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Robots to do half of the jobs in Japan by 2035

According to data analysts Nomura Research Institute (NRI), 49 percent of the jobs in Japan will be automated and replaced by robots by 2035.

Dec 06, 2015 4:16 AM EST


US FDA approves India’s Sun Pharma for Novartis' Gleevec generic creation

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd announced Friday that it got the approval of the U.S. FDA to manufacture its generic version of Novartis AG’s chronic myeloid leukemia treatment Gleevec.

Dec 06, 2015 4:11 AM EST


Car buyers opt for lease deals, longer-term loans

More and more car buyers opt for lease deals and longer-term loans to keep monthly payments low. As car prices go up, vehicle loans are pricier than ever.

Dec 06, 2015 4:06 AM EST


China denies Cyber-attack allegations on Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology

China denied any involvement to the Australian Bureau of Meteorology cyber-attack, after the Australian Broadcasting Corporation reported Wednesday about the hack.

Dec 06, 2015 3:57 AM EST


AB InBev to sell Peroni and Grolsch for a seamless SABMiller takeover

Anheuser-Busch InBev considers selling premium brands Peroni and Grolsch to meet the regulatory requirements on its $107 billion acquisition on SABMiller.

Dec 06, 2015 3:57 AM EST


AngloGold Ashanti Ltd. to exit the index of Johannesburg Stock Exchanges

The South African gold producer, AngloGold Ashanti Ltd. will exit the Johannesburg Stock Exchange’s Top 40 Index.

Dec 06, 2015 3:55 AM EST


Pentagon misused $150 million dollars to try to revive Afghanistan’s economy

The Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction set out by the Congress alleged the Task Force Business Stability Operations for misusing $150 million to revive Afghanistan’s economy.

Dec 06, 2015 3:54 AM EST


OPEC overwhelmed by COP21, Oil Supply, Emerging Market growth decline

The biggest problem that OPEC has to face is the threat of COP21’s hydrocarbon assets, the structural trends in oil supply, and the Chinese economic slowdown, which seem to have also slowed emerging markets’ growth.

Dec 06, 2015 3:51 AM EST


Stocks drop, oil sinks below $40 a barrel

U.S. stocks went down as oil prices sank below $40 a barrel, leading to a decline on the energy companies.

Dec 06, 2015 3:48 AM EST


Sony Acquired Toshiba Image Sensor Business for $155 Million

Sony has officially announced the purchase of Toshiba image sensor business for ¥19 billion ($155 million). The image sensor will operate under new company.

Dec 05, 2015 9:08 AM EST


Rivals Join Forces Creating Global Service to Take Down Uber

Four Uber rivals join forces to create a global service of unified ride hailing service. The service will be available next year.

Dec 05, 2015 8:53 AM EST


Chinese President Xi Jingping signs $6.5B worth deals with South Africa

A news about signing deals came into hearing during the four-day trip of Chinese President Xi Jingping to South Africa. He signed $6.5 billion worth deals with South Africa, helping to boost their infrastructural facilities. In return, China will have greater access to Africa's valuable commodities including oil.

Dec 05, 2015 7:24 AM EST


Uber announced to add 'ride request' button to every app

Uber announced a new Uber Ride Request button for the developers to add in their iOS and Android apps. Button added next to every address or ‘intent to ride’ in your App, will enable the users to tap 'instantly get a ride' to the hotel, restaurant, movie theater or any other destination developer specified.

Dec 05, 2015 7:15 AM EST


Apple changed its logo from white to bright red, supporting World AIDS Day

Apple is following its four years tradition of supporting the cause of World AIDS Day. On December 1, Apple changed its logos color from white to bright red in its selected retail stores around the globe. The company has also launched its line of accessories to support the RED movement, spreading awareness.

Dec 05, 2015 6:55 AM EST


Foursquare says this year's Black Friday retail foot traffic decreased about two percent

The check-in-app Foursqaure can not only track when the shopping was done, but also where and how. Data of Foursquare and location-sharing app Swarm showed that this year's Black Friday retail foot traffic declined about two percent.

Dec 05, 2015 6:46 AM EST


The Japan's wearable 'walkie-talkie' changes the way we experience outdoor sports

The Japan's wearable walkie-talkie Bonx enables group of people to communicate when involved in outdoor activities. The communication is through Bluetooth, which scans the surrounding Bluetooth users. It is easy to use the device with just two buttons, which can be easily pressed with gloves.

Dec 05, 2015 6:37 AM EST


Some Hoverboard Explosions Raise Safety Concern

The hottest toy in 2015 is a hoverboard. However, recent incidents of explosion arise safety concern.

Dec 04, 2015 9:38 AM EST


Microsoft Sends Heartwarming Christmas Mesage to Apple

Microsoft released a heartwarming Christmas ad, aimed to bury the hatchet between Redmond and Cupertino.

Dec 04, 2015 9:33 AM EST


The Shining Star Wars Droid BB-8: Studded With Diamonds and 18-Karat Gold

The Star War BB-8 droid is immortalized in gold and silver by Kay Jewellers. It is said to have collaborated with the Disney Consumer Products.

Dec 04, 2015 9:12 AM EST


Now Make Video Call or Take Selfie with In-Built Cell-Phone in‘Minecraft’

Are you waiting to experience the nifty trick addition of Minecraft? With the help of Verizon, Minecraft is coming up with inbuilt cell phone feature inside the game. Now, you can take a selfie, make a video call or surf the web while gaming.

Dec 04, 2015 9:00 AM EST


McDonald’s Yummy Launch: French Fries Loaded with Extra Toppings of Salsa, Bacon and Guacamole

McDonald’s introduce two new flavored sauces to be served with French Fries. The bacon and cheese version and the guacamole and salsa version are the two toppings for the season.

Dec 04, 2015 8:56 AM EST


Soda Drinks Removed from the Children’s Menu of Applebees and IHOP

Applebees and IHOP, top food chains drop the soft drink from their menu for children. This is a conscious step for the good health of the children.

Dec 04, 2015 8:44 AM EST


Moschino’s Merger with Nintendo Will Unveil The Super Moschino Collection on 5th December 2015

The Nintendo collaborated with Moschino to create the Super Moschino collection to celebrate the 30 years of the Super Mario Series. It will include items with the images of the beloved Nintendo characters.

Dec 04, 2015 8:38 AM EST


Nissan Japanese Union raps French on Renault Power Struggle

Nissan Motor Co's Japanese union calls the French government’s government’s move to get double voting rights in Renault as unacceptable.

Dec 04, 2015 7:34 AM EST


McLaren gives a glimpse of the future of F1 with New MP4-X

McLaren bring Formula One to a whole new level by showing images of its new avant-garde, advanced technology MP4-X.

Dec 04, 2015 7:20 AM EST


Disney lovers feel the magical world on its dating site, Mouse Mingle

Disney lovers feel the magical world on its dating site Mouse Mingle, which is a brainchild of a former Disney engineer; if you are having trouble finding you prince or princess charming this site is for you where people can connect with one another on the shared love of all Disney things.

Dec 04, 2015 7:05 AM EST


Google Purchases Renewable Energy from US, Chile and Sweden

After Gates unfurled a new investment fund for clean energy projects, Google has announced a largest ever purchase of renewable energy from three nations to power its massive data centers as it moves to meet a commitment to power 100 percent of its business from green energy sources by 2025.

Dec 04, 2015 6:59 AM EST


Android to make new emoji available to Nexus phones next week

Android is going to make new emoji everyone has been waiting for, available to Nexus phones next week, in an update going to roll out next week. In late October, Hiroshi Lockheimer first announced that Google was working on bringing the new emoji to the Android platform, but it was not announced when it would happen. According to Lockheimer, the update will hit Nexus devices beginning next week.

Dec 04, 2015 6:51 AM EST


Brazils BRF expects to earn $600 in 2016 after acquiring Assets in Asia, Europe and South America

Giant Brazil food processor BRF SA invested $496 million for acquisitions in Argentina, Thailand, and Britain, and expects an increase its revenue to more than $600 million in 2016.

Dec 04, 2015 6:50 AM EST


Newer Ford units now has Siri on its SYNC system

Ford roll out its new Siri Eyes-Free update for owners of vehicles bought 2011 with iPhones, which they can connect to the automaker’s Sync system.

Dec 04, 2015 6:29 AM EST


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