French poet and essayist Yves Bonnefoy has died at the age of 93, local media report. One of France’s most esteemed modern poets, Yves Bonnefoy published more than 100 books translated into 30 languages. Yves Bonnefoy was also a translator who was known for his French versions of the plays of William Shakespeare, and the… Continue reading Poet Yves Bonnefoy Dies Aged 93
Year: 2016
Bangladesh Holey Artisan Bakery Hostage Crisis Ends After 12 Hours
At least 20 people have been freed after Bangladeshi troops cleared Holey Artisan Bakery cafe in the capital Dhaka where suspected Islamist gunmen took hostages, including foreigners. Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina said 13 hostages were freed and six attackers shot dead. One of the gunmen was arrested, she said. Some of those who were held… Continue reading Bangladesh Holey Artisan Bakery Hostage Crisis Ends After 12 Hours
Australia Elections 2016: Coalition Government Expected to Win
Australia is holding federal elections, where the conservative coalition government is widely expected to win. PM Malcolm Turnball and opposition leader Bill Shorten delivered their final pitches to voters on July 1 after a marathon eight-week campaign. The UK’s decision to leave the EU appears to have benefitted PM Malcolm Turnbull. Labor Party leader Bill… Continue reading Australia Elections 2016: Coalition Government Expected to Win
Bangladesh Hostage Crisis: Gunmen Storm Holey Artisan Bakery Cafe in Dhaka
A number of hostages have been taken by gunmen that stormed a popular cafe in the diplomatic area of the Bangladeshi capital, Dhaka, officials say. Several foreigners are among those being detained by eight or nine gunmen in Dhaka’s Gulshan district, they add. Two police officers have been killed in a gun battle, a spokesman… Continue reading Bangladesh Hostage Crisis: Gunmen Storm Holey Artisan Bakery Cafe in Dhaka
Austria Court Annuls Presidential Election Result
Austria’s Constitutional Court has annulled the result of the presidential election narrowly lost by Norbert Hofer, the candidate of the far-right Freedom Party. The Freedom Party had challenged the result, saying that postal votes had been illegally and improperly handled. Norbert Hofer lost the election to the former leader of the Greens, Alexander Van der… Continue reading Austria Court Annuls Presidential Election Result
Tesla Crash: First Death Potentially Caused by Self-Driving Technology Investigated
The first death potentially caused by self-driving technology is now being investigated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The driver of a Tesla car died in Florida in May after colliding with a truck. Under scrutiny is Tesla’s Autopilot feature, which automatically changes lanes and reacts to traffic. In a statement, Tesla said… Continue reading Tesla Crash: First Death Potentially Caused by Self-Driving Technology Investigated
SpyStealth Phone Tracking Software
SpyStealth phone tracking software gives you the opportunity to track up to three devices, and what those devices are used for, giving you the opportunity to keep track of children or employees and ensure their behaviour is what is expected. The SpyStealth software monitors the device’s actions, even down to small details, giving you the… Continue reading SpyStealth Phone Tracking Software
Istanbul Attackers Are All from Ex-USSR
Turkish sources claim that the three men who carried out the deadly attack on Istanbul’s Ataturk airport on June 28 were all from parts of the former USSR. One is said to be from Russia’s North Caucasus region and the others from Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Turkey believes ISIS was behind the suicide gun and bomb… Continue reading Istanbul Attackers Are All from Ex-USSR
Istanbul Attack: Turkish Police Raids Against Suspected ISIS Militants
Turkey has carried out raids against suspected ISIS militants after the deadly attack on Istanbul’s Ataturk airport. At least 13 suspects were detained in the raids in Istanbul, with more in the western coastal city of Izmir. Turkey believes ISIS was behind June 28 suicide gun and bomb attack that left 42 people dead and… Continue reading Istanbul Attack: Turkish Police Raids Against Suspected ISIS Militants
Philippines: Rodrigo Duterte and Leni Robredo Inauguration
Rodrigo Duterte has been sworn in as the new president of the Philippines, after winning election in May. The 71-year-old overthrew the political establishment at the polls, promising a “bloody war” on crime and corruption. In his inaugural speech the controversial former mayor of Davao City promised to make sweeping changes to the country’s political… Continue reading Philippines: Rodrigo Duterte and Leni Robredo Inauguration
Alvin Toffler Dies in Bel Air Aged 87
Futurologist guru Alvin Toffler has died at the age of 87. He was the author of 1970 Future Shock and other works predicting social, economic and technological change. Future Shock, which sold 15 million copies, defined people’s anxiety at the pace of social change in the 1960s. Alvin Toffler popularized terms such as “information overload”… Continue reading Alvin Toffler Dies in Bel Air Aged 87
Istanbul Airport Attack Death Toll Rises to 41
The number of people killed the Istanbul’s Ataturk airport attack has risen to 41 with 239 injured, the Turkish city’s governor says. Thirteen of those killed in the attack were foreign nationals, he added. Three attackers arrived in a taxi and began firing at the terminal entrance late on June 28. They blew themselves up… Continue reading Istanbul Airport Attack Death Toll Rises to 41
El Chapo Guzman Extradition to US Temporarily Halted
The extradition of Mexican cartel boss Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman to the US has been temporarily halted after his lawyers filed appeals. Mexico agreed to transfer El Chapo Guzman in May after the US guaranteed he would not face the death penalty. However, the ruling means it could be months or even years before the… Continue reading El Chapo Guzman Extradition to US Temporarily Halted
Istanbul Airport Attack Kills 36 and Injures 147
At least 36 people have been killed and 147 others injured in a gun and bomb attack in Istanbul’s Ataturk international airport, officials say. Three attackers began shooting outside and inside the terminal on the evening of June 28 and blew themselves up after police fired at them, officials say. Turkey’s PM Binali Yildirim said… Continue reading Istanbul Airport Attack Kills 36 and Injures 147
Philips Charitable Organization and the Role Karen Played in Its Founding
The Phillips Charitable Organizations is the philanthropic brainchild of Karen and Charles Phillips. As a 501(c)3 registered non-profit organization, they aim to provide quick and effective financial support to disadvantaged students who want to enter the STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) fields, single parents, and wounded and army veterans. The board of PCO is made… Continue reading Philips Charitable Organization and the Role Karen Played in Its Founding
How cloud computing is transforming business operations
Once upon a time it sounded a novel idea, but cloud computing is anything but that in 2016. The term has proved to be confusing to some, but that’s not stopped it from soaring in popularity. At first it was winning domestic battles – replacing USB drives and other popular forms of storage with an… Continue reading How cloud computing is transforming business operations
IKEA Recalls 29 Million Malm Chests of Drawers over Child Deaths
Swedish furniture giant IKEA has decided to recall 29 million Malm chests of drawers in the US and Canada, after the deaths of three children in the US. IKEA has stopped selling the drawers in the US and Canada after they toppled over and crushed the children. Initially, the furniture retailer warned consumers to use… Continue reading IKEA Recalls 29 Million Malm Chests of Drawers over Child Deaths
Bud Spencer Dies in Rome Aged 86
Legendary actor Bud Spencer, who starred in a number of spaghetti westerns, has died aged 86. The Italian actor, whose real name was Carlo Pedersoli, passed away peacefully on June 27 in Rome “and did not suffer from pain”, his son, Giuseppe Pedersoli has announced. Bud Spencer was known among his fans as the “big… Continue reading Bud Spencer Dies in Rome Aged 86
Dieselgate: VW Reaches $15 Billion Settlement with US Car Owners
Volkswagen has reportedly reached a $15 billion settlement with US car owners after admitting it cheated emission tests. The German auto maker would offer to repair or buy back the affected diesel vehicles and pay owners compensation, according to sources close to the talks. In 2015, US regulators discovered that VW cars were fitted with… Continue reading Dieselgate: VW Reaches $15 Billion Settlement with US Car Owners
The Contributions of Abraham Lincoln Are Still Important Today
Abraham Lincoln is remembered for changing the course of American history. His greatest contributions include uniting a divided nation and putting a decisive end to the practice of slavery. In addition to the changes he was able to implement, he is well-known for his oratory, in particular, the Gettysburg Address. History professionals or Lincoln enthusiasts… Continue reading The Contributions of Abraham Lincoln Are Still Important Today
A Comprehensive Guide to Implementing an ERP System
Getting the most from an ERP system requires two areas of focus: picking the right ERP provider and implementing their services properly (carefully). Neglecting one in favor of the other will limit the impact your ERP has on your organization and expose you to risks and vulnerabilities you wished you avoided. In this article will… Continue reading A Comprehensive Guide to Implementing an ERP System
4 Ways to Get Your Brand to Stand Out
From trending product photos with stellar hash tags that get hundreds of likes on social media and eventually shared by celebrities, to a mention on a morning talk show for national recognition reaching hundreds of thousands, there’s a staggering amount of potential exposure in today’s media landscape for all your competition…and you. When it… Continue reading 4 Ways to Get Your Brand to Stand Out
As Japan and South Korea Move Forwards, North Korea Is A Deadweight
The antagonism that exists between South Korea and Japan has a historical background. Contemporary hostility is traced back to 1910 when Japan ruled Korea until 1945 at the end of World War II, when Korea gained independence and became a separate country. The rulers of both Asian nations did try to establish friendlier ties but… Continue reading As Japan and South Korea Move Forwards, North Korea Is A Deadweight
Panama Canal Officially Inaugurated After Nine Years of Construction
The first voyage through the newly-enlarged Panama Canal has been made by a giant Chinese container ship. The vessel was greeted with fireworks and cheers from a crowd that had gathered at the Cocoli locks to celebrate. Panama’s President Juan Carlos Varela described the waterway as a route that would unite the world. Juan Carlos… Continue reading Panama Canal Officially Inaugurated After Nine Years of Construction
How to Choose a Perfect Rug for Your Kids’ Room
Your children probably spend most of their time in their own rooms, so it’s important to make it kid-friendly. This means that the furniture and the design should be chosen in a way which conducts to playing and learning, while being safe and comfortable. Carpets and rugs are an important piece of the puzzle in… Continue reading How to Choose a Perfect Rug for Your Kids’ Room