customer base and boost sales.
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Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z Rocker is the latest celebrity to appear in a social-media ad by the same-sex-marriage campaign The Four 2012. The group—dedicated to defending marriage equality in the four battleground states of Washington, Maryland, Maine and Minnesota—recently featured Bruce Springsteen.
Mr. Beyoncé originally made his comments in May, when speaking about President Obama’s gay-marriage announcement on CNN:
“I’ve always thought it as something that was still, um, holding the country back. What people do in their own homes is their business and you can choose to love whoever you love. That’s their business. [Discriminating against gays] is no different than discriminating against blacks. It’s discrimination plain and simple.”
Now that we look at it in print, it’s not exactly a ringing endorsement. Kinda sounds like he’s saying it’s a choice. Well, it’s something—um, right?


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Evergreen International Airlines begins Miami-Brazil cargo service
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Evergreen will use a Boeing 747-200F aircraft on a circular cargo route from MIA to the Brazilian cities of Manaus, Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. The airline is MIA’s eighth cargo line to service Brazil.
“We are extremely proud to welcome another cargo carrier to Miami-Dade County and further expand our trade partnership with Brazil,” County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez said in a statement. “MIA’s international cargo operation, which ranks number one in the U.S., continues to help make the airport our top economic engine for business revenue and jobs.”
The eight cargo airlines now flying between MIA and Brazil are Evergreen, LANCO, ABSA, TAMPA Airlines, LAN Cargo, Centurion, Skylease and UPS.
Brazil is currently MIA’s No. 1 partner country in air trade value with $12.1 billion of trade in 2011, which accounts for 69 percent of the total cargo value between the U.S. and Brazil annually, according to a news release.
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Enabling future mobility – IAA with CODE_n alumnus parkpocket
Future mobility – that was the name of one of the four themes of this year’s CODE_n CONTEST. Ten out of our 50 finalists had ideas revolving around this particular internet of things topic. Now two of these finalists – parkpocket and has.to.be – are currently presenting their business models at the International Automotive fair (IAA) in Frankfurt (17 – 27 September).
With 219 world premieres, 1.103 exhibitors from 39 countries and up to 1 million visitors, the fair is not only one of the largest automotive exhibitions; it also brings the latest trends concerning connected mobility. It is therefore no surprise that apart from the CODE_n15 finalists, with carzapp an additional alumnus is on board as well.
To put it briefly: Frankfurt is currently the place to be, at least, if your business has anything to do with mobility. The IAA has even come up with a special “New Mobility World”, a meeting place for representatives of the auto industry, high-tech companies and mobility service providers. The new exhibition area is split up into five categories: Electric vehicle plaza, Mobility Solution Center, Multimodal Market Hall, Urban Solution Market and Digital Infrastructure.
Three CODE_n alumni in the middle of the New Mobility World
Our CODE_n13 alumnus carzapp is presenting their business model in the Mobility Solution Center, in which the focus lies on technologies and services for business clients such as carsharing/mobility, fleet management technologies and services.
The New Mobility World, aiming to enable future mobility, also presents a startup zone, in which our two CODE_n alumni has.to.be and parkpocket are stationed. The startup world is particularly intending to bridge the gap between innovation and tradition in the mobility sector.
CODE_n alumnus parkpocket – constantly driving their business
It’s in the mentioned startup area, where we met Stefan Bader (CEO of parkpocket) after his panel discussion with other young entrepreneurs. We talked to him about the IAA, new developments within his company and further ambitions for the rest of this year:
Stefan, give us an impression of the IAA – especially from a mobility startup perspective?
Stefan: Being part of the IAA for the first time has been a great experience so far. This year the IAA gives startups a platform in the New Mobility World, a new concept creating a different vibe compared to the massive stands of the big automotive companies. For us as mobility startup it is important to have exposure here on the IAA since nearly all our relevant B2B customers are present. But also in terms of exploring new ideas and finding potential partners the IAA is a huge opportunity for us.
Speaking of great opportunities: I’m sure you’ve been more than busy in the last couple of months since CODE_n15 ended. Give us an update of what has happened for your startup and what is yet to come?
Stefan: You are right; the last months were super busy! After CeBIT we went to product development mode and worked very hard on a new app that will be available this fall for iOS and Android in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. After the great success of the BETA Version of our parkpocket App, we spend a lot of time to further develop and improve our service by adding new features, improving the performance and usability. We also developed several data quality assurance mechanisms being able to provide the highest data quality available on the market to our users and B2B customers.
You recently launched a new website. Has this anything to do with the new product details?
Stefan: Right, we´ve launched a new website just for the IAA already leaking some information and insights of our new app. However, if somebody wants more information or watch a video demo presenting the the new app, we are happy to welcome you to our booth at the IAA 2015 in Hall 3.1 in the Startup Zone.
It was a pleasure seeing you once again – best of luck from the whole CODE_n team!


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Porsche Centre Saskatchewan announces the unveiling of two unique and exceptional Porsche 918 Spyders at its Saskatoon facility. The only two, period correct* cars of their kind in the world, these 918’s were factory-built and exclusively customized with approval of both Dr. Ing. h.c.F. Porsche AG and an historic Porsche racing partner.
The event will be held at Porsche Centre Saskatchewan, 335 Brand Road Saskatoon on Thursday August 27, 2015, commencing at 6 pm with the reveal at 7 pm CST. Speakers will include Porsche Centre Saskatchewan President/CEO Vaughn Wyant and Porsche Cars Canada’s Director of Sales, Trevor Arthur.
Following its 2013 debut at the Frankfurt International Autoshow, the 918 Spyder captured the worldwide press with its designer, innovative plug-in hybrid concept and super sports car performance. It shattered the Nurburgring Nordschleife lap record by an astonishing 14 seconds, posting a 6 minute 57 second run. With V8 and hybrid system combined, the 918 has a total output of 887 hp.
“The concept for these commissioned cars began years ago and we are extremely proud and excited that they are truly the only two of their kind,” states Wyant. “Our passion for the brand, and for the 918 in particular, has made the extremely long journey worthwhile and we are pleased to announce that one of these cars will be for sale to the ardent and discerning driving enthusiast who wants to own a truly spectacular, one-only sports car”
* ‘Period correct’ refers to paint colours/finishes/details of an iconic Porsche racing predecessor. A similar car may exist but will not be as meticulously exacting as the two cars unveiled by Porsche Centre Saskatchewan.
For more information, interviews or to attend this exclusive event, please contact:
Bruce Duguay or Vaughn Wyant
Porsche Centre Saskatchewan
306-986-7000 (Bruce) or 306-221-8000 (Vaughn)


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AMSilk relocates from IZB to larger premises with plans to scale-up its production of sustainable material solutions
By moving into purpose-built office space, the company launches the next stage in its journey to provide bioengineered silk materials globally.
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AMSilk to relocate their offices in order to support future expansion plans.
“AMSilk is focused on breaking down limitations and boundaries by providing bio-bettering solutions on an industrial scale, improving products and creating a positive impact on the environment across various industries.”
Chief Executive Officer at AMSilk,
AMSilk GmbH, a world leader in supplying innovative high-performance bio-based silk materials, announced in October its relocation to a new biotech lab and office space covering more than 2000 m2 on the recently constructed Campus Neuried in Munich, Germany, to support its expansion into production networks outside of Europe.
The new Company offices at Campus Neuried, which began development in August 2019, have been purpose built to suit the individual needs and requirements of AMSilk. At more than 2000 m2, its new office space is triple the size of its previous residence at IZB, supporting the Company’s next phase of development as it aims to scale-up production, reaching several thousand tons per year within the next 3 to 5 years.
AMSilk places sustainability and performance at the heart of its vision with an environmentally friendly manufacturing process. Its innovative and scalable biotechnological platform can provide large quantities of premium biofabricated silk materials of a constant quality.
As demand for decarbonisation across industries increases, biofabrication has been widely established as the solution to sustainable materials for the future. Being vegan, completely biodegradable, produced only with renewable plant-based raw materials and microplastic free, AMSilk’s fibers can influence a positive change.
Ulrich Scherbel, Chief Executive Officer at AMSilk, said: “AMSilk is focused on breaking down limitations and boundaries by providing bio-bettering solutions on an industrial scale, improving products and creating a positive impact on the environment across various industries. The move to our new offices, with improved technological equipment, a unique proximity to the enlarged laboratory and specially designed pilot plants, enable the growing team of leading experts and top industry professionals to satisfy customer needs faster and better.”
Dr. Wolfgang Colberg, Chairman and Industrial Partner of AMSilk’s Advisory Board, added: “AMSilk has made some strong developments this year towards scaling up its production to several thousand tons for existing clients within Europe and new clients outside of Europe. Its move to these unique new offices will enable AMSilk to keep up with the demand we foresee increasing over the next few years, as it aims to make smart performing biotech materials part of everyday life and make a significant contribution to a zero-waste society.”
In November, AMSilk also announced that it was invited to participate at the VISION 2045 Summit, which took place in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, from 7-9 November. The summit brought together industry leaders and pioneers to discuss the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. With its focus on sustainability, the VISION 2045 Summit aims to positively impact the future of our planet through a series of groundbreaking panel discussions in the political, economic and social areas.
AMSilk participated in the Summit’s ‘Commerce and Industry: What’s Next?’ panel, where Chief Executive Officer, Ulrich Scherbel interacted with other industry leaders, including MFL and Progress Werk Oberkirch, as well as UN Representatives whose goal is to strengthen global trade relationships and partnerships in the industry to build high-quality, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure and promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization.
Supplying high-performance biopolymers
AMSilk GmbH is the world’s first industrial supplier of vegan silk biopolymers. AMSilk’s high-performance biopolymers have the unique functional properties of the natural product they are based on. AMSilk offers its innovative range of high-performance Biosteel® fibers for textiles and industrial applications worldwide and has announced collaborations and partnerships with world leading brands. The organic high-performance material can be used in multiple ways and is suited for medical devices as well as for personal care products. AMSilk biopolymers give such products unique properties. Among other things, the polymers are biocompatible, safe and robust. AMSilk invites you to discover more at www.amsilk.com.


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San Francisco: Apple has officially announced its first special event of the year on Tuesday which will focus on the introduction of a third-generation iPhone SE, a refreshed iPad Air, and new Silicon-powered Macs.
The event will be pre-recorded and will be streamed on Apple’s website and YouTube.
The tech giant has a large raft of rumoured products set to launch throughout 2022. While some are expected to arrive later in the year, such as the usual fall “iPhone 14” refresh, there’s a collection of products that could appear at this earlier event.
The main focus will probably be on the iPhone SE, with a third-generation device expected to pack 5G connectivity for the first time.
The upcoming iPhone will come in 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB storage options and three colours – white, black, and red.
Some rumours point to it consisting of a specifications bump while having the same design as the second-generation model, complete with a 4.7-inch display and Touch ID.
The iPad Air 5 is also said to be a potential candidate for the event, with speculation putting it as having similar feature upgrades as the iPad mini 6, including an upgrade to the A15 Bionic.
5G connectivity and an upgrade to the FaceTime HD camera to a 12MP ultra-wide version with Center Stage support have also been touted.


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2 Marijuana Stocks Investors Are Keeping An Eye On
Right now marijuana stocks are a hot topic of discussion for those looking to get involved in the cannabis industry. The big focus on marijuana investing is centered around the U.S. cannabis industry. This is because of all the legislation that is being created for better cannabis laws in the United States. Recently a report came out stating that the U.S. cannabis industry has reached over $17 billion in legal cannabis sales with a 5-year projection of $35 billion.
The fact that half that amount was made in a short time means it’s possible to see even more revenue in a shorter period. This has caused a great deal of speculation for investors which has led to more volatile trading. Because of how volatile cannabis stocks are finding good entry points can be a bit easier than in other sectors. With stock prices fluctuating at a fast rate it gives investors a chance to see gains in a shorter time.
However, with how fast the industry is growing there are new cannabis companies that are still developing that may be a better long-term investment. Like anything, you invest your money into it’s all about time patience, and understanding. For example, you need to educate yourself on how to trade marijuana stocks. This so you can have a better understanding of the market.
Next, you need to put time into learning about each cannabis company do your due diligence to limit the amount of risk with investing in a company. Last is being patient and waiting for the right time to buy and sell. There is still a great amount of growth left to be seen in the cannabis industry. The cannabis stocks below are examples of possible cannabis companies that may start to pick up in trading.
Marijuana Stocks To Watch
Trulieve Cannabis Corp.
Marijuana stock t watch Trulieve Cannabis Corp. is the dominant player in the Florida cannabis market. In fact, they were the first company to be awarded a cannabis license in the state. Since then the company has been growing and expanding its footing in the Florida cannabis market. In recent news, the company released its Q4 2020 results and 2021 guidance. Some of the Q4 highlights are the company achieved revenues of $521.5 million, representing year-over-year growth of 106%.
As well as Record fourth-quarter revenues of $168.4 million, a 24% sequential increase. Also, the company was able to see a 2020 Adjusted EBITDA of $251.0 million, representing year-over-year growth of 99%. Not to mention an adjusted EBITDA of $78.2 million in Q4. Which was an increase of 19% from the third quarter. Another thing to note is Truelieve delivered $99.6 million in cash flows from operations for the year.
“2020 was a year of foundational growth that sets the stage for what we expect will be an exciting and transformational year of national expansion. We had an excellent fourth quarter with strong financial performance capping off our highest annual revenue, net income, and Adjusted EBITDA year to date. Our results reflect the outstanding work we’ve accomplished as a company and our focus on continuous improvement. Our full-year Adjusted EBITDA in 2020 was nearly equal to our prior year revenue,” stated Kim Rivers, Trulieve CEO.
Final Thoughts On TCNNF Stock And Market Performance
Right now Trulieve is setting its self up for the future of the industry. With political changes happening in regards to cannabis legislation the company is working on being able to adapt to any new laws that are in place. In the last year, TCNNF stock has had performed well in the market with an over 500 percent increase in the last year of trading.
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Curaleaf Holdings, Inc.
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. is one of the few marijuana stocks that some analysts believe to be a better long-term investment. Part of this long-term belief is based on the company still working on reaching its full capability as a business. Some investors feel that there is much growth left to be seen even as the company has been progressing in the cannabis industry.
Back on March 15th, the company announced that Mr. Carlos Madrazo has been appointed to the role of Senior Vice President of Investor Relations and Capital Markets. This is a new position for the company that they feel will add more value to the global cannabis and consumer packaged goods markets.
“We are truly excited to welcome Carlos to the Curaleaf team as we continue our expansion into new markets domestically as well as internationally following our recently announced agreement to acquire EMMAC Life Sciences Limited, the largest vertically integrated independent cannabis company in Europe,” said Joseph Bayern, Chief Executive Officer of Curaleaf. ”
Overall the Curaleaf is working on growing and expanding in the cannabis industry. The company is making sure its business is being run by the right people. With the right staff working, the operation adapting to changes can be a simpler task to complete. In the last year of trading, CURLF has been fighting its way past volatility to reach new market levels. In this time CURLF stock has increased 400 percent in the last year of trading. As things pick up in 2021 CURLF has certainly piqued the interest of more investors.


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SIE Bend Studio’s upcoming open world title continues to look sharp.
SIE Bend Studios’ open world title, Days Gone, inches ever closer to its release, and we continue to get more and more details on what to expect from the game as it does so. The developers have now sent out a new batch of screenshots to give us a look at what the game is looking like right now, visually speaking, and the results are quite impressive.
The images, captured on a PS4 Pro, show the game’s world, Deacon’s bike, and the harsh environments we’ll be traversing in quite a bit of detail, and it’s clear to see that there’s been some visual upgrades over what we saw of the game a few months back. If these images are representative of what we can expect from the game when it launches, there’s certainly cause for excitement. Take a look below.
Days Gone launches in just a little over a month, on April 26, exclusively for the PS4, having recently wrapped up development. The developers have also confirmed that the game will be receiving DLC after launch- read more about that through here.


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"At least I’m dressed for spreading some cheer and good will."
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The fashion designer is making history.
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According to a report published by GeekWire, which managed to obtain a copy of a marketing flier circulated by the company, Amazon is seeking to sublet 30 floors of office space in a new building in Rainer Square - which is still under construction.
A marketing flier obtained by GeekWire confirms that the tech giant is seeking new tenants for its office space in Rainier Square, a building under construction that will one day be the city's second-tallest skyscraper. Amazon had leased all 30 floors of office space in the building. After weeks of rumors, the listing was made official over the weekend, according to real estate brokers familiar with the marketing efforts. Amazon will make all of the office space it leased in Rainier Square available to other companies.
Amazon's decision to pull out of the tower, which comes after the Seattle City Council backed down from plans to impose a new headcount tax - intended to provide more resources for homelessness - after the company threatened not to move into Rainer Square, is "emblematic" of the company's "uncertain future" in its hometown.
Now, it appears Amazon is making good on that threat, despite having beat back the tax.


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Every year, Google has been part of the fanfare when it comes to charging up a ton of April Fools Day Jokes. This year, there is been a dark cloud hanging over the world, hence Google has decided to ditch April Fools Day out of respect to those battling the pandemic in its many forms.
One of their most memorable April Fools Day gags was Gmail Paper, which would have allowed users to send their email via standard post — on “94% post-consumer organic soybean sputum,” with sputum being the mucus you cough up when making a phlegm bomb.
According to a leaked memo obtained by Business Insider, there once again will not be a Google April Fools’ Day prank this year. This is now the second year in a row and only the second time since 2004 that Google has not participated in the tradition.
Google later confirmed the authenticity of that memo. In the letter to Google employees, Google VP Marvin Chow has this to say:
Throughout the past year, I have been so inspired by how helpful our products, programs, and people have been during humanity’s toughest times. We’ve done it with sensitivity and empathy, reflecting the range of challenging experiences so many are experiencing globally. As you will remember, last year we made the decision to pause our longstanding Google tradition of celebrating April Fools’ Day, out of respect for all those fighting COVID-19. With much of the world still grappling with serious challenges, we feel we should again pause the jokes for April Fools’ Day this year. Like we did last year, we should continue to find appropriate ways to bring moments of joy to our users throughout the year.
Added additional confirmation from Google.
“In 2020, we made the decision to pause our longstanding Google tradition of celebrating April Fools’ Day, out of respect for all those fighting COVID-19. With much of the world still grappling with serious challenges, we will again pause the jokes for April Fools’ Day in 2021,”


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Tata Groups fertiliser maker Rallis India said on Monday that it has acquired a 51% stake in Maharashtra-based organic manure maker Zero Waste Agri Organics. The all-cash acquisition was made for R29 crore, all raised via internal accruals, the companys MD and CEO, V Shankar said. Rallis also announced its financial results for the fourth quarter ended March 31. The consolidated net profit for the quarter slipped 52% as to R9 crore from R19 crore as the company sold less fertilisers.
Binani Industries loss widens to R165 cr in FY12
Widening its losses, Binani Industries has recorded R164.88 crore loss in fiscal 2012. The loss stood at R45.43 crore in the previous fiscal. The companys income from operations, however, increased to R3,069.37 crore in FY12 from R2,427.23 crore in FY11, a BSE filing showed. For the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2012, net profit of the company stood at R12.15 crore in the final quarter of last fiscal against a loss of R11.41 crore in the year-ago period.
Coromandel International net profit down 8%
Fertiliser producer Coromandel International on Monday reported a decline of almost 8% in its consolidated net profit at R638.79 crore for the 2011-12 fiscal due to rise in input costs. The company had posted a net profit of R693.67 crore in the 2010-11 financial year, it said in a filing to the BSE. The total expenditure of the farm input major increased by 34% to R8,906.83 crore in the last fiscal from R6,645.78 crore in 2010-11.
Suzlon gets Europe order for 276 MW turbines
Wind power major Suzlon Group on Monday said it received orders for supplying 276 MW capacity turbines across Europe in the past two months. Suzlon Group subsidiary, REpower Systems on Monday announced cumulative orders of approximately 276 MW across Europe over a two-month period, excluding orders announced separately, the company informed the BSE. These cover various orders secured between February 11 and April 15, 2012 across Italy, France, Germany, Poland and the UK.
EdServ inks pact with Amazon stores
EdServ has tied up with global online retailer Amazon.com to promote the education companys apps 2tion Plus on Amazon stores. The education company has to undergo stringent global test to meet the global retailers quality standards to get listed on Amazon app stores. Through this tie up, EdServ 2tion Plus education content will be available worldwide on Android tablet PC. While downloading and installing 2tionplus is free, users will have to pay a fee for the premium content on Edservs Lampsglow.com.
Rashtriya Ispat Nigam now a public limited co
Rashtriya Ispat Nigam (RINL), a government of India undertaking and a Navratna company, has become a public limited company. RINL was fully-owned by President of India and was registered as a private company as per Companies Act 1956 recently. Having received approval in the recent EGM, the shareholders have approved its conversion to a public limited company, a release said.
Dharmakrishnan is CEO of Madras Cements
Madras Cements has informed the stock exchanges that AV Dharmakrishnan, currently the executive director, has been designated as CEO of the company with effect from April 1. He will be responsible for the overall operations of the company.


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Here’s some sweet news for those who love the bitter taste of coffee: According to a new study, drinking three to four cups a day can slash the risk of Type 2 diabetes by 25 percent. That’s compared with drinking no coffee or less than two cups a day.
And it doesn’t have to be caffeinated coffee, either. “A recent meta-analysis suggested that consumption of both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee is associated with a lower risk of Type 2 diabetes,” the study says.
The research was performed by the Institute for Scientific Information on Coffee — a nonprofit organization made up of seven of the major European coffee companies — and published Nov. 14. According to the group, each cup of coffee lowers your risk of Type 2 diabetes by 7 to 8 percent.
What might account for that effect? “Research has found that coffee consumption is associated with lower C-peptide, especially in the overweight or obese, with higher levels of adiponectin [a hormone that increases insulin sensitivity] and with lower levers of inflammatory markers,” the scientists write in their report, adding, “Coffee consumption could play a distinct role in glucose metabolism.”
Nearly 400 million people worldwide have diabetes. “Once a disease of old age, Type 2 diabetes is now increasingly affecting younger people, and the highest increase is in the 30- to 40-year-old age group,” according to the report.
Other studies have found that moderate coffee consumption might help prevent breast, prostate, oral and pancreatic cancer, basal cell carcinoma, liver disease and Alzheimer's disease.
Even better: The study says that “a dose-dependent, inverse association between both coffee drinking and total mortality has been demonstrated in the general population, as well as among diabetics.” Translation: Coffee drinkers live longer.
Take that, tea!
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