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New York and Milan City Team up to Promote Each Other as a City to City Travel Destination

The Tourism Agencies of New York City and Italian city of Milan are in partnership to invite tourists to travel between the cities. The collaboration will also benefit each other as the two will have reciprocal multimedia marketing exchange.

Nov 10, 2015 5:18 AM EST


Nestlé's Maggi Noodle Makes A Happy Return To Indian Shelves This Diwali After Successful Testing

Nestlé Maggi Noodle which was a top favourite in India was recalled by virtue of a court order in early 2015 for detecting high levels of lead beyond the permitted levels. Nestle recovered ground by having their products tested by an independent laboratory and petitioned to the court for a judicial review.

Nov 10, 2015 4:26 AM EST


Retailers bracing up for big holiday season; hiring in full swing

The US retailers are upbeat about the forthcoming big holiday season and have started hiring people on a part-time basis. The world's largest retailer Amazon is planning to recruit almost 100,000 staff.

Nov 10, 2015 3:39 AM EST


China’s Anbang insurance to acquire US insurer Fidelity & Guaranty Life in a $1.6 B deal

China insurance group Anbang will acquire US insurance provider Fidelity & Guaranty Life. The $1.57 billion deal aimed to expand China insurance in the global market.

Nov 10, 2015 3:13 AM EST


Banana Republic sales drop hits Gap Inc's stock on Wall Street

The US-based clothing retailer Gap Inc shares turned volatile following the sales drop in its brands the Banana Republic and Gap. In addition to a weaker forecast of earnings, a lower than previously predicted, have dampened the business confidence and put more pressure on the stock.

Nov 10, 2015 3:07 AM EST


Ford to invest $9B in US plants

Ford has reached an agreement with United Auto Workers (UAW). As part of the agreement with the labor union, Ford is investing $9billion in US plants. Ford will develop new models and relaunch Ford Bronco and support Ford Ranger as well.

Nov 10, 2015 3:03 AM EST


“Bank of Mom and Dad” offers solution for millennials to buy a home

The millennial generation might found its hard to start buying a home. But the "Bank of Mom and Dad" can be the preferable solution for millennials to own a home instead of traditional banks.

Nov 10, 2015 3:01 AM EST


Markets upbeat on Monte Paschi bank's higher capital

The common equity tier-I ratio of Italian bank Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena SpA rose to 11.7 percent from 10.7 percent. The derivatives transaction with Nomura Holdings was the prime reason for surge in bank's capital.

Nov 10, 2015 2:53 AM EST


Investcorp buys hedge fund of SSARIS

Bahrain-based Investcorp Bank has bought hedge fund business of the US-based SSARIS Advisors. With the acquisition, Investcorp aims to double its assets under management over next seven years. The Bahrain's bank will also get clients from the US, Asia and European markets.

Nov 10, 2015 2:13 AM EST


Boeing, Tata team up to make Apache fuselages in India

Boeing and Tata group firm forged an alliance by setting up a joint venture (JV) for manufacturing fuselages for AH-64 Apache attack helicopters in India. The growth potential in Indian aviation sector is attracting global majors. The JV will set up center of excellence (CoE) and initially make aero structures for AH-64 helicotpers.

Nov 10, 2015 12:37 AM EST


The new accurate way to measure the world’s wealthiest countries

New World Wealth reported the lists of wealthiest countries in the world using its new method which is said to be more accurate than commonly used GDP method.

Nov 10, 2015 12:35 AM EST


Recovery in Greek economy likely in 2016; 2.7% GDP growth in 2017

Crisis-hit Greece economy is expected to witness recovery next year and a possible GDP growth rate of 2.7% in 2017, according to the latest report from IMF.

Nov 10, 2015 12:30 AM EST


UK parents want to keep Santa Claus real; hits PayPal's holiday ad

UK Parents launched an attack on a PayPal Xmas ad that suggests that kids already know their gifts come from their parents and that in turn takes away the existence of Santa Claus - and the magic of Christmas.

Nov 10, 2015 12:28 AM EST


Snapchat video reaches 6 billion views a day

Photo messaging app Snapchat said its video views has reached 6 billion counts every day. It will give a strong competition with Facebook with its 8 billion views per day.

Nov 10, 2015 12:17 AM EST


New Mazda MX-5 offers sheer enjoyment of driving

The new 2016 Mazda MX-5 has been raking in plenty of positive reviews. It was also voted by journalists as the star of the show during the current Miami auto show.

Nov 09, 2015 11:07 PM EST


Opera's Max Data-Savings App to be Pre-Installed On14 OEMs

Opera's new data-management app Opera Max will be pre-installed into phones from 14 OEMs to 100 million Android phones by 2017.

Nov 09, 2015 10:58 PM EST


Euro Group Meeting And Agreement To Fund Greece

France wants euro zone finance ministers to reach an agreement on non-performing loans at Greek banks at a meeting in Brussels later this Monday.

Nov 09, 2015 10:46 PM EST


China's imports plunges 12th month in a row

China's import dropped 18.8 percent to $130.8 billion in October for the 12th consecutive time, according to official data revealed Sunday.

Nov 09, 2015 10:36 PM EST


uBeam Reveals Secrets on How Wireless Power Is Possible

uBeam revealed November 7 how their wireless power technology can charge phones without wires, dispelling rumors of inefficiency and being unsafe.

Nov 09, 2015 10:27 PM EST


Google Acquires Photo Video app maker Fly Labs

Google acquired New York City-based he photo and video editing software maker Fly Labs, the company responsible for apps like Flt, Tempo, Crop, and Clips in the iOS App Store.

Nov 09, 2015 8:01 PM EST


Weyerhaeuser's Plum Creek acquisition to create $23 billion timber company

Timber giant Weyerhaeuser Co will buy Plum Creek Timber Co. Inc., for $8.4 billion, creating a $23 billion timber, land and forest firm, the largest the United States.

Nov 09, 2015 7:55 PM EST


Apple Store launched "Shopping category" for convenient e-commerce

Apple store came up with with a separate 'Shopping' section in Apple store, to ease out the online shopping through well-known retailers, which will also help to discover other 'lesser known commerce apps' present in "lifestyle' category previously

Nov 09, 2015 7:15 PM EST


As Toyota Dropped Its Airbags, Takata Shares Plunged

Toyota dropped Takata as its airbag suppliers. The decision made a huge blow to Takata resulting a 25% drop in their share, the lowest in six years.

Nov 09, 2015 7:04 PM EST


Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Performance Reviews

Released in August 2015, Samsung Galaxy Note 5 made a highlight in its class. A phablet with lage screen and latest technology, it stands out according to reviewers

Nov 09, 2015 6:56 PM EST


Mixed Reaction in Asian Market As U.S. High Job Rates and Possible Fed Hike

Japanese and Chinese shares are up, while other Asia Pacific market decreases. As dollar stands high and U.S. strong jobs data may make Fed increase interest rates in December.

Nov 09, 2015 6:48 PM EST


American Airlines adds four new US flights to Cancun, Airline clients gain new non-stop routes to Cancun

American Airlines are adding new flights to Cancun, Mexico in 2016. The new service to Cancun will operate on Saturdays from Raleigh-Durham, Pittsburgh, Nashville, and Kansas City.

Nov 09, 2015 8:15 AM EST


Dubai Airshow proceeds despite security fears to boost arms sales, Emirates to showcase world’s first two class A380 at the show

The opening day of the Dubai Airshow displays fighter aircraft from the US, UK and France. Moreover, Emirates showed off for the first time its first two-class configured A380 at the show.

Nov 09, 2015 8:10 AM EST


Coastal Destinations featured in “The Goonies” Becomes Sensational, Volunteers tries to protect Oregon's iconic “The Goonies Rock”

The town from the favorite '80s movie "The Goonies" was actually filmed in Astoria, Oregon. And now that the Haystack Rock is becoming popular, members of the Haystack Rock Awareness Program want the public to know that the iconic rock is more for looking than for touching.

Nov 09, 2015 8:05 AM EST


Exploring Nanjing: The unseen part of China's ancient capital

Nanjing has China's most famous landmarks. But there are actually numerous hidden sites needed to be explored to see the city's unseen side.

Nov 09, 2015 7:57 AM EST


RelayRides seeks rebirth as Turo, Car-sharing startup raises $47 million led by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers

RelayRides has just changed its named to Turo. Moreover, the company is announcing $47 million in Series C funding, led by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers.

Nov 09, 2015 7:52 AM EST


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