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1 min Another popular Aussie discount chain collapses Adelaidenow |Biz
Discount department store chain Harris Scarfe has collapsed, putting more than 1800 jobs at risk. ... more
1 min Iconic department store goes under Adelaidenow |Biz
Iconic Australian department store Harris Scarfe has been placed into voluntary administration today, becoming the latest retail empire to fall victim to the sector’s dismal operating conditions. ... more
1 hour Mid-Session 11 Dec 19: Aussie shares shrug off weak lead from Wall St Couriermail |Biz
The Aussie market is improving in the first few hours of trade on Wednesday with the ASX 200 lifting despite another weak lead from Wall St. Investors are still waiting on firm confirmation of US-China trade with the tariff deadline on the 15th. Most sectors are higher locally with on tech & property weaker. ... more
1 hour ‘I give so little f**ks’: Failed Little Tokyo Two shock Couriermail |Biz
IT takes quite a bit of chutzpah to compare yourself to John D. Rockefeller, the legendary US business titan who founded Standard Oil in 1870 and went on to become a renowned philanthropist. ... more
1 hour Another popular Aussie discount chain collapses Couriermail |Biz
Discount department store chain Harris Scarfe has collapsed, putting more than 1800 jobs at risk. ... more
1 hour Under-siege firm wins contract with Adani Couriermail |Biz
A TOP technology firm under siege from green activists has just won a major contract for the Adani Carmichael Mine railway. ... more
1 hour Iconic department store goes under Couriermail |Biz
Iconic Australian department store Harris Scarfe has been placed into voluntary administration today, becoming the latest retail empire to fall victim to the sector’s dismal operating conditions. ... more
1 hour Arnott’s factory sold in mouth-watering Brisbane deal Couriermail |Biz
A SYDNEY-based investment trust has secured the largest industrial property deal in Queensland this year. ... more
2 hours Mid-Session 11 Dec 19: Aussie shares shrug off weak lead from Wall St DailyTelegraph |Biz
The Aussie market is improving in the first few hours of trade on Wednesday with the ASX 200 lifting despite another weak lead from Wall St. Investors are still waiting on firm confirmation of US-China trade with the tariff deadline on the 15th. Most sectors are higher locally with on tech & property weaker. ... more
2 hours Another popular Aussie discount chain collapses DailyTelegraph |Biz
Discount department store chain Harris Scarfe has collapsed, putting more than 1800 jobs at risk. ... more
2 hours Iconic department store goes under DailyTelegraph |Biz
Iconic Australian department store Harris Scarfe has been placed into voluntary administration today, becoming the latest retail empire to fall victim to the sector’s dismal operating conditions. ... more
3 hours Gerrit Cole signs record breaking 9-year, $324 million deal with New York Yankees Businessinsider
Gerrit Cole is reportedly set to sign a deal a nine-year, $US324 million deal with the New York Yankees. The deal gives him the highest annual salary for pitcher in MLB history, breaking the mark Stephen Strasburg set just a day before. More » ... more
3 hours Another popular Aussie discount chain collapses Heraldsun |Biz
Discount department store chain Harris Scarfe has collapsed, putting more than 1800 jobs at risk. ... more
3 hours Iconic department store goes under Heraldsun |Biz
Iconic Australian department store Harris Scarfe has been placed into voluntary administration today, becoming the latest retail empire to fall victim to the sector’s dismal operating conditions. ... more
3 hours Mid-Session 11 Dec 19: Aussie shares shrug off weak lead from Wall St Heraldsun |Biz
The Aussie market is improving in the first few hours of trade on Wednesday with the ASX 200 lifting despite another weak lead from Wall St. Investors are still waiting on firm confirmation of US-China trade with the tariff deadline on the 15th. Most sectors are higher locally with on tech & property weaker. ... more
3 hours Many American Jews are worried Trump’s decision to define Judaism as a nationality and not just a religion will do far more harm than good Businessinsider
President Donald Trump reportedly plans to sign an executive order which will classify Judaism as a race or nationality instead of just a religion. More » ... more
4 hours 3 sailors killed in shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola will posthumously receive Wings of Gold Businessinsider
Three sailors killed on Friday during a shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola were posthumously given the Wings of Gold on Tuesday. The designation usually signifies graduation from aviation training, as an emblem of their achievement and induction ito the community of Naval aviators. More » ... more
6 hours Roxette lead singer Marie Fredriksson dies aged 61 Adelaidenow |Biz
Marie Fredriksson - the lead singer of the band Roxette - has died after a long battle with cancer. The mother of two was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2002. The 61-year-old Swedish star formed the chart-topping band in 1986. Roxette were best known for hits including "Joyride", "The Look" and power ballad "It Must Have Been Love" – which featured in the soundtrack for Pretty Woman. Image: Getty ... more
6 hours Mid-Session 11 Dec 19: Aussie shares shrug off weak lead from Wall St Adelaidenow |Biz
The Aussie market is improving in the first few hours of trade on Wednesday with the ASX 200 lifting despite another weak lead from Wall St. Investors are still waiting on firm confirmation of US-China trade with the tariff deadline on the 15th. Most sectors are higher locally with on tech & property weaker. ... more
6 hours Huge cost of Opal disaster revealed Adelaidenow |Biz
Builders of the cracked apartment complex Opal Towers have revealed the multimillion-dollar cost of the building’s evacuation in court documents filed this month. ... more
6 hours ‘It’s very misleading’: Grill’d workers describe the traineeship program which lets the burger chain pay staff less Businessinsider
Current and former Grill'd employees reveal the payment and working conditions at the company after an investigation into its practices by The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. More » ... more
7 hours Pete Buttigieg reveals the clients he consulted for at McKinsey, a company he now calls ‘amoral’ Businessinsider
Under mounting pressure for transparency, South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg revealed a list of clients he worked for while a consultant at McKinsey & Company between 2007 and 2010. More » ... more
7 hours These super funds have been named as the worst in the country – and they control $70 billion of Australia’s retirement dollars Businessinsider
[image url="https://edge.alluremedia.com.au/uploads/businessinsider/2019/12/GettyImages-1143785386.jpg" description="Some default funds are wiping out. More » ... more
7 hours Woman slams ‘racist’ police photo Couriermail |Biz
A Jewish woman has accused police in Sweden of doctoring her photo identification to give her an anti-Semitic hooked nose. ... more
7 hours Holden announces retirement of Commodore model Couriermail |Biz
Holden has announced it will discontinue the production of the Commodore just two years after closing its Adelaide factory to import rebadged European cars. Holden said an increased demand for SUV models led to the discontinuation of the popular vehicle. Commodore sales attracted more than 90,000 buyers at its peak, but sales recently slid to below 10,000. Demand for the once-popular vehicle has continued to plummet by 35 per cent in 2019. Image: Getty ... more
7 hours Roxette lead singer Marie Fredriksson dies aged 61 Couriermail |Biz
Marie Fredriksson - the lead singer of the band Roxette - has died after a long battle with cancer. The mother of two was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2002. The 61-year-old Swedish star formed the chart-topping band in 1986. Roxette were best known for hits including "Joyride", "The Look" and power ballad "It Must Have Been Love" – which featured in the soundtrack for Pretty Woman. Image: Getty ... more
7 hours Hundreds of staff underpaid at Queensland utility Couriermail |Biz
SUNWATER has underpaid hundreds of senior staff for more than a decade in a bungle that could have ripped off up to a quarter of its workforce. ... more
7 hours ‘Fires near me’ was the top searched item on Google in Australia in 2019 Businessinsider
Google unveiled the top trending search terms in Australia for 2019 and "Fires near me" came out on top. Also among the top trending search terms were the Rugby and Cricket World Cups as well as the election results. More » ... more
7 hours The Pentagon orders operational training pause for all Saudi students in the US after NAS Pensacola shooting Businessinsider
The Pentagon has ordered a pause on operational training for all Saudi military personnel training in the US in the wake of the Naval Air Station Pensacola shooting. More » ... more
8 hours Bernie Sanders has a $150 billion plan to turn the internet into a public utility with low prices and fast speeds — here’s how his plan works Businessinsider
Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders recently announced a $US150 billion, four-point plan that would fundamentally transform how the internet works in the United States. More » ... more
8 hours Roxette lead singer Marie Fredriksson dies aged 61 DailyTelegraph |Biz
Marie Fredriksson - the lead singer of the band Roxette - has died after a long battle with cancer. The mother of two was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2002. The 61-year-old Swedish star formed the chart-topping band in 1986. Roxette were best known for hits including "Joyride", "The Look" and power ballad "It Must Have Been Love" – which featured in the soundtrack for Pretty Woman. Image: Getty ... more
8 hours Holden announces retirement of Commodore model DailyTelegraph |Biz
Holden has announced it will discontinue the production of the Commodore just two years after closing its Adelaide factory to import rebadged European cars. Holden said an increased demand for SUV models led to the discontinuation of the popular vehicle. Commodore sales attracted more than 90,000 buyers at its peak, but sales recently slid to below 10,000. Demand for the once-popular vehicle has continued to plummet by 35 per cent in 2019. Image: Getty ... more
8 hours Woman slams ‘racist’ police photo DailyTelegraph |Biz
A Jewish woman has accused police in Sweden of doctoring her photo identification to give her an anti-Semitic hooked nose. ... more
8 hours Huge cost of Opal disaster revealed DailyTelegraph |Biz
Builders of the cracked apartment complex Opal Towers have revealed the multimillion-dollar cost of the building’s evacuation in court documents filed this month. ... more
8 hours A number of Aussie craft beer companies have been snapped up by big corporates. Here’s who belongs to who. Businessinsider
The news last week that Mick Fanning-backed craft beer label Balter Brewing had been scooped up by Carlton and United Brewers (CUB) probably came as little surprise for the truly committed froth lords out there. More » ... more
8 hours Sony just gave us a detailed look at what’s coming to the PlayStation 4 in early 2020 Businessinsider
Sony showcased some of the PlayStation 4's upcoming titles during a 20-minute State of Play presentation on December 10. The presentation included the world premiere of "Resident Evil 3," along with gameplay trailers for some of 2020's most anticipated games. More » ... more
9 hours People eat less when food labels show how much exercise is needed to burn it off, but that could have dangerous consequences Businessinsider
New research has found that people eat less when food choices are labelled not only with calorie content, but how much exercise it would take to burn them off. More » ... more
9 hours Woman slams ‘racist’ police photo Heraldsun |Biz
A Jewish woman has accused police in Sweden of doctoring her photo identification to give her an anti-Semitic hooked nose. ... more
9 hours Holden announces retirement of Commodore model Heraldsun |Biz
Holden has announced it will discontinue the production of the Commodore just two years after closing its Adelaide factory to import rebadged European cars. Holden said an increased demand for SUV models led to the discontinuation of the popular vehicle. Commodore sales attracted more than 90,000 buyers at its peak, but sales recently slid to below 10,000. Demand for the once-popular vehicle has continued to plummet by 35 per cent in 2019. Image: Getty ... more
9 hours Huge cost of Opal disaster revealed Heraldsun |Biz
Builders of the cracked apartment complex Opal Towers have revealed the multimillion-dollar cost of the building’s evacuation in court documents filed this month. ... more
9 hours Roxette lead singer Marie Fredriksson dies aged 61 Heraldsun |Biz
Marie Fredriksson - the lead singer of the band Roxette - has died after a long battle with cancer. The mother of two was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2002. The 61-year-old Swedish star formed the chart-topping band in 1986. Roxette were best known for hits including "Joyride", "The Look" and power ballad "It Must Have Been Love" – which featured in the soundtrack for Pretty Woman. Image: Getty ... more
9 hours Trump’s team released a video of him as Thanos, the villain who commits genocide in the ‘Avengers’ movies, and people are puzzled Businessinsider
On Tuesday, House Democrats, led by Speaker Nancy Pelosi, announced two articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump. Trump on Twitter accused the Democrats of conducting a "witch hunt." More » ... more
10 hours A Facebook worker reportedly accepted thousands of dollars in bribes to restore banned accounts Businessinsider
A Facebook contractor accepted thousands of dollars in bribes from an ad agency, according to a report from BuzzFeed News. Ads Inc. reportedly paid the Facebook worker to restore accounts that had been banned for violating Facebook's policies. More » ... more
10 hours Lara Trump says she admires Nancy Pelosi just hours after Democrats unveiled articles of impeachment against her father-in-law Businessinsider
Lara Trump said she admires Democratic House Speaker Rep. Nancy Pelosi just hours after House Democrats unveiled impeachment articles against her father in law President Donald Trump. More » ... more
10 hours 10 things you need to know this morning in Australia Businessinsider
Good morning. 1. It doesn't take a scientist to recognise yesterday's bushfire smoke in Sydney, which took visibility down to metres and made being outside literally hazardous, was the worst in memory. According to the SMH, it was the worst single day for air pollution on record, and Sydney has now had "more days of hazardous pollution over the past four weeks than any previous six months." We spoke to Unions NSW, who said they consider it "illegal" for workers to be forced to continue working in such conditions – and that they would support anyone ... more
10 hours Drake’s new documentary ‘Ready For War’ shows the dark side of the US military – from drug use, injuries, PTSD and deportations Businessinsider
Executive produced by rap juggernaut Drake and directed by Andrew Renzi, Ready for War is a documentary that shines a disturbing light on the deportation of veterans in the United States. While the broader topic of immigration is an intensely contentious one, the focus on human stories is what makes this feature stand out at such a tumultuous time in history. More » ... more
10 hours The best tech of the decade Businessinsider
The 2010s had some really great tech - like the iPhone 4,Roku, and SpaceX. At one point it felt like the whole world was playing Pokémon Go Insider reflected on the technology that really felt like it won the decade. More » ... more
10 hours The deadline to file your taxes in 2020 is Wednesday, April 15 Businessinsider
Tax Day 2020, when your tax return is due for income earned in 2019, is Wednesday, April 15. You can file your taxes as soon as you receive your W-2 form from your employer, or 1099 forms if you're a freelancer, which must be filed and postmarked on or before January 31. More » ... more
10 hours Teens on TikTok are hoping Juice Wrld faked his death, thanks to widespread conspiracies and an eerie meme Businessinsider
As with many shocking celebrity deaths, conspiracy theories have surrounded the passing of 21-year-old Jarad Anthony Higgins, known professionally as Juice Wrld. More » ... more
12 hours Dems unveil charges against Trump Adelaidenow |Biz
Democrats have formally accused US President Donald Trump with two counts of “high crimes and misdemeanours”, setting the stage for a Senate impeachment trial for only the third time in American history. ... more
12 hours Trade deal a win for Trump Adelaidenow |Biz
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has announced agreement on a modified North American trade pact, handing US President Donald Trump a major Capitol Hill win on the very same day that Democrats announced their impeachment charges against him. ... more
12 hours Woman slam’s ‘racist’ police photo Adelaidenow |Biz
A Jewish woman has accused police in Sweden of doctoring her photo identification to give her an anti-Semitic hooked nose. ... more
12 hours Hugh Grant lashes Love Actually parody Adelaidenow |Biz
It’s perhaps the most iconic scene in one of Britain's favourite Christmas films. ... more
12 hours Holden announces retirement of Commodore model Adelaidenow |Biz
Holden has announced it will discontinue the production of the Commodore just two years after closing its Adelaide factory to import rebadged European cars. Holden said an increased demand for SUV models led to the discontinuation of the popular vehicle. Commodore sales attracted more than 90,000 buyers at its peak, but sales recently slid to below 10,000. Demand for the once-popular vehicle has continued to plummet by 35 per cent in 2019. Image: Getty ... more
13 hours How to close all the windows on a Mac computer using Safari, in 2 different ways Businessinsider
You can close all the windows on your Mac computer in Safari with a keyboard shortcut, or by navigating to the top toolbar. The keyboard shortcut to close all windows on a Mac is option + command + W. This shortcut should work on most browsers. More » ... more
13 hours The architect of Mexico’s war on cartels was just arrested in Texas and accused of drug trafficking and taking bribes Businessinsider
Genaro Garcia Luna, who was Mexico's public-security secretary between 2006 and 2012, was arrested in Texas on Monday. Garcia Luna, the architect of Mexico's campaign against organised crime in the late 2000s, is the latest Mexican official accused of corruption and involvement in drug trafficking. More » ... more
13 hours How viewership for Netflix’s ‘The Irishman’ stacks up against its most-watched original movies Businessinsider
Netflix's content chief Ted Sarandos said that "The Irishman" was watched by 26.4 million member households in its first week. He projected that the movie would be watched by 40 million households in its first 28 days of release. More » ... more
13 hours A Tuskegee airman flew to an Air Force base to celebrate his 100th birthday and got the hero’s welcome he deserves Businessinsider
Col. Charles McGee, a retired Air Force pilot and a member of the Tuskegee Airmen, celebrated his 100th birthday by piloting a private jet on Friday. More » ... more
13 hours How to delete your Google Voice number, and what it means for your account Businessinsider
You can delete your Google Voice number in most circumstances - unless you're using a number with Sprint or you've paid to transfer it. There is a 90-day buffering period when you delete your Google Voice number, where you can still get your number back within that period, but you won't be able to get a different number yet. More » ... more
13 hours AUDIO: McDonald’s black franchisees are fighting to earn as much as their white counterparts Businessinsider
McDonald's black franchisees make hundreds of thousands of dollars less a year, on average, than their white counterparts at the fast-food giant. Black franchisees say their stores net $US68,000 less a month, on average, than McDonald's overall franchisee average. That disparity has more than doubled in recent years. More » ... more
13 hours How to change the user on your Windows 10 computer so multiple people can use the same PC Businessinsider
You can quickly change the user on your Windows computer without logging out of your current session. Switching users will hibernate your current session while the other user account is active. More » ... more
13 hours Wall Street experts say anyone who wants to work at Goldman Sachs should ask themselves 3 key questions to know whether they will thrive there Businessinsider
Goldman Sachs is nearly 10 times more selective than Harvard. You'll want to evaluate whether it's the right fit for you, in addition to convincing the hiring manager that you're the right fit for them. More » ... more
13 hours How to cancel a PlayStation Now subscription on your PS4 in 5 simple steps Businessinsider
You can cancel your PlayStation Now subscription right from your PS4, just by going to your "Account Management" menu. You'll need to cancel your PlayStation Now account to avoid being charged for the service if you don't want it. More » ... more
13 hours The Saudi gunman who killed 3 US Navy sailors at a Florida base got his hands on a 9mm pistol through a legal loophole Businessinsider
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Sunday that the Saudi national who killed three US sailors at Naval Air Station Pensacola on Friday was able to purchase a firearm through a "loophole" in federal gun laws, Navy Times reported. More » ... more
13 hours Dems unveil charges against Trump Couriermail |Biz
Democrats have formally charged US President Donald Trump with two counts of “high crimes and misdemeanours”, setting the stage for a Senate impeachment trial for only the third time in American history. ... more
13 hours Mine to produce critical minerals — and jobs Couriermail |Biz
THE Federal Government will fast-track a critical-minerals mine in northwest Queensland that is expected to create hundreds of jobs. ... more
13 hours Grant lashes viral Love Actually spoof Couriermail |Biz
It’s perhaps the most iconic scene in one of Britain's favourite Christmas films. ... more
13 hours Trade deal a win for Trump Couriermail |Biz
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has announced agreement on a modified North American trade pact, handing US President Donald Trump a major Capitol Hill win on the very same day that Democrats announced their impeachment charges against him. ... more
13 hours Tory memo tells how Corbyn may win Couriermail |Biz
Tories in the UK fear that just 40,000 tactical votes against Prime Minister Boris Johnson at this week’s election could see Jeremy Corbyn rise to power. ... more
14 hours Grant lashes viral Love Actually spoof DailyTelegraph |Biz
It’s perhaps the most iconic scene in one of Britain's favourite Christmas films. ... more
14 hours Dems unveil charges against Trump DailyTelegraph |Biz
Democrats have formally charged US President Donald Trump with two counts of “high crimes and misdemeanours”, setting the stage for a Senate impeachment trial for only the third time in American history. ... more
14 hours Tory memo tells how Corbyn may win DailyTelegraph |Biz
Tories in the UK fear that just 40,000 tactical votes against Prime Minister Boris Johnson at this week’s election could see Jeremy Corbyn rise to power. ... more
14 hours Trade deal a win for Trump DailyTelegraph |Biz
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has announced agreement on a modified North American trade pact, handing US President Donald Trump a major Capitol Hill win on the very same day that Democrats announced their impeachment charges against him. ... more
15 hours Grant lashes viral Love Actually spoof Heraldsun |Biz
It’s perhaps the most iconic scene in one of Britain's favourite Christmas films. ... more
15 hours Trade deal a win for Trump Heraldsun |Biz
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has announced agreement on a modified North American trade pact, handing US President Donald Trump a major Capitol Hill win on the very same day that Democrats announced their impeachment charges against him. ... more
15 hours Dems unveil charges against Trump Heraldsun |Biz
Democrats have formally charged US President Donald Trump with two counts of “high crimes and misdemeanours”, setting the stage for a Senate impeachment trial for only the third time in American history. ... more
15 hours Tory memo tells how Corbyn may win Heraldsun |Biz
Tories in the UK fear that just 40,000 tactical votes against Prime Minister Boris Johnson at this week’s election could see Jeremy Corbyn rise to power. ... more
18 hours Tory memo tells how Corbyn may win Adelaidenow |Biz
Tories in the UK fear that just 40,000 tactical votes against Prime Minister Boris Johnson at this week’s election could see Jeremy Corbyn rise to power. ... more
18 hours Westpac screws over more shareholders Adelaidenow |Biz
With a little bit of help from the corporate cop ASIC, Westpac has “successfully” completed screwing over its retail shareholders after doing the job on the institutional shareholders a month ago. ... more
18 hours CommSec: Market Close 10 Dec 2019- ASX snaps winning streak despite mining gains Adelaidenow |Biz
The Aussie market has snapped a three session winning streak with investors cautious ahead of a number of global events. The ASX 200 fell 23 points with all sectors bar materials in the red. A sharp rise in iron ore prices helped boost local miners. ... more
19 hours Arsenal’s $94 million record signing scored his first goal from open play for the club, and it was a stunning curled effort from near the edge o... Businessinsider
Arsenal's Nicolas Pepe scored a stunning goal from open play on Monday night against West Ham United to bring to an end his drought. He also handed Freddie Ljungberg his first win as interim manager. More » ... more
19 hours The 29-year-old mayor giving his city’s poorest residents $500 a month says early results make him ‘even more confident’ in his basi... Businessinsider
The city of Stockton, California, is giving 125 residents monthly payments of $US500, no strings attached. The payments are part of a basic-income trial led by the city's 29-year-old mayor, Michael Tubbs. More » ... more
19 hours Attorney General Barr rescheduled his controversial holiday party at Trump’s DC hotel, and now it’s a secret when it is Businessinsider
Attorney General William Barr rescheduled a much-criticised holiday party at US President Donald Trump's DC hotel, and moved it to an undisclosed date, according to the Washington Post. More » ... more
19 hours Apple is suing its former lead chip designer after he quit to set up his own chip company Businessinsider
Apple is suing the former chief architect of its iPhone and iPad chips after he quit the firm to start his own processor design firm, Nuvia, which targets data centres. More » ... more
19 hours Wealthy castaways wash up as island abode hits market Couriermail |Biz
THINGS could be far worse than being washed up on this secluded dot in the ocean off the Queensland coast. ... more
19 hours Shopping staple to vanish forever Couriermail |Biz
The written cheque was once a fundamental avenue for account transactions but it may be reserved for the novelty variety given to lucky lottery winners after its use declined sharply again in 2019. ... more
19 hours Westpac screws over more shareholders Couriermail |Biz
With a little bit of help from the corporate cop ASIC, Westpac has “successfully” completed screwing over its retail shareholders after doing the job on the institutional shareholders a month ago. ... more
19 hours Startup mentor back in business Couriermail |Biz
It takes quite a bit of chutzpah to compare yourself to John D. Rockefeller, the legendary US business titan who founded Standard Oil in 1870 and went on to become a renowned philanthropist. ... more
19 hours CommSec: Market Close 10 Dec 2019- ASX snaps winning streak despite mining gains Couriermail |Biz
The Aussie market has snapped a three session winning streak with investors cautious ahead of a number of global events. The ASX 200 fell 23 points with all sectors bar materials in the red. A sharp rise in iron ore prices helped boost local miners. ... more
20 hours Westpac screws over more shareholders DailyTelegraph |Biz
With a little bit of help from the corporate cop ASIC, Westpac has “successfully” completed screwing over its retail shareholders after doing the job on the institutional shareholders a month ago. ... more
20 hours CommSec: Market Close 10 Dec 2019- ASX snaps winning streak despite mining gains DailyTelegraph |Biz
The Aussie market has snapped a three session winning streak with investors cautious ahead of a number of global events. The ASX 200 fell 23 points with all sectors bar materials in the red. A sharp rise in iron ore prices helped boost local miners. ... more
20 hours 10 things you need to know before opening bell Businessinsider
Here is what you need to know. 1. Boris Johnson had a disastrous day on the campaign trail which supporters fear could cost him the election. A clip of Boris Johnson refusing to look at a photo of a sick 4-year-old boy went viral on Monday triggering a day of mistakes by the Tory campaign. Britain votes on Thursday. More » ... more
20 hours Shopping staple to vanish forever DailyTelegraph |Biz
The written cheque was once a fundamental avenue for account transactions but it may be reserved for the novelty variety given to lucky lottery winners after its use declined sharply again in 2019. ... more
20 hours Hugh Grant slammed Boris Johnson after the UK prime minister parodied an iconic ‘Love Actually’ scene for his electoral campaign Businessinsider
Hugh Grant isn't a fan of Boris Johnson's"Love Actually" parody that the UK prime minister used in his election campaign. Grant told BBC Radio 4 that Johnson failed to hold up an important card regarding truth from the iconic 2003 film scene. More » ... more
20 hours A Boeing whistleblower says he tried to raise concerns about sloppy 737 Max production, but was ignored by the CEO, board, FAA, and NTSB Businessinsider
A former Boeing senior manager said he tried to flag the 737 Max's production issues to the company's executives and three government agencies, but was ignored by all of them,The New York Times and NBC News reported. More » ... more
20 hours A leaked recording of a senior Labour politician suggests Jeremy Corbyn’s election hopes are doomed Businessinsider
Labour frontbencher John Ashworth has been caught in leaked audio footage saying Labour's electoral prospects are "dire" and suggesting voters "can't stand" party leader Jeremy Corbyn. More » ... more
20 hours Billionaire Ray Dalio calls the late Paul Volcker ‘the greatest American hero I’ve known’ Businessinsider
Dalio says that the greatest American he's ever known is the late Paul Volcker. On LinkedIn, Dalio said, "I knew him personally as a man who had great wisdom, humility, and classic heroism in which he sacrificed his well-being for the well-being of others." More » ... more
21 hours Here are the best airlines of 2019, according to the frequent-flying staff at The Points Guy Businessinsider
The travel and credit card rewards website The Points Guy (TPG) held its second annual TPG Awards on Monday at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York. More » ... more
21 hours CommSec: Market Close 10 Dec 2019- ASX snaps winning streak despite mining gains Heraldsun |Biz
The Aussie market has snapped a three session winning streak with investors cautious ahead of a number of global events. The ASX 200 fell 23 points with all sectors bar materials in the red. A sharp rise in iron ore prices helped boost local miners. ... more
21 hours Westpac screws over more shareholders Heraldsun |Biz
With a little bit of help from the corporate cop ASIC, Westpac has “successfully” completed screwing over its retail shareholders after doing the job on the institutional shareholders a month ago. ... more

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