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Stock markets waver as Nvidia, Ukraine tensions urge caution
Stock markets were little changed in Europe and on Wall Street Thursday after Ukraine claimed that Moscow fired an intercontinental ballistic missile, ratcheting up fears of further escalation in the war on Europe's doorstep.
Kenya scraps Adani deals as Ruto attempts to reset presidency
Kenyan President William Ruto sought Thursday to turn the page on a difficult year, cancelling controversial deals with India's Adani Group and vowing to tackle corruption, police kidnappings and gender-based violence.
French YouTuber takes on manga after conquering Everest
A French influencer fresh off a smash hit film documenting his ascent to Everest's peak is turning his sights to a new challenge: manga.
Stock markets diverge, as bitcoin closes in on $100,000
Major stock markets diverged and the dollar was mixed Thursday as traders weighed escalating tensions in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Four tourists die after suspected tainted alcohol poisoning in Laos
Four foreign tourists have died after a suspected mass methanol poisoning from drinking tainted alcohol at a backpacker hotspot in Laos, Western government officials and media said Thursday.
Four tourists die after suspected Laos methanol poisoning
Four foreign tourists have died after a suspected mass methanol poisoning from drinking tainted alcohol at a backpacker hotspot in Laos, Western government officials and media said Thursday.
Sri Lanka's president makes U-turn on IMF bailout
Sri Lanka's new leader on Thursday backed a controversial IMF bailout, marking a U-turn from his election pledge to renegotiate the deal secured by his predecessor.
India opposition leader demands tycoon Adani's arrest after US charges
Billionaire Indian tycoon Gautam Adani should be arrested after US prosecutors charged him with paying more than $250 million in bribes to secure lucrative government contracts, opposition leader Rahul Gandhi said Thursday.
Why is Indian tycoon Gautam Adani facing US bribery charges?
The business empire of Gautam Adani is again in turmoil after the billionaire Indian tycoon was charged in the United States with paying exorbitant bribes to secure lucrative government contracts.
Banana taped to a wall sells for $6.2 mn in New York
A fresh banana taped to a wall -- a provocative work of conceptual art by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan -- was bought for $6.2 million on Wednesday by a cryptocurrency entrepreneur at a New York auction, Sotheby's announced in a statement.
Asian markets mixed as Nvidia falls short of hopes, eyes on Trump
Asian markets were mixed Thursday as another blockbuster earnings from chip titan Nvidia smashed forecasts but still left investors disappointed, while sentiment was also being swayed by geopolitical concerns.
Civil war economy hits Myanmar garment workers
As civil war pounds Myanmar's economy and drives up prices, garment worker Wai Wai often starts her shift making clothes for international brands on an empty stomach.
National Asset Recovery Corporation (OTC: REPO) Provides Update on Proposed Name Change and Merger to GreetEat Corp
National Asset Recovery Corporation (OTC Pink:REPO) is pleased to provide an update regarding its proposed merger and name change to GreetEat Corp. The company anticipates approval from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) within the next four weeks.
Dalrada Financial Corporation establishes Deposition Technology Inc. U.S. Presence with new Portland Facility
New site will accelerate the production and sales of deposition technology products to support the expanding North American and global markets.
SPI Energy Announces Receipt of Nasdaq Delist Determination Notice
SPI Energy Co., Ltd., (NASDAQ:SPI) (the "Company"), a global renewable energy company and provider of solar storage solutions for business, residential, government, logistics and utility customers, today announced that it received a letter from the Listing Qualifications Department (the "Staff") of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq") issuing a Staff determination (the "Staff Determination") on November 19, 2024.
Balekian Hayes, PLLC Recognized as a Best Law Firm in DFW by Best Lawyers
Dallas-based Family Law Firm Receives Top Ranking in the 15th Edition of Best Law Firms
Cell Source Shares Promising Interim Results From Groundbreaking Veto Cell Clinical Trial
First-of-Its-Kind Success in Mismatched Donor Stem Cell Transplantation: Engraftment Under Mild Immune Suppression with Minimal Graft-versus-Host Disease
Toggle3D.ai Rebrands as FOTOgpt.ai to Usher in a New Age of AI-Powered Photography
Age of AI Photography Is In Full Steam
The Rise of DINKs: Dual-Income Couples Without Kids Redefine Financial Priorities in America
The Harris Poll Survey Reveals How DINK Households Maximize Financial Freedom and Investment in Lifestyle
Financial Independence Group Announces Exclusive Partnership With Power of Zero and Tax-Free Retirement Expert David McKnight
Power of Zero's turnkey, zero-tax retirement solutions are now exclusively available through Financial Independence Group.
Demotech, Inc. Assigns a Financial Stability Rating(R) of A, Exceptional, to Steadily Insurance Company
Steadily activates its insurance carrier with the goal of expanding into several new states this year
Aeluma Secures NASA Contract to Advance Quantum Dot Photonic Integrated Circuits for Aerospace and AI Applications
NASA contract expected to accelerate Aeluma's development of advanced photonics for next-generation sensors and optical interconnects used in AI infrastructure, high-performance computing and cloud data centers
Sensiba Named Approved EcoVadis Training Partner
Sensiba LLP, a Top 75 U.S.-based accounting and business consulting firm, announced today that EcoVadis, the leading provider of globally trusted business sustainability ratings, has named it an approved training partner.
RE Royalties Enters into Loan and Royalty Agreement with Abraxas Power for up to CAD $10 Million and Announces Loan Settlement with Switch Power
All amounts in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated.
Wedgewood Weddings & Events Partners With Creekside Event Center in Colorado Springs
Wedgewood Weddings & Events partners with Creekside Event Center, promising to continue its legacy of exceptional celebrations in Colorado.
Vensure Employer Solutions Builds on Q3 Successes with Four New Acquisitions and Additional Financing
Vensure Employer Solutions (Vensure), a leading provider of HR/HCM technology, managed services, and global business process outsourcing, continued its rapid growth and expansion plans with a series of fresh acquisitions and a new round of financing.
Cardiff Lexington Announces Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results
Cardiff Lexington Corporation (OTC PINK:CDIX) announced today financial results for its third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2024.
United Bancorp, Inc. Increases its Fourth Quarter Cash Dividend Payment to $0.18 per Share, which produces a Forward Yield of 5.4%
On November 20, 2024, the Board of Directors of United Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:UBCP) declared a fourth quarter dividend payment of $0.18 per share for shareholders of record on December 10, 2024 with a payment date of December 20, 2024. This payment is greater than the regular cash dividends paid in the first three quarters of the current year, which were $0.1725, $0.1750 and $0.1775 respectively. With this fourth quarter dividend payment and year-to-date, UBCP has paid total cash dividends of $0.8550 (inclusive of a special cash dividend of $0.15 paid in the first quarter), which is an increase of $0.04, or 4.9%, over the amount paid during the same period the previous year. At the fourth quarter payment level, the regular cash dividend produces a forward yield of 5.4% based on UBCP's market value of $13.13 at the most recent quarter-end.
Alset AI Announces Full Repayment of $3.7 Million Secured Loan with Interest from Portfolio Company, Significantly Strengthening Balance Sheet
an artificial intelligence (AI) venture company advancing innovation through strategic investment and cloud computing solutions, announces the full repayment of its approximately $3.7 million secured loan with interest from portfolio investee company Cedarcross International Technologies Inc. ("Cedarcross").
Passport Perks: How Dual Citizenship Can Unlock a World of Traveling Opportunities
Dual citizenship or dual nationality allows you to be a citizen of two countries at the same time. Dual citizens have legal rights in both countries and can travel freely between the two nations. Some naturalized citizens of the U.S. are dual citizens since they may still hold the nationality of their country of birth. Here are some of the travel benefits you can expect as a dual citizen.
Archegos founder jailed for 18 years for massive fraud: US media
The founder of US investment firm Archegos, Bill Hwang, was jailed for 18 years on Wednesday for a multibillion-dollar fraud that contributed to the fund's 2021 implosion, US media reported.
Nvidia crushes earnings expectations on AI chip demand
US chipmaking behemoth Nvidia said Wednesday it made a $19 billion profit on record high revenue last quarter as demand continued for its hardware to power artificial intelligence.