Lettuce growers warn of imminent shortage
Leafy salad growers say the summer's high temperatures have boosted demand but damaged crops. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2yS45RK
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Electric car buyers claim they were misled by Nissan
Nissan is accused of exaggerating the benefits of its latest Leaf electric car model. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Kxj30F
Virgin Atlantic stops accepting forced deportations
The move comes amid concern over the treatment of Windrush migrants and LGBT asylum seekers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2N6aZWx
Canada 'will not back down' over US metals tariffs
Canada also unveiled $2bn in aid to protect its steel and aluminium industries from the US tariffs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IHjuE8
GM warns against potential car tariffs
The US Commerce Department is probing the impact of foreign auto imports on national security. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IEFhvZ
Accountancy giant PwC hangs up on landlines in mobile move
Staff must switch to mobiles by the end of the summer as landline phones will be phased out. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Kg5s1L
Nike shares fly as sales momentum mounts
A 3% rise in sales in the crucial North America region sends shares in the sportswear firm soaring. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Kya1nw
Surprise upgrade to UK growth
The pound jumps as new figures show the economy grew by 0.2% in the first three months of the year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IAOwgw
Tesco trials shopping without tills
The retailer is testing whether shoppers can buy products using an app, rather than visiting a till. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ySumz1
Carbon dioxide crisis to hit supermarket food choice
Supplies of pork and chicken products will be affected, the Food and Drink Federation warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KryXwX
Lloyd's of London chief executive Inga Beale to step down
Dame Inga Beale, the only woman to lead the 330-year-old insurance market, will leave next year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tQf1th
Fake bookings hit Singapore's Ryde Technologies
Ryde Technologies says 2,000 "phantom bookings" have cost its drivers thousands of dollars. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IAYoXC
Penny drops
Discount retailer Poundworld is teetering on the brink. For staff and customers, it's more than just a brand that could be lost. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KtG9Zh
Sovereignty issue
The Chinese government has recently been calling a number of businesses to task for calling Taiwan a country, as the BBC's Cindy Sui reports. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KBI5PK
The Outstanding Goals of Ronaldo and Kroos as You’ve Never Seen Them
By SYDNEY SHEA, JOE WARD and LARRY BUCHANAN from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2KgHtzw
See Where New York City’s Elite High Schools Get Their Students
By JASMINE C. LEE from NYT New York https://ift.tt/2IALnO5
The 5 Victims of the Capital Gazette Newsroom Shooting in Annapolis
By JULIA JACOBS, MATT STEVENS and JACEY FORTIN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Mtlemz
‘Shaken’ Rosenstein Felt Used by White House in Comey Firing
By MICHAEL S. SCHMIDT and ADAM GOLDMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2tH5t4r
Prankster Calls the President, and the White House Puts Him Right Through
By JULIE HIRSCHFELD DAVIS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2tPGSda
Maryland Shooting Suspect Had Long-Running Dispute With Newspaper
By TIMOTHY WILLIAMS and AMY HARMON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2lJa81u
A Better Reason to Delay Kennedy’s Replacement
By PAUL SCHIFF BERMAN from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2KuSYPL
G.M. Says New Wave of Trump Tariffs Could Force U.S. Job Cuts
By TIFFANY HSU from NYT Business Day https://ift.tt/2lGUaEZ
Ocasio-Cortez Tells Colbert: ‘We Changed Who Turns Out’
By GIOVANNI RUSSONELLO from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2lFpi7K
World Cup 2018 Bracket: The 16 Teams in the Knockout Round
By Unknown Author from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2tLllSI
Inside the White House’s Quiet Campaign to Create a Supreme Court Opening
By ADAM LIPTAK and MAGGIE HABERMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2N8reCd
Agents Seek to Dissolve ICE in Immigration Policy Backlash
By RON NIXON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2KgsHsu
5 People Dead in Shooting at Maryland’s Capital Gazette Newsroom
By SABRINA TAVERNISE, AMY HARMON and MAYA SALAM from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2lHxUe0
California Passes Sweeping Law to Protect Online Privacy
By DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2z2dFBF
How Long Can We Live? The Limit Hasn’t Been Reached, Study Finds
By CARL ZIMMER from NYT Science https://ift.tt/2MyXSft
She Knows How to Make an Exit. You’re Reading It.
By MARGALIT FOX from NYT Times Insider https://ift.tt/2tLoH8h
NHS England to stop 'ineffective' treatments
Tonsils removal and breast reductions are among 17 procedures that will be offered to fewer patients. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2N6gAw1
Steel firm Thyssenkrupp backs Tata merger
The UK's biggest steelworks at Port Talbot will become part of the newly merged group. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tFD0fk
Virgin Atlantic stops accepting forced deportations
The move comes amid concern over the treatment of Windrush migrants and LGBT asylum seekers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2N6aZWx
Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black become parents
Olympic diver Daley and Dustin Lance Black announce the birth of their son, Robert Ray. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KjHe6K
Canada 'will not back down' over US metals tariffs
Canada also unveiled $2bn in aid to protect its steel and aluminium industries from the US tariffs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2IHjuE8
'I can't sleep. I can't breathe'
A Honduran mother describes her "horrible" ordeal after being separated from her six-year-old son. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KvREw1
DR Congo: Oil drilling allowed in wildlife parks
Virunga and Salonga national parks in DR Congo are home to threatened mountain gorillas and bonobo. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2lGo0JP
New NHS app 'puts patients in control of their own healthcare'
Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt unveils a new NHS app which "puts patients in control". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2MAKabE
Trump to name nominee for Supreme Court on 9 July
The US president has five people in mind, including two women, and will name his choice on 9 July. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2yUJ6xr
Newspaper shooting suspect 'barricaded exit'
The Capital Gazette gunman shot one victim trying to flee through a door he barricaded, say police. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2IDKAfb
Lettuce growers warn of imminent shortage
Leafy salad growers say the summer's high temperatures have boosted demand but damaged crops. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2yS45RK
The Papers: Fizzy drink rationing and ops dropped
The carbon dioxide shortage is still making headlines while there are reports of cuts in NHS services. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tNtaaA
How can you dance without music?
The story of a deaf dance star. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2lFMNOe
Five circus tigers re-homed on the Isle of Wight
Five former Spanish circus tigers have found a new home on the Isle of Wight. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tPPnVn
Adam Sandler: Wedding Singer turns wedding crasher
One couple were treated to a big surprise on their wedding day by a cameo appearance from Adam Sandler. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2yXAA0M
Week in pictures: 23 - 29 June 2018
A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tO5djr
Wingsuit flyer in Snowdon close proximity feat
Sam Laming has become the first wingsuit flyer to soar over Mount Snowdon. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2lKrBqo
Ed Sheeran's wedding chapel plan rejected
The singer had hoped to marry in the building at his Suffolk home but planners turned down his bid. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2My23YH
What a hoot! Tawny owl takes a bath
The owl was seen bathing in a pool of water in Thixendale in North Yorkshire. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tPFG9s
Saudi wastes no time to rap at the wheel
Leesa A sings in the music video of her driving released on the day a decades-old ban was lifted. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2N9McAP
How long will this heat last?
BBC Weather's Helen Willetts with the latest update on the hot weather. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tX8uNB
'Silly' cancer nurse Debbie reunited with patient
Liz Brown said nurse Debbie Bye did "silly things" to make her cancer treatment less painful. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2MwTFsw
The death of a Poundworld
Discount retailer Poundworld is teetering on the brink. For staff and customers, it's more than just a brand that could be lost. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KtG9Zh
Thai cave rescue: Drones, dogs, drilling and desperation
A full-scale international effort is under way to reach 12 young Thais and their coach lost in a vast cave. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ICDyrb
The young Austrian leader sharing power with the far right
Is Sebastian Kurz getting too close to the far right as he pursues a hardline migrant policy? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tRYncH
Reality Check: Are butterflies getting rarer?
It's often said that butterflies are dying out in the UK, but do the statistics back this up? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2IAbJ2F
Fortnite: A fortnight in my 40s in Battle Royale
A lapsed gamer is challenged to spend a fortnight playing Fortnite to understand its appeal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Myy5nq
Doug Ford: Brother of notorious Rob Ford takes over Ontario
The province's new premier, a businessman and politician, had been called Canada's Donald Trump. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2z2aw4O
Little hope ahead of polls in Mexico's Sinaloa state
Mexicans will be voting in general elections on Sunday against a backdrop of record levels of violence. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2lHky1B
Christian Filmmaker Picked to be Chief Creative Officer for Pixar Animation
Christian filmmaker and animator Pete Docter is now the new Creative Officer of Pixar Animation. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2tICzAU
Ebola in the DRC: Some Say it 'Comes from Sorcery'
Ebola victims in the Democratic Republic of Congo are first looking to God instead of doctors for their healing. And by ignoring medical care and medicines, doctors say some of the patients are putting their lives and the health of others at risk. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2tHza5t
'No Person... Should Live in Fear': Conservative Organization Rep. Elected to Key UN Religious Freedom Post
A representative of a conservative organization is running a United Nations religious freedom committee and working to promote this 'human right'. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2IDqH7W
Philippine Christian Leaders to Duterte: 'Apologize to God'
MANILA- Christian leaders in the Philippines want President Rodrigo Duterte to apologize for offensive remarks he made recently about God. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2KoS4rx
China factory growth slows in June as trade tensions rise
Growth in China's manufacturing sector slowed in June after a better-than-expected performance in May, official data showed. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2IDGpjm
Top VC Deals: Amazon buys PillPack, and investors pour another $300 million into Bird
A weekly recap of some of the most interesting venture capital, fund and start-up news. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KCs5ty
Tesla to start turning a profit this year: Analyst
Tesla celebrates its 8-year anniversary as a public company without having turned a profit. But automotive analyst Jamie Albertine says the electric car company will likely make a profit in the next two quarters. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tF4GRA
Watchdog slams ICE detention practices: Problems went unaddressed for 'years'
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement failed to adequately monitor hundreds of detention facilities housing more than 35,000 individuals for several years, according to a watchdog report released Friday by the inspector general of the Department of Homeland Security. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2IH85Uy
Chinese stocks tumble into bear market, with Shanghai index on pace for worst year since 2011
U.S. stock investors aren't the only ones suffering from anxiety over the Trump administration's trade policies. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lHbuJX
10 fast-food jobs that pay for college
Restaurant chains are increasingly using tuition benefits to attract hourly workers. US News & World report has the story. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yWyUEB
Larry Kudlow says deficit is 'coming down rapidly,' but it sure doesn't look that way
Larry Kudlow, President Trump's top economic advisor, said "the deficit" is "coming down, and it’s coming down rapidly," appearing to contradict the Treasury's official figures and government estimates about the trajectory of U.S. budget deficits. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N7SnoS
Domino's is getting a new CEO, but analyst expects growth will continue
Domino's Pizza will get a new CEO this weekend. But a restaurant analyst says the company has the right recipe for continued growth. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2z1Y9po
Union Square Ventures is investing in crypto for the long haul, but won’t start a dedicated fund
Union Square Ventures is betting big on crypto but its strategy won’t include launching a separate fund, according to a top executive. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KilZCh
Millionaire Democratic megadonor Alan Patricof goes on the offensive against President Donald Trump
In an interview with CNBC, Alan Patricof declares he's furious with President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. That’s why he’s doing everything within his legal means to overthrow Republican rule in the House of Representatives, he says. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tQESRX
Market holds out hope someone will blink before China and US take another step toward a trade war
Markets are on high alert for any change in course, since this next step in the trade skirmishes opens the door for more escalation. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KBkvis
Here's what it's like to shop at Toys R Us for the last time
Toys R Us is finally closing up shop at more than 800 stores across the United States on Friday. After years of financial struggles due to competition from e-commerce sites and retail rivals, Toys R Us filed for bankruptcy protection in late 2017. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tGCIVr
President Trump’s money-making power is as unprecedented as his words
No modern president has profited from business while in office the way Donald Trump does. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KsJvMl
Immigration reform: More than a decade of failure from Bush to Obama and now Trump
After Congress' latest stumble on immigration reform, it appears no closer to solving the issue during Trump's presidency than it was in the two preceding administrations. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yXiThQ
Special counsel Mueller reportedly interested in Brexit boosters' ties to Trump associates, Russia
Two people told The Washington Post that special counsel Robert Mueller's investigators have asked about Nigel Farage's and other Brexit boosters' ties to Trump associates and Russia. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KteOq7
A french fry gets soggy in 5 minutes. This company wants to keep it crispy for 60.
This is the story of one company's quest to make sure your fries don't get soggy before they arrive at your front door. The New York Times has the story. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KhM9VQ
Comcast says cut fibers triggered nationwide outage and may impact other providers
The cable giant said customers may see some interruption for internet, voice and video services. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yXp1Xi
How to stop World Cup teams from trying to lose in the group stage
The group stage in the FIFA World Cup has become a process of survival and tactical positioning, where winning isn't always the goal, USA Today reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KyhH5Z
P.F. Chang's owner seeks sale of Chinese food chain
P.F. Chang's owner said they have retained Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Barclays to explore a possible sale of the Chinese food chain. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KyeK5p
White House asks billionaire Koch network to join activist coalition to lobby for SCOTUS nominee
Koch-backed group will join a coalition of political advocacy groups that could provide key support and promote President Trump's nominee to replace Justice Kennedy, sources say. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lHZOXq
8 years after Tesla's IPO, these three hurdles could cause its growth to stall
Tesla had its share of critics eight years ago when it debuted. And that hasn't changed. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KAWhow
Kennedy's retirement threatens to upend Supreme Court on social issues, but business will hardly notice
The court is expected to address the constitutionality of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and whether companies are allowed to discriminate based on sexual orientation. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N7uduG
LeBron James doesn't opt in to final year with Cavs, will become unrestricted free agent
LeBron James informed the Cleveland Cavaliers he will not opt in to the final year of his contract with the team and will become a free agent on Sunday, reports USA Today. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tUyetY
The Fed has met its inflation target. Now what?
For 10 years, the Federal Reserve has stalked its prey — inflation — but has mostly come up empty. Now that it has caught up to its goal, the question is what will happen next, and the answer isn't obvious. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tRgoYD
Kennedy's retirement from Supreme Court could clear path for Trump's environmental rollbacks
Justice Anthony M. Kennedy was often a decisive vote on issues like climate change and water pollution. Trump now has the power to appoint someone that shares his views on environmental issues, the New York Times reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2Kxh64o
Nervous investors exiting US stocks at near-record pace on trade-war fears
Investors bailed out of U.S. stocks at a near-record pace in the last week, as money flowing into Treasury bills surged to a 10-year high. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tOVjhn
How Mitch McConnell made Donald Trump
Mitch McConnell not only engineered the strategy that will allow Trump to make two Supreme Court appointments, he also created the circumstances that facilitated Trump's rise, ProPublica reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2ID8GH4
'We’ve got to become a start-up nation again,' says former Cisco CEO
Former Cisco CEO John Chambers praised the Trump administration’s tax reform as a start from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lIY945
Amazon’s new warehouse policy will start penalizing sellers that store products for too long
Starting next week, Amazon sellers who keep their inventory in Amazon's warehouses for too long will start seeing restrictions. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tQ2BBL
Domo pops in shaky opening day
The stock hovered around single-digit gains for much of its first hour of trading and then recovered to session highs. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KtomkV
Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley must keep capital return plans unchanged after Fed stress test blunder
New York-based investment banks were ensnared by the administration’s tax cut, which resulted in a one-time drop to the capital ratios of the firms, according to the Federal Reserve. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2lDV9G1
Tata Steel deal with ThyssenKrupp 'close to completion'
Tata Steel, which owns the Port Talbot steelworks, and ThyssenKrupp are close to agreeing terms on a merger. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KtRV68
BAE wins multi-billion pound Australian warship contract
The nine anti-submarine warships will be built in Australia by a local workforce. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Kj0qSb
Debate over cash machines hots up
The start of a four-year reduction in the fee paid each time an ATM is used takes effect on Sunday, from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2IBOrJH
Sports Direct pips Apple in global retailers' list
A new survey ranks Sports Direct above the US tech titan as a firm "trailblazing in global commerce". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Kgbf7j
WTO backs Australia over plain cigarette packets
The landmark decision on plain packaging laws is likely to have global implications. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Ktz2Aa
Warburton's shuts crumpet plants due to CO2 shortage
Warburton's follows beer and meat producers in halting production as carbon dioxide shortage bites. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2yPvbZz
Deutsche Bank's US unit fails Fed's stress test
The Federal Reserve points to "widespread and critical deficiencies" at the German bank's US division. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2lEtOmW
China eases some foreign investment rules
China's move comes after President Trump backed down from threats to target Chinese investment in the US. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tJgYHO
Cashing-in pension pot 'may be costly'
People need a "wake-up" pack at the age of 50 to help with retirement income choices, the regulator says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2yRSsKq
Amazon deal shakes healthcare sector
Shares in healthcare companies slide as the online retail giant expands into the sector. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ySWK4m
Lafarge cement giant in terrorist funding probe
French cement giant Lafarge is under investigation over allegations of funding a terrorist group in Syria. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2N9MpnI
BA owner IAG expands budget airline Level to short-haul routes
IAG's Level airline will compete with EasyJet and Ryanair with short-haul routes out of Vienna. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2lI7qt4
A million couples miss out on tax break
The Marriage Allowance is worth up to £238 a year, and backdated payments of up to £662 could be available. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tLFMPD
Made in China 2025: How China aims to be known for quality
China's reputation for manufacturing has been built on being fast and cheap. Now Beijing wants to raise its game. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2MwYNgf
Get me out of here!
How instant feedback software and AI bots could make meetings more interesting and productive. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2MxrREq
The Papers: EU 'lives at risk' and 'cash for torture'
The PM's comments at a Brussels dinner and a report into UK's torture complicity make the front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tMuj1Z
News Daily: Deadly newspaper attack and EU summit latest
Your morning briefing for Friday 29 June 2018. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2lK3UhQ
Quiz: How do the Belgian team communicate?
It's the weekly news quiz - have you been paying attention to what's been going on in the world over the past seven days? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ySKzEv
These friends travel thousands of miles for a game of tag
Georgina Wilkinson and her friends have been playing the elaborate game of tag for five years. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2lEkNuh
TRNSMT boss: Festivals have 'a long way to go' on gender balance
The organiser of TRNSMT says his team is “committed to doing more” to get more female acts on the bill next year. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2lIQG4Z
Why scientists are counting seal pups in the Thames Estuary
From biologically dead to a haven for wildlife. How the Thames Estuary has become a sanctuary for seals. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tDvemp
Can paying girls to go to school help South Sudan?
A programme in the capital Juba aims to increase school attendance by giving pupils cash. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2NbwuVY
Belgian PM gives Theresa May his team's shirt ahead of World Cup clash
Belgian PM Charles Michel gives Theresa May his team's football shirt ahead of their countries' World Cup clash. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tCepYW
How crows can use a vending machine
Watch how Emma the crow creates the currency required to operate a vending machine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Ku04qV
Milly Dowler: Sister Gemma shares family video in full
Gemma Dowler wants to reclaim an image of family life that became synonymous with coverage of her sister's death. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tC7K0F
Bookshop inundated after "worst day" tweet
A bookshop's owner tweeted asking for support after takings totalled just £12.34 in one day. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tKvuix
'I jailed the man who raped me as a child'
Tabata was raped as a child but became a police officer as an adult - and ended up jailing her abuser. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tzcMv5
Gosport hospital deaths: The numbers behind the scandal
Gosport hospital scandal: the patient data that laid bare the scale of the scandal from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2MuBAeK
Terrace House: Japan's nice, calm Love Island antidote
In a world of loud reality TV, the pleasant friendliness of Terrace House stands out. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2yRzBz7
'Treated like dogs': Italy's Roma minority on society's fringe
Roma are feeling under attack after the interior minister suggested they be subjected to a census. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2IxwdJn
Banning the Uluru climb: 'This rock means everything to us'
For decades, the indigenous Anangu people have implored tourists not to scale the landmark. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KgSDV2
Communist Police Storm Chinese Church, Capture Pastor and Issue a Crushing Fine
Local Chinese law enforcement authorities raided a gathering of members from the Bible Reformed Church in Guangzhou, Guangdong on June 10. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2yOIyt4
Dutch Lawmakers Vote to Ban Islamic Veils as Video Shows Dutch Muslims Chanting 'Allahu Akbar' in the Streets
The Netherlands joins Austria, Belgium, France and Germany, who have already banned the veil. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2lDtg0D
'The Death Knell for the Nigerian Church': New Massacre Sparks Fear for Christians
Deadly conflict is raging in central Nigeria as more than 200 people were reportedly killed in a series of recent clashes between Muslim herders and Christian farmers. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Kcjy45
Suspect in Maryland newspaper shooting identified
Ramos had a history with the paper, filing a suit against it in 2012. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KyejrT
Buying PillPack would have cost Walmart $700 million. Not buying it wiped $3 billion off the stock
Amazon swooped in to buy PillPack after Walmart offered $700 million. Walmart's stock shedded about $3 billion in value after the Amazon deal was announced. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lExWDs
Sony inks deal with Prince estate to distribute massive music catalog
The late musician, Prince, was off all music streaming sites, until his representatives reached a deal with Sony, according to the New York Business Journal. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yRQKsF
Immigration law changes have left many US businesses scrambling to find low-skilled foreign workers
Businesses are turning to a lottery system to be able to hire immigrant seasonal workers under the H-2B visa program, the New York Times reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lHx7tV
With trade wars brewing and the midterm election ahead, get ready for a wild second half for stocks
With trade wars brewing and the midterm election looming, analysts say the stock market could see plenty of bumps in the second half before ending the year with a bounce. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yNkS8i
Amazon wiped out $17.5 billion from eight companies in one day
Even a hint Amazon might take on a new industry can send investors running and stocks tumbling. That was evident Thursday. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N7FNGn
Despite Ocasio-Cortez upset, Democratic primaries have not gone as far left as some argue
While self-described progressive have gained more ground in the Democratic Party, national Democrats are still getting their preferred candidates in most swing districts. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2MuYYZr
Nike sales top estimates as retailer sees 'return to growth' in US
Nike has said a sales slump in the U.S. is reversing thanks to its bigger push selling directly to consumers. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2ySht8n
Wells Fargo, JP Morgan, Citi will hike dividends, buy back more stock
Of the major banks, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, Bank of America and J.P. Morgan Chase received approval to increase their capital return plans. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yStGdc
Walgreens promises investors it has a plan, but it isn't enough to ease their concerns
Investors don't seem to have much confidence in Walgreens Boots Alliance, and the drugstore chain hasn’t said much to ease their concerns. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KvPIqw
Tesla is asking Model 3 reservation holders for another $2,500 to order their cars
Would-be Model 3 owners already put down a $1,000 refundable deposit to "reserve" one of Tesla's Model 3s. Those reservation holders must pay an additional $2,500 to turn their reservations into an order from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2MxZDJH
At least 5 dead after shooting at newspaper office in Maryland; suspect in custody
Multiple injuries were reported after a shooting Thursday afternoon at the building housing the Capital Gazette newspaper in Annapolis, Maryland, according to the Anne Arundel County police department. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2IBHxnF
Instagram Stories has twice as many daily users as Snapchat — and it now has background music
Instagram also announced it will let users add background music to their Stories. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tBFD1F
Here's a list of products affected by tariffs so far, including nails and whiskey
As tit-for-tat tariffs take effect in major global markets, some companies are already raising prices or making business changes to cope with higher costs. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KhTuoj
Loop Capital analyst: Amazon’s PillPack deal is “a Trojan Horse”
The investment bank had recently raised its price target for Amazon to $1,900 from $1,800. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tLzbEQ
Dangerous, oppressive heat wave to scorch central, eastern US as 'heat dome' expands
A "heat dome" will lead to high temperatures in the central and eastern US over the weekend. USA Today reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N4Gdx3
LinkedIn is ramping up its use of Microsoft's Azure cloud
LinkedIn is using more cloud-computing resources from its parent company, Microsoft. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N69Fmt
Amazon is buying companies at an unprecedented rate — and why it matters
The PillPack acquisition shows Amazon is willing to spend more money on acquisitions. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N7kULf
Harley-Davidson's CEO would like you to know he didn't call Trump a 'moron.' That was fake news
Someone tweeted out that Harley-Davidson's CEO called President Trump a "moron" over their whole trade/tariff spat. He says he would never disrespect the president like that, the Milwaukee Business Journal reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tCY3PQ
The Red Hen restaurant that refused to serve Sarah Sanders was hit by a cyberattack
The scammers likely weren’t trying to take a political stand, and instead hoped to capitalize on heightened internet traffic to the website because of the headlines, says the researcher who publicized the attack. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2MyOI2D
Amazon swooped in to buy PillPack for around $1 billion after lead buyer Walmart dragged its feet
Sources say that PillPack and Walmart were in talks for months about an acquisition for less than $1 billion, but Walmart was dragging its feet on making a final offer. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lEwqRP
Sen. Jeff Flake says his threat to block judges won't affect Trump's Supreme Court nominee
Flake had previously threatened to vote against the Trump administration's circuit court nominees in order "to force a vote" on Trump's protectionist trade policies. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yScgx7
Bridgewater plans to become a partnership as Ray Dalio takes a step back
Bridgewater is reshaping itself by reducing Ray Dalio's role in the equation, The New York Times reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KvbzLL
Google Cloud CEO Diane Greene says she 'wouldn't have minded' buying GitHub
Google CEO Diane Greene says that although the company has targeted small acquisitions in the past, she "wouldn't have minded" buying the developer platform that Microsoft acquired for $7.5 billion. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tAVCNC
As Amazon moves deeper into health care with PillPack buy, here's what we know about its plans
There's been a lot of speculation about Amazon entering into the $3 trillion health-care market. Here's what we know at this point. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N8az1O
Global stocks see biggest loss of investor cash since the financial crisis
Investor money is hemorrhaging out of global stock funds at a pace not seen since just after the financial crisis exploded. Global equity funds have seen outflows of $12.4 billion in June, a level not seen since October 2008, according to TrimTabs. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2Ku1Qsc
Chipotle shares drop by 9% after company refuses to release financial targets
While CEO Brian Niccol outlined a number of initiatives aimed at luring back customers and boosting sales long-term during a special investor call Wednesday, a number of questions remained unanswered about how the new leadership will deal with near-term struggles. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lKx80d
Desk, swivel chair, trees: Why companies are moving the office outdoors
L.L. Bean joins several of the nation's best-known technology companies to encourage work spaces with a biophilic design – which tries to bring the outside indoors and the inside outdoors. USAToday reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2IxjTsH
Authorities warn as sea lice invade beaches in northwest Florida
Stinging sea lice have invaded Pensacola Beach, USA Today reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lDo0u5
State Dept official says it will work with countries to reduce Iranian oil purchases to zero, clarifying earlier comments
A U.S. State Department official Thursday clarified comments from earlier this week about the U.S. government's expectations that there would be zero imports of Iranian oil by Nov. 4. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2IyMfT2
Buying PillPack would have cost Walmart $700 million. Not buying it wiped $3 billion off the stock
Amazon swooped in to buy PillPack after Walmart offered $700 million. Walmart's stock shedded about $3 billion in value after the Amazon deal was announced. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lExWDs
Sony inks deal with Prince estate to distribute massive music catalog
The late musician, Prince, was off all music streaming sites, until his representatives reached a deal with Sony, according to the New York Business Journal. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yRQKsF
Immigration law changes have left many US businesses scrambling to find low-skilled foreign workers
Businesses are turning to a lottery system to be able to hire immigrant seasonal workers under the H-2B visa program, the New York Times reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lHx7tV
With trade wars brewing and the midterm election ahead, get ready for a wild second half for stocks
With trade wars brewing and the midterm election looming, analysts say the stock market could see plenty of bumps in the second half before ending the year with a bounce. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yNkS8i
Amazon wiped out $17.5 billion from eight companies in one day
Even a hint Amazon might take on a new industry can send investors running and stocks tumbling. That was evident Thursday. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N7FNGn
Despite Ocasio-Cortez upset, Democratic primaries have not gone as far left as some argue
While self-described progressive have gained more ground in the Democratic Party, national Democrats are still getting their preferred candidates in most swing districts. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2MuYYZr
Nike sales top estimates as retailer sees 'return to growth' in US
Nike has said a sales slump in the U.S. is reversing thanks to its bigger push selling directly to consumers. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2ySht8n
Wells Fargo, JP Morgan, Citi will hike dividends, buy back more stock
Of the major banks, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, Bank of America and J.P. Morgan Chase received approval to increase their capital return plans. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yStGdc
Walgreens promises investors it has a plan, but it isn't enough to ease their concerns
Investors don't seem to have much confidence in Walgreens Boots Alliance, and the drugstore chain hasn’t said much to ease their concerns. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KvPIqw
Tesla is asking Model 3 reservation holders for another $2,500 to order their cars
Would-be Model 3 owners already put down a $1,000 refundable deposit to "reserve" one of Tesla's Model 3s. Those reservation holders must pay an additional $2,500 to turn their reservations into an order from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2MxZDJH
At least 5 dead after shooting at newspaper office in Maryland; suspect in custody
Multiple injuries were reported after a shooting Thursday afternoon at the building housing the Capital Gazette newspaper in Annapolis, Maryland, according to the Anne Arundel County police department. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2IBHxnF
Instagram Stories has twice as many daily users as Snapchat — and it now has background music
Instagram also announced it will let users add background music to their Stories. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tBFD1F
Here's a list of products affected by tariffs so far, including nails and whiskey
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Loop Capital analyst: Amazon’s PillPack deal is “a Trojan Horse”
The investment bank had recently raised its price target for Amazon to $1,900 from $1,800. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tLzbEQ
Dangerous, oppressive heat wave to scorch central, eastern US as 'heat dome' expands
A "heat dome" will lead to high temperatures in the central and eastern US over the weekend. USA Today reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N4Gdx3
LinkedIn is ramping up its use of Microsoft's Azure cloud
LinkedIn is using more cloud-computing resources from its parent company, Microsoft. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N69Fmt
Amazon is buying companies at an unprecedented rate — and why it matters
The PillPack acquisition shows Amazon is willing to spend more money on acquisitions. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N7kULf
Harley-Davidson's CEO would like you to know he didn't call Trump a 'moron.' That was fake news
Someone tweeted out that Harley-Davidson's CEO called President Trump a "moron" over their whole trade/tariff spat. He says he would never disrespect the president like that, the Milwaukee Business Journal reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tCY3PQ
The Red Hen restaurant that refused to serve Sarah Sanders was hit by a cyberattack
The scammers likely weren’t trying to take a political stand, and instead hoped to capitalize on heightened internet traffic to the website because of the headlines, says the researcher who publicized the attack. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2MyOI2D
Amazon swooped in to buy PillPack for around $1 billion after lead buyer Walmart dragged its feet
Sources say that PillPack and Walmart were in talks for months about an acquisition for less than $1 billion, but Walmart was dragging its feet on making a final offer. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lEwqRP
Sen. Jeff Flake says his threat to block judges won't affect Trump's Supreme Court nominee
Flake had previously threatened to vote against the Trump administration's circuit court nominees in order "to force a vote" on Trump's protectionist trade policies. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yScgx7
Bridgewater plans to become a partnership as Ray Dalio takes a step back
Bridgewater is reshaping itself by reducing Ray Dalio's role in the equation, The New York Times reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KvbzLL
Google Cloud CEO Diane Greene says she 'wouldn't have minded' buying GitHub
Google CEO Diane Greene says that although the company has targeted small acquisitions in the past, she "wouldn't have minded" buying the developer platform that Microsoft acquired for $7.5 billion. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tAVCNC
As Amazon moves deeper into health care with PillPack buy, here's what we know about its plans
There's been a lot of speculation about Amazon entering into the $3 trillion health-care market. Here's what we know at this point. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2N8az1O
Global stocks see biggest loss of investor cash since the financial crisis
Investor money is hemorrhaging out of global stock funds at a pace not seen since just after the financial crisis exploded. Global equity funds have seen outflows of $12.4 billion in June, a level not seen since October 2008, according to TrimTabs. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2Ku1Qsc
Chipotle shares drop by 9% after company refuses to release financial targets
While CEO Brian Niccol outlined a number of initiatives aimed at luring back customers and boosting sales long-term during a special investor call Wednesday, a number of questions remained unanswered about how the new leadership will deal with near-term struggles. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lKx80d
Desk, swivel chair, trees: Why companies are moving the office outdoors
L.L. Bean joins several of the nation's best-known technology companies to encourage work spaces with a biophilic design – which tries to bring the outside indoors and the inside outdoors. USAToday reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2IxjTsH
Authorities warn as sea lice invade beaches in northwest Florida
Stinging sea lice have invaded Pensacola Beach, USA Today reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lDo0u5
State Dept official says it will work with countries to reduce Iranian oil purchases to zero, clarifying earlier comments
A U.S. State Department official Thursday clarified comments from earlier this week about the U.S. government's expectations that there would be zero imports of Iranian oil by Nov. 4. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2IyMfT2
Kenya fire: Several dead in Nairobi market
The blaze at the Gikomba market, one of the largest in Nairobi, kills at least 15 people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KqWONc
Thai cave: Rising water stops divers searching for missing boys
Rescuers are trying to find new ways into the flooded cave where a group of young Thais are trapped. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Iy4iZH
China won't give up 'one inch' of territory says President Xi to Mattis
Xi Jinping told the visiting US defence secretary he would make no concessions on the South China Sea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2tOxLJM
France's Macron brings back national service
All 16-year-olds will now have to spend at least a month in civic service. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2MvwO0j
Trump-Putin summit agreed by US and Russia in principle
Moscow and Washington will hold a long-delayed summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin soon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2tJGuMX
XXXTentacion fans queue to pay respects at Florida service
Thousands lined up for hours to see the late rapper laid out in a casket at a service in Florida. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KdImsp
Google Home speakers complain of 'glitch'
The search firm says its smart speakers and Chromecast TV dongles are experiencing technical issues. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2yNqFLj
Fox-Disney merger cleared, but sports networks must be sold
Competition regulator has given the deal the go-ahead, but regional sports networks must be sold. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2lzTlxI
Migrant rescue ship Lifeline docks in Malta after days at sea
The vessel Lifeline finally reaches port after days stranded at sea amid a political row. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2N17Irg
Joe Jackson: Patriarch of Jackson family dies aged 89
His death comes two days after the anniversary of Michael Jackson's death nine years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2IwIzRZ
Mexico election: Who is Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador or 'Amlo'?
Here are five things you need to know about Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador or "Amlo". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ixk0Eq
Fingerprint tech could help catch pangolin poachers
British scientists discover a way of taking human fingerprints off seized pangolin scales. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Kh7f6E
The Aquarius migrant rescue ship is empty. Why?
The ship is caught in the middle of a diplomatic row, so it's been unable to do rescue operations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2MrCwAq
Fans react to Germany's World Cup exit
Commiserations and celebrations after Germany fail to make it past the tournament's first stage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KrcRY6
Kareem Waris Olamilekan: A young Nigerian artist with grand plans
Nigerian artist Kareem Waris Olamilekan is inspired by Arinze and Michelangelo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2IyOXbd
Why this 1935 footage of FDR is so unusual
The FDR Presidential Library has released a video of former president Franklin Roosevelt, showing something that was rarely seen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2N5rqSL
Prince William honours his great grandmother in Jerusalem
Who was Prince William's great grandmother and how did she help Greek Jews during the Second World War? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Iwg8DO
World Cup 2018: Mexico fans celebrate South Korean 'brothers'
South Korea's 2-0 defeat over Germany carries Mexico through to the World Cup knockout stage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2lBHeQN
Flamingo that escaped a zoo in 2005 spotted in Texas
The bird, tagged as number 492, is seen near Lavaca Bay, Texas, after fleeing a Kansas zoo in 2005. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Kg1tCa
Is India really the most dangerous country for women?
Why does a new survey rank India less safe for women than countries like Saudi Arabia and Afghanistan? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Kpe2XP
Brexit and the EU Summit: The view from five capitals
Assessing the mood in Berlin, Paris, Rome, Madrid and Budapest ahead of this week's get-together. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KnGxZk
How to survive if you're trapped in a cave
With 12 Thai teenagers trapped underground with their coach, we ask how to survive in a cave. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2tz8PGP
Six attempts to make toys more inclusive
Differently-sized, disabled or non-white dolls were non-existent 20 years ago. Not any more. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Mu6HXS
Marree Man: The enduring mystery of a giant outback figure
Etched into the outback 20 years ago, the vast figure remains a subject of fascination. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2tEnxvf
Letter from Africa: Snapping at the heels of Zimbabwe's 'crocodile'
For the first time in decades, Robert Mugabe is not on the ballot - and more than 20 people now want to fill his shoes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2yLOCT1
Brexit: May warned over 'disappointing' progress in talks
Theresa May is told she must "intensify" the pace of talks as she prepares to face EU leaders. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2N6JgVp
Soldiers and RAF to tackle fire near Saddleworth Moor
About 100 soldiers and the RAF will help fight a fire near Saddleworth Moor that has raged for days. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2lHC8SV
Watchdog takes aim at hotel booking sites
Hotel booking sites must review the way they rank and display rooms, a competition watchdog says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KewHdb
Queen's taxpayer-funded costs up 13% in 2017-18
Public funds used by the Queen for official expenditure and duties went from £41.9m to £47.4m. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KrGCrQ
Trump begins Supreme Court search to replace Anthony Kennedy
Justice Anthony Kennedy's retirement allows the president to shift the top court further to the right. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tGGHSf
Fans react to Germany's World Cup exit
Commiserations and celebrations after Germany fail to make it past the tournament's first stage. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KrcRY6
Putney Bridge jogger assault investigation closed
The hunt for a jogger filmed barging a woman in front of a bus on Putney Bridge has proved fruitless. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Iyjg1O
Revamped drug could save lives of many new mothers - WHO
The World Health Organization says the medicine could reduce cases of fatal post-birth bleeding. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2N6l2uv
China won't give up 'one inch' of territory says President Xi to Mattis
Xi Jinping told the visiting US defence secretary he would make no concessions on the South China Sea. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tOxLJM
A new conversation about graffiti and street art
Often seen as a social problem, artists are trying to change the way we look at graffiti and cities. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Iw3Wmw
Young will pick up climate change bill, advisers warn
Without action on climate change, the coming generation will pay much more to curb emissions, a UK report says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tHidaD
Wireless Festival hosts all-female stage after controversy
The festival is addressing its male-dominated line-up and will host a stage showcasing only female artists. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2IzHSHt
The Papers: 'Schadenfreude' and 'worst' Brexit deal
The papers enjoy Germany's World Cup exit and an ex-PM aide accuses ministers of "undermining" Theresa May. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Iz5egn
News Daily: Brexit talks, moorland fire and England v Belgium build-up
Your morning briefing for 28 June 2018. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KrgOzm
Life on the 82 other Great British islands
Islands off the coast of Great Britain host almost 300,000 homes - around 1% of the British total. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KgtrOa
Is the EU punishing the UK?
The BBC's Europe editor Katya Adler explains. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2IyWgj7
Mexico election: Who is Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador or 'Amlo'?
Here are five things you need to know about Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador or "Amlo". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Ixk0Eq
Babylon claims its chatbot beats GPs at medical exam
The Royal College of General Practitioners disputes the abilities of Babylon's software. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2IwVEL5
Rare footage of FDR walking released
The FDR Presidential Library has released a video of former president Franklin Roosevelt, showing something that was rarely seen. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2N5rqSL
Bristol Uni students raise £1,500 to send cleaner on holiday
Bristol University students successfully crowdfunded more than £1,500 to send their "legend" cleaner to Jamaica. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2yM4NQ7
'Love Island' thongs not welcome at family pool
A "family friendly" pool blames the ITV2 show for a rise in customers in barely-there swimwear. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Kdkllo
In pictures: Hottest day of 2018... so far
Temperatures keep climbing as the heatwave continues - and today's record isn't expected to last long. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2N5R5e7
Gallery shows unseen censored US photos of the 1930s
A government agency in the United States led a propaganda campaign during the Great Depression. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2tJBYyf
Photographer captures dramatic pictures of birds hunting in Scotland
Ospreys catch rainbow trout in their powerful talons. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KsbpVp
The HIV-positive man who stopped thousands getting the virus
How one HIV-positive man stopped thousands getting the virus by helping them obtain a "game-changing" treatment not then available on the NHS. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KgqehR
Being back in the NHS 'reminded me of Afghanistan'
Michael Mosley compares working in A&E now and as a medical student 30 years ago. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2MuAUGg
Milly Dowler's sister: We have a chance to be happy
Milly Dowler would have been 30 this week. Her sister Gemma says the family is reclaiming her memory. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2MtioOj
What do European governments want from the EU Summit?
Assessing the mood in Berlin, Paris, Rome, Madrid and Budapest ahead of this week's get-together. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KnGxZk
Mattis assures South Korea on US troops, says commitment 'ironclad'
Mattis also defended President Donald Trump's decision this month to halt "war games" with South Korea. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2tLW8HN
How a 29-year-old is using blockchain and A.I. to cut energy bills by up to 25 percent
"If you have a very strong belief that the system is not right, the best person to fix it is you," Julius Tan told CNBC Make It. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2KfT0z1
He was 'Japan's David Beckham.' But at 29, Hidetoshi Nakata gave it up. Here's why
When soccer player Hidetoshi Nakata lost his passion for the beautiful game, he decided to give it up and go in search of a new goal. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2yLwRTK
Escalating trade threats are deepening the chill felt by Chinese dealmakers seeking US takeovers
So far this year, Chinese companies have spent just $1.6 billion on U.S. assets. By contrast, the amount China has spent on European assets has risen to $45.1 billion. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2N58vrb
Walmart kicks off back-to-school season with dorm decor push
The effort builds on Walmart's previous investments in its website, including a redesign, and promises more to come. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2KwNyEc
Amazon is looking for entrepreneurs willing to start their own delivery service networks
This year more than 40 percent of all e-commerce purchases will be made on Amazon, according to eMarketer. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2yOcDJb
China's latest conquest: Middle East power broker
Iran's regime claims to have quelled an uprising, but history shows such movements often mark the beginning of change. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2MrAiB4
Citi's plan for its fastest-growing region: Fewer branches, more online
Building digital capabilities has allowed Citibank to grow its consumer banking business in Asia even though it has reduced the number of physical branches. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2MtrJ8P
What to expect from a Trump-Putin summit
While a summit between Trump and Putin will be significant due to the global importance of their countries, it may ultimately result in little more than a public relations event, experts said. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2tKFyrF
BJ's Wholesale Club's initial public offering priced at $17 per share
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings' initial public offering was priced at $17 per share, the upper end of an indicative $15 to $17 range. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2tLE3tm
Large-scale media mergers will lead to more blockbuster content, says Imax CEO
Large-scale media mergers will lead to more blockbusters, says Imax CEO Richard Gelfond. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2yR3Xle
Trump's tariffs could hit 15% of goods coming through Los Angeles port
Imports from China coming through U.S. ports have slowed over the last two months, according to the port's executive director. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2IxV7II
Markets in Asia mixed as trade concerns simmer; China gets some reprieve
Asian stocks were mixed as investors digested developments related to the U.S.' stance on foreign investment amid lingering trade concerns. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2yNIpGd
Obama expected to hit the campaign trail for Democrats with help from Pelosi and Schumer
Starting in September, former President Barack Obama is expected to hit the campaign trail for House, Senate and gubernatorial candidates running in the midterm elections, according to two sources with direct knowledge of the matter. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2yQzP9Q
Stocks look shaky, and it could be a warning
As the first half of the year comes to an end, the stock market is looking especially wobbly. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2lDRs3d
After-hours buzz: PIR, BBBY & more
See which stocks are posting big moves after the bell. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2MZfCSd
White House may be using a softer tone, but it's still targeting Chinese investment in the US
Despite an easing of public statements, the Trump administration plans to keep a close eye on on future Chinese investments in U.S. tech companies from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2tIjIVT
Democrats urge McConnell to wait until after midterms to confirm a Supreme Court justice, citing his blockage of Garland
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said the Senate "will vote to confirm Justice Kennedy's successor this fall." from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2MweULh
South Korean defense company that paid Michael Cohen is poised to win part of a $16 billion Pentagon deal
The Korean defense company partnered with Lockheed Martin to build the T-50A trainer jet in hopes of securing a U.S. Air Force contract. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2lEMgw1
These are the cities where homeowners made the most money selling their homes last year
Homeowners in West Coast cities such as San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Jose, California, made the most money selling their homes in 2017. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2IwZsvM
Fear of trade wars turned this risky stock group into the latest safety play
Small cap stocks have been racing ahead of large caps since February, and should continue to outperform despite their relatively high prices. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2lCrU6l
Google's new rules for employees: No doxxing, trolling or name calling
After months of internal debate, Google revamps its policies on harassment and discrimination. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2IyedP0
Madison Square Garden stock jumps after board approves plan to explore sports spinoff
The Madison Square Garden Company announced on Wednesday it would explore a possible spinoff to create a separate, public company for its sports franchises, including the New York Knicks and New York Rangers. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2MpGppB
Ex-GM Exec Bob Lutz plays down auto tariff threat: Trump ‘not trying to destroy the system’
President Trump’s threat to slap tariffs on imported cars and SUVs is simply a negotiating posture, says former General Motors vice chairman Bob Lutz. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2Kw5Vwg
25 richest families in the world are worth more than $1 trillion
The Walton family of Walmart is the richest clan in the world, with total family wealth of $152 billion, according to data compiled by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2yO9GbB
Buy Yum Brands because of its partnership with GrubHub: Analyst
BTIG raises its rating to buy from neutral for Yum Brands shares. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2Ktmohs
Oil and gas drilling stocks are having their best quarter since 2011
A closely followed oil and gas fund is having its best quarter in more than six years as oil prices surge to multi-year highs. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2lGC3PA
Ticketmaster UK says customers' data may have been stolen in hack
The ticket sales company found software hosted by an external supplier on a customer support product. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2lFlDXL
Debt for US corporations tops $6 trillion
A record $6.3 trillion in corporate debt should trouble Wall Street investors facing a stricter rate environment even as cash hoarding reaches a peak. from Top News & Analysis https://ift.tt/2yOsVSj
China lifts ban on British beef exports
Ban was first introduced more than 20 years ago after the outbreak of mad cow disease. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KsTttE
Bank’s red light warning for EU on lack of Brexit progress
Bank of England says UK making progress on financial services risks around Brexit, but that the EU is lagging. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2N1HO6V
FCA boss: 'No such thing as free banking'
Up to half of the profits made by big banks from current accounts come from just one in 10 customers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2MtVNRX
UK housing market lull drags into summer, says Nationwide
Annual growth in house prices fell to its slowest pace in five years in June, the Nationwide says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2lAIsf3
How a simple change cuts coffee cup waste
A university campus has cut the use of disposable cups with a simple change. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KkA15A
Corporate traps
Chief executives and business experts explain the classic traps for business leaders. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tGDZLz
Sophia Webster: 'The closest shoes can get to confectionery'
The designer speaks to BBC News about building up the eponymous brand she founded in 2012. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2N1Lm98
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Extends Olive Branch to Church After Calling God 'Stupid'
Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte has formed a three-man committee to open up a dialogue with the Catholic church and other religious organizations following his controversial criticism of the Christian faith. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2lFttkh
Kohl's kicks off holiday hiring 'earlier than ever' before
The news comes as retailers are competing in a tighter labor market to obtain top talent. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2lHm2Jn
What Mental Health Experts Think About the Trauma Children Are Experiencing at the Border
Counseling experts say children separated from their parents can fail to grow and develop in a healthy way as they focus their attention on the trauma they're experiencing. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2KmSZ8m
'Targeted, Bullied, and Silenced': Faith-Based Adoption Agencies Being Cut-Off for Biblical Beliefs
More and more faith-based adoption agencies are being forced to close for refusing to place children in houses with same-sex couples. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2MmBvtj
'Not the End': What the Supreme Court Did in the Case of Christian Florist, Fined Over Same-Sex Wedding
The US Supreme Court won't hear the case of Barronelle Stutzman, a Christian florist who was fined for refusing to provide services for a same-sex wedding. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2KksnF5
First Lady: Kindness and Compassion Are Important in Life
Melania Trump said Sunday that kindness, compassion and positivity are important traits in life. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2InougX
California Wildfires Destroy Buildings, Force Evacuations
Wind-driven wildfires destroyed buildings and threatened hundreds of others Sunday as they raced across dry brush in rural Northern California. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Im5Mq3
Texas Pastor Thanks Ivanka Trump for Her Generosity to Help Church's Ministry to Detained Border Kids
At Prestonwood Baptist Church's Sunday service, Pastor Jack Graham thanked Ivanka Trump for her generosity and kindness in donating $50,000 for the Dallas, Texas church's efforts to care for migrants. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2K6YUm7
How to Revive Your Marriage With One Life-Altering Strategy
A pastor and his wife say they have found the formula for making your marriage last and get better as the years go by. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2MSbIdU
This Week: Immigration in the Spotlight, Medications and the Suicide Rate, and Fox News' Harris Faulkner
CBN News Showcase highlights important news stories of the week, stories of faith and what God is doing in the world. It is also an opportunity for you to join our anchors in praying over the headlines and praying for our nation and the world. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2KfFoQq
U.S. Border Patrol Saves Hundreds in Rescue Missions
The U.S. Border Patrol’s Rio Grande Valley Sector Special Operations Detachment unit rescued nearly 300 people in 107 rescue missions. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2yA2Vdh
Facebook Blocks Ads for 'The Trump Prophecy' Film
The producer of "The Trump Prophecy," a film about a man who said God told him in 2011 that Donald Trump would become president, says Facebook is silencing him online. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2JZwl9W
Oregon Supreme Court Won't Give Christian Bakers Their Day in Court in Gay Wedding Case
The Oregon Supreme Court has refused to hear the case of a Christian husband and wife who were penalized for declining to make a wedding cake for a lesbian couple. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2MQg4SL
Texas Authorities Crack Down on Child Sex Crimes, Arrest 60 People
Following a three-month-long operation, law enforcement officials have arrested 60 people for child sex crimes across southeast Texas. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2lvbuwG
Christians Should Remember Their 'Dual Citizenship' When Debating the Bible in Political Terms
Both sides of the heated immigration debate claim the Bible as a source for their positions – a tactic commonly used throughout American history. But what's the best approach to find true meaning and inspiration in the Bible? from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2tvAeIL
Ex-Drug Addict Finds Healing in God, Now He’s Running the Entire Trail of Tears
A young Cherokee man and former drug addict is running the Trail of Tears from North Carolina to Oklahoma to highlight the drug battle raging on his tribe's reservation. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2K7eaP5
Invest in a company's stock the same way you might in a dishwasher. Here's why
Alex Roepers of Atlantic Investment Management shares his insight into what companies people should focus on investing in and which ones to stay away from. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tHtJTn
Alibaba passes IBM in cloud computing and is winning business from European and US clients
Alibaba exceeded analysts estimates for cloud revenue in its latest fiscal year. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KblY3a
Supreme Court's travel ban ruling provokes cheers — and jeers — from politicians
Trump takes a victory lap as Democrats criticized the ruling, maintaining that the travel ban was discriminatory. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2IucslO
Thermostats, locks and lights: Digital tools of domestic abuse
Some abusers — using apps on their smartphones — remotely control everyday objects in the home to watch, listen, and scare, The New York Times reports. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2MZXGqk
Fox feared Comcast came with more regulatory baggage than Disney
A new SEC filing shows that 21st Century Fox was worried that a Comcast deal could be derailed by antitrust laws from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KdLoNi
Trump wants more money from Congress for his border wall
President Trump has previously threatened to shut down the government at the end of September if lawmakers do not meet his border wall funding demands. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2tvdxFd
Market whiplash over Trump trade policy: 'They're making this up as they go along'
Investors are getting whiplash from watching the back-and-forth happening among Trump administration officials who can't seem to agree on a trade policy. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2MryR5A
Acquiring CBS would be a ‘logical’ way for Amazon to win the streaming wars, MoffettNathanson says
Acquiring CBS could be the best way for Amazon to take on Netflix in the streaming wars, according to MoffettNathanson. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yGLIiA
Warren Buffett loves his newspapers, he just wants someone else to manage them for him
Lee Enterprises said Berkshire Hathaway hired it to run its newspaper and digital operations in 30 markets starting next week. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2MZknet
Barclays sees 20 percent gain for Spotify, says it's reinventing how music is sold
Spotify is likely to ramp up advertising as it seeks new ways to make money on music, Barclays said. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2yK0AN7
As candidates get past primaries, top donors now pour millions into general election campaigns
Much of the money is coming from just a handful of the nation's richest donors, according to the latest campaign finance data. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2MZUGu8
Remodeling your home? Here's why it will cost you more
With more homeowners staying put, the costs to update and enlarge are increasing. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2Kaa1L9
Google sister company and drug giant chip in another $1 billion to cure age-related diseases
The additional contributions bring Calico's total funding to $2.5 billion. from U.S. News https://ift.tt/2KjJTt4
Costa UK coffee sales fall by 2%, says owner Whitbread
Costa blames lack of shoppers on High Streets for a fall in like-for-like sales at the start of the year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2lEq0T0
Brexit: Businesses and unions call for urgency
Groups representing millions of UK and EU workers say leaders must show "measureable progress". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tLsjHA
MPs seek report into HBOS Reading probe by Lloyds
The Treasury Select Committee is demanding maximum transparency into Lloyds' investigation of a fraud at HBOS. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2yKF2zF
Uber granted short-term licence to operate in London
The firm is on probation after the regulator previously said it was not a "fit and proper" operator. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2N23NKY
BMW says Brexit customs costs would push up prices
The Mini manufacturer says car prices may rise because of higher costs after the UK leaves the EU. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tCy6Pv
US tells allies to halt Iran oil imports by November
Countries are warned that they must cut oil purchases from the Middle Eastern country to zero. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KdIHLV
Bank of England criticised for £390,000 travel bill
Tory MP Simon Clarke says the expenses for two committee members are "staggering". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KaxpYK
CO2 shortage: Tesco-owned Booker restricts beer sales
Tesco-owned wholesaler Booker restricts beer and cider sales because of the carbon dioxide shortage. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2twC7G2
Brexit prompts Heathrow operator Ferrovial to move international HQ out of UK
Spain's Ferrovial says it plans to move its international base to Amsterdam because of Brexit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Km6YLQ
CO2 shortage: Why it really matters for the UK's food and drink supply
CO2 is now central to UK daily life - now, there's shortage. Why is that and what is being done? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2lDR2cR
European readers still blocked from some US news sites
Major outlets including the LA Times and the New York Daily News remain inaccessible to Europeans, a month after GDPR came into effect. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KoWgHw
Virtual reality 'is not just for gamers'
Firms in Hong Kong are using virtual and augmented reality technology to shape client experience. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tDHCTt
The UK boss of BMW says a no-deal Brexit would push up the cost of its cars
Ian Robertson, BMW's special representative in the UK tells the BBC a no-deal Brexit would push up the cost of its cars from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KjNG9P
Graduation blues
Universities are turning to technology to try to make sure they don't mispronounce names at graduations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KpAX5F
'I am a betting addict'
Gambling is a multi-million dollar business in Kenya, but there are more losers than winners, writes Anthony Wanjiru. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2tCv2D2
Pence warns Central Americans to immigrate legally or not at all
BRASILIA (Reuters) - U.S. Vice President Mike Pence said during the first stop of a Latin American tour on Tuesday that if Central Americans thinking of immigrating to the United States "can't come legally, don't come at all." from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2KrwQZO
Top Myanmar military officers should be tried for crimes against humanity: Amnesty International
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Senior Myanmar military officials, including the commanders of its defense services and army, should face trial for crimes against humanity over the treatment of Rohingya minorities, Amnesty International said in a report on Tuesday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2lCUvZa
China, U.S. strike positive tone in Mattis defense talks
BEIJING (Reuters) - U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis kicked off talks in China on Wednesday that he and his Chinese counterpart described as "open and honest," seeking to strike a positive tone despite Sino-U.S. tensions over trade and the South China Sea. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2Kp6vvu
Japan, South Korea in talks with U.S to avert damage from Iran sanctions
TOKYO/SEOUL (Reuters) - Japan and South Korea, two major buyers of Iranian oil, are in talks with the U.S. government in a bid to avoid adverse impacts from Washington's reimposition of sanctions aimed at cutting Iran out of international markets. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2lyDtLU
Wind in sails, Mexican leftist heads to giant stadium for campaign finale
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexican presidential favorite Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador is due to wrap up his election campaign on Wednesday in the country's largest soccer stadium, fortified by a new opinion poll showing his already-commanding lead growing even further. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2tIv63Y
Exclusive: Myanmar rejects citizenship reform at private Rohingya talks
YANGON (Reuters) - A senior Myanmar official has told Western diplomats that a proposal to review a citizenship law that effectively renders most Rohingya Muslims stateless could not be implemented, five people present at the meeting in Denmark in early June told Reuters. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2Iw3Gnf
Exclusive: Mexican leftist's lead edges higher before Sunday presidential vote
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexico's left-wing presidential candidate Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador widened his lead slightly to 26 percentage points ahead of the country's election on Sunday, according to a new poll. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2Kr2u6K
Israel targets Gaza militant's car, rockets launched into Israel: army
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israeli aircraft and a tank struck a vehicle belonging to an operative of the Islamist Hamas faction that dominates the Gaza Strip, as militants launched rockets into Israel, the Israeli military said on Wednesday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2lB1ZvR