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Details have been announced of some of the new artefacts that will go on display at the newly-reopened Titanic Belfast, including an original deck chair from RMS Titanic and the violin belonging to the ship's musician, Wallace Hartley.
As part of the new collection, the visitor attraction will also exhibit a number of artefacts that have never been on public display before, including a plan of first class accommodation, which was issued exclusively to first class passengers to help them navigate the luxury liner, and belonged to Ellen Bird, the personal maid to Ida Straus, whose husband, Isidor, owned Macy's department store in New York.
Other artefacts being displayed for the first time include items belonging to Malcolm Joakim Johnson, including his personal pocket watch, which survived the sinking and was recovered from his body. The hands of the corroded Omega are frozen in time at 1.37am, the exact moment he was immersed into the icy waters of the Atlantic. His manifest ticket, which is stamped 10 April 1912, and a set of five rare original glass plate photographs of Titanic's launch in Belfast on 31 May 1911 will also be on display.
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Judith Owens MBE, chief executive of Titanic Belfast, said, "We are honoured to have been entrusted to display these extremely rare artefacts connected to RMS Titanic's story. They are of great historical significance and will be very powerful in helping visitors make emotional and human connections to the stories of Titanic's passengers and crew as part of the reimagined Titanic Experience."
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The survey which compared the prices of 160 goods and services in 133 cities around the world showed that Asian cities have become comparatively more expensive as five cities from the continent are top on the list.
On the list, Singapore is followed by Hong Kong, Zurich and two Japanese cities, Tokyo and Osaka.
The survey which was released on Tuesday, March 21, indicated that Singapore was 20% more expensive than New York and 5% pricier than Hong Kong, which lies in second place.
Only four European cities made it to the top 10 most expensive cities around the world. A decade ago, European cities made up eight of the ten most expensive places.
According to the report, Paris is the only eurozone city among the 10 most expensive. Compared with other European cities, the French capital still remains expensive to live in, with only alcohol and tobacco offering value for money.
The top 10 most expensive cities are:
2. Hong Kong
9. New York
According to the ranking,Lagos in Nigeria is one of the world's cheapest cities. Other ranked as world cheapest were Almaty, Bangalore, Karachi and others.
The top 10 cheapest cities are:
10. New Delhi
London is at its lowest position in 20 years while Manchester fell sharply down the rankings from 26th to 51st position.

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Another of the infamous price swings that cryptocurrencies are known for was underway amid news that the Center will table a bill in parliament that would ban these unregulated assets in India, which is one of the largest crypto-property bases. in the world wants to tackle. . The center has long made it clear that it is wary of cryptocurrencies, even as the RBI has announced plans to launch its own digital currency. Here’s what you need to know about the crypto scene in India.
How many people own cryptocurrency in India?
According to industry sources, more than 10 crore Indians, mostly younger people, but also seniors are said to have invested in cryptocurrencies. The country is said to have about 10.07 crore cryptocurrency owners, giving it a big lead over the US, although it is estimated to outpace India in total asset value.
Crypto research firm CREBACO says total investments in cryptocurrencies have risen to more than $10 billion by the end of 2021, from just under $1 billion in April 2020.
When the news that the crypto bill was in the works for legislation came out, significant drops were reported in the value of major cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ether, etc. Although the development was not specifically linked to its proposed filing during the next winter session of Parliament .
What are the concerns about cryptocurrency?
At a virtual meeting of the Sydney Dialogue – a forum focused on emerging, critical and cyber technologies – in mid-November, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said that all democratic countries must work together to ensure that “it doesn’t end up in the wrong hands, which our youth could spoil”.
Previously, the Prime Minister had chaired a meeting that addressed the issue of cryptocurrencies, noting that unregulated crypto markets can be used for money laundering and terrorist financing, while also raising concerns about misleading claims about huge returns on cryptocurrency investments.
Sources had said the practice of courting investors, especially young people, with advertisements that promised too much profit and also hid risks, was flagged during the meeting.
What is the official position on cryptocurrencies in India?
Reports suggest that the cryptocurrency bill missed its rollout in Parliament during this year’s budget and monsoon sessions, even when Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said in July that the wait was just to see “when it is released.” cabinet can take it up and consider it so that then we can move it”.
The wording of the bill as stated in the Legislative Affairs for the winter session has remained the same and says it aims to create a facilitating framework for… the official digital currency to be issued by the Reserve Bank of India” and that it also aims aims to “ban all private cryptocurrencies in India”, but the bill allows “with certain exceptions to promote the underlying technology of cryptocurrency and its use”.
Reuters news agency quoted an unnamed government source during the budget session to say that the bill would “be one of the world’s strictest policies against cryptocurrencies (and) criminalize the possession, issuance, mining, trading and transfer of crypto assets.” would say”. said that in such a case, investors would be given a window to sell their crypto holdings, after which sanctions would be introduced.
But the same story noted that investors had read encouragement in the Treasury Secretary’s comments that the government was “looking at how experimentation can take place in the digital world and cryptocurrency”. ghosts,” she had told CNBC-TV18, adding that “a very calibrated position will be taken” on cryptocurrency.
Following the listing for Winter Session release, sources in the security organization said the government is not going for “an outright ban” and that regulatory mechanisms will be put in place to prevent misuse of cryptocurrencies. But cryptocurrencies, they said, will not be recognized as legal tender, as doing so would be dangerous to the country’s fiat currency and tax system.
ALSO READ: A cryptocurrency for everyday use? What is Stablecoin, which has caught the attention of the US government?
How is cryptocurrency trading possible in India?
Responding to a question in parliament during the latest budget session about whether there was a ban on “bitcoin trading in the country”, the Union Ministry of Finance issued a circular from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in April. 2018 who had “advised all entities regulated by it not to trade virtual currencies. However, it had noted that in a 2020 ruling, the Supreme Court overturned the RBI circular. That has led Indian cryptocurrency investors to have can act.
But despite the supreme court order, several private and public banks had reportedly continued to discourage their customers from trading cryptocurrencies, citing the original RBI circular. That prompted the central bank to make it clear last month that banks cannot cite that circular to deny services for cryptocurrency-related transactions.
“Given the order of the Hon’ble Supreme Court, the circular is no longer valid as of the date of the Supreme Court ruling, and therefore cannot be quoted or quoted from,” RBI said.
Why are governments wary of cryptocurrencies?
Several countries around the world have banned cryptocurrencies, including China, which had emerged as a major player in cryptocurrency mining. Most governments are concerned that unregulated digital currencies will undermine the prerogative of central governments to issue fiat currency and regulate monetary policy, even as cryptocurrencies become a conduit for tax evasion and wealth shifting. their jurisdictions.
As the Treasury Department reiterated in Parliament in August this year, “The government does not consider cryptocurrencies to be legal tender or currency and will take all measures to prevent the use of these crypto assets to fund illegal activities or as part of eliminate the payment system”.
It had noted that a high-level inter-ministerial committee set up to examine issues related to virtual currencies recommended that “all private cryptocurrencies, except all state-issued cryptocurrencies, be banned in India”. But the ministry had stated that the government “will proactively explore the use of blockchain technology to usher in it”
digital economy”. Blockchain is the distributed ledger system that anchors the cryptocurrency supply. Governments and businesses are said to explore its potential to transform a range of sectors.
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Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has pleaded for Victorians to stay at home and tougher sanctions around movement are coming as authorities battle to contain the coronavirus...
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has pleaded for Victorians to stay at home and tougher sanctions around movement are coming as authorities battle to contain the coronavirus
Australians could face a stage three or four lockdown if people continue to ignore social distancing rules and the coronavirus infection rate doesn't improve.
But with the nation’s COVID-19 infections surpassing 4,000, experts are urging for a full lockdown as it would bring infections under control within a few weeks, allow businesses to re-open and avoid the need for longer disruption.
Medical professionals are also on-board. Thousands of doctors signed a petition calling for Australia to go into lockdown immediately, warning there could be an alarming escalation in COVID-19 cases and deaths without immediate action.
China, Italy and India are examples of countries that have taken drastic lockdown measures.
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However, others believe a full lockdown might be unnecessary if people complied with the current social distancing and gathering restrictions.
Last Wednesday at a press conference, Morrison said a complete lockdown would be “quite reckless” and he advised he won’t be shutting down even more businesses when “there’s no medical advice that they should”.
“We are not going to do things to a business or someone’s job and livelihood where at this stage that may, and is, not necessary.”
But we are living in uncharted times and despite the government’s stricter distancing rules, Professor Migel McMillan, director of infectious diseases and immunology at the Menzies Health Institute in Queensland, believes it’s not a matter of ‘if’, but a matter of ‘when’.
“The time will come and we are not far away from that time,” he told the Sydney Morning Herald.
"If the government acts too early and locks everything down too soon there is a concern people will get sick of it because there is only so much time people will follow such extreme measures. We really have to enact it at a time when it will have the most impact at stopping the spread."
So, here’s what a full lockdown will involve…
Currently, Australians are encouraged to stay home and public gatherings are limited to a maximum of two people. Supermarkets, some businesses and shopping centres are still open, and restaurants are also still able to offer takeaway services.
In complete lockdown, no one will be allowed out of their homes for at least three weeks unless it was to access essential services.
If Australia was to mirror the UK where tougher restrictions have been enforced, all shops selling non-essential goods, schools and hairdressing salons will be shut down.
However in the UK, businesses including corner shops and newsagents, vet surgeries, agricultural supply shops, dry cleaners and hardware shops remain open. This is in addition to petrol stations, grocery stores, banks and pharmacies.
Prime Minister Jacinda Arden introduced tough stage four restrictions, which called for the closure of all businesses with the exception of essential services and lifeline services.
Essential services were deemed to be supermarkets, pharmacies and GP clinics.
Residents are only allowed to make contact with people they live with and while exercising is encouraged, it’s recommended as a solitary activity.
Unlikely to mirror Italy
Italy – the country which currently has the highest number of COVID-19 deaths in the world - has introduced some of the toughest measures to control the outbreak.
Nonessential movements have been banned, nonessential businesses have closed, and residents must sign police forms if they need to leave the house.
What the experts have to say
It all depends on how seriously Australians take the current social distancing measures.
Professor Mary-Louise McLaws of the University of NSW told news.com.au that a stricter lockdown might not be necessary if people started to comply with the current restrictions.
“If numbers of cases are going up and people are not co-operating then they would have no other decision than total lockdown,” she told the news outlet.
In order to do this, 80 per cent of Australians would need to stay home to have any impact on infections, according to a University of Sydney model. Even if 70 per cent stays home, the number of cases would continue to rise.
Dr Ross Guest from Griffith University told the ABC that before further restrictions are introduced, the cost of the pandemic needs to be balanced with the public health and economy.
He believes businesses should not be closed unless absolutely necessary.
“What we are doing is crushing hundreds of thousands of small business people and crushing their lives, crushing their families for many years to come,” Dr Guest told the publication.
Professor McLaws said the current restrictions will be in place for a very long time, describing it as “the new reality” and warned the next reality is unpleasant and something we don’t want to face.
“Please take this phase very, very seriously and do what the Chief Medical Officer and the Prime Minister are asking of you.
“It’s all about caring for each other.”
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The boom in digital platforms, such as Uber and Deliveroo, has sparked a revolution in the world of work, but unfortunately workers’ rights have failed to keep pace with the dismantling of the traditional nine-to-five working week for growing numbers of people.


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Technology has become an integral part of our lives, shaping the way we communicate, work, and entertain ourselves. With the ever-evolving landscape of tech news and information, it can be challenging to find a reliable source that offers in-depth coverage and analysis. One such platform that stands out in this crowded space is The Verge. In this article, we will delve into the world of The Verge, exploring its history, content, unique perspectives, and its influence on both the tech industry and its readers.
In the vast ocean of technology websites, The Verge has emerged as a prominent player, providing readers with a wealth of knowledge and insights. From the latest gadgets to groundbreaking scientific discoveries, The Verge covers a wide array of topics, catering to tech enthusiasts, professionals, and curious individuals alike.
What is The Verge?
The Verge is an online technology publication that offers comprehensive coverage of the latest trends, news, and reviews in the tech world. Established in 2011, it has quickly gained a reputation for its high-quality content and unique perspective. With a team of experienced journalists and writers, The Verge aims to inform, entertain, and engage its audience with captivating stories and in-depth analysis.
Why is The Verge Popular?
The Verge has managed to captivate a large and loyal following due to several factors. First and foremost, the platform prioritizes accuracy and credibility, ensuring that readers receive reliable and up-to-date information. The Verge’s dedication to quality has earned the trust of its audience, setting it apart from clickbait-driven websites that prioritize quantity over substance.
Additionally, The Verge’s ability to adapt to the ever-changing tech landscape has contributed to its popularity. The platform consistently covers emerging trends, from artificial intelligence and virtual reality to blockchain technology and space exploration. This commitment to staying at the forefront of tech news has cemented The Verge’s position as a go-to source for enthusiasts and industry professionals.
The Verge’s History and Growth
The Verge was founded in 2011 by a team of experienced tech journalists who aimed to create a platform that combined insightful reporting with a visually appealing design. In its early days, The Verge gained attention for its sleek and modern website layout, making it a pioneer in the field of digital publishing. Over the years, the publication has grown significantly, attracting a talented pool of writers and expanding its coverage to include a wide range of topics beyond traditional tech news.
The Verge’s Content and Topics Covered
One of the key strengths of The Verge lies in its diverse range of content. The platform covers various aspects of technology and its impact on society. Let’s take a closer look at the main topics The Verge covers:
Technology News and Reviews
At the heart of The Verge’s content is its extensive coverage of technology news and product reviews. Whether it’s the latest smartphone release, a groundbreaking scientific discovery, or a major industry event, The Verge provides timely and in-depth reporting on all things tech-related.
Science and Innovation
In addition to covering consumer technology, The Verge also explores the world of science and innovation. From breakthroughs in medicine and space exploration to advancements in renewable energy and climate change solutions, The Verge sheds light on the latest developments that shape our future.
Entertainment and Pop Culture
Technology and entertainment go hand in hand, and The Verge recognizes the significance of this relationship. The platform delves into the world of movies, video games, music, and other forms of entertainment, examining how technology influences and enhances our cultural experiences.
Business and Industry Updates
The Verge goes beyond consumer-focused content and offers insightful coverage of the business side of the tech industry. From mergers and acquisitions to market trends and company profiles, The Verge keeps readers informed about the latest happenings in the tech business world.
Social Impact and Trends
Technology has a profound impact on society, and The Verge doesn’t shy away from exploring its implications. The platform delves into topics such as privacy and security, digital ethics, social media trends, and the intersection of technology and human behavior.
Stay tuned for the next part of this article, where we will continue exploring The Verge’s writing style, unique perspectives, and its impact on the tech industry and readers.


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Travelers looking to get the most for their money on summer vacations may want to avoid Honolulu and Oslo, Norway, which are the most expensive cities according to a survey released on Tuesday, and head instead to Las Vegas or Sofia in Bulgaria. Travel website
compared the cost in cities around the world for an average overnight stay for two people, cocktails, dinner and wine and a taxi ride, and found that cities in the U.S. South, Eastern Europe and Asia had the best summer deals. Miami, Dallas, Atlanta and Portland, Oregon also scored high marks for affordability and summer bargains, as did Hanoi, Warsaw, Sharm el Sheikh in Egypt and Budapest. At the other end of the scale, high hotel costs and pricey cocktails made New York City the second-most expensive U.S. summer destination, and fourth internationally, followed by Boston, San Francisco and Chicago. Zurich, Stockholm and Paris were among the priciest foreign cities. “Big name cities do not have to mean big travels budgets,” said Brooke Ferencsik,
‘s director of communications. “If you really are eager to get to Europe, you can find affordable deals. A great affordable escape is Sofia, Bulgaria, which ranked No. 1, overall and where the average hotel price is less than $100 a night,” he said in an interview. Other affordable international destinations include Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, Tunis, Cape Town and Riyadh, which rounded out the top 10. In the United States New Orleans was sixth in affordability, followed by Houston, Minneapolis, Denver and Philadelphia. Honolulu, where a room for two in a four-star hotel costs an average of $389.36, compared to $135.94 in Las Vegas, saw a 33 percent rise in room rates since last year, helping it secure the title of priciest U.S. city for a summer getaway. “Savvy travelers know how to analyze a trip and break it down for their budgets by recognizing that accommodation is the biggest ticket item,” said Ferencsik. Although hotels make up the biggest portion of a travel budget, restaurant tabs and taxi fares can also add up quickly. While Oslo had more affordable room rates at $220.99 than other cities, the $276.72 bill for dinner for two and expensive drinks and taxis secured its place as the most-expensive foreign city. London had the steepest taxi fares, with a 2-mile trip to a destination and back again costing a total of $41.47, which
said was nearly 20 times more than a similar ride in Kuala Lumpur, in Malaysia. And in Taipei, people can dine out twice for $44.86 in a mid-range restaurant for the same price as two rounds of martinis at a top-rated hotel bar in Seoul, the survey found. TripAdvisor calculated the costs in local currencies between March and April and converted them into dollars on April 19.


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The global news giant Associated Press (AP) has announced the launch of its own NFT marketplace for tokenized photography collectors. To bring the innovative project to life, the AP has teamed up with the Xooa blockchain marketplace building company.
According to the media platform, the initial NFT collection will feature art on pressing topics like space, climate, and war to spotlight the work of the AP photographers. The first-ever (but definitely not the last) Associated Press photography NFTs are said to drop on January 31 at varying prices.
As for the blockchain, the Ethereum layer-two, "environment-friendly" Polygon will serve the marketplace's needs. The platform will support secondary transactions using debit or credit cards, as well as payments in ETH with Metamask wallets. Besides, the fast-evolving AP marketplace mentions the “social media capabilities,” “new content concepts,” and “off-chain benefits” for NFT holders among the nearest upcoming improvements.
But that's not all, folks. Once every two weeks, an exclusive NFT, featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning photographs, will be auctioned. Each "Pulitzer Drop" will include the NFT's detailed metadata, including time, date, location, equipment, and technical settings used for the photograph.
The funds from the AP NFTs sales will return to funding the AP journalism. Although being the secondary market sales-friendly, the platform will charge a hefty 10% fee.
Join the photography crypto movement and collect your history-significant moments' collection with the Associated Press non-fungible photographs.


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- No slice of the (caterpillar) cake for Aldi, says M&S—but does the claim have legs?
IP analysis: The caterpillar cake has long been an iconic focal point of children’s parties and office celebrations across the UK. But can one supermarket prevent their competitors from making copy-caterpillars? Marks & Spencer (M&S) certainly thinks so, after bringing infringement proceedings against Aldi and its ‘Cuthbert the Caterpillar’ cake. Jack Kenny, associate, and Eve Brown, associate, at Marks & Clerk discuss the potential arguments M&S could make as part of their claim and the issues they may face in response.
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Codemasters signs up to Steam
Wednesday, 24th October 2007 at 9:55 am
Valve's digital distribution platform to sell Jericho, Dirt and Overlord
Codemasters has signed up to sell a number of its games via Valve's Steam platform.
Jericho, Colin McRae Dirt and Overlord all go up on the service this month - and in future upcoming releases such as Turning Point will be available day and date with their retail counterparts.
"From Dirt to Clive Barker's Jericho, Codemasters library of PC titles is one of the most diverse and innovative collections in the industry today," said Jason Holtman, director of business development at Valve.
"These and future Codemasters' releases are a perfect match for the millions of PC gamers connecting to Steam each week to discover the latest games available from publishers and developers around the world."
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Joe Belfiore: Windows Phone 8.1 developer preview is coming next week26
Today, Joe Belfiore took to Twitter again to let users know that the WP 8.1 developer preview is coming “early next week.” This probably means that the rumored April 14 launch date is accurate after all. So, anyone having a Windows Phone 8 handset will likely be able to update it to WP 8.1 come Monday, or Tuesday. Although this release will be aimed at developers, it can be downloaded and installed by all users.
Those not willing to try the developer preview should know that, according to Microsoft, the final and stable Windows Phone 8.1 update will be available “in the coming months” to all current Windows Phone 8 handsets.


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DRM will be a hot topic in Apple negotiations
Next month, Apple will start selling music
from EMI—one of the world's "big four" record labels—on the iTunes Store without digital rights management protection. According to Reuters, the move may end up starting a chain reaction
that will push the other three major record labels to follow suit. The news agency says Apple will start iTunes-related contract negotiations with Universal, Sony BMG, and Warner at the end of this month. Apple's fixed pricing scheme may be among the talking points in the negotiations as it has been in the past, but analysts quoted by Reuters believe the issue of dropping DRM will take precedence over other topics because of the recent EMI deal.
Officially, the three other labels are "only experimenting" with dropping DRM, Reuters explains. Privately, however, label executives accept that "following EMI's move . . . is only a matter of time." It may also take only one of the other labels to topple the proverbial house of cards. An industry executive told the news agency that if Universal—the biggest of the "big four"—makes the move to get rid of DRM, then all other labels will have to follow. And as a matter of fact, some analysts believe such a move by Universal is imminent and could be announced in May as part of a deal with Amazon.com.


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In 2018, creative masterminds Sophie and Didier Guillon collaborated to create Storie Veneziane or “Venetian Stories”, an olfactory high jewelry collection inspired by Venice. Representing the city’s tradition of craftsmanship, this line was an amalgamation of the artistic talent of Didier, who designed an exceptional bottle, and the creative vitality of Sophie, who oversaw the creation of five distinguished perfume extracts.
The collection now welcomes a sixth extract, Mica d’Oro I... Read More
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: From 13 to 17 October, fashion, beauty, and art will all come to life through a series of glittering World of Fashion celebrations as Mall of the Emirates welcomes its latest Autumn Winter 2020 fashion arrivals in the Central Atrium.
Dubai’s most exciting fashion event, World of Fashion is a glamorous celebration of style, design and all things haute couture. The five-day gathering brings the fashion sphere’s marquee names, biggest brands, and most... Read More
Make the most of this October as you ‘Fest’ with friends, family and loved ones at Dubai’s number one scene-setting destination – The Meydan Hotel.
It’s the time for celebration with The Meydan Hotel’s line-up of exciting O’Fest activities that will have you experiencing the best of everything that our extraordinary property has to offer. From contemporary chic luxury rooms, extravagant brunches and exceptional alfresco dining options that will take you to the IPL field and on a... Read More
Carrying the theme, ‘The World Reads from Sharjah’, the 39th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) to be held from November 4-14, will continue to spread the joy of reading and capture imaginations as it gears up to host hundreds of Arab and international publishers.
One of the top three book fairs in the world, SIBF has for the first time in its history, adopted a unique online-offline hybrid programming that promises to deliver a memorable mix of literary and... Read More
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts is launching an innovative new culinary concept this month especially for its littlest diners – FoodieKiDS. The all-new children’s menu is informed by global research, in which more than 5,500 parents of children under 12-years-old, from six different markets, were interviewed about their children’s eating habits. The extensive research took place on three continents, with respondents from the US, UK, Russia, Germany, KSA and UAE.
According to the study,... Read More
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai said in a video shared to his Twitter page, that he witnessed the final piece being attached to the Museum of the Future.
The 78-metre-high museum sits on 30,000 square meters of land which features reflecting pools, greenspace, a bike path and a recreational use area. It consists of 10 main levels and a museum which will be connected by an elevated walkway to... Read More
Developed by a world-leading expert in stem cell research, Professor Augustinus Bader has spent 30 years unlocking the body’s innate processes to self-heal and uncovered how to reawaken cells that go dormant over time due to aging or trauma. The result? Game-changing skincare that actually works.
Globally recognized as one of the leaders in stem cell biology, Professor Bader’s mission started with the intention to help burn victims, particularly children with traumatic injuries. In... Read More
DUBAI, UAE – Nissan today (October 1, 2020) announced a realignment of its global regions, to drive through the next phase of the Nissan NEXT global transformation plan.
Globally, seven geographic regions will become four - Japan and ASEAN, the Americas, China, and the new AMIEO region made up of Africa, Middle East, India, Europe (including Russia) and Oceania.
AMEIO will cover more than 140 markets with a population of around 3.8 billion, with 45 Nissan products on sale... Read More
Dubai, UAE, 01 October 2020 – Emirates has revealed that nearly a third of its dedicated fleet of transport buses for cabin crew in Dubai will now operate on biofuel, taking another step forward on its environmental mission to reduce emissions.
The airline's contracted service provider, Al Wegdaniyah, has committed to operating all road trips with biodiesel provided by Neutral Fuels, one of the UAE's leading producers of biofuels, utilising locally-sourced, used cooking oil as... Read More
Dubai: Five shops were fined while three businesses were given stern warnings for violating the COVID-19 safety guidelines, the Dubai Economy (DED) tweeted on Wednesday.
No shop, however, was ordered closed and 680 businesses were found compliant with the coronavirus (COVID-19) preventive measures, following intensified inspections by DED’s Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector
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Apple’s new iPhone set to release is just round the corner, if reports are to be believed.
- Half of existing iPhone owners plan to buy the new iPhone immediately, one survey says (venturebeat.com)
- iPhone 5S Line Already Forming Outside NYC Apple Store (technobuffalo.com)
- iPhone 5S Release and iPhone Trade-ins for Cash (guardianlv.com)
- iPhone Rumor Roundup: Multi-Colored iPhone 5Cs, Bigger Screens – PC Magazine (newestgadgetsinfo.com)
- iPhone ‘set to dominate’ this year (bigpondnews.com)
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General Mobile has announced that its DSTL1, a dual-SIM Android-powered smartphone, will be available in ... Android News forum
Dual-SIM DSTL1 Android smartphone from General Mobile coming in June
General Mobile has announced that its DSTL1, a dual-SIM Android-powered smartphone, will be available in the U.S. and Turkey by the end of June. The DSTL1 features a 624MHz Marvell PX310A processor that should run Google's Android v1.5 "Cupcake" operating system with ease.
It has a high-resolution 5 megapixel autofocus camera and vivid a 3.0-inch WQVGA LCD resistive touchscreen display that was manufactured by Sharp. The device will ship with a 4GB microSD card in the box, and will be capable of accepting 16GB cards.
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It does indeed sound like an awesome phone!
But General Mobile had better watch out, cos they may suffer the same fate as the other GM, General Motors, and it may become Government Mobile. LOL
Define irony: A bunch of idiots dancing on a plane to a song that was sung by a band that got killed on a plane. - By a man who is in a movie about those very idiots dancing on the plane he was on.
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Andreas Bilfinger, the spokesperson with Germany Trade & Invest, Germany’s economic development agency, speaks during an interview with China Radio International. (Photo: China Plus)
A spokesperson with Germany's economic development agency has called the upcoming China International Import Expo (CIIE) an important platform for boosting exchanges between firms in China and Germany.
Andreas Bilfinger, the spokesperson with Germany Trade & Invest, said the CIIE will give a boost to economic and trade ties between China and Germany.
"The CIIE provides great opportunities for the two sides to exchange ideas concerning specific projects, as well as to discuss the broad prospects for cooperation in the future, laying a solid foundation for mutually beneficial and win-win cooperation. There are close bilateral economic and trade ties between China and Germany, and I firmly believe that the import expo will take these relationships to a new level," said Bilfinger.
China is Germany's most important trading partner, and Germany is China's largest trading partner in Europe.
In 2017, the volume of bilateral trade between the two countries was 186.6 billion Euros, or some 210 billion U.S. dollars.
Germany is one of the 12 countries taking part in the import expo in Shanghai that has been granted the status of a "Guest of Honor."
Nearly 200 German enterprises have registered to attend the event, from sectors that include artificial intelligence, automotive manufacturing, engineering, medicine, and chemicals.
One of the highlights of the event will be a 200-ton milling machine made by German manufacturer Waldrich Coburg. It will be the largest single item on display.
Andreas Bilfinger said that innovation plays a significant role in Germany's manufacturing sector.
"I believe that the highlight for the German companies taking part will be the focus on innovation, rather than the specific products that are on display. On the one hand, innovation consolidates our advantages in global competition; on the other hand, it helps a company to better cope with the competition it faces in its domestic market," said Bilfinger.
Andreas Bilfinger expected that Germany Trade & Invest will build links with some of China's domestic enterprises at the expo. This will provide them with the opportunity to access support that will help them to enter Germany's market.
"Our Chinese partners and us, as well as all of the German and Chinese companies participating in the China International Import Expo, will grasp the opportunities brought about by the expo to engage in dialogue on the basis of equality and mutual benefit, enhance mutual trust, and boost cooperation. Both sides share the same goal of promoting a steady, healthy development of economic relations between China and Germany," said Bilfinger.
Nearly 3000 companies from more than 130 countries and regions have registered to take part in the expo in Shanghai next week.


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Kevin Murphy and Ocean Waste Plastics
In 2018 Kevin Murphy made the decision to manufacture all of their bottles out of 100% Ocean Waste Plastic (OWP) in a bid to help clean plastics out of the oceans.
For every package that is made from OWP instead of virgin, it is like removing 4-5 plastic bags from the ocean!
Eight million tons of plastic are dumped into our oceans every year, which equates to 150 million tons or in excess of 5 trillion individual pieces of plastic littering our oceans.
Production of recycled resin uses 85% less energy and emits 75% fewer greenhouse gases than the production of virgin resin.
Because of this devastating truth, Kevin Murphy made the decision to move to a more responsible manufacturing platform, with their whole product line including caps, pumps and over-caps being manufactured out of 100% OWP. As a company producing 14.5 million pieces of plastic in the making of their bottles every year, this equates to lifting 360 tons of plastic or 14 million plastic bottles from oceans and rivers each year.


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Samsung announced yesterday that it is combining its hardware and software for a better gaming experience, bringing the Samsung Gaming Hub to its 2022 lineup of smart TVs and monitors. Game streaming content on the hub includes Xbox, NVIDIA GeForce Now, Google Stadia, and Utomik, as well as YouTube and Spotify apps. Twitch has also been added and Amazon Luna will be available soon.
The company is rolling out its gaming hub to Samsung TVs like the 2022 Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED 4K, and 2022 Smart Monitor series.
The unofficial Twitch.TV app was removed from Samsung smart TVs in 2019, so the new marks the first time the official app has been on the platform. Amazon’s Luna cloud gaming service has been available on Fire TVs since March, and this partnership with Samsung could give the fledgling gaming service a way to reach more gamers.
Microsoft’s Xbox TV app is the biggest new addition as it’s currently exclusive to the Samsung Gaming Hub and provides access to Xbox Cloud Gaming.
Announced at the Consumer Electronics Show 2022), the Samsung Gaming Hub offers consumers a way to access leading cloud gaming services on their smart TV – no console or PC needed.
Smart TVs offer an increasingly viable alternative to dedicated gaming hardware and Samsung is betting that an all-in-one destination for cloud-based and console-based gaming will appeal to gamers who prioritize convenience.
“The Samsung Gaming Hub combines Samsung’s leadership in streaming technology with our experience in creating the most advanced hardware in the industry, removing barriers to entry so people can just play,” Won-Jin Lee, president and head of the Service Business team at Samsung Electronics, said in a statement. “With expanding partnerships between major game streaming services and expert recommendations, gamers will be able to easily browse and discover games from the widest selection available, regardless of platform.”
Gamers with dedicated game consoles can use Samsung’s support for passthrough controller inputs with smart TVs, allowing them to use a single controller instead of pairing several. This way, consumers can use the Bluetooth headsets and controllers they already own on apps and devices.
Samsung Gaming Hub users will also have access to game recommendations, gaming news and tutorials as they could on a dedicated gaming console.


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Honor kicked off its Mobile World Congress 2023 with the Magic5 flagship series, but the star of the show was the Magic Vs, another phone that will finally be available globally.
Magic5 series and Magic Vs global launch
Honor has officially announced its event for 27th February which will be held at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The company is expected to unveil the new Magic5 series, as well as bring the Magic Vs to the global market.


text: The looming lack of Raf Simons' presence was felt today in Paris at the first Dior presentation since his abrupt departure three months ago. Besides the glaring absence of Simons' favored floral structures - the show was housed in a nevertheless stunning mirrored box at the Musée Rodin - the collection felt distinctively directionless, as the creative director position has yet to be filled. Without a star designer at the helm, the task of creating the spring 2016 couture line fell on the shoulders of the Dior design team, led by Serge Ruffieux and Lucie Meier. Technically speaking, the silhouettes and details were on brand, but showstopping? Not so much. That's not to say that the show was a total fail, of course. A-listers in abundance, a gorgeous venue, and wearable looks came together to make it a major Paris moment. Click through for an inside look!


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Fresh new look for Kia Carnival people mover
All-new model to build to build on previous success.
The fourth generation of Kia’s Carnival people mover is being readied for launch, with details released this week of the new model’s stylishly overhauled interior.
In what is clearly a calculated trickle-feed of information on the new model, the interior images land less than a month after Kia released exterior shots of its popular mid-sized MPV.
The Carnival, which is sold in many markets worldwide as the Sedona, has notched up more than two million sales since the first generation launched in 1998.
It’s easily Australia’s most popular people mover and last year claimed a silver medal in the Best Family Wagon category of the Australia’s Best Cars awards.
This all-new fourth-generation model promises to build on that success with a raft of significant new changes.
The interior of this Korean-market model shows a new wrap-around dashboard, with a high fascia and high-tech looks courtesy of dual-screen infotainment technologies with haptic touch controls.
Premium materials, quality design and innovative technology help differentiate the new model from its predecessor, with Kia describing it as having a “futuristic new cabin for the 2020s”.
The dash itself features two digital displays comprising a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 12.3-inch infotainment system touchscreen under a single piece of glass.
Kia says the display provides a wide variety of information across the two screens, with infotainment functions controlled via touch-sensitive buttons around the screen, and similar controls for the climate control system down by the centre console. A shift-by-wire dial for the transmission also sits at the base of the centre console.
Like its predecessor, the new MPV boasts significant levels of space for passengers in all rows, with Kia claiming its designers have created a greater sense of roominess inside, with a renewed focus on “modernity and style”.
Depending on market, the new Carnival offers owners three or four-row seating configurations, with space in its longer and wider body for seven, nine or 11 occupants.
Kia claims best-in-class luggage space and says that in its popular seven-seat configuration the Carnival boasts “business class” seating with reclining “captain’s chairs” for second-row occupants, with adjustable backrests, armrests and legrests.
The Carnival also offers plenty of practical storage options for occupants, with a range of new features for stowing, supporting and even charging electronic devices and smaller items.
Second-row occupants have access to back-of-seat USB chargers, storage nets for mobile devices, and a new storage drawer in the base of the rear console, with a tray for storing tablets or phones.
Last month Kia released exterior images of the new model which it dubs a “Grand Utility Vehicle”, saying it has “been designed to appeal to progressive young families, with a leading combination of innovation, flexibility, and style”.
The new SUV-inspired design features a shorter front overhang, with the base of the A-pillar moved backwards to create a longer bonnet.
A longer wheelbase also contributes to greater space throughout the cabin, while giving the car a longer, slightly more athletic silhouette.
Styling-wise, a character line runs along the length of the car, linking the front and rear lamps, while the bold wheel arches and sharp lines along the body give the new model a more sculpted appearance.
Blacked-out A and B-pillars support the body-coloured roof, with an eye-catching new C-pillar signature design reportedly inspired by the new Sorento.
Up front the Carnival features what Kia is calling a new “tiger face” which extends across the width of the vehicle, linking the headlamps and LED daytime running lights (DRLs) with the brand’s so-called “tiger-nose” grille, creating a more purposeful look when viewed head-on.
At the rear, the Carnival boasts a wide, distinctive new design which uses full-width lines to emphasize the car’s width and sense of solidity.
The new Kia Carnival is due on sale in Korea, Kia’s domestic market, in the third quarter of 2020, with Australian sales expected in early 2021.


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Logitech calls its $79 Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 an innovation in typing technology, and after using our evaluation model for a week, we certainly agree.
Logitech's K750 wireless solar keyboard gets our Editors' Choice Award for being an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional input devices with convenient extras and at an affordable price.
Logitech's K750 wireless solar keyboard gets our Editors' Choice Award for being an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional input devices with convenient extras and an affordable price.
A woman is so unhappy with the work of her contractor that she posts a scathing review on Yelp. The contractor claims he lost business because of it and is suing her.
The brothers made famous by a Facebook legal battle flex their new VC muscles and bet on Hukkster, a discount online shopping service.
We covered Toshiba's 15-inch no-eyeglass 3D laptop prototype extensively at CES 2011, and Toshiba's U.K. arm is the first to announce the retail version, now called the Qosmio F750 3D.
The K760 is Logitech's latest entry in its expanding line of solar-powered Blueooth keyboards.
CNET editors reveal the best bets for printers and peripherals this holiday season.
The Logitech Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 that earned our Editor's Choice award earlier this month is now available in a Mac version replete with all the familiar keys you'd find on Apple keyboards--music and brightness controls, command keys, and an eject key in the corner.
For this week's giveaway, we're serving up Logitech's nifty new solar-powered wireless keyboard, the K750.


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Aim to make Nokia one of top smartphone brands in 3-5 yrs: HMD
2017 quarter with Samsung commanding 24 per cent market share.
NEW DELHI: HMD Global, which holds the rights for Nokia brand name, aims to rank among the top smartphone players in the next 3-5 years in India as it works towards restoring the old glory of the iconic label.
Once a dominant player in the Indian market, some time around 2012, Nokia began to see a downfall in its market share, hurt by its slow response to changing trends like dual SIM, touch screen smartphones.
This was also the time when homegrown firms like Micromax and others like Samsung began to eat into Nokia's market share, leaving it with under 10 per cent share at the end of 2012.
"In the next 3-5 years, we want to be amongst the top players in the market, there is no question about it," HMD Global Vice President India Ajey Mehta told .
He added that the company has received a great response to all its devices launched in the market so far.
Asked about how the company plans to compete with rivals that are spending millions of dollars on marketing, Mehta said: "We want to build a firm foundation and a sustainable business going forward".
"We will compete on the pillars that we believe Nokia can stand on -- brand, pure Android, designer craftsmanship and real life experiences," he added.
India is one of the fastest growing smartphone markets globally. As per International Data Corporation (IDC), 28 million smartphones were shipped to India in the April-June 2017 quarter with Samsung commanding 24 per cent market share. The others in the top 5 tally included Xiaomi (17 per cent), Vivo (13 per cent), Oppo (8 per cent) and Lenovo (7 per cent).
HMD today launched a new device -- Nokia 8 -- priced at Rs 36,999 that will be available in India starting October 14.The device will be available across key mobile retail outlets as well as on Amazon.in. It features 5.3-inch display, 4GB RAM, 64 GB internal memory (expandable up to 256 GB), 13MP rear and front camera and 3090 mAh battery.


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PIMS 2018: Suzuki Revival on Full Showcase Led by All-New Suzuki Jimny
Suzuki is experiencing a renaissance of sorts with the successive release of what could inarguably be the best versions of its models yet. Case in point--the fourth-gen Vitara, the facelifted Ciaz, and the latest iterations of the Dzire subcompact sedan and Swift hatchback. Along with the arrival of the all-new Jimny, the Japanese car brand looks like it's hitting its stride anew.
Suzuki showcases the aforementioned cars in this year’s Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS). Observing this year’s theme of 'Future Mobility,' Suzuki split its area into two--one for highlighting this year's lineup, and the other for launching the immediately iconic Jimny, which, according to Suzuki Automobiles Philippines Vice President and General Manager Shuzo Hoshikura, received "so many inquiries" and has "a year-long waiting list" for its buyers.
"We have sent one Jimny to each Suzuki dealer, but please don't buy them. If you do, there will be no car for buyers to look at," Hoshikura quipped.
You can check out Suzuki's booths at the Main Hall at this year's PIMS, which runs until Sunday, October 28.


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On Twitter, Musk recently confirmed that the objective of the cameras built in above the rear-view mirror of the Model 3 is to record video when owners put their auto on Tesla's future network, which he said would compete with Uber and Lyft. Yes, these are the same stores that the EV company announced it was scaling back when it first started selling the low-priced Model 3. Deliveries of the entry-level models start this weekend - more than six weeks after the company starting taking orders. Monthly payments vary from a little over $500 for the Model 3 Standard Range Plus to $889 for the Model 3 Performance.
The electric auto maker has removed the $35,000 Model 3 from its website for buyers to order and announced the Standard Range is now a "software-limited" variant of the Standard Plus.
Apparently addressing controversy over Autopilot price cuts, Tesla has chose to simply bundle the feature as a standard safety feature across its entire lineup.
The effective base price of a Model 3 ordered online is now $40,700.
Further changes include the fitment of the Autopilot package as standard equipment, though the changes see the price of the Model 3 Standard Plus rise by US$2000 to US$39,500 ($55,365.18) - previously the Autopilot option came at a $3000 premium. Now, the vehicle will cost $39,500, effectively making Autopilot a $2,000 premium built into the price. The lease runs for 36 months, and lessees can choose from three annual mileage allotments - 10,000, 12,000 or 15,000 miles per year.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk explained the reason for the Model 3's mysterious cockpit camera.
It's important to highlight that "customers who choose leasing over owning will not have the option to purchase their vehicle at the end of the lease".
A software-limited Standard Plus means the range is reduced by 10 percent and onboard music streaming service, navigation with live traffic visualization, and heated seats features are disabled. Ordering one requires a call or visit to a Tesla store. Interestingly, Tesla said lease customers won't get the option to buy back their vehicles at the end of the term, because "with full autonomy coming in the future via an over-their-air software update, we plan to use those vehicles in the Tesla ride-hailing network", Tesla wrote.
The Average Directional Index or ADX is a popular technical indicator created to help measure trend strength. Relative Volume (RVOL) is a volume indicator, meaning it assists measure shareholder interest in a stock.
US regulators have issued a formal recall for all models of Fisher-Price "Rock 'n Play" sleepers amid rising safety concerns. The CPSC now urges consumers to immediately stop using the product and contact Fisher-Price for a refund or voucher.
The new species were named luzonensis because of the place where the fossils were found in the island of Luzon . In particular, the teeth they found had a surprising combination of elements from different early humans.
It hopes to win enough seats to lure regional parties opposed to Modi to back it after the election and form the government. India's economy has continued to grow under Modi, jostling with the United Kingdom for the fifth-largest in the world.
White said her job helps support her two children, and for the most part, she's liked working for the company - until now. What if I scheduled a Peapod delivery? The company said it remains ready and available to meet with union locals.
On the tour of England this time around, Kohli scored 593 runs and eventually finished the year with five Test centuries. Curran, who made his ODI and Test debuts, also helped Surrey to the County Championship title past year .
The agency was monitoring for high waves as the quake had the potential to trigger a tsunami , it added. A spokesman for Indonesia's Geophysical Agency announced the warning after the quake hit on Friday.
Potts said it does not appear the suspect, a 24-year-old male, had a relationship with the child or the child's family. Police in Bloomington tweeted that a 5-year-old child suffered injuries and was being treated at a hospital Friday.
But with protesters demanding an overhaul of the political system, the interim leader's identity may not be a foregone conclusion. On the streets of Algiers, the scale of the challenge facing him was evident as protesters chanted: "Bensalah go away!"
Former Obama aide expected to be charged soon
Attorney's Office for the Southern District of NY "thoroughly investigated" the case and decided not to pursue charges. President Donald Trump's former campaign chairman Paul Manafort and former national security adviser Michael Flynn.
Cent Flames Wendy Williams Following Divorce Announcement
Their relationship has been riddled with rumors of his infidelities, including that he allegedly had a child with his mistress . He alleged that Hunter accused him of hooking Hudson up with other guys, then fired him from The Wendy Williams Show .
Trump signs orders for 'revival' of US energy
An official said Tuesday that the new executive order would affect "future" permitting for energy projects at the border. Trump pulled no punches against NY when he signed executive orders to expedite pipeline projects Wednesday afternoon.
Man sets himself on fire in front of the White House
The White House was put on lockdown Friday after a man on a mobility scooter set himself on fire outside the North Lawn. The suspect was "operating an electric wheelchair-type scooter" when officials say he set his outer jacket on fire.
Google Currents is the Reanimated Corpse of Google+
Google Plus Social Media site went dark on April 2nd , 2019, but the service is not entirely dead as of now. However, the G Suite version was not pulled down, perhaps to gradually help enterprises embrace Currents.
Star Wars Films Will Go on Break After Episode IX
We will take a pause for some time and reset. because the Skywalker saga comes to an end with this ninth movie. Mark Hamill is just as anxious about audiences getting tired with " Star Wars " as fans are.
Kyler Murray Visits The New York Giants
The last two No. 1 overall selections - Baker Mayfield in 2018 and Myles Garrett in 2017 - opted not to attend the draft. There are many tales of players being drafted without ever having contact with their new team beforehand.
Severe Thunderstorms Move Through Charlotte Area
By Thursday, the storm is expected to explode in the Plains, with blizzard conditions developing from Nebraska to Minnesota. She says you can get an email alert, or be notified via phone call or text message when severe weather is headed your way.


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Police have made two arrests as they continue with their crackdown on crime at Victoria Retail Park in Netherfield.
Officers say the initiative has been launched after a spate of thefts at the shopping area since coronavirus restrictions were lifted.
Yesterday, police officers spotted a suspicious vehicle on the retail park containing two men and a woman. They noticed that the car contained wine and gin which they suspected had been stolen from one of the nearby shops.
A few quick enquiries later and the two men were promptly arrested and have since been interviewed and charged.
A police spokesman said: “The recent spate of thefts has resulted in numerous reports in a post-lockdown shopping frenzy.
“A combination of uniformed officers in marked vehicles and our plain clothed officers are being used to combat any incidents arising.”


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Given recent actions taken by Warner Bros. Discovery, it would be understandable to be concerned about the HBO Max streaming service. During the company’s second-quarter earnings call, it was announced that HBO Max would be merging with Discovery+, with the combined streaming service set to launch in the U.S. in the summer of 2023.
JB Perrette, CEO and president of global streaming and interactive at Warner Bros. Discovery, said that the HBO Max/Discovery+ streaming service will combine the best elements of both. “At the end of the day, putting all the content together was the only way we saw to make this a viable business,” Perrette explained, adding that the combined service will include “something for everyone in the household.” The company didn’t announce a new brand name for the service or what it will cost, but HBO Max currently costs $14.99 a month without ads and $9.99 a month with ads in the U.S., while Discovery+ is priced at $6.99 a month without ads and $4.99 a month with ads.
Perrette said HBO Max has had “performance and customer” issues but offers a rich set of features, while Discovery+ has a “more robust underlying delivery capability” despite its more limited features. He added that “there’s much work to be done over the coming months” in getting the combined HBO Max and Discovery streaming service in order. “There’s lots to do, we’re determined to get it right, which will take a bit of time,” Perrette said. The primary focus of the rollout will be in markets where HBO Max has already launched. “We plan to launch the service sequentially starting in the US next summer,” Perrette said. “Latin America will follow later in the year. European markets with HBO Max will follow in early ‘24 with additional launches and key Asia Pacific territories and some new European markets coming later in 2024.” Warner Bros. Discovery expects to have 130 million streaming subscribers across the globe by 2025.
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HP Buys HyperX In US$425 Million Gaming Push
HP, which has been desperate to compete with the likes of Alienware, Acer, and a surging Lenovo in the gaming market, has snapped up Kingston’s gaming peripherals brand HyperX for close to half a billion dollars.
HyperX products including headsets, keyboards, mice, mouse pads, USB microphones, and console accessories will now be sold by HP alongside its own Omen gaming computers. The deal is worth $425 million USD, or $533 million AUD.
Enrique Lores, President and CEO, HP, hyped up the purchase, describing HyperX as a trusted leader in gaming peripherals.
“We continue to advance our leadership in Personal Systems by modernising compute experiences and expanding into valuable adjacencies.
“We see significant opportunities in the large and growing peripherals market, and the addition of HyperX to our portfolio will drive new sources of innovation and growth for our business,” he said.
According to John Tu, Co-founder and CEO, Kingston, the move was a natural fit for HyperX, which he bills as designed to meet gamers’ most rigorous demands.
“Both of our companies thrive because we focus on our employees and share the same core values and culture.
“David Sun (Co-founder and COO) and I saw the possibilities for the HyperX business and its employees and we both realized that this change brings a brighter future for HyperX,” he said.
HP faces stiff competition in the gaming market from a number of other brands, such as Dell’s Alienware, Acer’s Predator range, Lenovo’s Legion range, and specialists like MSI. The global peripherals market is expected to hit $12.2 billion USD by 2024, with gaming making up a large chunk of this growth.
Kingston will retain its DRAM, flash, and SSD product portfolio for gamers and enthusiasts.


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Harley-Davidson finalizes sale of European brand
Harley-Davidson has concluded the sale of subsidiary MV Agusta to the Italian motorcycle maker’s former owner, according to a release from Harley.
Claudio Castiglioni and his wholly owned holding company, MV Agusta Motor Holding, will take control of the brand. Castiglioni has served as MV Agusta’s chairman since 2008, when Harley-Davidson acquired the company.
In October 2009, Harley-Davidson announced its intention to sell MV Agusta as part of a new corporate strategy to focus resources on the Harley-Davidson brand. Since then, Harley-Davidson has held discussions with various potential MV Agusta buyers.
“MV Agusta is a proud brand and we wish Mr. Castiglioni and the company’s employees well,” Harley-Davidson CEO Keith Wandell said in the release. “Our decision to divest MV Agusta reflects our strategy to focus our efforts and our investment on the Harley-Davidson brand, as we believe this provides an optimal path to long-term growth.”
Yamaha Motor University starts mobile Web site
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., has launched its Yamaha Motor University (YMU) Sales Resource Center mobile Web site. The site is designed to make sales consultants more effective during the sales process, stated Yamaha in a press release.
The site allows sales consultants to be reached anywhere, and it features real-time information. The site also features a Walk-Around Presentations tool, which gives a reference guide of key features and benefits.
“More customers are using the Internet and mobile devices to educate themselves and they are expecting the same level of product knowledge from the sales consultant,” Bill Kubes, YMU training manager, stated in the release. “Yamaha feels it’s very important to provide the sales network with the right tools to meet customer expectations and that’s why the site was developed.”
Sales consultants are able to sign up for text alerts when new information is added.
Industry veteran petersen leaves ITP/Carlisle
Craig Petersen has left the Carlisle Tire & Wheel Company and its subsidiary Industrial Tire Products (ITP) to pursue new business opportunities. Petersen had been with ITP/Carlisle since 1986, most recently serving as director of sales and marketing for the powersports segment.
“I sincerely enjoyed my time at ITP, watching it grow into an industry leader,” Petersen said in a press release. “Much of the credit for that success goes to the many distributors, dealers, industry leaders and enthusiasts I had the pleasure of working with at ITP. That growth would not have been possible without their support. I’ll miss the day-to-day interaction with my colleagues at ITP and Carlisle, but I look forward to building even more personal and business relationships while focusing on fresh challenges.”
ADP Lightspeed provides dealer performance reports
ADP Lightspeed, a provider of dealer management solutions, launched a new section within its Web site dedicated to Data Services. This section contains industry studies, which will be updated on a regular basis.
Reports within the Data Services section of Adplightspeed.com include parts searched by source and new units by year. These reports will be updated regularly to demonstrate changes in dealership performance across the industry.
“To be successful in the current market environment, the powersports industry needs accurate information to make informed decisions,” stated Dave Johnson, manufacturer solutions and consulting with ADP Lightspeed. “Our goal is to provide information dealers, manufacturers and distributors need to navigate their business to success.”
KYMCO unveils three new scooters
KYMCO released three new scooter models, which all feature a two-year factory warranty. The models include the Downtown 300i, Like 200i and Super 8 50 2T.
The new Downtown 300i (MSRP: $5,599) has an estimated 69 mpg rating and features an all new four-valve electronic fuel-injected engine. It also has a lighted, under-seat storage space that’s big enough for two helmets and a watertight console compartment for cell phone storage, equipped with a 12V accessory outlet for charging a phone.
Weighing in at 245 pounds, the new Like 200i has a four-stroke, fuel-injected engine and also comes with instrumentation speedometer, odometer, fuel and clock. It retails for $3,399.
A smaller option is the Super 8 50 2T (MSRP: $2,099). With a 49cc engine, the two-stroke features KYMCO’s CVT automatic transmission.
NPA, software provider sign contract extension
National Powersport Auctions (NPA) and LiveBlock Auctions International (LAI), a software provider, have completed a multi-year contract renewal, announced LiveBlock.
As part of this agreement LAI will continue to provide live online auction software and services to NPA through December 2013.
“NPA has worked closely with LAI the last several years to make our NPA Simulcast platform the best in the industry,” Jim Woodruff, COO of NPA, stated in the press release. “We look forward to continuing to set the standard for what can be done with this technology, as well as advancing the exclusive features we’ve developed to enhance the experience for our dealers and maximize returns for our clients.”
Groups launch campaign against ethanol increase
Environment and industry groups have joined together to launch a campaign calling on Congress to require objective and thorough scientific testing before allowing the amount of ethanol in gasoline to be increased, the American Motorcycle Association (AMA) stated in a press release.
The groups are collectively sponsoring an ad, running since July 22, with the tagline, “Say NO to untested E15” in order to bring attention to
consumer safety and environmental protection, the release stated. Their efforts are focused on persuading Congress and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reject proposals by some in the ethanol industry to allow the amount of ethanol in gasoline to increase by 50 percent.
Approximately 36 groups have signed a letter going out to leaders of the Senate urging opposition to any amendment to the impending energy bill that would authorize the sale of gasoline with more than 10 percent ethanol. The groups believe more testing is necessary to determine how much ethanol is too much.
“The AMA supports the use of cleaner-burning fuels, but we are concerned that, if the allowable level of ethanol is raised, it could result in premature engine damage or failure while a bike is being ridden on a highway,” Imre Szauter, AMA government relations manager, stated in the release. “We are also concerned about any degradation in performance, fuel economy and rideability that may result from the long-term use of blended fuels with greater than 10 percent ethanol.” PSB


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Fans of extra-spicy hot hatches may soon have a new reason to celebrate as the tea leaves are increasingly pointing to a new Ford Focus RS. Like every
other automaker, Ford of course never comments on announced products until they are shown at an auto show nine months to a year before production. After
that of course we can't get them to stop talking but that's another story.
When Ford delivered the last generation Focus RS to European enthusiasts five years ago, it was widely lauded as one of the best handling front-wheel drive
cars of all time. This was particularly impressive given that those front tires had to provide directional control at the same time they transmitted more
than 300 hp to the pavement. The one thing the Focus RS was unable to do was share the fun with American drivers.
That last RS pre-dated the One Ford philosophy which has consolidated virtually all of Ford's products including the current Focus onto a handful of global
platforms. The result of that globalization effort has been the introduction of several previously unavailable in America products like the Focus ST,
Fiesta ST and C-MAX. If Ford does indeed build a new RS, it will be derived from a car already sold in this market so elements like crash safety are
What about propulsion?
The previous RS was motivated by a turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder that was sourced from Volvo. In the past five years, Volvo has passed on to new
Chinese ownership and Ford has aggressively pursued a strategy of offering EcoBoost turbocharged and direct-injected engines in almost every platform they
build. Ford now has five EcoBoost engines ranging from a 1.0-liter triple to the 3.5-liter V6 grandaddy of the lineup and a sixth is expected to arrive in
A larger 2.3-liter four-pot is expected to make an appearance in both the next Mustang and the production version of the Lincoln MKC crossover. The
2.0-liter in the Focus ST already cranks out 255-hp and a 2.3-liter could reasonably expected to produce upwards of 300 without trying too hard. Since
we're almost 100 percent certain this larger EcoBoost four will be available around the world in the new Mustang, it must be capable of meeting global
Does it make business sense?
Ford has a globally certified platform and a suitable engine, so what's the problem. Well there is the issue of that EcoBoost-powered Mustang. Why would
you want a Focus when you can have a Mustang with the same powertrain? Hard as it may be for pony car fans to stomach, there are people that would rather
have a compact hatchback than a brawny rear-drive coupe or convertible. The reverse obviously holds true as well.
The advantage of the One Ford platform strategy is that they can put a wide variety of body styles to meet every conceivable need on the same hardware set.
The C-segment platform already has four Focus body-styles, two C-MAX variants, the Escape/Kuga and the upcoming Transit Connect and MKC. While Ford is
reducing platforms, they clearly feel that there is plenty of room in the market for different flavors.
Ford of Europe product development chief Barb Samardzich has said as much. "
There's more room for more performance products
across the range in the small, medium and large car segments," said Samardzich. "A whole suite of such cars is what I have in mind." If we can have a
Fiesta ST and a Focus ST, why not a Focus RS and a Mustang?
Since most of the hardest work is already done to develop the platforms and engines, the incremental effort to mix and match them in different ways
shouldn't be that hard. Obviously a Focus RS would need some extra bits like suspension and brake upgrades and perhaps an electronically controlled
differential, but it's doable. Since Ford's manufacturing facilities for the C-Segment family are highly flexible (the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne
already builds, gas, hybrid, PHEV and electric flavors of Focus and C-MAX) so one more can't be that big a problem.
Volkswagen already sells the Golf R here in the U.S. with a sticker price of more than $35,000 and Ford is commanding higher transaction prices for
mainstreaming models thanks to its Titanium trim levels so Focus RS in the low $30s is not a completely absurd idea. The Focus ST has been selling well
since going on sale last summer and the Fiesta ST is expected to follow suit.
While no one is speaking on the record yet, sources hiding behind the blue oval indicate that a Focus RS as described here will almost certainly happen and
when it does, it will probably be available to American drivers.


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There seems to be no respite for the payments banks in India with rigid regulations, constant bureaucracy roadblocks and competition from commercial banks. With the closure of Aditya Birla Payments Bank and Vodafone m-Pesa, fundamental problems regarding the business viability under the existing framework are becoming more apparent.
Manifesting from several reasons which make payments bank business unviable, State Bank of India (SBI) released a report titled ‘Payments Banks – A Case of Near Yet Too Far’. The report highlights how the future of payments banks stands on shaky ground.
Payments banks’ business model has been rendered unfeasible due to the developments in the market and failure to implement the theoretical framework to support existing banking services across the Indian economy.
SBI runs its own payments bank through a joint venture with Reliance Industry Limited (RIL). The bank owns 30% while remaining stakes controlled by RIL.
For a quick context, we will take you through the brief history of payments banks.
The idea of payments bank (PB) was recommended to RBI by the Nachiket Mor committee to provide financial inclusion to the underserved population of low-income households, small businesses, and migrant workers by providing them with small savings accounts, ATM cards, and payment services.
Packaged as a gamechanger for financial inclusion, RBI had awarded the license to 11 entities to run payments banks. Amidst all the fanfare around the launch, four license holders – Cholamandalam, Dilip Shanghvi (Sun Pharma), IDFC Bank and Telenor Financial Services had surrendered their licenses within 5 months.
Their decision to stay away from running payments banks was prudent. This can be gauged from the recent shutdowns of Aditya Birla Payments Bank and Vodafone’s m-Pesa.
The concept of PBs was similar on the lines of RBI’s tryst Local Area Banks (LABs) which were floated in the late 1990s by the apex bank. LABs were launched to provide efficient and competitive financial intermediation services in a limited area of operation.
But as fate had it, the LABs have struggled ever since their inception. They are engulfed in a cluster of grave issues ranging from limitations to competition for funds with scheduled commercial banks, customer acquisition et al.
Likewise for PBs, having strict regulations such as a blanket ban on any type of lending, inability to accept deposits higher than Rs 1 lakh and the huge capital requirement of maintaining the capital to risk-weighted assets ratio of 15%, posed as major challenges for them.
The restrictions on lending and accepting deposits have destroyed the possibility of PBs ever competing with traditional banks. Deposits up to Rs 1 lakh comprise only 9% of total deposits of the banking system in terms of value and not having the revenue channel of money lending business creates further problems for PBs, added the report.
Besides, the payment banks required to pay at least 4% interest on their savings deposits on which they earn an average of 6.5% on government securities. It left them only a 2.5% spread for their own expenditure and for somehow making profits as well.
Since the scope of making money out of payments bank’s operations is minimal, it also kept reflecting on financial results. Collectively, all of them posted a loss of Rs 516.5 crores in FY18.
Other regulatory burdens include having a majority of independent directors, operating a minimum of 25% of physical access points in rural areas, blockage of subsidiary structure like non-banking financial companies, and restrictions on accepting deposits from non-resident Indians made the model more unviable.
Hammering hard with his view John BaRoss, Founder-Director of Finnclude said, “the economic viability of Payment Banks has been in doubt since the RBI released its suffocating restrictions. As over four years of Payment Banks underperforming and quitting continued, the RBI did nothing to adjust its overly restrictive, failing experimental guidelines to help the advance of financial inclusion in India. (In parallel PMJDY statistics show that about ~50% of PMJDY accounts are unused.).”
He also emphasized that there are serious problems on the two key fronts of India’s supposed commitment to advancing financial inclusion in these past 4-5 years. BaRoss runs a non-profit global mobile financial service which works with national banks and financial regulatory institutions to help advance financial inclusion in economies across the globe.
Meanwhile, the SBI report also listed suggestions to alleviate the problems faced by payments banks. Some of the possible solutions include having the arrangements to automatically transfer funds in accounts exceeding Rs 1 lakh, and access to Aadhaar based KYC.
The biometric KYC reduces the cost of verification by about three folds as compared to the manual one. Further, it expedites the entire process.
According to the report, the initial costs of investments are steep and with the imposition of strict regulations, profits are not viable in the near future. It also suggests RBI allow PBs to cross-sell third-party services including financial products.
While the choking RBI regulations and the stagnant state of innovation in payments banks are not very confidence-inspiring, there can be a possible turnaround if the Government backs the sector with much-required reforms.
In case that happens, PBs will have a level playing field with established traditional banking service providers.


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[Musikmesse] Universal Audio Apollo Shipping
Universal Audio announces that the Apollo interface is now shipping.
Coinciding with initial product shipments, Apollo is on display at this year’s Frankfurt MusikMesse, March 21st-24th, in SEA/UA booth #C68 in hall 5.1, with live demonstrations by Fab Dupont (Jennifer Lopez, Mark Ronson, Santigold) and vocalist Liza Colby.
Pricing & Availability:
The Apollo High-Resolution Audio Interface is now available in both DUO CORE and QUAD CORE processing formats with estimated street prices of $1,999 (DUO processing model) and $2,499 (QUAD processing model).
Apollo’s Thunderbolt Option Card will be shipping in Summer 2012, with pricing TBD.
*Compatible with Mac OS X 10.6 and 10.7; Windows 7 support coming Summer 2012.
Learn more about Apollo here: www.uaudio.com/apollo
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Chelsea reveal their brand new black 2013-14 third kit [Pictures & Video]
Chelsea have unveiled images of their brand new third kit for the 2013-14 season.
As explained on the Chelsea website:
The new kit is designed to represent ‘the future of football’ with sleek matte black-on-black prints lining a mesh panel which allows for optimal ventilation. The futuristic design is further complimented by the metallic silver three stripes which run down the sleeves and the black and silver finish to the club badge.
The new design continues a tradition of black-based kits manufactured by adidas for Chelsea since 2006. Black is a colour long associated with the club as the first kits featured black socks until 1959, with the first all-black away kit debuted in the 2002/03 season.
Pictures of the new Chelsea kit are below.
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March 31 (Reuters) - Web search provider Blucora Inc is set to challenge Spencer Spirit Holdings Inc's bid for consumer electronics retailer Brookstone Inc , the Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the matter.
Blucora plans to merge Brookstone with Monoprice, the online seller of electronics accessories it bought last year, the newspaper said. (http://link.reuters.com/gut97v)
Brookstone, which has battled disappointing sales and weak liquidity, has $140 million in debt, the Journal said.
The company, which had been looking for a potential buyer, said last week it was working with the owner of Spencer's retail chain for a sale of the company and was planning to file for bankruptcy to facilitate the process.
Blucora is likely to offer a material premium to Spencer's bid at the bankruptcy auction for Brookstone, which sells products ranging from massage chairs to bathroom slippers, the Journal said.
Blucora owns metasearch engines, including WebCrawler, and TaxACT, and online tax solutions provider.
Spencer, whose offer includes $120 million in cash and assumption of Brookstone's debt, was completing paperwork to be a "stalking horse bidder" at Brookstone's bankruptcy auction, the business daily reported, citing a Brookstone spokeswoman.
"Stalking horse bids" set baseline offers for the assets and are still subject to auctions.
Blucora spokeswoman Stacy Ybarra told Reuters, "We don't comment on speculations or rumors."
Brookstone and Spencer could not immediately be reached outside regular U.S. business hours.
Brookstone was taken private in 2005 by a group led by Osim - Asia's biggest maker of massage chairs - in a $445 million deal. The group included Temasek Holdings and private equity firm JW Childs Associates LP.
(Reporting by Arnab Sen in Bangalore)


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Commenting on his new role, Llewellyn (pictured) said: “I believe that FIPP’s traditional role of bringing together the world’s magazine industry to share best practice, publicise innovation, and celebrate success, has never been more crucial than in these tough trading times. Together with the challenge that digital change is creating for magazine publishers, it’s a pivotal moment in which FIPP has a real opportunity to help shape the future of an industry. It’s a tremendous challenge to take on and one that I’ve been looking forward to ever since the announcement of my appointment as CEO of the organisation earlier this year.”
Llewellyn has been a member of the FIPP Management Board since 1999, and served as its chairman between 2005 and 2007. He succeeds Donald Kummerfeld, who retired from his position on 31 May.
Llewellyn was international managing director of Bauer Media (formerly Emap Consumer Media) since 1998. He joined Emap in 1980 as a brand manager. At various times in his 29 years with the company, he was marketing director of the consumer magazine division, group research director of Emap PLC, and between 1992 and 1998 he was based in Paris as directeur général of Emap France.
During his career he has also been appointed chairman of the Board of FAEP, the European Magazine Association, between 1996 and 1998.


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Yes we know that James Bond and his Aston Martin DB10 have managed to do a great show in the new SPECTER movie, but former Stig Ben Collins named the Ford Mustang as the ultimate stunt car.
In his new Lionsgate film titled “Ben Collins: Stunt Driver,” puts a number of high-performance models to the test in an action-packed video with lots of stunning schemes. In the same video you will see the new BMW M3, McLaren 650S, Ariel Nomad, Noble M600 and Jaguar F-Type.
“The point of this adventure was to find the perfect car for an epic, high octane, Hollywood-style car chase, and it’s the iconic Ford Mustang that gets top billing. The Mustang is the weapon of choice to leave the bad guys standing in a cloud of tire smoke”, said Ben Collins.
As you may have read, the new generation Ford Mustang was already sold in more than 10.000 units across Europe. In the Ben Collins movie, the Mustang comes with the V8 5.0 liter that can deliver 421 horsepower.


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The report about top tourism spots cracking down as victims of their own success resonates with me, a Goan. While the report centres on European countries and the popular tourist places there, the problems that these countries face are the same for other places that have become victims because of tourism
Through strategic tourism initiatives and endless attractions the UAE has well strengthened its performance in terms of global tourism, a key part of its policy of economic diversification. This has placed the UAE among the world’s top tourist destinations.
Dubai welcomed 8.36 million international overnight visitors in the first six months (January-June) of 2019, posting a positive three per cent in tourism volume growth compared to the same period last year,
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has announced a partnership with House of ARY, one of the leading South Asian broadcast networks, to further strengthen travel demand to the emirate from Pakistan
Tourists to the Eternal City will no longer be able to catch their breath on the Spanish Steps, after Rome banned people from sitting on the famous monument.
Mubadala Investment Company, through its healthcare arm, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Nirvana Travel and Tourism to formalise their intention to collaborate on projects that will support a key Abu Dhabi Vision 2030
Germany’s second biggest city Hamburg is becoming one of the favourite travel destinations for Gulf travellers, offering them outstanding features, from great waterfront sites, high-end shopping facilities, luxurious hotels to exquisite culinary Michelin-star restaurants.
I woke up a few days ago to Twitter selfies of Westerners posing in Syrian government-controlled areas. Being an exiled Syrian for five years now, I try to avoid pictures of my home country.
The direct contribution of travel and tourism to the Middle East’s GDP is predicted to rise by 4.2 per cent per annum to $133.6 billion by 2028 — driven in part by additional tourists to the region as a result of mega-events,


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The world’s only right-hand drive Koenigsegg CCX-R Edition is for sale on the British version of Auto Trader – for NZ$3,935,553 (£1.5 million).
It is the most expensive car to ever appear for sale on the site – costing NZ$1,180,666 (£450,000) more than a Bugatti Veyron currently for sale.
Swedish car maker Koenigsegg is only making six CCX-R Editions, which features a 4.8-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine tuned to run on environmentally-friendly biofuel which develops 1018bhp and 796lb/ft of pulling power under the carbon fibre body.
This gives the Koenigsegg CCX-R Edition claimed performance figures of 0-100kph in 2.9 seconds and 0-200kph in 8.75 seconds before hitting a top speed of 408kph.
Running costs are high, with the CCX-R averaging just 12.8mpg.
Features on the Koenigsegg CCX-R Edition include 380mm ceramic front disc brakes, 19-inch alloys at the front and 20-inch at the rear and a g-force reader.
While it’s 4.3 metres long and 1.99 metres wide, it weighs 1280kg – 40kg more than a 1.6-litre Ford Focus, but with 10 times the power.
It’s ground clearance is just 100mm, but when approaching awkward speed bumps, the driver can activate a lifting system which raises the CCX-R to 145mm.
The hypercar will be arriving in the UK on September 29 for 10 days before being flown to Malaysia to see a prospective buyer.


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Netflix is considering offering a new, higher tier of service.
Dubbed Ultra, the new tier would allow four devices to receive Ultra HD video and audio streaming simultaneously. Netflix is currently testing the plans in several European territories in two versions with two different price points, according to Italian blog Tutto Android, which first reported the plan. One version would offer four Ultra HD streams at €16.99 ($19.80), while the existing $13.99 Premium plan would drop from four to two UHD streams.
“We continuously test new things at Netflix and these tests typically vary in length of time,” Smita Saran, a Netflix spokeswoman, told CNET in an email. “In this case, we are testing slightly different price points and features to better understand how consumers value Netflix.” Not all Netflix subscribers will see the test and the company may not ever offer the specific price points or features being tested, Saran added.
Netflix currently has three subscription plans: $7.99 Basic, $10.99 Standard and $13.99 Premium. Basic allows users to watch Netflix on one screen at a time; Standard allows viewing on two screens; and Premium allows four screens. Screens can be TVs, laptops, tablets or smartphones.
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Apple may have already planned a launch event for the iPhone SE 3 5G. Apple is reportedly planning a virtual event in March or April to unveil the next-generation iPhone SE, which could incorporate 5G.
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the 5G iPhone SE might be available “in a few short months.” According to Gurman’s sources, Apple will at least announce the next iPhone SE, which suggests that despite this forthcoming event is intended to launch the 5G iPhone SE, there is a good probability that Apple will introduce something else, if not any new hardware.
However we are still too far away from this event, the only thing we can concentrate on for the time being is the next-generation iPhone SE. According to Gurman, this is also what Apple is now concentrating on. There have been various reports circulating about the third generation of the iPhone SE, and nearly all of them have hinted at the prospect of 5G support.
The name of this model has shifted between iPhone SE 3 and iPhone SE 5G, which explains why there are so many different names for this next iPhone SE generation. The next inexpensive iPhone from Apple, whether called the iPhone SE 5G or the iPhone SE 3, will be significant for markets such as India. During an earnings call last year, Apple CEO Tim Cook stated that the iPhone SE has proven to be a hit phone in markets such as India, so continuing the lineup makes perfect sense. And, with 5G on the verge of a preliminary launch in India this year, a 5G iPhone SE will push sales. Specifications for the iPhone SE 3
Aside from 5G, the design of the iPhone SE 3 has been a source of contention. While original rumors stated that the next iPhone SE would appear like the iPhone XR, with a notched display and a single camera on the back, newer speculations suggest that it will retain the same old design as the iPhone 8. If that happens, that design, which is already three generations old, will be three generations old. Despite the promise of 5G, this may be a deal-breaker for many customers.
Ming-Chi Kuo, a well-known analyst, has also stated that the upcoming iPhone SE model will not resemble the iPhone XR, but will instead follow the design of the iPhone 8. As a result, because design enhancements are unlikely, the phone’s hardware will be greatly improved. For example, the iPhone SE 3 is reported to use a new chip, most likely the A15 Bionic seen in the iPhone 13 series.
That includes 5G. Additional 2022 events Gurman also forecasted what would happen after the iPhone SE event. He stated that Apple’s next major event would be WWDC in June, where iOS 16, tvOS 16, macOS 13, and watchOS 9 are scheduled to be announced. That is standard procedure for Apple, so it is nothing new. However, there is no word on what additional features these new software versions will have. Despite the anticipation that this year’s WWDC will be held in person, Gurman believes that “the 2022 Worldwide Developers Conference will be virtual for the third year in a row.” Streaming video


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Jio is for affordability in a world where data is new oil: Mukesh Ambani
Mumbai: Reliance Industries Ltd Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani said on Wednesday the company’s newly-launched telecom venture Reliance Jio stands for affordability and data is the new oil in the industry.
“Jio was conceived at a time when the world was fast digitising. What the Jio platform offers is partner with the next generation to solve problems for India to make sure our industries are more productive,” Ambani said.
“To my mind, data is the new natural resource. In that sense, India is blessed with 1.3 billion people, for it to have real value it has to be processed into intelligence. Data is the new oil and its benefit is immense to society. India with its young population will have a competitive advantage,” he added.
He was speaking at an interactive session at the Nasscom India Leadership Forum 2017 here.
Reliance Jio has disrupted the Indian telecom industry with its free data offer till March.
“With the investment in Jio and concurrent action spurred in the industry, India can be among the top 10 in broadband access. Data is the oxygen of this digital life and no Indian should have this in scarcity,” he added.
Ambani said human race is at the doorstep of fourth industrial revolution of convergence of digital and biological science. “At the foundation of fourth industrial revolution is connectivity and data, the convergence of all the sciences has been brought about.”
Ambani said Aadhaar has enabled Reliance Jio to have millions of customers within few months.
Talking about digital payments, he said: “After the Aadhaar, you consider the digital payments system that is fast developing. Earlier, loans and financial resources were only available to a few people at high value. Now, I see that changing on the basis of technology. Now based on data, you can get a loan on your mobile phone.”
“We are at the doorsteps of change in adapting technology to change the lives of people.”
“In this new world in terms of digitisation it is important to be open. Whatever the world trends may be, we have to make sure we are always open, always connected. The goal of improving the lives of hundreds of millions of people is the opportunity that we have,” he added.
Talking about digitisation, Ambani said: “We have opportunity to adapt artificial intelligence, natural language processing, drones in terms of our logistics. Opportunities are immense. Now we have infrastructure to do it in our own market and make India one of the biggest software markets”of the world.”
Counselling a five-point tip-sheet for budding entrepreneurs and potential start-up founders, Ambani said it is essential to find a passion for solving a problem without focusing primarily on financial returns.
“As an entrepreneur, you find a solution to the problem you are passionate about. It is not solving problems but first finding problems and then solving it. Financial results are actually a by-product. Failures are normal. Learn from them.
“Two non-negotiables for me is treat investors’ money even more carefully than your own money. You cannot do anything without the right team, align it passionately to your own mission. An entrepreneur is always optimist,” he added.