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79 years ago, Japan suffered its first setback of WWII in a battle that changed naval warfare
2021-05-05 15:15
79 years ago, Japan suffered its first setback of WWII in a battle that changed naval warfare
The Japanese were on the offensive in spring 1942, after launching a sneak attack on Pearl Harbor and sweeping across the western Pacific.

USS Lexington during the Battle of the Coral Sea, seen from US...
PCL appoints new customer service team leader
2021-05-05 15:15
PCL appoints new customer service team leader
Sheffield-based tyre inflation and pneumatics firm PCL has appointed a new Customer Service Team Leader. Reporting to sales director Lee Wright, Nicola Slazak will be responsible for providing hands-o...
Peloton recalls treadmills after a child dies
2021-05-05 15:15
Peloton recalls treadmills after a child dies
NEW YORK (AP) - Peloton is recalling its treadmills after one child died and 29 other children suffered from cuts, broken bones and other injuries from being pulled under the rear of the treadmill...

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NY extends eviction, foreclosure protections through August
2021-05-05 15:15
NY extends eviction, foreclosure protections through August
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - New York extended a state law that protects tenants and homeowners from eviction if they they've faced economic hardship because of the coronavirus pandemic...

https://apnews.com/ar...
Warren: Extend Student Loan Freeze Or Make It "Permanent"
2021-05-05 15:00
Warren: Extend Student Loan Freeze Or Make It "Permanent"
Senator Elizabeth Warren called on the Biden administration to extend the current pause on federal student loan payments and interest, make it permanent, or cancel student debt.Senator Elizabeth Warre...
South Africa: Hugo Broos Appointed Bafana Bafana Coach
2021-05-05 15:00
South Africa: Hugo Broos Appointed Bafana Bafana Coach
[SAFA] The South African Football Association (SAFA) has appointed Belgian Hugo Broos as the new Bafana Bafana coach...

https://allafrica.com/stories/202105050714.html

#AllAfricaNews
Why Wix Stock Was Up Nearly 14% in April
2021-05-05 15:00
Why Wix Stock Was Up Nearly 14% in April
The company continues to add new products, and Wall Street loves it.Shares of Wix.com (NASDAQ: WIX) were up 13.8% in April, according to data provided byS&P Global Market Intelligence. Most of the sto...
ITV eyes summer boost to advertising revenue with Euro 2020 and return of Love Island
2021-05-05 15:00
ITV eyes summer boost to advertising revenue with Euro 2020 and return of Love Island
Coronavirus dented companies spending on TV spots but figures are recovering, broadcaster says...

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/business/news/itv-love-island-euro-2020-b1842504.html
Archegos prepares for insolvency as banks seek compensation - Financial Times
2021-05-05 15:00
Archegos prepares for insolvency as banks seek compensation - Financial Times
Archegos Capital Management, the family
office run by former Tiger Asia manager Bill Hwang, is preparing
for insolvency after banks tried to recoup some of the $10
billion in losses due to its meltdown i...
As Yields Fall, Look to a Core Bond ETF Strategy
2021-05-05 15:00
As Yields Fall, Look to a Core Bond ETF Strategy
Bond yields fell Tuesday as a sell-off in the equities worsened. Investors can also take a look at fixed income exchange traded funds to diversify into the bond market. Treasury bond yields slipped fo...
Peloton recalls treadmills after child's death
2021-05-05 15:00
Peloton recalls treadmills after child's death
Home fitness equipment firm recalls Tread+ machines after six-year-old child pulled under treadmill...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-56993894

#BBCNewsBusinessWorldEdition
Loblaw Posts Better-Than-Expected Results In 1Q
2021-05-05 15:00
Loblaw Posts Better-Than-Expected Results In 1Q
Loblaw Companies (L) announced better-than-expected financial results for the quarter ended March 27, driven by an online sales boom. Canadas largest grocer reported ...
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Biden's Labor Department rescinds Trump-era rule affecting gig workers
2021-05-05 15:00
Biden's Labor Department rescinds Trump-era rule affecting gig workers
, May 5 President Joe Bidens Labor Department today rescinded a Trump-era rule that would have made it easier for US businesses to classify workers as independent contractors instead of employees unde...
3 Top Large-Cap Stocks to Buy in May
2021-05-05 15:00
3 Top Large-Cap Stocks to Buy in May
Earnings are rolling in at a record pace thanks to technology.First-quarter 2021 earnings season is in full swing, and many companies are surpassing expectations at a record pace. The economy is in re...
Facebook's final decision whether to ban Trump could end up back with the Oversight Board
2021-05-05 15:00
Facebook's final decision whether to ban Trump could end up back with the Oversight Board
Facebook's Oversight Board ruled to uphold Facebook's suspension of Trump's accounts, but told the site to review the decision in six months.

Most Americans blame President Donald Trump for the Capitol...
3 TSX Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now
2021-05-05 15:00
3 TSX Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now
A $500/month investment in a low-risk and high-quality stock could help you accumulate a considerable amount of wealth.
The post 3 TSX Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now appeared first on The Motley Foo...
UBS chairman apologizes for Archegos loss and promises to enforce more transparency
2021-05-05 15:00
UBS chairman apologizes for Archegos loss and promises to enforce more transparency
Weber in an interview Wednesday blamed a lack of oversight of family offices, which don't have to disclose the same amount of information as hedge funds.

Swiss bank UBS Chairman Axel Weber speaks durin...
Peloton admits mistake, recalls treadmills
2021-05-05 15:00
Peloton admits mistake, recalls treadmills
Peloton is recalling its Tread+ treadmills following warnings from the CPSC--and 70 accidents...

https://adage.com/article/cmo-strategy/peloton-admits-mistake-recalls-treadmills/2333136

#adage
One dose of Pfizer or AstraZeneca vaccine was highly effective at preventing coronavirus in older people, real-world data from South Korea suggests
2021-05-05 15:00
One dose of Pfizer or AstraZeneca vaccine was highly effective at preventing coronavirus in older people, real-world data from South Korea suggests
It is not clear from South Korea's data how long protection against COVID-19 from a single shot lasts or the severity of illness it stopped.

Worshippers wearing face masks have their temperature taken ...
US services sector slows slightly in April after record high
2021-05-05 15:00
US services sector slows slightly in April after record high
WASHINGTON (AP) - Activity in the U.S. services sector, where most Americans work, slowed slightly in April after hitting an all-time high in March...

https://apnews.com/article/health-coronavirus-pand...
US awards huge shelter contracts amid child migrant increase
2021-05-05 15:00
US awards huge shelter contracts amid child migrant increase
Confronted with a stream of unaccompanied children crossing the border from Mexico, the U.S. government has awarded shelter-construction and management contracts to private companies that critics say ...
B.Riley Financial Keeps a Buy Rating on Cassava Sciences (SAVA)
2021-05-05 15:00
B.Riley Financial Keeps a Buy Rating on Cassava Sciences (SAVA)
In a report released today, Mayank Mamtani from B.Riley Financial reiterated a Buy rating on Cassava Sciences (SAVA), with a price target of ...
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Bill Gates: 3 Ways to Invest Like the Genius Billionaire
2021-05-05 15:00
Bill Gates: 3 Ways to Invest Like the Genius Billionaire
Bill Gates is one of the smartest businessmen of all time. Here are three industries that he is focusing on for the future.
The post Bill Gates: 3 Ways to Invest Like the Genius Billionaire appeared fi...
Don't Let A Second Home Ruin Your Retirement
2021-05-05 14:45
Don't Let A Second Home Ruin Your Retirement
You should consider not only what the home costs, but what the home will cost in upkeep and what that money could have been worth had it been saved and invested in the markets.You should consider not ...
Why the new decision on Trump's future on Facebook matters
2021-05-05 14:45
Why the new decision on Trump's future on Facebook matters
The longer the door to Facebook is closed to Donald Trump, the more it affects his political future...

https://www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddow-show/why-new-decision-trump-s-future-facebook-matters-n1266382...
We are committed to using our resources to support pandemic relief efforts in India and are mobilizing to address the country's most urgent needs'??
2021-05-05 14:45
We are committed to using our resources to support pandemic relief efforts in India and are mobilizing to address the country's most urgent needs'??
The post We are committed to using our resources to support pandemic relief efforts in India and are mobilizing to address the countrys most urgent needs appeared first on Stories.
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The purpose of the Act is to ensure transparency in credit agreements.
2021-05-05 14:45
The purpose of the Act is to ensure transparency in credit agreements.
All partners are jointly and severally liable for the debts and obligations of the partnership. Where expansion of the partnership requires a significant financial investment involving a large debt lo...
Peloton Recalls All Treadmills After Dozens Of Injuries, One Death
2021-05-05 14:45
Peloton Recalls All Treadmills After Dozens Of Injuries, One Death
Peloton Recalls All Treadmills After Dozens Of Injuries, One Death

Exercise equipment maker Peloton is recalling its Tread+ and Tread treadmill machines after dozens of injuries and the death of a chi...
Here's who Boston.com readers want to see when concerts start up again
2021-05-05 14:45
Here's who Boston.com readers want to see when concerts start up again
Anything. I'll literally see anything live at this point. Kenny G? Sure. Iron Maiden? Why the hell not...

https://www.boston.com/culture/music/2021/05/05/boston-music-fans-concert-picks-return-of-conce...
Need money to cover irregular income? Try Credit Line instead of personal loan, credit card
2021-05-05 14:45
Need money to cover irregular income? Try Credit Line instead of personal loan, credit card
From professionals to small shop owners to daily wagers, irregular inflow of money often causes problems as monthly expenses more or less remain fixed...

https://www.financialexpress.com/money/need-mon...
Modest Mouse Share 'We Are Between' Single After Six-Year Hiatus Between LPs
2021-05-05 14:45
Modest Mouse Share 'We Are Between' Single After Six-Year Hiatus Between LPs
Following a six-year hiatus, Modest Mouseis back with "We Are Between," the first cut from the upcoming LPThe Golden Casket, due out June 25 via Epic Records.

The Golden Casket, Modest Mouses first al...
Peloton recalls its treadmills following series of accidents
2021-05-05 14:45
Peloton recalls its treadmills following series of accidents
Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge

Peloton is issuing a voluntary recall for all of its treadmill products including both the Peloton Tread and Tread Plus following a series of accidents that...
Deutsche Bank Reaffirms Their Hold Rating on Marriot Vacations (VAC)
2021-05-05 14:45
Deutsche Bank Reaffirms Their Hold Rating on Marriot Vacations (VAC)
Deutsche Bank analyst Chris Woronka maintained a Hold rating on Marriot Vacations (VAC) today and set a price target of $158.00.
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Trillions of cicadas from Brood X set to emerge
2021-05-05 14:45
Trillions of cicadas from Brood X set to emerge
Within days, a couple of weeks at most, the cicadas of Brood X will emerge in 15 U.S. states after 17 years underground...

https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/cicadas-brood-x-1.6014406?cmp=rss

#cbc
Jeff Bezos is building a gigantic luxury yacht that's expected to be one of the best in the world - and he's adding a 'support yacht' with its own helipad
2021-05-05 14:45
Jeff Bezos is building a gigantic luxury yacht that's expected to be one of the best in the world - and he's adding a 'support yacht' with its own helipad
Bezos hasn't previously had a boat of his own, but he's often spotted on mega-yachts belonging to the likes of David Geffen and Diane von Furstenberg.

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos.
Andrej Sokolow/picture allia...
WTI Holds Gains Above $66 After Big Crude Draw
2021-05-05 14:45
WTI Holds Gains Above $66 After Big Crude Draw
WTI Holds Gains Above $66 After Big Crude Draw

Oil prices are up for a third straight day this morning as the easing of lockdowns in the US and parts of Europe prompted hopes of an increase in fuel de...
Philip Morris International Inc. Holds 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting of Shareholders: Appoints André Calantzopoulos as Executive Chairman of the Board and Jacek Olczak as Chief Executive Officer
2021-05-05 14:45
Philip Morris International Inc. Holds 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting of Shareholders: Appoints André Calantzopoulos as Executive Chairman of the Board and Jacek Olczak as Chief Executive Officer
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE: PM) is pleased to announce that Jacek Olczak was appointed Chief Executive Officer following the companys 2021...
Advanced Energy (AEIS) Receives a Buy from Rosenblatt Securities
2021-05-05 14:30
Advanced Energy (AEIS) Receives a Buy from Rosenblatt Securities
In a report released today, Scott Graham from Rosenblatt Securities maintained a Buy rating on Advanced Energy (AEIS), with a price target of ...
The post Advanced Energy (AEIS) Receives a Buy from Ros...
Inside The World's First VR Couture Atelier, Dressarte Paris
2021-05-05 14:30
Inside The World's First VR Couture Atelier, Dressarte Paris
The virtual atelier makes made-to-measure, custom clothes at a fraction of the cost, using 3D design and virtual reality.The virtual atelier makes made-to-measure, custom clothes at a fraction of the ...
Discovery Signs Long-Term Deal With Hulu - Report
2021-05-05 14:30
Discovery Signs Long-Term Deal With Hulu - Report
Discovery (DISCA) has signed a new long-term deal with Walt Disneys (DIS) Hulu. Bloomberg reports that the deal paves the way for Discovery ...
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Trump's Facebook Ban Is Upheld-For Now
2021-05-05 14:30
Trump's Facebook Ban Is Upheld-For Now
The Facebook Oversight Board is referring its most controversial case back to the company...

https://www.wired.com/story/trump-facebook-ban-upheld-for-now

#WiredNews
Coinbase-Backed DeFi Protocol, Notional Finance, Attracts $10M Funding Round Led By Pantera Capital
2021-05-05 14:30
Coinbase-Backed DeFi Protocol, Notional Finance, Attracts $10M Funding Round Led By Pantera Capital
Notional Finance closes a $10 million Series A round. Notional's protocol brings fixed lending rates on stable coins to Ethereum, a first of its kind.Notional Finance closes a $10 million Series A rou...
Ferrari Shares Steady After Delayed Profit News Inspires Tailspin
2021-05-05 14:30
Ferrari Shares Steady After Delayed Profit News Inspires Tailspin
Leaderless legendary luxury sports car maker Ferrari shares stabilized Wednesday after diving 8% the previous day after it delayed its profit target for next year, citing the damage to its markets fro...
'Facebook Will Pay The Price': Republicans Rip Facebook For Upholding Trump Ban
2021-05-05 14:30
'Facebook Will Pay The Price': Republicans Rip Facebook For Upholding Trump Ban
One Republican, Rep. Lauren Boebert of Colorado, thanked Facebook for securing the GOP majority come 2022.
One Republican, Rep. Lauren Boebert of Colorado, thanked Facebook for securing the GOP majorit...
How Shell Plans to Achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2050
2021-05-05 14:30
How Shell Plans to Achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2050
As part of the Adweek Sustainability Playbook, Shell Brands International AG CEO & Vice-Chairman Dean Arag?n shares the journey to decarbonization and the steps to achieve net-zero emissions. THE CHAL...
Figures of the week: Africa's renewable energy potential
2021-05-05 14:30
Figures of the week: Africa's renewable energy potential
In a recent article from the International Monetary Funds quarterly publication Finance and Development, researchers explore how scientific advances in renewable energy technology, its falling costs, ...
Sony Invests In Discord, Will Integrate App Into PlayStation Consoles
2021-05-05 14:30
Sony Invests In Discord, Will Integrate App Into PlayStation Consoles
Sony Corp (SONY) has struck a deal with Discord, a popular chat app for online communities, particularly gaming-focused groups. The multi-faceted arrangement will ...
The post Sony Invests In Discord, ...
Pinterest: How to Add a Filter to a Story Pin
2021-05-05 14:30
Pinterest: How to Add a Filter to a Story Pin
Pinterest's Story Pins feature allows users to share multiple videos, photos and more in a single post. A Story Pin can have multiple pages, and each page can be edited separately before the Story Pin...