Not too long ago, gadget enthusiasts were introduced to HTC’s flagship smart-phone One M8 and now users can expect a cheaper variant of it to hit the markets soon. HTC One M8 Ace is one of the most anticipated rumoured variant of HTC One M8. Recent report reveals what to expect.
New Zealand's annual migration is seen to go beyond 40,000 as more people choose to stay in the country.
Hedge Fund managers were abandoning Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) for Microsoft
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U.S. marijuana cannabis growers in Colorado and Washington state, despite operating legally, won't be allowed to use federal irrigation water services.
The United Arab Emirates has confirmed that George Lucas' "Star Wars" galaxy is actually in Abu Dhabi.
Apple Inc has officially announced its WWDC keynote date on June 2
Better than forecast signs for China's manufacturing industry are helping lift the miners, dollar and most of the broader market. The All Ordinaries Index (XAO) is up 0.9 per cent to 5454pts, with the resource industry a standout. Strength from global markets last night thanks to comments from the U.S. central bank hinting rates are likely to remain at rock bottom levels for longer is also helping.
If the recent McDonald's Happy terrified Twitter and most social media users, The Lemonhead candy brand's new mascot might just top that. Ferrara Candy Co. rolled out an updated new mascot and introduced him on Youtube, Twitter, and Facebook last Sunday. Just like McDonald's Happy not getting a positive welcome from social media users, "Lemonhead" starts to receive the same feedback.
On Wednesday, eBay Inc., the California based online retailer requested its users to change their passwords. Cyber attack was quoted as the reason behind this mass request. Apparently, this attack compromised the company's database.
A report published by the Washington-based Union of Concerned Scientists has highlighted the potential ill effects of climate change to at least 30 historical landmarks in the U.S. Should the human-induced climate change continue to escalate, there might be no other way for America's newest and oldest landmarks but to topple and bow down to rising sea levels, floods and wildfires.
There was a lot of rejoicing at the Fed minutes; a one line synopsis of the release would read - the Fed continues to champion accommodation for the foreseeable futures.
US FOMC minutes saw Fed members having a generally cautious outlook. The minutes made it clear that a number of members believe the unemployment rate alone does not fully capture the amount of slack in the labour market, while also claiming it was too early to confirm that the economy is moving to sustained above-trend growth.
Australian oil and gas giant Woodside Petroleum is no longer interested in buying one-fourth of the largest natural gas field in Israel for $2.6 billion after talks with a consortium collapsed.
China was the largest trading partner of Australia in 2013 when Canberra exported $102 billion worth of products and services.
McDonald's has recently released a new character named Happy, who serves as a new addition to McDonald's Happy Meal team of characters like Grimace and Hamburgler.
Apple Inc's higher-than-expected iPhone sales had surprised investors after the release of its latest earnings report last quarter. Many analysts have speculated on the catalysts of the company's revenue as Apple's stock finally crossed the $600 mark.
Despite predictions of a 0.6 per cent fall on our market today and a shaky start, local stocks managed to close flat. The All Ordinaries Index (XAO) added 2.2 points or 0.04 per cent by the close to finish at 5403.9 points, supported by gains in energy stocks and defensive player Telstra (TLS).
Reports from Taiwan based newspaper claims that Apple Inc. tapped Innolux as its supplier
Concerns of the impact a weaker iron ore price could have on the economy is pushing the sharemarket lower for the second time this week. The All Ordinaries Index (XAO) is down 0.7 per cent, taking the losses over the past three days to 1.8 per cent. A triple digit loss for the Dow Jones Index is adding fuel to the fire.
Some 32 children and one adult were burned alive on Sunday after the bus they were riding erupted in flames. Twenty-four other kids were injured. Charges of aggravated manslaughter will be slapped against the driver and church leader.
It is without doubt that the "boy child" El Niño has definitely stirred the whole world. While most dread its potential impact, some however gladly await its arrival. El Niño induces droughts in some parts of the world, while it could drench other nations.
Discretionary spending is always the first part of the economy to suffer in nervous markets. Consumer sentiment globally is just starting to slip, after having run up very solidly over the past three to four months, and it this now shifting to discretionary earnings.
US Philadelphia Federal Reserve President Plosser spoke on Tuesday, commenting that the $2.5 trillion in reserves accumulated by banks could be the trigger for more rapid inflation if banks start lending money quickly in an improving economy. Plosser said it was the ´´natural tendency´´ for central banks to wait too long to raise rates. He believes there was increasing evidence that rates should be lifted from the current zero levels ´´if not now, then relatively soon´´, particularly in light of ...
Local stocks recovered this afternoon, managing to rise slightly for the first time in three trading sessions. Continued concerns about an oversupply of iron ore and weaker than expected property price growth in China was put to one side, following Monday's 1.3 per cent plummet.
Analysts at Motley Fool say there are only two marijuana stocks worth taking investment risk - GW Pharmaceuticals and Medbox.
Air Canada has received its very first 251-seat Boeing 787 Dreamliner over the weekend. Air Canada has ordered a total of 37 of the new passenger jets. It will be used to open a route between Toronto and Haneda airport in Tokyo starting July.
Auckland has modified its tourism targets by 20 per cent through 2021 because the city's visitor economy was booming, Mayor Len Brown said.
"The Voice" coach Adam Levine has decided to try his hand at racing cars. The multi-talented performer was shocked to learn about actor Patrick Dempsey's acting career and was inspired by the discovery.
The Australian sharemarket is slipping for the third straight session, with Chinese property market concerns keeping iron ore prices weak. The All Ordinaries Index (XAO) is down 0.2 per cent and remains below 5400pts, making it the worst start to a week in three and a half months.
