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New rules to relief Cuba embargo laid out by White House

White House is laying out new rules to lessen the pressure on Cuba embargo. Businesses such as telecommunication and banking will be allowed to establish through joint ventures with Cuban firms like Etesca.

Sep 20, 2015 11:35 PM EDT

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Google is revamping the Glass as Project Aura

Google is reinventing Google Glass as Project Aura. Features like gesture sensing and virtual reality platform are said to be included on the project they started working out in June.

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Honda's 2016 Civic could be the car of the future

As many car companies began recalling their cars, Honda unveiled it's latest car with built-in technology. Aside from the added great features, two of the most utilized operating systems can be used - the Apple CarPlay and the Android Auto.

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Cuba renews drive for UN to condemn US embargo

Cuba is marshaling United Nations support against the US embargo that it says crippled its economy over five decades. Among the Communist state's supporters are President Obama and Pope Francis, who is visiting the Communist state this week.

American Airlines halted U.S. flights after a technical problem

American Airlines had grounded its flights Thursday afternoon. This is due to the airline's computer glitch. Flights had been resumed after two hours.

Sep 20, 2015 10:48 PM EDT

Apple iOS, praised and criticized at the same time

While the new operating system of Apple is being praised, it is also being criticized by those annoyed iPhone users whose devices crashed and were not able to upload it. Tech analysts blame it to overloading due to the simultaneous uploading of Apple fans who cannot wait to try the promising features of iOS 9.

Sep 20, 2015 10:39 PM EDT

Oil price further skids on renewed global concerns

Oil prices on Friday eased further following the renewed fears about the global economy. The US central bank warned that global economy is weakening. China's economy is slowing down and growth rate is expected to be below 7% this year. Adding to this, Opec is firm on maintaining its production level. All these factors are increasing pressure on oil prices.

Sep 20, 2015 10:33 PM EDT

China growth rate may slip below 7% in Q3

The global markets witnessed major crash in August following the China's economy slow down, Yuan devaluation, discouraging manufacturing numbers, etc, Now, the markets are recovering. But, economists, fund managers caution that the party is not over. China may slip in recession in next quarter or six quarters later.

Sep 20, 2015 10:05 PM EDT

Asia Pacific Region has more millionaires than North America

The current Asia Pacific Wealth Report 2015 showed Asia Pacific has a larger number of high net worth individuals compared to North America.

Sep 18, 2015 6:59 PM EDT

Make Your Workplace Stress-Free in 9 Easy Ways

Everyday work stress you out draining most of your energy and worst, develops health problems. But there are ways you can combat stress and get back to work with more energy and optimism.

Sep 18, 2015 6:53 PM EDT

Berkeley's wage rose to $19 by 2020

Berkeley's wage is set to rise to $19 by the year 2020, however business owners oppose the proposal saying it will put their business at risk a that will eventually lead to closure.

Sep 18, 2015 3:24 AM EDT

Creditors Want Greek Grand coalition After Sunday Election

International creditors hope for a united grand coalition in the Greek government, especially between the Syriza and the New Democracy party, who are going neck to neck in the upcoming September 20 elections.

Sep 18, 2015 3:19 AM EDT

Best Practices for Startups to Utilize Content Marketing Efficiently

Content marketing is a relatively new strategy where customers are drawn into your business through the value you provide them in your content.

Sep 18, 2015 3:12 AM EDT

Facing sanctions, Deutsche Bank withdraws few services from Russia

Being faced with several odds in Russia, Deutsche Bank has decided to withdraw some of its services from Russia. The alleged share trading by Russian unit of Deutsche Bank has become subject to investigation in the US. The German bank may stop 90 percent of its banking services in Russia soon.

Sep 18, 2015 2:57 AM EDT

Investors demand antibiotic-free meat products from McDonald's

It's a never-ending issue for McDonald's and other restaurants until they cease using antibiotics with their meat products. McDonald's received a "C" score for antibiotics overuse.

Sep 18, 2015 2:50 AM EDT

Is Russia bottoming out?

The latest Barclays' report shows that the rate of fall in the Russian economy is moderating. Real investments are also showing a sign of recovery though it was very marginal. The unemployment rate remains flat. Barclays Capital views that Russian economy is bottoming out, while economists caution that real wages were worst than forecast.

Sep 18, 2015 12:52 AM EDT