A "mysterious string of lights" spotted in the sky above Auckland early this morning has been confirmed as Elon Musk's SpaceX Starlink satellites. Simon Russell was half-awake and letting in his cats around 5am when he noticed...

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/technology/news/article.cfm?c_id=5&objectid=12443109&ref=rss

Match of the Day pundits Leon Osman and Karen Carney praise "inventivefree flowing" Leeds following an impressive 4-0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/57131645

#BBCNews

Paying down monthly mortgage escrow accounts? Will you receive any interest on the sums in this account, and if yes, should you put more money into it...

https://www.investopedia.com/ask/answers/042115/do-mortgage-escrow-accounts-earn-interest.asp?utm_campaign=rss_headlines&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=referral

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After bombing the building, Israel said it was used by Hamas, but The Associated Press said it had no indication of that despite "actively" checking.

Smoke billows from a building housing various international media, including The Associated Press, after an Israeli airstrike on Saturday, May 15, ...

https://www.businessinsider.com/ap-contradicts-israel-says-no-indication-hamas-used-gaza-building-2021-5

#Insider

Leicester captain Kasper Schmeichel says that winning the FA Cup with Leicester is "what dreams are made of" after the goalkeeper produces two incredible saves to help his side lift the trophy for the first time in their history...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/57131762

#BBCNews

Fed Goal: Destroy 26% Of Dollar's Buying Power In 15 Years

Authored by Brian McGlinchey via Stark Realities,

As Americans warily eye new data showing both consumer and producer price inflation heating up beyond expectations, few of them realize the Federal Reserve has an explicit goal to ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/economics/fed-goal-destroy-26-dollars-buying-power-15-years

#ZeroHedge

The ukelele, a guitar-like Hawaiian instrument, is flying off the shelves since the pandemic hit. Fans say its an easy-to-learn hobby and an instant pick-me-up...

https://www.financialexpress.com/lifestyle/playing-a-different-tune-ukelele-has-been-flying-off-the-shelves-of-music-stores-since-pandemic-hit-heres-why/2252519/

#TheFinancialExpress

The multi-cam comedies United States of Al and B Positive have been renewed for second seasons at CBS. Both shows hail from Chuck Lorre Productions, which has three other shows on CBS at present. That includes the Allison Janney led multi-cam Mom, which ...

https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/united-states-of-al-b-positive-renewed-cbs-1234974016/

#variety

The Estrella TV network lags way behind powerhouses Univision and Telemundo, but it's determined to gain ground in theSpanish-language media space.The Estrella TV network lags way behind powerhouses Univision and Telemundo, but it's determined to gain ground in theSpanish-language media space...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/veronicavillafane/2021/05/15/estrella-medias-2021-2022-upfront-focuses-on-originals-and-digital-first-initiatives/

#ForbesBusinessNews

Associated Press president and CEO Gary Pruitt called the attack on Saturday by Israels air force on a tower block in Gaza that housed offices occupied by several media outlets a development that has shocked and horrified the news organization.Associated Press president and CEO Gary Pruitt called ...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/andymeek/2021/05/15/horrified-associated-press-and-al-jazeera-denounce-israeli-attack/

#ForbesBusinessNews

Given the current drop in its prices, should you continue Holding On For Dear Life (HODL) bitcoin? Or is it time to admit you made a mistake...

https://www.investopedia.com/news/should-you-hodl-bitcoin/?utm_campaign=rss_headlines&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=referral

#investopedia

These 25 movies have been more popular than any other on Netflix in 2021.These 25 movies have been more popular than any other on Netflix in 2021...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/travisbean/2021/05/15/the-25-most-popular-movies-on-netflix-in-2021-updated-may-15/

#ForbesBusinessNews

Both All Rise and The Unicorn have been canceled at CBS after two seasons each. All Rise is set to air its final episode at the end of May, while The Unicorn wrapped up in March. The move to cancel All Rise comes less than two ...

https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/all-rise-unicorn-canceled-cbs-1234974006/

#variety

Compared to their New York counterparts, Shanghai residents pay as much for housing, but work far longer for much less pay. Telecommuting could make all the difference, says this economist...

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/commentary/china-remote-hybrid-work-covid-shanghai-home-price-pollution-job-14809032

#channelnewsasia

There were still thousands of gas stations experiencing shortages on Saturday...

https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2021/05/colonial-pipeline-normal-operations-ransomware-attack.html?via=rss

#SlateMagazine

Sin stocks may seem undesirable to some, but these unethical industries bring stable returns; even in hard times...

https://www.investopedia.com/articles/01/040401.asp?utm_campaign=rss_headlines&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=referral

#investopedia

Before investing in Tesla stock, investors should consider how possible risk factors over the next five to 10 years could jeopardize future returns...

https://www.investopedia.com/articles/markets/102815/biggest-risks-investing-tesla-stock.asp?utm_campaign=rss_headlines&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=referral

#investopedia

Meet The Bank Of America Exec Accused Of Ruling Through COVID With An "Iron Fist"

Thomas K. Montag, Bank of America's second in command, oversees about 17,000 people and still gets thing done in an "old school" kind of way.

Such was the topic of a new profile on Montag, that highlighted his ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/meet-bank-america-exec-who-ruled-through-covid-iron-fist

#ZeroHedge

The Olympics are the greatest sporting spectacle on Earth; not the WGC events, not even the Major Championships, can hold a candle to the significance of the Games...

https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/road-to-the-olympics-it-may-not-be-business-as-usual-at-2020-tokyo-games-but-tackling-adversity-is-a-way-of-life-for-olympians/2252506/

#TheFinancialExpress

The five-day strike could impact the West African country's gold mining sector.
Malis main union will start a five-day strike on Monday which could impact the West African countrys gold mining sector, its secretary-general said on state television.

The National Union of Malian Workers...

https://www.mining.com/mali-union-calls-five-day-general-strike-next-week-over-pay-claim/

#mining

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The post This is Actually the Most Important Infrastructure Boom appeared first on InvestorPlace.
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https://investorplace.com/moneywire/2021/05/this-is-actually-the-most-important-infrastructure-boom/

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TOKYO, May 16 Investment giant Softbank Group on Wednesday reported the best ever annual net profit for a Japanese company, reaping the rewards of tech share rallies to recover from last years record loss. The telecoms firm turned investment...

Soaring tech shares on Wall Street led to ...

https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2021/05/16/softbank-beats-japanese-record-for-annual-net-profit/1974457

#TheMalayMailMoney

Fidelity Investments launched Fidelity Digital Assets back in October. Heres why the asset manager decided to enter the cryptocurrency game...

https://www.investopedia.com/investing/why-fidelity-got-bitcoin/?utm_campaign=rss_headlines&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=referral

#InvestopediaHeadlines

article author:Rashid HassanAuthor:Sat, 2021-05-15 23:47
RIYADH:Saudi entrepreneurs are among the most optimistic in the world, a new survey shows, with an overwhelming majority believing the Kingdom offers good opportunities to start a business despite the economic impact of the coronavirus ...

https://www.arabnews.com/node/1859271/business-economy

#ArabNews

The climate targets that were recently set by the Biden administration in the US represent a challenging task and require major changes in the countrys energy system that would shake the current fuel mix status quo. Rystad Energy has modelled what it considers the most achievable recipe to meet the ...

https://oilprice.com/Alternative-Energy/Renewable-Energy/What-Will-It-Take-To-Make-Bidens-Climate-Plan-Work.html

#oilprice

Watch as Gary Lineker and James Maddison react to Youri Tielemans FA Cup screamer as Leicester City lifted the trophy for the first time in their history with victory over Chelsea at Wembley...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/57131642

#BBCNews

COVID Deaths Plummet As Excess Mortality Falls To Pre-Pandemic Levels

Authored by Ryan McMaken via The Mises Institute,

In any given year during the past decade in the United States, more than 2.5 million Americans have died - from all causes.

The number has grown in recent years, climbing from ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/covid-19/covid-deaths-plummet-excess-mortality-falls-pre-pandemic-levels

#ZeroHedge

Hindi poetry is seeing a huge shift in reception today, becoming not just a popular medium for all age groups, but also a commercially viable genre, thanks to social media, e-books and offline ticketed events...

https://www.financialexpress.com/lifestyle/a-poetic-moment-hindi-poetry-witnessing-a-huge-rise-in-popularity/2252510/

#TheFinancialExpress

JERUSALEM (AP) - An Israeli airstrike on Saturday destroyed a high-rise building that housed The Associated Press office in the Gaza Strip, despite repeated urgent calls from the news agency to the military to halt the impending attack...

https://apnews.com/article/israel-middle-east-business-israel-palestinian-conflict-fe452147166f55ba5a9d32e6ba8b53d7

#APNews

Organizers are also seeking to reduce the number of NYPD officers assigned to the annual LGBTQ event.Organizers are also seeking to reduce the number of NYPD officers assigned to the annual LGBTQ event...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/palashghosh/2021/05/15/police-groups-banned-from-marching-in-nyc-pride-parade/

#ForbesBusinessNews

The HBO show Real Time with Bill Maher indicated that Maher has been receiving Covid-19 tests on a weekly basis and the show has been following CDC-recommended precautions.The HBO show Real Time with Bill Maher indicated that Maher has been receiving Covid-19 tests on a weekly basis and the show has...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucelee/2021/05/15/bill-maher-tests-positive-for-covid-19-coronavirus-and-is-fully-vaccinated/

#ForbesBusinessNews

Personal comment: At the recent pace of improvement, it is possible to achieve all 3 of my criteria before July 4th. Hopefully everyone is part of the solution and is getting vaccinated!According to the CDC, on Vaccinations. Total administered: 270,832,342, as of yesterday 268,438,666. ...

http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CalculatedRisk/~3/U3oh0_jZu6c/may-15th-covid-19-new-cases.html

#CalculatedRisk

For development, establishing how to go about solving problems within the system is as important as what requires to be achieved...

https://www.financialexpress.com/lifestyle/book-review-through-the-looking-glass-an-outsider-insiders-perspective-on-the-making-of-india-by-akhilesh-tilotia/2252503/

#TheFinancialExpress

3 Reasons Why Goldman Now Sees Almost No Upside For Stocks In 2021

Just over a month ago, in our preview of earnings season, we said that "Q1 earnings will be stellar, but are fully priced in and only guidance will matter", and sure enough the broader market is now below where it was a month ago ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/3-reasons-why-goldman-now-sees-almost-no-upside-stocks-2021

#ZeroHedge

One of the most prominent bitcoin hard forks, bitcoin cash, is undergoing its own split...

https://www.investopedia.com/news/all-about-bitcoin-cash-hard-fork/?utm_campaign=rss_headlines&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=referral

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Three out of 20 Rocket Lab launches have now suffered "anomalies."Space company Rocket Lab, a manufacturer and launcher of small rockets carrying even smaller satellites into orbit, announced back in March that it will go public via a merger with special purpose acquisition company Vector ...

https://www.fool.com/investing/2021/05/15/space-spac-rocket-lab-suffers-launch-failure-satur/?source=iedfolrf0000001

#fool

rrThe move ratchets up pressure on Indian government to pay the sum of $1.2 billion plus interest and costs that the British firm Cairn was awarded by an arbitration tribunal in December.rr...

https://www.hindustantimes.com/business/cairn-sues-air-india-over-1-2-bn-arbitration-award-101621110541868.html

#hindustantimes

[New Zimbabwe] The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has announced Justice Elizabeth Gwaunza as Acting Chief Justice of Zimbabwe after the High Court Saturday ruled that Luke Malaba's term as the country top judge ended this Saturday morning...

https://allafrica.com/stories/202105150253.html

#AllAfricaNews

April sales figures are in for electric vehicle models in 10 European countries Norway, the Netherlands, Spain, France, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Ireland, Sweden, Denmark. The site EU-EVs.com have pulled the figures together, and Ive created some charts of the April and JanuaryApril ...

https://cleantechnica.com/2021/05/15/10-european-countries-volkswagen-id-4-id-3-top-ev-sales-list-in-april-tesla-model-3-vw-id-4-in-january-april/

#CleanTechnica