Latin American e-commerce and fintech giant MercadoLibre (Nasdaq:MELI) added $7.8 million in bitcoin (BTC) to its treasury. The company revealed this in its earnings report covering the first quarter ending March 31, 2021. The recent boom in the crypto market has caught the interest of many large ...

https://invezz.com/news/2021/05/06/mercadolibre-acquires-7-million-worth-of-bitcoin-for-its-treasury/

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Researchers in Ireland have developed a low-cost strain sensor made from a printable graphene nanocomposite that combines high sensitivity and flexibility without reducing performance. The team from Trinity College Dublin have created the next generation sensing technology using so-called G-...

https://www.theengineer.co.uk/g-putty-trinity-strain-sensor-graphene-nanocomposite/

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Even though pharmaceutical companies have voiced their opposition to Biden's support for a patent waiver, they have relied on substantial public funding to develop their successful Covid-19 vaccines. Even though pharmaceutical companies have voiced their opposition to Biden's support for a patent ...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/niallmccarthy/2021/05/06/which-companies-received-the-most-covid-19-vaccine-rd-funding-infographic/

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BJP Bengal's co-in-charge Amit Malviya said that if a sitting central ministers convoy can be attacked in West Bengal, one can only imagine how lawless the state is...

https://www.financialexpress.com/india-news/v-muraleedharans-convoy-attacked-in-west-bengal-in-presence-of-police-bjp-says-no-law-and-order-in-state/2247061/

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A Recent Correlation Regarding Political Leadership And The Coronavirus The recent correlation I have noticed, with others commenting on it also, is that some of the most prominent nations with the most rapidly rising rates of coronavirus infections are led by somewhat ...

https://angrybearblog.com/2021/05/a-recent-correlation-regarding-political-leadership-and-the-coronavirus#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-recent-correlation-regarding-political-leadership-and-the-coronavirus

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Dow Jones has now surged a massive 78% from March 2020 lows, while SP 500 is up 81%, and NASDAQ has zoomed 97% in the same time frame...

https://www.financialexpress.com/investing-abroad/featured-stories/wall-street-in-control-of-bulls-chris-wood-says-these-factors-will-continue-to-aid-market-momentum/2247139/

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Analysts fell to the sidelines weighing in on Cognizant (CTSH) and trivago (TRVG) with neutral ratings, indicating that the experts are neither bullish ...
The post Analysts Top Technology Picks: Cognizant (CTSH), trivago (TRVG) appeared first on Smarter Analyst.
Analysts fell to the sidelines ...

https://www.smarteranalyst.com/new-blurbs/analysts-top-technology-picks-cognizant-ctsh-trivago-trvg/

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Theres a lot to be optimistic about in the Healthcare sector as 2 analysts just weighed in on NuVasive (NUVA) and Personalis (PSNL) ...
The post Analysts Are Bullish on These Healthcare Stocks: NuVasive (NUVA), Personalis (PSNL) appeared first on Smarter Analyst.
Theres a lot to be optimistic about ...

https://www.smarteranalyst.com/new-blurbs/analysts-are-bullish-on-these-healthcare-stocks-nuvasive-nuva-personalis-psnl/

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US jobs and oil demand data boosted markets, as investors await the Bank of England's policy decisions.

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Stocks were boosted by positive economic data and rising oil prices ...

https://www.businessinsider.com/stock-market-today-oil-commodities-economic-rebound-investor-optimism-2021-5

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Last week Jenner, 71, told TMZ she opposed transgender girls competing in girls' sports teams, saying it "just isn't fair."

Caitlyn Jenner appearing on Fox News on May 5, 2021.
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Last week Caitlyn Jenner said that transgender girls shouldnt play in girls school sports teams.
...

https://www.businessinsider.com/caitlyn-jenner-ignores-criticism-trans-girls-sports-comments-sean-hannity-2021-5

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Many shops target a September reopening,--but returning employees may find the physical space looks different...

https://adage.com/article/agency-news/how-and-when-agencies-are-coming-back-office/2333051

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The only non-Asian city to rank among the top five cities is Vancouver, where prime real-estate prices increased by 15% year over year.

Shenzhen Futian skyline panorama.
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Luxury real estate prices are on the rise, according to a new Knight Frank report.
Five of the ten ...

https://www.businessinsider.com/luxury-real-estate-prices-increasing-fast-globally-asia-2021-5

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Take a look at these Reddit stocks that are far from speculative. These seven have strong underlying business fundamentals and can be long-term value creators.
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https://investorplace.com/2021/05/7-reddit-stocks-with-real-bullish-stories/

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Following a rollercoaster six years in the top job at Aston Martin, Andy Palmers focus has shifted once again to electric vehicles. Andrew Wade reports. Andy Palmer is a busy man. Since departing as CEO of Aston Martin in May 2020, the engineer and automotive executive has turned once again to ...

https://www.theengineer.co.uk/interview-andy-palmer-on-the-road-ahead/

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Hazard was seen having a laugh with old friends at Stamford Bridge after Real Madrid's Champions League exit...

https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/zidane-defends-eden-hazard-real-madrid-fans-lash-out-belgian-1690096

NEW YORK (AP) _ New Mountain Finance Corp. (NMFC) on Wednesday reported first-quarter net income of $51.5 million, after reporting a loss in the same period a year earlier.On a per-share basis, the New York-based company said it had profit of 49 cents...

https://apnews.com/article/mountains-earnings-business-55d539c4461494afb618b7bb11d03f75

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BRYN MAWR, Pa. (AP) _ Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG) on Wednesday reported first-quarter earnings of $183.7 million.The Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania-based company said it had profit of 72 cents per share...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-6456cd06c48cb90672c8c66a387a251c

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NEW YORK (AP) _ Falcon Minerals Corporation (FLMN) on Wednesday reported a first-quarter loss of $1.4 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier.On a per-share basis, the New York-based company said it had a loss of 3 cents...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-104e36f1dc4f6082b30acbcf6a22385c

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GREENWICH, Conn. (AP) _ Associated Capital Group Inc. (AC) on Wednesday reported first-quarter net income of $18.6 million, after reporting a loss in the same period a year earlier.The Greenwich, Connecticut-based company said it had net income of 83 cents per share...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-fe810d31afa0043c4d60d95da6fbabe2

#APNews

President Joe Biden will push the case for his $2.3 trillion infrastructure plan in the reliably Republican state of Louisiana - directly challenging GOP lawmakers who say that low taxes for corporations and the wealthy will fuel economic growth...

https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-business-government-and-politics-462e89744cc73d2d953e1c332e36ddb9

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BEIJING (AP) - China's government on Thursday rejected criticism of its human rights and economic record by foreign ministers of the Group of Seven major economies and accused them of meddling in its affairs...

https://apnews.com/article/europe-china-business-f8cecc24e826c9aa0e6b4ddf1f7a3843

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WILMINGTON, Ohio (AP) _ Air Transport Services Group Inc. (ATSG) on Wednesday reported first-quarter net income of $42.3 million.On a per-share basis, the Wilmington, Ohio-based company said it had profit of 49 cents...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-91a3168bdd51eb695a09588a2521f83a

#APNews

DALLAS (AP) _ Ashford Inc. (AINC) on Wednesday reported a loss of $8.2 million in its first quarter.The Dallas-based company said it had a loss of $6.36 per share. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, came to 65 cents per share...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-5b8d78b8697e86506823709b1c3e727c

#APNews

RYE, N.Y. (AP) _ Gamco Investors Inc. (GBL) on Wednesday reported first-quarter profit of $16 million.The Rye, New York-based company said it had profit of 59 cents per share...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-c484d040448de8ce395240c9b74ab43c

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DULUTH, Ga. (AP) _ Primerica Inc. (PRI) on Wednesday reported first-quarter earnings of $97.9 million.On a per-share basis, the Duluth, Georgia-based company said it had profit of $2.46. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, were $2...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-def90795ef0eae7f89f28d0f529b47b2

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. (AP) _ Neenah, Inc. (NP) on Wednesday reported first-quarter earnings of $8.3 million.On a per-share basis, the Alpharetta, Georgia-based company said it had net income of 49 cents...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-83db415c6a346e43abff1b28cc9f2eba

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NEWTON, Mass. (AP) _ Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc. (BFAM) on Wednesday reported first-quarter earnings of $7.1 million.The Newton, Massachusetts-based company said it had profit of 12 cents per share...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-bfa65f113bfbc96c795a8e42d2f1640c

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BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) _ MercadoLibre SA (MELI) on Wednesday reported a loss of $34 million in its first quarter.On a per-share basis, the Buenos Aires, Argentina-based company said it had a loss of 68 cents...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-5e6219031eb7079264aea92c0862bf34

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NEWTON, Mass. (AP) _ Five Star Quality Care Inc. (FVE) on Wednesday reported first-quarter net income of $3.3 million, after reporting a loss in the same period a year earlier.On a per-share basis, the Newton, Massachusetts-based company said it had net income of 10 cents...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-2737ee387585a7bd5da74b57b0dce4de

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GENEVA (AP) - Activists cheered, Big Pharma complained and government leaders assessed next steps on Thursday after the Biden administration's blockbuster move to support an easing of patent and other protections on COVID-19 vaccines that many hope will help poorer countries get more doses and speed...

https://apnews.com/article/africa-coronavirus-pandemic-global-trade-business-science-e60a859a0164f51aa20feb4b9b24b6a9

#APNews

SYLMAR, Calif. (AP) _ Tutor Perini Corp. (TPC) on Wednesday reported first-quarter profit of $16 million.The Sylmar, California-based company said it had profit of 31 cents per share...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-d2a097bc704ea96b68599bcc1798afcc

#APNews

The European Union has approved the sale of a first edible insect: dried yellow mealworm.Rich in protein, insects have been consumed for centuries in many parts of the world, but the EU's approval could usher in a new culinary trend as attention shifts to more environmentally friendly food ...

https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/business-daily/20210506-care-for-some-wriggly-treats-eu-approves-first-edible-worm

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LeBron James' ankle injury has seen him miss 20 consecutive games this season and it is likely to keep him out for at least two more before he can return...

https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/lebron-james-injury-lakers-star-will-miss-clippers-game-vogel-hopes-quick-return-1690089

Revolut customers based in the U.K have something exciting to look forward to, as the leading financial app recently enabled Bitcoin withdrawals of up to 1000 pounds. The new service will enable Revoluts customers in the U.K to transfer Bitcoin (BTC) bought on the platform to their wallet or ...

https://invezz.com/news/2021/05/06/you-can-now-withdraw-in-bitcoin-btc-revolut-tells-uk-customers/

#InvezzNews

The top news stories of the day included US support for lifting Covid-19 vaccine patent protections and crucial "Super Thursday" elections across the UK.Good morning, Quartz readers!Heres what you need to knowThe US backs patent waivers on Covid-19 vaccines. President Joe Biden said the proposal at ...

https://qz.com/emails/daily-brief/2005905/

#Quartz

Newly vaccinated Americans are spending more freely on restaurants, travel and live entertainment. That should give a boost to pandemic-scarred service industries. Newly vaccinated Americans are spending more freely on restaurants, travel and live entertainment. That should give a boost to pandemic-...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/06/993838683/on-the-road-at-the-ballpark-americans-celebrate-vaccinations-lifting-businesses

#NPRTopics

And meet the Prince devotee teaching yoga and meditation to burned-out DC Democratic insiders.Good morning! Welcome back to 10 Things in Politics, your weekday look at the biggest stories in DC and beyond. Sign up here to receive this newsletter.Send tips to bgriffiths@insider.com or tweet me at @...

https://www.businessinsider.com/10-things-in-politics-liz-cheney-trump-gop

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Canadian documentary cinema takes center stage at Hot Docs, with films screening across programming strands, and pitch eventssuch as Forum and Deal Makerconnecting the global doc marketplace to the Canadian industry on its home turf. The 2021 slate includes 17 Canadian-produced features, most world ...

https://variety.com/2021/film/global/hot-docs-canadian-films-1234967420/

#variety

As an investor, I've made plenty of blunders -- but I've also made a few wise choices throughout the years.I'm not the type of person who likes to toot her own horn, and I've certainly made my share of investing mistakes through the years. When stocks tanked last March, for example, I tried to buy ...

https://www.fool.com/investing/2021/05/06/3-things-ive-done-right-as-an-investor/?source=iedfolrf0000001

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A video of how young kids of a family packing swab test sticks is doing social media rounds. This has led to many people questioning if these swab test sticks, mainly used for COVID-19 RT-PCR tests, are sterile enough to be used...

https://www.financialexpress.com/lifestyle/health/covid-test-sticks-being-packed-in-ulhasnagar-slum-alarm-after-maharashtra-video-goes-viral/2247094/

#TheFinancialExpress

Shares of Fastly Inc. (FSLY) tanked 17.
The post Fastly Reports Disappointing 1Q Results, Light Outlook, CFO Exit; Shares Fall 17.5% appeared first on Smarter Analyst.

Shares of Fastly Inc. (FSLY) tanked 17.5% in extended trading on Wednesday after reporting losses that widened in the first ...

https://www.smarteranalyst.com/stock-news/fastly-reports-disappointing-1q-results-light-outlook-cfo-exit-shares-fall-17-5/

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Ease of Doing Business for MSMEs: The Finance Ministry had on March 31, 2021, introduced ECLGS 3.0 to cover enterprises in hospitality, travel tourism, and leisure sporting sectors with total credit outstanding, as of February 29, 2021, not exceeding Rs 500 crore and overdues, if any, ...

https://www.financialexpress.com/industry/sme/eclgs-3-0-hospitality-msmes-urge-govt-for-changes-in-borrower-status-calculation-of-outstandings-more/2247086/

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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. (AP) _ CSG Systems International Inc. (CSGS) on Wednesday reported first-quarter earnings of $19.6 million.The Greenwood Village, Colorado-based company said it had net income of 61 cents per share...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-70c7a4eafcae8f21d239d1b6335387f7

#APNews

CURITIBA, Brazil (AP) _ Companhia Paranaense de Energia (ELP) on Wednesday reported first-quarter profit of $143.8 million.On a per-share basis, the Curitiba, Brazil-based company said it had profit of 50 cents...

https://apnews.com/article/earnings-business-b9d39db0559038814c6c5e2098d54911

#APNews