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Oil prices marginally slip on glut, bleak outlook

The concerns about the geopolitical tensions in the Middle East faded out as oil price marginally eased after gaining for six sessions. Brent and the US crude oil futures were flat ahead of the US Thanksgiving holiday.

Nov 27, 2015 12:49 AM EST


US consumers spending below forecast as savings soar

The US consumer spending rose only by 0.1%, below the 0.3% forecast while savings rate rose to the highest in the past three years. According to the US Commerce Department's data for October, Americans are savings faster than spending.

Nov 27, 2015 12:04 AM EST


Nickel makers explore ways to weather lower prices

Suffering from 12-year low price levels, nickel makers are planning to slash production and supply levels to boost the prices. The slowdown in China's economy is impacting the most nickel consumption and its price. Nickel manufacturers are considering several options on how to propel the price and sustain the current adverse conditions.

Nov 26, 2015 10:36 PM EST


Brazilian bourse's app to track illegal timber trade

With an objective to check illegal timber trade, Brazilian bourse BVRio has launched a new app that helps foreign buyers scan legal code for every timber lot. Over half of the Brazil's timber trade is illegal, according to a report. The illegal logging is fast adding to deforestation, which has created more concerns among residents of Amazon region. Local residents formed into militant groups to protect forest cover and assets by taking action against illegal loggers.

Nov 26, 2015 10:32 PM EST


Herbalife Comes Out Clean Against the “Pyramid Scheme” Lawsuit By Oklahoma Funds

The CEO of Herbalife wins the lawsuit filed against him by the Oklahoma Funds. This lawsuit is not related to the Ackman case filed.

Nov 26, 2015 9:02 AM EST


E.Coli Infection In Seven States Linked to Costco Chicken

Costco chicken salad is said to cause e-coli poisoning in seven states according to Center of Disease Control and Prevention.

Nov 26, 2015 4:46 AM EST


Lufthansa cabin crew union calls off strike

The main cabin crew union (UFO) at Lufthansa airline has called off a labor strike which lasted until 13 November, registered as the longest strike in the history of the German airline. The management has agreed to extend basic retirement and pension benefits to staff. The next meeting is scheduled on 2 December. In addition to UFO, two other unions will also take part in discussions with the management.

Nov 26, 2015 4:01 AM EST


Blue Origin's rocket returns safely after space flight; Jeff Bezos sees suborbital flights by 2017

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin has successfully completed space flight as its rocket safely landed back in West Texas. Blue Origin has achieved a rare distinction of testing a reusable rocket, which will significantly reduce space flight costs.

Nov 26, 2015 3:24 AM EST


Sluggish PC, printer sales push HP profit forecast lower

The sluggish sales in PCs and printers is impacting Hewlett-Packard Co's financial performance. The company on 1 November 2015 split into two entities-- HP Inc and Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co (HPE). HP Inc lowered profit forecast for the first quarter as it recorded profits below the market expectations during the third quarter.

Nov 26, 2015 3:00 AM EST


The Polaris Slingshot Is A Thrilling Three-wheeled Roller-Coaster Track Ride

The European and Canadian companies were having fun until American companies decided to join the three-wheeler ring by unveiling Polaris Slingshot three-wheeler, a thriller roller-coaster track ride. Now, with Slingshot, being stable yet adventurous is possible at a time.

Nov 26, 2015 2:28 AM EST


U.S Government Is Putting Huge Effort To Pace Up With The Surging Demand Of Weapons

The demand of weapons and firearms are growing rapidly around the globe. U.S government is trying their best to keep up with the rising demand of arms sales.

Nov 26, 2015 2:20 AM EST


Google, Facebook among Silicon Valley majors to lead India's broader free internet

India is poised to receive broader free internet shortly as several US technology majors are working on their projects to bring over a billion people online. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi had met top officials from US technology firms and sought their cooperation in making India online.

Nov 26, 2015 12:39 AM EST


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