Harry Reid, the Democratic leader in the Senate, says FBI director James Comey may have broken the law by revealing the bureau was investigating emails possibly linked to Hillary Clinton. He accused James Comey of violating an act which bars officials from influencing an election. News of the FBI inquiry comes less than two weeks… Continue reading Harry Reid: James Comey May Have Violated Hatch Act
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Moldova Elections 2016: Second Round between Igor Dodon and Maia Sandu
Moldova’s presidential election will go to a run-off on November 13 after pro-Russian candidate Igor Dodon narrowly failed to secure a majority of votes. With almost all ballots counted, Igor Dodon won 48.5%. His closest rival, pro-European candidate Maia Sandu, has 38.2%. Igor Dodon needed at least 51% to avoid a second round. October 30… Continue reading Moldova Elections 2016: Second Round between Igor Dodon and Maia Sandu
Hillary Clinton’s Campaign Challenges FBI over New Email Investigation
Hillary Clinton’s campaign team has condemned the FBI’s decision to brief lawmakers on a new inquiry into the Democratic candidate’s email use. On October 28, FBI Director James Comey informed Congress of the move in a letter, 11 days before the election. Hillary Clinton told supporters the move was “unprecedented” and “deeply troubling”. However, Donald… Continue reading Hillary Clinton’s Campaign Challenges FBI over New Email Investigation
Hillary Clinton Says She Is Confident over New FBI Investigation
Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton says she is “confident” a new FBI probe linked to her emails will not change its original finding that she should not be prosecuted. She called on the FBI director to explain the new inquiry to the American people. James Comey earlier said the FBI was looking into newly found messages.… Continue reading Hillary Clinton Says She Is Confident over New FBI Investigation
Mike Pence Narrow Escapes as Plane Skids Off Runway at LaGuardia Airport
Donald Trump’s running mate Mike Pence has had a narrow escape after his plane slid off the runway while landing in New York City. The Republican VP candidate told reporters he was fine after the rough touchdown at LaGuardia Airport. No one was injured. Mike Pence and the other 30 or so passengers were evacuated… Continue reading Mike Pence Narrow Escapes as Plane Skids Off Runway at LaGuardia Airport
Donald Trump Breaks from Campaign to Open New Hotel in Washington
During the opening ceremony of his new hotel, Donald Trump has praised Newt Gingrich in his TV row with Fox News presenter Megyn Kelly over claims of misconduct made against the Republican nominee. “Congratulations,” Donald Trump said. “That was an amazing interview last night… We don’t play games, Newt.” After the opening ceremony in Washington,… Continue reading Donald Trump Breaks from Campaign to Open New Hotel in Washington
Donald Trump Says Hillary Clinton’s Foreign Policy Plan in Syria Would Trigger WWIII
Donald Trump has said Hillary Clinton’s foreign policy plan in Syria would trigger World War Three. The Republican also said the US should focus on defeating ISIS rather than removing Syria’s president. Hillary Clinton has proposed a no-fly zone over Syria. The top US military chief has said that could spell conflict with Russian jets… Continue reading Donald Trump Says Hillary Clinton’s Foreign Policy Plan in Syria Would Trigger WWIII
iPhone Sales Beat Analyst Expectations
Apple has reported falling of iPhone sales and revenue for the third quarter in a row, but sales beat analyst expectations. It sold 45.51 million iPhones in the three months to September 24, beating an average estimate of 44.8 million. The company also forecast higher-than-expected holiday season revenue of between $76 billion and $78 billion.… Continue reading iPhone Sales Beat Analyst Expectations
How to Properly Evaluate Fully Hosted eCommerce Platforms
You’ve decided to sell online. Congratulations. Ecommerce offers opportunities that were previously not available to entrepreneurs. However, competition for online customers is as fierce with more options available to consumers than ever before. Ensuring that you’re able to meet your customers’ needs and requirements is paramount to standing out from your many competitors and growing… Continue reading How to Properly Evaluate Fully Hosted eCommerce Platforms
Cyrus Mistry Removed as Tata Sons Chairman
Cyrus Pallonji Mistry has been sacked as chairman of Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata Group. He was replaced by Ratan Tata, who has been named as interim chairman while a selection committee finds a permanent replacement. Cyrus Mistry has led the company, which owns Tata Steel, since late December 2012. He was… Continue reading Cyrus Mistry Removed as Tata Sons Chairman
Donald Trump Admits He Lags Behind Hillary Clinton
Donald Trump’s campaign has admitted the Republican nominee lags behind rival Democratic Hillary Clinton with just over two weeks before Election Day. Campaign manager Kellyanne Conway said: “We are behind. She has some advantages.” “We’re not giving up. We know we can win this.” On October 21, Donald Trump made a rare admission that he… Continue reading Donald Trump Admits He Lags Behind Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton No Longer Cares What Donald Trump Might Say
Hillary Clinton has said she no longer cares what Donald Trump might say and will focus on issues instead. Recalling their acrimonious exchanges, Hillary Clinton said: “I debated him for four and a half hours. “I don’t even think about responding to him anymore.” The Democratic nominee was speaking to reporters aboard her campaign plane.… Continue reading Hillary Clinton No Longer Cares What Donald Trump Might Say
AT&T Announces Time Warner Acquisition in $85.4 Billion Deal
AT&T has announced that it will buy Time Warner for $85.4 billion. The deal was agreed at a meeting of the two boards on October 22 but will still need to be approved by regulators. Correspondents say it is the biggest deal in the world this year. The deal reflects the desire of the telecoms… Continue reading AT&T Announces Time Warner Acquisition in $85.4 Billion Deal
Donald Trump Presents His Plan for First 100 Days in Office
Donald Trump has outlined what he would do in his first 100 days at the White House. With 17 days until Election Day, much of the recent focus has been on controversies linked to his campaign. In a speech in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, The Republican nominee sought to highlight changes he would introduce. Among them were… Continue reading Donald Trump Presents His Plan for First 100 Days in Office
Donald Trump Launches Attack on Michelle Obama
Donald Trump has launched a rare attack on First Lady Michelle Obama, saying “all she wants to do is campaign” for Hillary Clinton. The Republican nominee also accused Michelle Obama of attacking Hillary Clinton in 2007 by invoking a line she had said about fitness to run the White House. The Obama campaign had denied… Continue reading Donald Trump Launches Attack on Michelle Obama
Barack Obama: “Donald Trump’s Election Rhetoric Is Dangerous”
President Barack Obama has said Donald Trump’s insistence that he might not accept the election result is “dangerous”. Speaking at a campaign rally in Miami for Hillary Clinton, President Obama said Donald Trump’s comments undermined American democracy. During the third debate, the republican nominee refused to say he would accept the outcome of the election… Continue reading Barack Obama: “Donald Trump’s Election Rhetoric Is Dangerous”
Al Smith Dinner 2016: Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton Poke Fun at Each Other
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have poked fun at each other at a charity dinner, just one day after their bitter final debate. Hillary Clinton laughed as Donald Trump joked about her well-paid speeches and the FBI investigation into her private email. However, the Republican nominee was booed when he joked that she hated Catholics.… Continue reading Al Smith Dinner 2016: Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton Poke Fun at Each Other
Microsoft Shares Hit All-Time High Following Focus On Cloud Computing
Microsoft’s shares have hit an all-time high after the company posted better-than-expected quarterly profits. Its focus on cloud computing helped the software giant to post a $4.7 billion profit for Q3 of 2016. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has focused on building the company’s expertise in cloud-based services amid slowing PC sales. Shares rose 6% to… Continue reading Microsoft Shares Hit All-Time High Following Focus On Cloud Computing
Donald Trump Will Accept Election Result If He Wins
Donald Trump has said he will accept the results of the election if he wins. The Republican nominee added that he would accept a “clear” result – but reserved the right to challenge a “questionable” result. Donald Trump appeared at a rally in Delaware, Ohio, speaking for the first time after the final debate with… Continue reading Donald Trump Will Accept Election Result If He Wins
Final Debate: Donald Trump Refuses to Commit to Accepting Poll Result
In the final debate against rival Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump has refused to commit to accepting the election result if he loses. The Republican nominee told moderator Chris Wallace: “I will tell you at the time.” For days Donald Trump has claimed the election is “rigged”. The Las Vegas debate on October 19 continued the… Continue reading Final Debate: Donald Trump Refuses to Commit to Accepting Poll Result
Donald Trump Vs. Hillary Clinton in Final Debate
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton will take to the stage in Las Vegas on October 19 for the final debate in an increasingly bitter race for the presidency. According to latest polls, Donald Trump is losing in key battleground states after facing a slew of assault allegations. However, Hillary Clinton remains unpopular with many voters… Continue reading Donald Trump Vs. Hillary Clinton in Final Debate
Barack Obama Rejects Donald Trump’s Claim of Rigged Election
Barack Obama has urged Donald Trump to “stop whining” as he rejected his claim that November 8 election will be rigged. The president said Donald Trump’s attempt to discredit a poll before it has even taken place was “unprecedented” for a presidential candidate. Also “unprecedented”, said Barack Obama, was Donald Trump’s “flattery” of Russian President… Continue reading Barack Obama Rejects Donald Trump’s Claim of Rigged Election
Presidential Debate: 32.7% of Pro-Trump Tweets Posted by Bots
According to a recent research, more than four times as many tweets were made by automated accounts in favor of Donald Trump around the first presidential debate as by those backing rival Hillary Clinton. The study found Donald Trump would have enjoyed more support on Twitter even if the accounts – known as bots –… Continue reading Presidential Debate: 32.7% of Pro-Trump Tweets Posted by Bots
Netflix Shares Jump 20% on Record Number of Subscribers
Netflix’s shares have soared after the video streaming company posted a record number of subscribers that beat estimates. The company added 3.2 million international customers in the last three months, far more than the 2 million analysts had predicted. In the US, the number rose 21% to 370,000 as hit shows such as Stranger Things… Continue reading Netflix Shares Jump 20% on Record Number of Subscribers
Melania Trump Insists Donald Trump’s Accusers Are Lying
Donald Trump’s wife, Melania, has insisted that her husband is a “gentleman” and that the women who allege that he assaulted them are lying. Melania Trump also said that inappropriate remarks her husband made about women that were caught on videotape were unacceptable but did not represent the man she knows. Donald Trump was guilty… Continue reading Melania Trump Insists Donald Trump’s Accusers Are Lying