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Batelco launches SimSim promotion
Manama, February 3, 2013
Batelco, a leading mobile services provider in Bahrain, is offering its SimSim customers the opportunity to get double credit while refilling their accounts.
According to the scheme, refilling with BD4 ($10.53) will get BD8 credit, BD5 will get BD10 credit and BD10 will get BD20 credit on the account, a company statement said.
The bonus credit can be used to make local calls for all networks and to send both local and international text messages.
The bonus credit, which is valid for 10, 14 and 21 days respectively depending on the refill amount, will be automatically used before the basic credit, the statement said.
“We presented similar offers during 2012 which proved to be so successful and well received by our customers that we decided to develop this new offer,” said Batelco Group general manager Media Relations Ahmed Al Janahi.
The offer is valid until February 24. – TradeArabia News Service
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Popular Canadian fast-casual chain Freshii Inc. plans to open six new restaurants in New Jersey.
In a Nov. 9 press release, the company announced it entered into a new franchise agreement with brothers Greg Lahr and Ryan Lahr to develop the locations over the next five years.
The deal will bring the brothers’ total Freshii restaurants, both open and under development, to eight, including a flagship location debuting this winter across from the Prudential Center in Newark.
Freshii – which is known for combining fresh, healthy ingredients to create bowls, burritos, wraps, salads, smoothies and juices – has restaurants in New Brunswick, Morris Plains and Middletown.
“We opened our first Freshii restaurant in 2019, and since then have watched as the brand has developed its omnichannel presence while continuing to bring its leading better-for-your QSR offerings to customers. Our relationship with the Freshii team has convinced us that we can do more together as we take these steps to further build out the New Jersey market,” Greg Lahr said.
“Freshii’s support for its franchise system, including over the past few years of pandemic challenges, has been incredibly important to our operations. Its evolving technology and continued menu innovation have allowed us to meet the needs of today’s health and wellness focused customers, and we are confident will continue to do so as we expand,” added Ryan Lahr.
Founded in 2005, Freshii has grown to 331 franchised restaurants across North America, expanded its consumer-packaged goods lineup across hundreds of retailers and added e-commerce platform Natura Market to its business lines.
Adam Corrin, Freshii’s chief growth officer, said, “We’re very excited to expand our presence in New Jersey. We believe that developing these new restaurants presents a great opportunity to bring Freshii offerings to a large customer base and to strengthen the Freshii brand in the northeast United States.”
“Greg and Ryan are proven operators and dedicated Freshii franchisees. With their deep knowledge of the Freshii system and the New Jersey market, we are confident in their ability to take on this multi-unit business, and are excited to take this next step with both of them,” Corrin added.


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Passenger car registrations: ‐4.6% in January 2019
Brussels, 15 February 2019 – In January 2019, the European passenger car market saw a slow start to the year, posting a 4.6% decline compared to one year ago.
In January 2019, the European passenger car market saw a slow start to the year, posting a 4.6% decline compared to one year ago. Nevertheless, with nearly 1.2 million units registered in total, this still represents the second‐highest January volume on record since 2009.
Demand for new cars fell across almost the entire European Union, including the EU’s five major markets. Spain and Italy posted the strongest declines (down 8.0% and 7.5% respectively), while percentage drops were more modest in the United Kingdom (‐1.6%), Germany (‐1.4%) and France (‐1.1%).
- The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) represents the 14 major Europe-based car, van, truck and bus makers: BMW Group, DAF Trucks, Daimler Truck, Ferrari, Ford of Europe, Honda Motor Europe, Hyundai Motor Europe, Iveco Group, Jaguar Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, Renault Group, Toyota Motor Europe, Volkswagen Group, and Volvo Group.
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About the EU automobile industry
- 13.0 million Europeans work in the automotive sector
- 11.5% of all manufacturing jobs in the EU
- €374.6 billion in tax revenue for European governments
- €101.9 billion trade surplus for the European Union
- Over 7% of EU GDP generated by the auto industry
- €59.1 billion in R&D spending annually, 31% of EU total


text: A London polish brand named nails inc. has created a leather effect nail polish that is performed magnetically. This nail polish was made popular by British model and TV host Alexa Chung. Texture nail polish is a huge trend and has been seen with velvet, caviar-like beads, and now leather. The kit also comes with a blinged out skull to put as a jewel on your nail. It comes in three colors tan, black and mulberry. This polish will soon be available in the United States.


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Our oceans are in crisis. From overfishing to pollution, our actions have jeopardized the vital benefits we receive from the oceans. Scientists agree we are on a trajectory toward collapse in many of the world’s fisheries if we do not act now. How can we restore balance in the seas? Shaping up the seafood retail … Continue reading Costco is Taking Action to Redefine the Seafood Retail Industry
Today, Greenpeace, Marine Conservation Institute and Mission Blue (Sylvia Earle Alliance) launched an ad campaign in Seattle targeting the seafood industry and urging protection of Alaska’s Bering Sea canyons. The campaign, which includes billboards and posters throughout the city, as well as online ads, calls upon Costco, Target and Albertsons – a group representing major … Continue reading Ocean Advocates Call upon Supermarkets to Help Restore Balance to Alaska’s Bering Sea
Marine Conservation Institute, a leader in protecting marine biodiversity, is hosting an all-day workshop with 19 top marine scientists today to discuss criteria for the Global Ocean Refuge System (GLORES). The workshop is being held in Glasgow, Scotland, a day before the 3rd annual International Marine Conservation Congress (IMCC3) takes place there. Dr. Elliott Norse, … Continue reading Scientists Gather at International Marine Conservation Congress to Develop Global Ocean Refuge System Criteria
Where do McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish Sandwiches Come From? Reposted from Greenpeace Blogs Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski is asking McDonald’s to stand down on an issue that could impact the long term availability of one of its signature products — the Filet-O-Fish sandwich. Yesterday, Senator Murkowski asked McDonald’s to ignore environmental groups who are calling for important and long-overdue … Continue reading Where do McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish Sandwiches Come From?


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It was the moment the world had been waiting for... as the iPad revolution finally began yesterday.
Thousands of delirious fans got their hands on Apple's spectacular new touchscreen gadget after queuing for hours outside shops across the globe.
Stephen Fry was among the crowds backed up around the block at the firm's London store waiting for it to open at 8am.
Staff chanted "iPad, iPad" as they unlocked the doors and the throng poured in.
When the delighted comic emerged with his shiny device in hand, he declared: "I'm going to go home and stroke it.
"That's how it works, it's a touchscreen, it's there to be stroked. It's been the most extraordinary atmosphere here. Like a religious revival or cult festival."
Around 500 people flocked to the store to grab a slice of history. At the head of the queue was Jake Lee, from Essex, who arrived on Thursday to grab pole position. The 17-year-old said: "I couldn't sleep, I am so excited. I had to have it."
Jake planned to buy the £499 32GB version but his dad gave him an extra £100 for the 64GB model for being first in the queue.
There were similar frantic scenes around the world as the device went on sale in Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Japan and Australia.
The iPad ranges in price from £429 to £699. Features include an eBook reader, YouTube channel and video player.
It went on sale in the US a month ago and it is estimated Apple is selling more than 200,000 devices a month.


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ETHIOPIA – Ethiopia’s oil seeds production i.e., sesame seed, Niger seed, and soybeans in marketing year 2020/21 (October to September) is estimated to reach 705,000 metric tons, slightly down by 0.3 percent over previous year.
The production quantities of Niger seed and soybean during the period under review are estimated to increase by 2 and 14 percent, respectively, over last year’s level reaching 300,00 metric tons (MT) for Niger seed and 150,000 MT for Soybean.
Expansion in planted acreage and improved yield due to good weather conditions are set to propel the upward production levels, according to a GAIN report prepared by USDA Foreign Agricultural Services.
On the other hand, sesame seed production is estimated to decline by nearly 9 percent over the previous year to 255,000 MT due to a reduction in crop area and planting of alternative crops mainly sorghum to enhance food security.
Ethiopia’s oilseed sector plays an important role in generating foreign exchange earnings and supporting the livelihoods of market actors across the value chain.
Oilseed crops are the third largest foreign exchange earners, next to coffee and cut flowers, contributing nearly 17 percent of Ethiopia’s agricultural exports.
In the 2019/20 marketing year (October to September), exports of sesame, Niger seed, and soybeans generated US$376 million in foreign exchange earnings.
A survey report of Central Statistics Agency (CSA) shows close to 1.4 million farmers produce oilseed crops in the country.
Local oil seeds consumption to rise in future
Despite Sesame seed being one of the most widely produced oilseed crop, representing 30 percent of Ethiopia’s oilseed production, its consumption is projected at 57,000 MT, down 4,000 MT over the previous year.
While for Niger seeds, the post forecasts consumption to reach 288,000 MT, up roughly by 10,000 MT from the preceding year due to increased domestic demand for cooking oil.
Soybean consumption is projected to reach 64,000 MT and expected to continue its upward climb as consumers demand more soy-based edible oil and as the poultry sector demands more soybean meal.
Looking ahead, overall oilseeds production and local demand is set to increase following the inauguration of Integrated Agro-Industrial Parks and entry of large-scale edible oil complexes in the market.
To this end sesame seed exports are forecast to reach 213,000 MT in MY 2020/21, declining slightly by 1,000 MT and Niger seed exports to remain unchanged at 12,000 MT.
For soybean exports are forecasts at 86,000 MT, up by 10,000 MT from the previous year’s export levels.
However, the crop’s exports could still face stiff competition from the local food processing industry, which has witnessed a rising demand for soybeans.
Cooking oil imports to decline in the long-term
With the rise in investment in local edible oil production, cooking oil imports are set to decline in the future, but in the short-term the country will still rely on imports as it builds capacity.
A new edible oil industrial complex began operations recently that could ultimately meet 60 percent of the country’s demand for cooking oils.
Furthermore, several other edible oil complexes are expected to commence productions by end of this year.
In the MY 2020/21, edible oils production is forecast at 63,000 MT against consumption of 630,000 MT, of which 90 percent will be imported.
In fiscal year 2019/20 (July to June), Ethiopia imported palm oil, sunflower oil, and soybeans oil valued at nearly US$283 million.
Of this imported edible oil, about 71 percent by value was palm oil, followed by sunflower oil (27 percent) and soybean oil (1 percent).
Ethiopia imports palm oil mostly from Indonesia (48 percent) and Malaysia (36 percent). On the other hand, the largest suppliers of sunflower oil to the Ethiopian market are Turkey (58 percent) and Ukraine (21%) while the leading suppliers of soybean oil are Ukraine and China (market shares of 33 and 26 percent, respectively).
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Many have reported today that Sprint has responded to our reporting, wherein they claim that the LG Rumor was not halted (in sales) due to an issue with the phone. Rather, Sprint argues that the shortage of LG Rumors is due to the phone being “too popular to meet demand.”
PhoneNews.com stands behind its original reporting, and will clarify the matter. In a statement issued to reporters yesterday and today, Sprint did not directly confirm or deny the issue present with the LG Rumor. They simply argued that the phone was “too popular” rather than “bearing a known issue”.
Internal memos, provided to us from sources in Sprint, confirmed to us that Sprint did indeed halt orders due to the issue. Worse, Sprint has yet to correct the issue (by releasing the update to customers as a firmware over-the-air update). These are facts and we will post documents to prove this if they are disputed further.
Following today’s statement, we contacted Sprint and asked them flatly to address the issue regarding the rumor that prompted our previous article. Sprint did indeed (and finally) confirmed the issue. Furthermore, they confirmed that a software update had been approved to fix the issue, however it is unclear when it will be issued, if it is not already imminent.
It is unfortunate that so many in the media got the original story right, but the follow-up wrong. However, we stand by our sources and their documents which clearly confirm to us that the LG Rumor was halted in shipments due to this issue.


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Reddit stocks: what meme stocks are trending?
Joshua Warner October 27, 2021 6:44 AM
Reddit has become a hub for social-media driven traders and investors that have proven their ability to move the markets, injecting huge volatility into stocks like GameStop and AMC. But what stocks are grabbing attention on Reddit today?
Top Reddit stocks to watch
Below is a list of the top 10 most mentioned US stocks on the WallStreetBets thread on Reddit over the last 24 hours on October 27, 2021, according to data from Quiver Quantitative. Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have been excluded.
- Advanced Micro Devices
- Digital World Acquisition Corp
Tesla shares failed to push higher yesterday after soaring on Monday on news that Hertz has ordered 100,000 Model 3s, with reports suggesting the firm will pay full price to make the deal worth around $4.2 billion in total. Tesla has gained over $100 billion in value as a result and is worth just over $1 trillion before markets open today. Yesterday, we saw CEO Elon Musk reignite hopes that its new German plant will be up and running before the end of 2021 by tweeting that Tesla will soon be a German car manufacturer, adding that he believes other German carmakers will rebound strongly. There was also news that Tesla has raised prices in China. Citigroup raised its target price on Tesla to $137 from $117 this morning, demonstrating that some strongly disagree with Tesla’s sky-high valuation with shares currently trading at over $1,000 each. Tesla is currently worth more than the next nine largest carmakers combined, with investors continuing to slap a huge premium on the company thanks to its tech-led approach and its first-mover advantage. The 40 brokers that cover the stock have an average target price of $776.56, showing there are wildly different views on the stock’s valuation.
AMD shares are in play after it published third quarter earnings after the markets closed yesterday, reporting a record quarter thanks to strong demand from the computing and graphics segments and better margins. Demand from businesses also remained strong. Revenue rose 54% year-on-year to $4.31 billion and net income more than doubled to $923 million from $390 million. That was better than the $4.11 billion in revenue and $739.5 million in profit expected by Wall Street. EPS also jumped to $0.75 from $0.32 and came in well ahead of the $0.60 forecast by analysts. AMD said it expects fourth quarter revenue of $4.5 billion, which would be up around 39% from the year before and was better than the $4.25 billion pencilled in by analysts. It said annual revenue should grow by around 65%, up from its previous target of 60%. A number of brokers raised their target price on AMD after the impressive earnings and outlook. Still, the average target price of $127.64 implies there is only 2.8% potential upside from the current share price, which sits at fresh all-time highs before the bell today.
AMD’s results also set a buoyant tone for peer NVIDIA, which is scheduled to publish third quarter earnings next month. The stock also trades at all-time highs before the opening bell today, having rallied this week on news that Facebook is ramping-up spending on its data centres and other technology infrastructure. That is expected to provide a boost to NVIDIA, which is known for its graphics processing units (GPUs) used in data centres and computers.
Facebook shares sank over 4% yesterday to close at their lowest level since May, as the company remains in defensive mode following a slew of negative press in recent weeks ranging from outages to the regulatory pressure building amid the fallout from whistle blower Frances Haugen’s testimonies to politicians in both the US and the UK. Facebook beat earnings expectations in the third quarter when it released results earlier this week but its outlook disappointed as targeting adverts becomes more difficult thanks to changes to Apple’s operating system and cutbacks in ad spending by businesses struggling to cope with the pressure being applied to supply chains. Attention has now turned to tomorrow, when Facebook is expected to unveil a new name as it embarks on its mission to build a metaverse.
Digital World Acquisition Corp (DWAC) shares plunged by almost one-third yesterday, building on the 31% fall experienced on Monday. The stock still trades 493% higher than it did a week ago after unveiling its plans to merge with a company chaired by former US president Donald Trump. The SPAC has agreed to merge with Trump Media & Technology Group, which has a mission to ‘create a rival to the liberal media consortium and fight back against the ‘Big Tech’ companies of Silicon Valley, which have used their unilateral power to silence opposing voices in America.’ At the centre of the plans is a new social network that will be named ‘TRUTH Social’, which is set to be rolled out nationally in the US during the first quarter of 2022. Iceberg Research tweeted on Monday that it was short on DWAC, stating that it only sees risks for investors in the near future now that the initial excitement surrounding the stock has passed. Iceberg Research believes the soaring valuation of the SPAC before the actual deal is completed gives Trump better leverage that he could use at the expense of SPAC investors. Reuters reported yesterday that Trump’s stake in the venture is expected to be shielded even if the company faces a ‘material disruptive event’, which could include any potential plans by Trump to run again for the presidency.
Ocugen shares initially rallied higher yesterday but plunged in later trade to close down over 17% after the World Health Organisation delayed its decision on whether to approve the coronavirus vaccine developed by its partner, Bharat Biotech, asking for more information from the company.
Robinhood shares are expected to head lower today following reports the stock fell below its IPO price in after-hours trading yesterday on the back of a weaker-than-expected set of earnings caused by a slowdown in crypto trading. The trading platform, which has become a favourite among retail traders thanks to its simplicity and pricing, said crypto trading slowed in the third quarter after experiencing record volumes in the second. Crypto revenue was up 860% year-on-year but 78% below the second quarter. Equities trading also slowed and was down 27% from last year. The slowdown has continued into the current quarter. Overall, revenue was up 35% to $365 million, which was way below the $431.4 million forecast by analysts.
GameStop has continued to keep quiet on its new strategy since the board was overhauled earlier this year, but investors have been discussing the firm’s plans after spotting a number of job adverts relating to cryptocurrencies, NFTs and web-based gaming.
Microsoft shares rose in extended trade yesterday after beating expectations in the fourth quarter of its financial year thanks to strong demand for its cloud-computing service. Revenue rose 22% year-on-year to $45.3 billion and net income surged 48% to $20.5 billion. That was much better than the $43.97 billion in revenue and profit of $15.70 billion expected by Wall Street. EPS rose to $2.71 from $1.82 and also smashed the $2.07 forecast. Revenue from Azure was up 48%, which was slightly better than expected and, more importantly, faster than the 45% growth reported by Google’s cloud division yesterday. Demand for the likes of LinkedIn and Teams remained strong, although supply chain problems are still constraining growth for its Xbox gaming division and sales of Surface computers. Microsoft said it is aiming for revenue of around $18.23 billion in the first quarter, which was better than the $17.84 billion pencilled in by analysts.
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The Reddit frenzy
Retail investors realised their potential power in early January 2021 when a loosely-coordinated strategy was formed on Reddit’s WallStreetBets chatroom to buy shares and out-of-money call options on stocks that were being targeted by short-sellers to push the price higher. The idea was to create a short-squeeze.
What is a short-squeeze?
A short-squeeze does what it says on the tin – it tries to squeeze short-sellers out of their positions. Short-sellers, mostly big institutional investors and hedge funds, bet that the price of a stock will fall but, as retail investors pile in and push the share price higher, they are forced to start buying the stock to try to limit their losses. The buying by the big players only fuels the share price higher.
David vs Goliath
The fact many of the stocks being targeted are fundamentally flawed or failing adds increased risk into an already volatile picture. GameStop is an out-of-favour retailer that sells physical video games during a time when games are mostly being bought online, while others like Blackberry are also laggards from the past.
With this in mind, it is unsurprising they were in the crosshairs of short-sellers that look for failing companies to bet against.
But why are retail investors banding together to buy shares in flawed companies? This disconnect is partly explained by a growing resentment among the smaller players in the market, which disagree with the idea of large institutions profiting from a company’s failure through short-selling practices, creating what has been described as a ‘David vs Goliath’ battle.
It is important to note that not all the most actively-discussed stocks on Reddit are struggling or being targeted by short-sellers. Many of the most mentioned stocks, like Apple, are simply popular among the community.
Reddit stocks and volatility
The stark movements in stocks like GameStop has demonstrated the power and influence that social media-driven investors and traders can have on the market, having injected severe volatility into several stocks. Volatility presents opportunities for traders, and it doesn’t get more volatile than Reddit stocks right now – even during a pandemic.
For example, we saw GameStop - the first heavily-shorted stock to be targeted by social media-driven investors - go from below $19 at the start of 2021 to a new record high of over $347 by January 27, and the share price has remained highly volatile ever since.
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If you want to gain a small appreciation for the rate of change made possible by technology in today’s world, simply look at the list below.
Nest, WhatsApp, Oculus, Beats by Dre, Dropcam, Emu, Twitch, and Mojang, the makers of Minecraft.
These are eight companies most people didn’t know about two years ago, and all have been acquired in the last 12 months for a combined $31 billion by Google, Facebook, Apple, Amazon, and Microsoft.
Beyond the common bond of being acquired by industry titans, these companies also represent the future. Everyone talks about the rate of change and innovation, but these companies personify it. The time to go from start-up to established is shorter than ever. That’s all part of the digital accelerant in the water that companies can tap into now.
However, it’s even earlier in the process that change is possible that’s worth watching. It’s the rate of speed from experiencing friction to resolving to create something, to removing it, and ultimately delivering it to market.
We all go through life on a daily basis experiencing friction – the things that slow us down, inconvenience us, and generally discourage our productivity. These happen in both our personal and professional lives. The difference is that some people go from “I never want to experience…” to “Wouldn’t it be great if…” and set out to find a way to make it happen. This is not a new phenomenon, but with Kickstarter and more accessible VC funding, the rate of innovation feels greater than ever before.
If you can imagine what would make your own world better, what would make it great is minimal resistance to make that vision come true. Look at the companies list again.
Nest, WhatsApp, Oculus, Beats by Dre, Dropcam, Emu, Twitch, and Mojang, makers of Minecraft.
In every case, you can imagine the moment when someone said “Wouldn’t it be great if…” And now, companies you had little awareness of just a few years ago are not only valued and acquired for more than $30 billion, but they are acquiring other companies and spawning the next generation of dreamers will to go from negative friction to positive change.
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The agribusiness conglomerate Archer Daniels Midland said Tuesday its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings fell 15 percent as a higher tax rate and inflated corn prices offset surging revenue.
The company said that it earned $381 million, or 58 cents a share. That compares with $446 million, or 69 cents a share, in the second quarter of 2010.
Revenue leaped 46 percent to $22.87 billion from $15.7 billion.
The results surprised Wall Street. Analysts expected a profit of 85 cents a share on revenue of $19.55 billion, according to FactSet. Shares fell about 6 percent, or $1.88, to $28.60 in regular trading on Tuesday.
The company’s operating profit improved in every unit except corn processing. The unit’s growth was hampered by significantly higher corn costs as corn futures traded in Chicago have risen about 70 percent over the last 12 months. The prices on soybeans futures were up 34 percent.
For a company like A.D.M., the volatile prices can be both good and bad. The company sells and ships grain, so it can benefit from higher prices. But it also has to buy huge quantities of grain to make processed food ingredients and additives, and higher prices eat into profit.
Oil seeds processing operating profit rose by $20 million, to $379 million. Its agricultural services segment operating profit rose by $15 million, to $193 million. At A.D.M.’s other business units, which include wheat milling, cocoa processing and shares in joint ventures, operating profit jumped by $76 million to $198 million.Continue reading the main story
A.D.M. said its taxes more than tripled to $385 million. That was attributed to some one-time items and changes in the company’s geographic focus. That more than offset an $89 million increase in operating profit. The company expects its tax rate to fall from about 50 percent in the fiscal fourth quarter to between 28 and 30 percent for fiscal 2012.
For all of fiscal 2011, ADM earned $2.03 billion, or $3.13 a share, compared with $1.93 billion, or $3 a share in fiscal 2011.
Revenue rose to $80.67 billion, from $61.68 billion the year before.
The company says that global protein meal and vegetable oil demand is continuing to grow, while industry margins remain under pressure. Export demand continues to drive strong American corn sweetener volumes, A.D.M. said, and ethanol consumption in the United States is at a high point.Continue reading the main story


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Lake Michigan College is celebrating the opening of its wine program’s new tasting room. The Lake Michigan Vintners Tasting Room is located in a store front on First Street in Baroda, and the ribbon cutting was held Friday. LMC President Dr. Trevor Kubatzke tells WSJM News it helps to better simulate the wine business for the students.
“The program is designed to teach out students the entire process,” Kubatzke said. “So, they plant the grapes, they pick the grapes, they crush the grapes, they make the wine, and they have to be at the end of the process where they sell the wine and hear from the customer.”
Kubatzke tells us that you’ll get to sample the wines made by LMC students at the new tasting room.
“Our students really are making some really good quality wines,” Kubatzke said. “There are some really good quality grapes in southwest Michigan, which is a unique climate to grow them, and I think anyone who comes to the tasting room will be impressed.”
Kubatzke tells us LMC is the only community college in the Midwest offering a wine program, and they’ve heard from wineries all over the region interested in learning more. The Lake Michigan Vintners Tasting Room in Baroda will be open Tuesdays through Sundays. You can find out more at www.LakeMichiganVintners.com.


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Long-awaited free-trade agreements with South Korea and Colombia went into effect in May, opening opportunities for Kansas City companies to see expansion in those export markets.
The treaties affect exports in Kansas and Missouri, with South Korea’s larger economy offering the biggest benefit, said Regina Heise, director of the Kansas City office of the U.S. Commerce Service.
“Kansas will definitely see a benefit on the agricultural side,” she said.
Missouri will see extensive effects in the transportation equipment sector because about 50 percent of its exports to South Korean are in that sector, she said.
The controversial free-trade agreements took more than five years to wind through Congress. Some industries pointed to potential for job creation; others said jobs would be lost as imports from the three countries increased.
The barriers to passing the FTAs were different for each nation, said Roger Hiatt, a partner at law firm Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP.
The biggest issue in Colombia was labor rights, he said.
A third trade agreement with Panama, approved by Congress in October 2011 along with the other two, does not take effect until the nation meets conditions of the agreement. FTA opponents were against doing business with Panama because of tax evasion issues and the drug trade there, Hiatt said. Issues about trade with South Korea were more business related, he said, focusing on removing systemic barriers that would let U.S. goods be competitive.
The agreements’ primary benefit is leveling the global playing field, he said.
“I think the thing with these free-trade agreements is that if you just look purely at numbers, the U.S. actually was giving much freer access to the U.S. market to these three countries than these three countries were giving to us,” Hiatt said. “Their tariffs on manufacturers were typically double or triple for their products; agricultural tariffs would likely be double there what ours are for their products.”
Linda Tiller, a partner and head of Husch Blackwell LLP’s international trade and customs group, said the firm’s clients are working under the new agreements.
The challenge for most businesses is determining which products meet the criteria for the FTAs, Tiller said. For instance, the North American Free Trade Agreement required that products originate in Mexico, the United States or Canada. Defining “originate” is difficult, particularly for manufacturers that use components in their products that were made in other countries.
“The free-trade agreements do mean more than just the relaxation or elimination of tariffs,” Tiller said. “Countries have taken measures to make sure there’s ease of doing business and to facilitate the actual trade process.”
The effect of the new treaties will be important, said Tim Loesch, a spokesman for Cargill Inc., an international producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial and industrial products and services.
“I think leaders realized it was time to level the playing field because when we sit idly by and other countries pass free-trade agreements, we are at a competitive disadvantage,” he said. “It’s limiting if you don’t have these agreements in place.”


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Supermarkets urged to bin BOGOFs
Supermarkets are under pressure to end BOGOF deals amid claims they encourage shoppers to waste food.
Pressure: Critics say BOGOF offers encourage food wastage
The Buy-One-Get-One-Free offers are increasingly used by stores claiming they want to help those on a budget.
But critics, including consumer groups and MPs, say they simply tempt people to buy food they have no hope of eating before it spoils.
Gordon Brown has already called on families to cut down on the food they throw out to help tackle rising grocery bills.
A Cabinet Office study mapping out food policy for the 21st century published yesterday found families bin a third of all food they buy.
The Prime Minister pointed to official studies showing that households throw away food worth about £420 a year, while the figure for a family home is £610.
'If we're to get food prices down, we must do more to deal with unnecessary demand by all of us doing more to cut our food waste which is costing the average household in Britain about £8 per week,' Mr Brown said.
Food campaigners said supermarkets were encouraging this type of waste.
Kath Dalmeny, policy director of food and farming alliance Sustain, said: 'Supermarkets bombard shoppers with messages to buy more and eat more. Shoppers end up buying products that they did not plan to and a lot of that food goes to waste.'
LibDem environment spokesman Steve Webb said: 'Supermarkets make it harder for householders to avoid food waste.
They refuse to stock small portions, which are essential for the growing number of one person households, and offer too many BOGOF deals on perishable goods.'
The supermarkets insist that they are simply trying to protect shoppers from rising food bills.
However, a study claims they have raked in an extra £200m in profits from higher food prices in the past two years.
Manufacturing prices rose by £3.5bn between 2005 and 2007, according to an independent study. However, the prices supermarkets then charged shoppers rose by £3.7bn.
The research on supermarket profits was carried out by analysts OC&C with The Grocer magazine. Editor Adam Leyland said: 'The numbers don't lie. There's been a lot of speculation that supermarkets have been profiteering from food price inflation. Here...is strong evidence that they have.'
The major stores said BOGOF deals were popular, particularly in tough economic times.
Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury's denied profiteering and pointed to recent price cuts as evidence that they are helping shoppers.
The boss of Morrisons, Marc Bolland, said: 'The improvement in (profit) margin over the past year is due to costcutting and extra sales.' Asda said its profit margin had fallen in recent years.
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LG V30 Plus launched in India at Rs 44,990; features Hi-Fi Quad DAC and f/1.6 aperture cameraDespite being late to the party, LG with its LG V30+ smartphone seems to be banking on its custom camera and audio offering that should help it stand out in a crowd of flagship smartphones launched this year.
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LG V30 launched in South Korea, features a 6-inch screen and the widest smartphone lens aperture yetThe LG V30 offers a 6-inch screen that is shorter and narrower than its previous flagship phone, the G6, introduced just six months ago.
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LG expected to launch V30 and V30 Plus at IFA Berlin, expect 64 GB and 128 GB storage variantsLG electronics is expected to release its next flagship smartphone, the V30 on 15 September in South Korea. Prices are expected to start at $700.
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The LG V30 will feature the world's first f/1.6 smartphone camera lens; to debut in SeptemberWith the LG V30, the company is gearing up to introduce a smartphone camera with an f/1.6 aperture that will allow in 25 percent more light than an iPhone


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"The perfect smartphone." "The world's best smartphone." "The best smartphone ever." The promise of the OnePlus One was so great that disappointment was perhaps inevitable, after the company raised hopes and expectations to somewhat unrealistic levels in the months before its launch.
The device itself is rather good by all accounts, but the company behind it has stumbled from one misstep to another - and it's not done yet. In the latest chapter of How Not to Launch 'The Perfect Phone at a Disruptive Price', OnePlus has now revealed that it is abandoning the interchangeable 'StyleSwap' covers that it previously announced, due to multiple issues.
First: the company says it has "experienced technical difficulties in mass producing the StyleSwap covers at an acceptable level of quality", highlighting the bamboo covers as being particularly problematic: "The number of Bamboo StyleSwap covers that have passed our Quality Assurance tests is much lower than we had hoped."
Second: the company acknowledges that it did a poor job in designing the covers in the first place: "Now we know that we could have designed the removal process of the back covers better; it's tricky and makes frequent switches difficult."
Third: whether as a result of bad design or quality control issues, the company says that swapping the covers "can also leave the back cover slightly creaky or loose, and it risks damage to the battery which is exposed for a short time."
For those still hoping to get their hands on a bamboo cover, OnePlus does say that it has "a small number... that have already been produced and look amazing." It plans to sell the few that it has, "and will provide explicit instructions on how to replace your cover without damaging the cover, phone or battery." The company adds that it is considering the release of "limited editions Ones which come with a Kevlar or Denim cover out of the box."
Finally, if you're not quite up to speed with the many blunders of OnePlus, here are some highlights:
- Rather than allow people to simply buy or pre-order the One, the company requires customers to have an invite to do so. To get an invite, people have to jump through hoops, such as taking part in social media activities, entering 'contests', or simply begging others who might have one.
- One such contest, called 'Ladies First', encouraged women to "draw the OnePlus logo on a piece of paper or on your hand/face/wherever", and take a photo of themselves to be posted on a thread on the company's forums to be judged. Unsurprisingly, the sexist photo contest was not well received.
- In another contest, the company encouraged people to smash up their flagship phones in the hopes of winning the chance to buy a OnePlus One. This short video should tell you all that you need to know about why that's a really, really stupid idea. Indeed, OnePlus staff may have eventually worked out for themselves how volatile smartphone batteries can be, when one of their own handsets exploded in a customer's pocket recently.
- OnePlus redesigned the regulatory European 'CE' mark - a symbol that must never be altered by manufacturers - which resulted in an entire shipment of its handsets being returned by European authorities. Rather than correct its mistake, OnePlus apparently shipped those devices directly to consumers anyway, as revealed by MoDaCo's Paul O'Brien, who later received a OnePlus One featuring the illegitimate modified CE mark.
- There are numerous reports too of various issues with OnePlus One handsets that have been shipped to customers. Chief among these is a 'yellow banding' problem with the handset's display, along with astonishing accusations that the company has been deleting complaints from users on its forums, and even banning some users who have highlighted the problem. Some have also claimed that the company has been charging up to $88 to consumers to return the phone for an exchange under warranty. Other reported issues include handsets arriving with damaged bezels, buttons missing (!) or simply not working properly, and devices being shipped without accessories in the box.
Those customers who have managed to see past all these problems, and bought a OnePlus One, will sadly have to settle for a device that doesn't feature the swappable covers that they were originally promised. "Never settle", indeed.


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When people move into a new home they tend to also buy new furniture. However, with the recession and housing market crash, not as many are out buying new couches and tables for their home. Because of this, furniture sales in Florida have decreased, leaving many furniture retailers with no other choice but to file for bankruptcy in the hopes of restructuring.
The most recent retailer to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy was Carls Furniture Inc. As of now the company has just seven locations in Florida, as two underperforming stores were already forced to close earlier this year.
According to the filing, Carls Furniture has been $1,000,001 to $10 million in liabilities, with between 200 to 999 creditors. Of the top 20 creditors, American Drew, a La-Z-Boy company, is owed $103,440, and Klaussner Furniture is owed $366,682.75.
Furniture Land, which is the parent company to Carls Furniture, recently released a statement that the bankruptcy plan is to close unprofitable stores in the next 60 to 90 months, and then pay reduced rent on the stores that are still making a profit.
Of the 150 employees working for Carls Furniture, those who work in the profitable stores will remain employed, which means that this bankruptcy could mean unemployment for some Florida residents who currently work at those underperforming stores.
The bankruptcy announcement of Carls Furniture comes just months after another Florida-based furniture retailer, Robb & Stucky, was sold to a liquidator after filing for bankruptcy in February. Before being sold, Robb & Stucky had 20 locations.
Source: Sun Sentinel, “Carls Furniture Inc. files for Chapter 11 protection from its creditors,” Arlene Satchell, 24 May 2011


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Unfortunately, without regulation or an at-home testing lab, you can’t be sure. The ingredient list could offer some clues, said Dr. Anne Chapas, a dermatologist in New York City and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. Aloe vera should be listed as one of the first three items, she said, suggesting it’s one of the most important components.
Searching for Latin names, such as Aloe vera or Aloe barbadensis, on the list can also help verify that an aloe product is genuine, said Dr. Grundmann. Just avoid products that say they contain Aloe ferox, another plant species that is smaller, faster growing and cheaper to use than aloe, but less well studied, has different medicinal properties and doesn’t work for sunburn.
Some, but not all, products may list active ingredient concentrations. dr. Grundmann suggested looking for a 95 percent pure aloe vera gel, although Dr. Ferris warned not to put too much faith in percentages listed on labels.
“There are many products that say 100 percent, but the wording can be deceiving,” she said. “Some say 100 percent aloe, but also contain other ingredients, which means they are not 100 percent aloe. Others say 100 percent gel, but not 100 percent of what is in that gel is aloe.” Because of this lack of standardization in concentrations, she said, it’s hard to recommend a specific percentage to watch out for.
That said, buying a bottle of aloe probably won’t break the bank. You can buy a 16-ounce bottle of aloe vera gel at Target for about $6.
What other methods can I use to relieve sunburn?
Frequent cool baths or showers can help relieve the discomfort of a sunburn, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Applying a heavy, emollient moisturizer can protect and hydrate the skin, said Dr. chapas. Drinking extra water can also help prevent dehydration, and pain relievers such as aspirin or ibuprofen can reduce swelling, redness, or discomfort.
Short-term use of corticosteroid creams can also provide relief for itchy, inflamed skin, said Dr. Grundmann. (Keeping the cream in the refrigerator can have a cooling effect, he added.) And always make sure to protect sunburned skin from further sun exposure while it heals.


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Polish retailing company LPP – that owns six clothing brands Reserved, Tallinder, Cropp, House, Mohito and Sinsay – has recently opened the largest clothing store of its flagship brand Reserved in Russia at Galeria shopping centre in St. Petersburg.
It is the largest investment made by the company in the Russian market this year. In 2016, the company plans to expand its network of stores in Russia by another 10%.
“Our presence in Russia is important for the development of LPP,” says Sławomir Łoboda, vice president of LPP responsible for development and investments. “We are one of the industry leaders in Central and Eastern Europe. The opening of such a large store in the best shopping centre in St. Petersburg is a signal that in 2016 we will strengthen our position in this market.”
LPP Group began its operation in Russia in 2002, and over the past four years the surface area of its stores in the country quadrupled. Currently it operates 280 stores in Russia, which in 2015 recorded sales revenue of PLN836 million, accounting for 16% of LPP Group total revenue.
Key shopping malls play a pivotal role for the success of fast fashion brands in the Russian market. “It is, therefore, no coincidence that our new, record-breaking in terms of surface area, Reserved shop is located at the Galeria shopping mall in St. Petersburg,” observes Anna Pilugina, LPP Group director in Russia.
In fact Russian consumers increasingly prefer to shop at malls rendering street retail less attractive from a business perspective. “We want to be where our collections are selling best. A good example is the Galeria shopping mall again where our Cropp store records high sales,” Pilugina explains.
The LPP Group will continue developing and conquering new markets. In 2014, the company debuted in Germany; in 2015 it opened its first stores in Egypt, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia; and in 2016 in the UAE. This year LPP Group plans to open a franchise network of its stores in Belarus and Kazakhstan.
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It has been said that people who avoid meat consumption tend to have worse psychological health than those who eat meat, according to new research published in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, found that vegetarians/vegans were at a greater risk of depression, anxiety, and self-harm.
Can being vegan cause anxiety?
The study, which did not draw any conclusions about causation, found that vegetarians/vegans were at a greater risk of depression, anxiety, and self-harm.
Can being vegan affect your mental health?
Conclusions: Vegan or vegetarian diets were related to a higher risk of depression and lower anxiety scores, but no differences for other outcomes were found. Subgroup analyses of anxiety showed a higher risk of anxiety, mainly in participants under 26 years of age and in studies with a higher quality.
Are vegans more prone to anxiety?
Vegetarians and vegans are more likely to be depressed than meat eaters, claims study. A recent study conducted by the University of Alabama found that one out of three vegetarians have suffered from anxiety or depression in their lifetime.
What are the negative effects of being vegan?
7 dangerous side effects of Vegan diet
- 01/8What is a Vegan diet? …
- 02/8Low energy & weight problems. …
- 03/8Leaky gut issues. …
- 04/8Hormones disruptions. …
- 05/8Lack of iron. …
- 06/8Risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. …
- 07/8Risk of depression. …
- 08/8Risk of developing an eating disorder.
Can becoming vegan change your mood?
“Gut bacteria depend on fiber, which is naturally found in whole plant foods only. This results in a plant-based vegan diet improving mental clarity and mood quickly as the body is able to produce mood-enhancing hormones more efficiently,” she elaborates.
Can eating vegan make you depressed?
Depression isn’t simple and veganism doesn’t directly cause depression. Eat a diet that gives you all the nutrients and vitamins you need. Keep in mind that food alone won’t treat your depression. Your depression might have nothing to do with your vegan diet.
Why do vegans get brain fog?
You may feel tired or foggy at first.
A vegan diet also tends to lack iodine and choline, since the two necessary nutrients are found in eggs. Iodine is needed to keep your thyroid healthy, regulating energy, metabolism, and mood. Choline supports your brain, affecting your memory and mood.
Do vegans poop more?
According to Lee, those who adhere to a plant-based diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits typically pass well-formed poop more frequently. Plant-based foods are rich in fiber whilst meat and dairy products contain none. Fiber keeps the intestinal system working efficiently, according to Everyday Health.
Does your body detox when you go vegan?
On the other hand, the vegan diet cleans your body in the way that nature intended, therefore, detox symptoms are nothing more than your body cleaning itself from the toxins and heavy metals you’ve accumulated through eating meat and dairy products your entire life.
What happens to your body when u go vegan?
After a few months, a well-balanced vegan diet which is low in salt and processed food may help prevent heart disease, stroke and reduce risk of diabetes. As the intake of nutrients like iron, zinc and calcium are reduced on a vegan diet, our bodies get better at absorbing them from the intestine.


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On September 8, Star Trek turned 45 years old. Happy Birthday, Star Trek! Even though I hate you and your cheap-ass sets and lame vision of the future and hammy plots and silly aliens and...
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In the late 20th century, people hoped that the new millennium would usher in an age of promise: hoverboards, flying cars, personal robots, and the like. That future, the one that everyone predicted, never quite came to pass. Not in the way we thought it would, anyway.
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It seems like Black Isle, the game studio behind RPG classics like Fallout and Planescape: Torment, is making some sort of comeback.
Since the early days of the RPG, role-playing video games have allowed players to sacrifice intelligence points to further some more important statistic. Fallout is one of the only ones that treats you like the moron you've made.
The original Fallout was a gamble that paid off big-time; it set in place a tone, gameplay philosophy and fiction that is still going strong today. Fallout games are best known for their evocative, funny, dark and violent post-apocalyptic world. But it could have been another kind of game entirely.
As reported last week, the legal battle between Bethesda and Interplay over the final fate of a massively multiplayer online Fallout game has ended in a settlement, one that leaves full control of Fallout intellectual properties in the hands of Bethesda.
The legal stoush between Bethesda and Interplay over the rights to certain aspects of the Fallout universe, which has been dragging on for years, has finally been settled, according to a report on Fallout fansite Duck & Cover.
The Fallout MMO, which has been chugging along for a while now with seemingly little progress made, is now in danger of going under completely as the game's developers stare down the barrel of a rusty, post-apocalyptic gun.
While BioWare may be known for its epic role-playing games, back in 2000 the developer was responsible for crafting the sequel to one of the greatest third-person shooters of all time, MDK, and today that sequel comes to WiiWare.


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I received a letter from the Bills ticket office pertaining to availability of Super Bowl tickets and I am very disgusted with the way the tickets will be offered to the fans.
They are offering a tour package deal that would cost a fan anywhere from $1,680 to $1,910 per person based on double occupancy. They also state that the NFL has guaranteed 4,000 tickets for these packages and that the Bills office recommends that this option may be the best way of winning the lottery and seeing the Bills in the Super Bowl. Then there is option B, ticket only. It doesn't matter whether you bought season tickets one year or 30 years, your name goes into the hat once, and if you are lucky you will have the opportunity to buy Super Bowl tickets.
Last year, the season ticket holders who purchased season tickets for so many years were given more chances to get Super Bowl tickets than those that only purchased them for one, two, or a few years. In plain words, those who purchased tickets for longer spans of time were given a better chance to win a chance to go to the Super Bowl, which in my opinion was fairer.
I can't afford $1,600 for any package deal and I am sure there are many fans in the same situation as I am. It gives me the impression that the little guy who can't afford that kind of money is going to sit home and not be able to get a ticket to go to the game.
I also called the NFL office and protested the way they're doing this.
I don't feel that a ticket holder who only wants to buy the Super Bowl ticket and not the package has a chance to get a ticket.


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Facebook Sets Its Sights on Craigslist
NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- Facebook (:FB) is testing a classified ad service that might give Craigslist a run for its money.
According to The Daily, Facebook is quietly trying a new online advertising tool using the code name "Marketplace." That's a recycled name that had been used for a recent Facebook application.
Here's how it works: Users will be able to create short, personal ads that will be published in their friends' Facebook news feeds. You will be able to advertise anything and everything you can think of -- from a house, its contents, a car, a roommate or even a new job. Sharing ideas and services will also be a large part of Facebook's Marketplace appeal.
Of course, Facebook will make money from these posts by charging a small fee (a few dollars) for each little ad. All Craigslist posts are currently free except for therapeutic ads ($10), brokered apartment rentals ($10) and job postings ($25 in each category) except for the San Francisco Bay area ($75 in each category).
Promoted Posts currently look different from regular news posts to help set them apart. Marketplace ads will also be set apart from regular news posts by typeface and possibly multiple photos of the items being advertised.
Facebook's big difference is that the ads will be able to be targeted to specific groups of people. That's unlike at Craigslist, where everything is posted to everyone accessing their particular site.


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Where’s the beef? Or, rather, where has it been?
This federal policy requires labels on unprocessed beef, chicken, pork, lamb or goat to state where the animal was born, raised and slaughtered. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the U.S. Cattleman’s Association, and independent American ranchers agree consumers want to know this information. In fact, a poll in 2010 conducted by Consumers Union, showed that 93% of those surveyed would prefer to see the country of origin on the label of meat they’re about to buy.
The findings of the survey are probably a reflection of an article published by the New York Times in 2009 that reported “a single portion of hamburger meat is often an amalgam of various grades of meat from different parts of cows and even from different slaughterhouses.” The main reason for the mashup? The more stops that meat makes before it reaches your plate, the more likely to get scraps added in. Because of these random—somewhat undocumented and unexamined— add-ins, these meats are especially vulnerable to contamination. Serious cases of E. coli were traced back to these mashup meats.
Fox in the Hen House?
There is opposition to the new policy, however. Tyson Foods, Hormel, General Mills and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association are just a few meat and food processors disputing the rule. They claim it is unnecessarily costly and will narrow opportunity for imported meats.
GMOs and artificial ingredients are attracting the food-watch spotlights, but the examination of meat seems to have fallen by the wayside. If you’re a meat-eater, make sure to consider your daily diet in its entirety.
The meat and poultry segment is the largest within U.S agriculture, and the source of billions of dollars. For processors to dispute the rule because of cost shows gross disregard for the health of consumers. So as consumers, we have to be responsible first. Pay attention and show care with the foods you buy and eat.
Have you seen origin labels on meat at your grocery store? What do you think about this new policy?


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Elon Musk just said Tesla has a 'good shot' of setting a record for deliveries this quarter
- Tesla held its 2019 shareholder meeting on Tuesday in Mountain View, California.
- CEO Elon Musk said demand for Tesla's vehicles continues to be strong, despite concerns sparked by disappointing first-quarter delivery numbers.
- Musk predicted the company's upcoming Model Y SUV will generate more demand than the three vehicles Tesla currently offers - the Model 3, Model S sedan, and Model X SUV - combined.
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Tesla held its 2019 shareholder meeting on Tuesday in Mountain View, California.
"It's been a hell of a year, but a lot of good things are happening," CEO Elon Musk said before highlighting the sales and performance capabilities of the electric-car maker's Model 3 sedan against its electric and gas-powered rivals."Resisting the temptation to pick on competitors. I will not do that," Musk said.
Musk said demand for Tesla's vehicles continues to be strong, despite concerns sparked by disappointing first-quarter delivery numbers.
"I want to be clear," he said. "There is not a demand problem."
Tesla is selling far more vehicles than it can produce, Musk said, and has a "decent shot" at delivering more vehicles in the second quarter of this year than in any prior quarter. Its current record came in the fourth quarter of 2018, when it delivered 90,700 vehicles.
Musk also touted the company's upcoming Model Y SUV, which it plans to begin producing near the end of next year. He predicted the vehicle will generate more demand than the three vehicles Tesla currently offers - the Model 3, Model S sedan, and Model X SUV - combined.Musk discussed other potential sources of growth, saying construction for Tesla's factory in Shanghai, China, was progressing quickly. He said Tesla hoped to one day construct a factory on each continent to lower transportation costs.
In addition to the Model Y, Tesla also plans on introducing a semi truck, called the Semi, and a pickup truck. The company's ability to expand its product lineup depends on its ability to produce a large number of batteries, Musk said.
"There's not much point in adding product complexity if we don't have enough batteries," he said.
Musk added that as battery production increases, Tesla will have to consider other parts of the supply chain, which could include entering into the mining business.
"We might get into the mining business. I don't know," Musk said. "We'll do whatever we have to to ensure that we can scale at the fastest rate possible."
This story is developing. Check back for updates.
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Retail giant purchases 35,000 megawatt hours of biomethane certificates in latest bid to cut its carbon footprint
The UK's nascent green gas sector has secured a major vote of confidence this week, as retail giant Marks & Spencer inked a landmark deal to purchase 35,000MWh of biomethane certificates. The company...
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Outgoing CEO led the influential trade body during a period of significant growth for the UK renewable industry since taking the role in April 2016
Dutch asset managed intends to complete process of integrating new investment policy by the end of 2020
The North Sea Link is set to be operational by the end of 2021, allowing UK to import enough clean electricity got up to 1.4 million homes, according to National Grid


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By Andy Mulcahy, Strategy and Insight Director, IMRG
- Online retail sales growth was up a staggering +23.8% Year-on-Year (YoY) in April, as high streets across the country remain deserted
- After March’s poor sales this represented a Month-on-Month (MoM) rebound of +28.2%
- Similarly, April’s results were significantly higher than the 12, 6 and 3-month rolling averages (+5.9%, +6.4% and +6.2% respectively)
- The gap in performance between retailer type intensified, with multichannel retailers outstripping their online only counterparts by +35.8% vs. +8.3%
LONDON UK – May 13, 2020: Following the UK’s first full month under lockdown, April’s online retail sales results have signalled a seismic shift in purchasing patterns. As COVID-19 shut brick and mortar stores up and down the county, online sales growth surged to a 10-year high – up an astonishing +23.8% Year-on-Year (YoY). That’s according to the latest IMRG Capgemini Online Retail Index, which tracks the online sales performance of over 200 retailers.
Taking a closer look at the results, the spike in sales was overwhelmingly driven by multichannel retailers. After recording higher growth than their online only counterparts for the first time in a year in March, multichannel retailers continue to benefit from consumers’ changing shopping habits – with sales up +35% versus online only retailers’ more modest rise of +8.3%.
Breaking down the figures at a category level, the unusually hot April weather (combined with lockdown) triggered a monumental rise in gardening sales. Building upon March’s +94.4% YoY growth, this month’s sales were up an unprecedented +288%. Meanwhile, electrical sales sparked an equally impressive +102% growth – likely indicative of remote working requirements and demand for at-home entertainment as consumers navigate home isolation. Further to their success in February and March, health & beauty sales also continued to soar – with growth of +82%.
Unfortunately, the story was not quite so positive for the clothing sector, with felt the impact of COVID-19 on its monthly sales for the second time as they sunk -23.8% from April 2019. Within this, footwear and menswear sales were particularly poor, down -31.1% and -33.5% respectively.
Andy Mulcahy, strategy and insight director, IMRG: “April’s data shows that demand is following a very logical pattern – with stores closed, people who would usually shop in physical locations have no choice but to switch online. Hence it is the multichannel retailers who are securing the very strong growth at the moment, though whether it will be enough to entirely offset the loss of sales from those stores seems unlikely. This is only true for some categories though; even with stores closed, online growth for multichannel clothing retailers is still down -17.5%. The demand just isn’t there at the moment.
“When that demand will return is a big question for clothing retailers. If they reopen stores – and take their staff out of furlough, bringing all the costs back into the business – but their customers don’t return quickly, there could be a very difficult period coming indeed.”
Lucy Gibbs, managing consultant – Retail Insight, Capgemini: “COVID-19 has reshaped consumer spending patterns and shopping habits, which has been accentuated by the significant online growth in April. Customers to become accustomed to turning to online to fulfil shopping needs as non-essential retailers remained closed. However, despite the positive figures, it begs the question whether this is enough to make up for the full impact of COVID-19 performance particularly for the fashion sector which is still losing out as customers are purchasing for new environments rather than fashion.
“We are also starting to see a differential by retail tier, with mid-market losing out to budget retailers, a trend to watch as consumers seek value for money in uncertainty, however, on the other hand we are likely to see consumers looking for brand trust and quality. This can result in a squeeze in the mid-tier where appealing to both needs has been traditionally harder to balance. Retailers will need to listen to their customers, and find new ways to become increasingly transparent, flexible and innovative in order to navigate the rocky and uncertain road ahead.”
About the ‘IMRG Capgemini Online Retail Index’
The IMRG Capgemini Online Retail Index, which was started in April 2000, tracks ‘online sales’, which we define as ‘transactions completed fully, including payment, via interactive channels’ from any location, including in-store.
*Please note from January 2020 the Index no longer includes data from the travel sector
For over 20 years, IMRG (Interactive Media in Retail Group) has been the voice of e-retail in the UK. We are a membership community comprising businesses of all sizes – multichannel and pureplay, SME and multinational, and solution providers to industry. We support our members through a range of activities – including market tracking and insight, benchmarking and best practice sharing. Our indexes provide in-depth intelligence on online sales, mobile sales, delivery trends and over 40 additional KPIs. Our goal is to ensure our members have the information and resources they need to succeed in rapidly-evolving markets – both domestically and internationally. www.imrg.org
Capgemini is a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology and engineering services. The Group is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of clients’ opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. Building on its strong 50-year+ heritage and deep industry-specific expertise, Capgemini enables organizations to realize their business ambitions through an array of services from strategy to operations. Capgemini is driven by the conviction that the business value of technology comes from and through people. Today, it is a multicultural company of 270,000 team members in almost 50 countries. With Altran, the Group reported 2019 combined revenues of €17billion.
Visit us at www.capgemini.com. People matter, results count.


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Rijk Zwaan app enhances demo field visits
Rijk Zwaan has developed an app to improve the efficiency and personalisation of visits to its demo fields around the world. The app is now available for download in Android and iOS versions.
Innovating in the fresh produce category at Asia Fruit Logistica
From 2-4 September, Rijk Zwaan will once again be exhibiting at Asia Fruit Logistica. By presenting a variety of innovative products, Rijk Zwaan demonstrates to its Asian chain partners that broadening the fresh produce category can boost fruit and vegetable consumption.
‘Looking to the future of melon and watermelon’
On 8 and 9 July Rijk Zwaan organised the Global Melon & Watermelon Event in Spain, with a focus on global trends and how to fulfil the requirements of the whole food chain.
Gherkin world gathers in Germany
Rijk Zwaan held the Global Gherkin Days on 6 and 7 July 2015. More than 200 participants from 22 countries gathered in Germany to exchange knowledge and ideas about gherkins.
Rijk Zwaan South Africa starts sales activities
As of today, Rijk Zwaan South Africa has taken over the sales activities from its former distributors Javelin Seeds and Filmflex Plastics. Rijk Zwaan expects to be able to serve the South African vegetable market even more effectively.
Demo field Fijnaart completely up to date
Rijk Zwaan’s demo field in Fijnaart once again opened to visitors. For the next three weeks, growers, plant raisers, processors and other business partners are warmly welcome to see the open-field assortment for themselves.
Website ILP Vegetable is online
On www.ilp-vegetable.org you can now find the official website of the International Licensing Platform (ILP) for vegetable plant breeding.
Gatton Field Days 2015
On the 21st May the team at Rijk Zwaan's Gatton station welcomed growers and colleagues from Australia and New Zealand to Rijk Zwaan's 2015 Queensland winter demo trial.
New European Bremia strain recognised
With effect from May 11 2015 the International Bremia Evaluation Board (IBEB) has officially named a new official strain of Bremia lactucae (Downy Mildew). Part of Rijk Zwaan’s lettuce range is resistant to this strain.
A successful trial at Bacchus Marsh
With over 150 varieties to choose from there was something for everyone on the field at the Rijk Zwaan field day at Bacchus Marsh


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A sign inside the old Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market at 13th and Oliver on Tuesday read “everyday low price $1.54,” though no consumers have been through the store in months.
Closed in January, the location was one of five smaller Wal-Mart locations to shut its doors in the Wichita area this year. Rows of shelving units, checkout stands and refrigerated cases could be seen in the space Tuesday.
An online auction – which will attempt to liquidate basically everything not attached to the 35,000-square-foot building – began earlier this month and ended Wednesday night. The building, which Wal-Mart still owns, is on the market for $2.6 million.
John Lines, CEO of Surplus Asset Management out of Arizona, said he expects nearly everything to be sold once the auction ends.
“It’s an absolute auction,” Lines said. “If something sells for a dollar, it sells for a dollar. We anticipate everything will be gone.
“If something is left, which rarely happens, it will be removed from the store. Our goal is to have zero landfill stuff – if it can be recycled, we’ll recycle it.”
While it’s the job of Lines’ company to empty the building, the next question is what will become of the space. Troy Farha, a commercial real estate adviser with NAI Martens, said he wouldn’t be surprised if the former Wal-Mart store, which is for sale, remains empty for at least a couple of years.
“I could see that building as a redevelopment project, maybe for a government services operation or nonprofit organizations,” Farha said. “There’s not as much traffic at that location when compared with some of the other big box buildings around the city.
“There’s also potential for a special-use facility, such as a storage facility or a call center. We could possibly see another grocer go there, but I think that’s less likely.”
Lines said his company handles 15 to 20 online and live auctions per month, mostly doing business with grocery store chains. Buyers, he said, run the gamut from small-business owners to restaurants and large grocery chains.
Asset Management has been busier, Lines said, following Wal-Mart’s decision this year to close more than 250 stores nationwide. The company is also handling auctions for the former Neighborhood Market locations at 601 N. West St. and 9831 E. Harry in Wichita.
Most of the closures were of the company’s smaller store brands, such as its Neighborhood Market and Wal-Mart Express locations.
Sheila Lowrie, a spokeswoman for Dillons, said she didn’t have any updates on the possibility of the Kroger-owned grocery chain entering any of the vacated Wal-Mart buildings in Wichita.
“Any anticipated moves to operate at these locations should be considered rumors and speculation,” Lowrie said in an e-mail.


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FRANKFURT (Reuters) – German chipmaker Infineon (IFXGn.DE) said on Monday it had raised at least 692 million euros ($986 million) in a share offer, with U.S. investment firm Apollo taking up fewer shares than expected.
Infineon said Apollo could take up as many as 15 million shares or 1.4 percent of the company’s increased share capital.
“Infineon expects the decision of the Apollo-managed fund no later than during the afternoon tomorrow,” Infineon said.
Apollo had aimed to take a shareholding of between 15 and 29 percent and agreed to buy all shares in the rights issue that were not taken up by existing shareholders.
Infineon has said it plans to use proceeds from the rights issue to repay convertible bonds maturing in June 2010 and exchangeable bonds maturing in August 2010.
Analysts have said they expect Infineon to have a “comfortable cash cushion” by the end of its fiscal fourth quarter on September 30 thanks to the capital increase and the sale of its wireline business.
Infineon is Europe’s biggest automotive chip supplier and competes with privately owned Dutch NXP as well as Texas Instruments (TXN.N) and STMicroelectronics (STM.PA) (STM).
Chipmakers have endured an extended slump in their cyclical business for over a year as consumers and businesses slashed spending on computers, mobile phones and other electronics and major world markets slid into recession. ($1=.7019 euros)
(Reporting by Nicola Leske; Editing by Greg Mahlich)


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What can you eat after exercise, such as running? Enjoy a beer. Scientists believe that this will help fight dehydration better than sports drinks or water, – the “Popular Mechanics”.
During prolonged running, for example during a marathon, a person can lose up to three liters of fluid every hour. In addition, the body is deprived of important elements like potassium and sodium.
Professor Ronald Morgan, an expert on physical exercises from the University of St. Andrews, UK, said that eating only plain mineral water will not replenish minerals in the body. But a bag of peanuts and two cups light low-alcohol beer is a classic combination, served in all the pubs of the country — very much help.
He argued the fact that nuts are rich in potassium and low-alcohol beer contains vitamins and carbohydrates that will help to restore energy after exercise.
But at the same time, doctors warn that we should not hold: a large amount of salt, which is generously sprinkled with nuts, combined with alcohol increases blood pressure. And don’t forget about education, “beer belly”.


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There are rumours of the possible arrival of Overwatch on Nintendo Switch for several days. To feed this indiscretion the sighting on Amazon of a cover for the Overwatch-themed hybrid console has been conceived. What’s more, today other information emerged to support this eventuality.
A user has published an alleged internal document of an unspecified retailer on Reddit, which lists all the planned exits from September to November. In the midst of so many well-known titles, Overwatch stands out for Nintendo Switch, whose release would be set for next October 18th. Shortly after publication, the photo was deleted by the Reddit moderators as the author has not proved its validity. Therefore, we advise you to take this information with pliers, since there is no formality in this regard. Fortunately, the document was saved and re-shared on Twitter.
Given the incredible success of Nintendo Switch, in any case, we would not be surprised if Blizzard was really considering the possibility of making a port of his hero-shooter. Several months ago, director Jeff Kaplan also stated that Blizzard was open to the idea of publishing Overwatch on Switch.
Overwatch (Nintendo Switch) and Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville is expected to be released on October 18th according to this retail listing leak. Source: https://t.co/HyNaLvhDiB pic.twitter.com/dgN1DJjtgO
— Andrew Marmo (@the_marmolade) August 27, 2019