5 Key Areas Of Business To Channel Your Focus

https://www.pexels.com/photo/architecture-building-business-city-316879/ Running a business comes with a lot of complexities. Not only do you need to be able to wear a bunch of different hats, you have to be able to excel in a range of different areas if you want succeed. Whether you choose to outsource some of the responsibility or take on some… Continue reading 5 Key Areas Of Business To Channel Your Focus

France Elections 2017: Emmanuel Macron Targeted By Massive Hacking Attack

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Emmanuel Macron’s campaign says it has been the target of a “massive hacking attack” after a trove of documents was released online. The campaign of French presidential candidate said that genuine files were mixed up with fake ones in order to confuse people. It said it was clear that hackers wanted to undermine Emmanuel Macron… Continue reading France Elections 2017: Emmanuel Macron Targeted By Massive Hacking Attack

Growing a Landscaping Business: What you Need to Know

Are you a landscaper looking to grow your business? It is no easy feat to get a landscaping business off of the ground and running efficiently and properly. If you have managed to achieve it, then it’s time to look at the next phase of your company’s lifecycle; growth. Growing a Landscaping Business the Right… Continue reading Growing a Landscaping Business: What you Need to Know

US Economy Adds 211,000 Jobs in April 2017

US jobs growth was bigger than expected in April as businesses added 211,000 posts. According to the US Department of Labor figures, the unemployment rate dropped slightly to 4.4%, compared with 4.5% in March. The rebound in the jobs market could pave the way for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates in June. The… Continue reading US Economy Adds 211,000 Jobs in April 2017

Oil Prices Drop Further on Oversupply Concerns

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Oil prices have dropped further, adding to near 5% losses seen on May 4, as concerns about a worldwide supply glut resurfaced. Brent crude fell 1.8% at $47.49 a barrel, while US crude dropped 2.1% to $44.58 a barrel. Oil is at its lowest level since November 2016, when OPEC struck a deal to cut… Continue reading Oil Prices Drop Further on Oversupply Concerns

KPMG Investigated over Rolls-Royce Audit

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UK’s Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has opened an investigation into KPMG’s audit of the accounts of Rolls-Royce. The FRC will probe the accountancy giant’s oversight of Rolls-Royce’s financial statements covering four years. It follows Rolls-Royce’s settlement of £671 million ($800 million) with the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) in January over corruption allegations. KPMG said it… Continue reading KPMG Investigated over Rolls-Royce Audit

TrumpCare: Republican Healthcare Bill Narrowly Passed By the House

ObamaCare is “dead”, said President Donald Trump after the Republican healthcare bill was narrowly passed by the House. The 217-213 vote marked Donald Trump’s first legislative victory and goes some way to keeping a key campaign promise to roll back his predecessor’s law. Democrats say the American Health Care Act will leave millions uninsured. The… Continue reading TrumpCare: Republican Healthcare Bill Narrowly Passed By the House

France Elections 2017: Emmanuel Macron Wins Final Presidential Debate

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Emmanuel Macron was more impressive than rival Marine Le Pen in last night’s final TV debate for French presidential debate, a viewers’ poll says. The candidates traded insults for more than two hours, arguing over terrorism, the economy, and Europe. The French broadcaster BFMTV found voters had a more favorable view of Emmanuel Macron than… Continue reading France Elections 2017: Emmanuel Macron Wins Final Presidential Debate

House to Hold Vote on ObamaCare Repeal Bill

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The House will hold a vote on May 4 on a revised healthcare bill that Republicans hope will replace ObamaCare. House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy said the leadership in the party was confident it had secured enough votes for the bill to pass. The bill would then go to the Senate where it could face… Continue reading House to Hold Vote on ObamaCare Repeal Bill

France Elections 2017: Marine Le Pen and Emmanuel Macron in Final TV Debate

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Marine Le Pen and Emmanuel Macron go head to head on in a TV debate seen as the climax of a long and bitter campaign for France’s presidential election. The aim for centrist Emmanuel Macron and his far-right rival Marine Le Pen is to win the votes of large numbers of undecided or reluctant voters.… Continue reading France Elections 2017: Marine Le Pen and Emmanuel Macron in Final TV Debate

iPhone Sales Drop in Q1 of 2017

iPhone sales dropped in the first three months of 2017 than a year ago, Apple said in its latest results. Apple, which is due to release a new phone later this year, said it sold 50.8 million iPhones in the Q1 of 2017, down 1% year-on-year. The company’s CEO Tim Cook blamed a “pause” as… Continue reading iPhone Sales Drop in Q1 of 2017

Venezuela Opposition Sets Up Roadblocks and Demands Early Elections

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Venezuela opposition has set up roadblocks and staged demonstrations demanding elections as the country’s political and economic crisis deepens. Protesters responded with defiance to President Nicolas Maduro’s call for a new constitution to end unrest that has killed 28 people. Nicolas Maduro said his move was necessary to fend off a foreign-backed plot against him.… Continue reading Venezuela Opposition Sets Up Roadblocks and Demands Early Elections

Alitalia Requests to Enter Bankruptcy Proceedings

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Alitalia will formally request to enter bankruptcy proceedings, after workers rejected a restructuring plan. Italy’s troubled flagship airline said its flight schedule would continue to operate as planned, while administrators examine whether the company can be turned around. Alitalia has received more than 7 billion euros from the Italian government over the last decade. However,… Continue reading Alitalia Requests to Enter Bankruptcy Proceedings

Marine Le Pen Accused of Plagiarizing Francois Fillon’s Speech

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Marine Le Pen has been accused of plagiarizing defeated rival Francois Fillon in a speech she delivered on May 1. Several sections of French presidential candidate’s speech in Villepinte, north of Paris, appear to repeat almost word-for-word comments Francois Fillon made in an address on April 15. An official of her National Front party said… Continue reading Marine Le Pen Accused of Plagiarizing Francois Fillon’s Speech

Gorsuch’s Confirmation Gives Senate Republicans Another Achievement

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After having trouble getting traction during President Obama’s tenure in some ways, Senate Republicans dug their heels in when Judge Samuel Alito passed away, blocking any practical conversation on a replacement until a new president could be sworn in. According to one senator at the time, Mike Crapo of Idaho, “The current Supreme Court vacancy should… Continue reading Gorsuch’s Confirmation Gives Senate Republicans Another Achievement

Budget Talks: Congressional Negotiators Reach Agreement on Spending Bill

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Top Capitol Hill negotiators have reached an agreement on a spending bill to keep the government running until September 30. The bipartisan deal boosts military spending but does not include funding for President Donald Trump’s proposed wall on the Mexico border. The reported $1 trillion-deal needs to be approved by lawmakers. On April 28, Congress… Continue reading Budget Talks: Congressional Negotiators Reach Agreement on Spending Bill

Donald Trump Launches Scathing Attack on US Media at 100-Day Rally

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President Donald Trump has attacked the US media during a rally marking 100 days in office. Donald Trump told supporters in Pennsylvania that he was keeping “one promise after another”, dismissing criticism as “fake news” by “out of touch” journalists. He decided to skip the White House Correspondents’ Dinner – the first president to miss… Continue reading Donald Trump Launches Scathing Attack on US Media at 100-Day Rally

Donald Trump Signs Executive Order Aimed at Lifting Arctic Drilling Ban

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President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order aimed at reducing restrictions on oil drilling in the Arctic and Atlantic in order to “unleash American energy”. He said it would create “thousands and thousands” of jobs, despite a downturn in the oil market. The executive order could reverse a ban put in place by… Continue reading Donald Trump Signs Executive Order Aimed at Lifting Arctic Drilling Ban

Vorayuth Yoovidhya Case: Thai Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Red Bull Heir

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An arrest warrant has been issued in Thailand for Red Bull heir Vorayuth Yoovidhya, in a move critics say is long overdue. Vorayuth Yoovidhya is accused of knocking down and killing a policeman while speeding in Bangkok in 2012. He has repeatedly failed to meet police to face charges, which include reckless driving causing death.… Continue reading Vorayuth Yoovidhya Case: Thai Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Red Bull Heir

US Economy Slows Dramatically in Q1 2017

According to official data, the US economy slowed dramatically in the first quarter of 2017. GDP expanded at an annual rate of 0.7% in Q1 of 2017, which was a sharp slowdown from the 2.1% growth rate in the final three months of 2016. It was also the lowest rate of growth since Q1 of… Continue reading US Economy Slows Dramatically in Q1 2017

Donald Trump Congressional Briefing on North Korea

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President Donald Trump’s strategy on North Korea is to tighten sanctions on the secretive country and step up diplomatic moves aimed at pressuring it to end its nuclear and missile programs. The strategy was announced after a special briefing for all 100 US senators. Earlier, the top US commander in the Pacific defended the deployment… Continue reading Donald Trump Congressional Briefing on North Korea

News and Events that Affect Forex Market Dynamics and Volatility

Overall, the world of trading is highly volatile, and numerous events determine its trends every day. Knowing these events and keeping an eye open for these news in the global arena may help you make a fortune on wise and timely trading decisions. Learn about the most significant and influential events to look for in… Continue reading News and Events that Affect Forex Market Dynamics and Volatility

Donald Trump Tax Plan Proposal: Sharp Reduction in Business Tax Rate

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President Donald Trump is to announce his intention to cut the rate of corporation tax when he presents his tax plan later. According to White House officials, the centerpiece of April 26 announcement will be a sharp reduction in the business tax rate, from 35% to 15%. Economists say the tax cuts will add trillions… Continue reading Donald Trump Tax Plan Proposal: Sharp Reduction in Business Tax Rate

The Basic Things You Need To Know About Pink Tax

The “Pink Tax” raises concerns on gender inequity, which many women see as a tool that forces them to pay more than men. Named as such because of the color that marketers deliberately used to market products to girls and women, the Pink Tax refers to the state-sanctioned price difference between female-specific products and goods… Continue reading The Basic Things You Need To Know About Pink Tax

Donald Trump’s Sanctuary City Order Blocked by California Judge

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A ruling that blocks President Donald Trump’s order barring funding for cities that shelter illegal immigrants has been labeled as “bananas” by the White House. A San Francisco judge has placed January’s executive order in limbo, but the White House is vowing to appeal. San Francisco and Santa Clara County sued in February. The Trump… Continue reading Donald Trump’s Sanctuary City Order Blocked by California Judge