JAKARTA, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Indonesia attracted nearly
800,000 foreign tourists in June, up 0.78 percent from a year
earlier, the statistics bureau said on Monday.
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Sunday, July 31, 2016
Macau gambling revenue slump continues, drops for a 26th month in July
HONG KONG, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Macau posted a drop in gambling
revenue in July, stretching declines for a 26th consecutive
month, as wealthy gamblers continued to steer clear of the
world's biggest casino hub amid a protracted anti-corruption
campaign by Beijing.
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revenue in July, stretching declines for a 26th consecutive
month, as wealthy gamblers continued to steer clear of the
world's biggest casino hub amid a protracted anti-corruption
campaign by Beijing.
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UPDATE 2-Tesla, SolarCity set to announce merger on Monday -sources
July 31 (Reuters) - Tesla Motors Inc and SolarCity
Corp could announce they have agreed to merge as early
as Monday, people familiar with the matter said, setting the
stage for a campaign to convince the two companies' shareholders
to back the deal.
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Corp could announce they have agreed to merge as early
as Monday, people familiar with the matter said, setting the
stage for a campaign to convince the two companies' shareholders
to back the deal.
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Delphi, Singapore launch test of self-driving taxis
August 1 (Reuters) - Delphi Automotive Plc will
launch a small test fleet of automated taxis in Singapore next
year, aiming to ferry passengers around a city district in one
of the first real-world tests of automated rides on demand, the
company said on Monday.
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launch a small test fleet of automated taxis in Singapore next
year, aiming to ferry passengers around a city district in one
of the first real-world tests of automated rides on demand, the
company said on Monday.
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Brazil police free mother-in-law of Formula One empresario
SAO PAULO, July 31 (Reuters) - Brazilian law enforcement agents stormed a hideout near Sao Paulo on Sunday and freed the kidnapped mother-in-law of Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone, police said.
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China's GOME shares fall more than 6 pct after H1 profit warning
HONG KONG, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Shares of China's GOME
Electrical Appliances Holding slid more than 6 percent
on Monday in early Hong Kong trading after the company warned it
expects its first-half adjusted profit to slump 75-85 percent
from a year ago.
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Electrical Appliances Holding slid more than 6 percent
on Monday in early Hong Kong trading after the company warned it
expects its first-half adjusted profit to slump 75-85 percent
from a year ago.
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Australia's ASX appoints new chief after high profile resignation
SYDNEY, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Australia's ASX Ltd appointed
Dominic Stevens as the exchange operator's chief executive, it
said on Monday, following the resignation of its former CEO in
the wake of corruption allegations.
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Dominic Stevens as the exchange operator's chief executive, it
said on Monday, following the resignation of its former CEO in
the wake of corruption allegations.
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UPDATE 1-Australia's ASX appoints new chief after high-profile resignation
SYDNEY, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Australia's ASX Ltd, the
world's 14th-largest stock exchange by traded shares, on Monday
said it hired a new chief executive officer following the
resignation of its former leader in the wake of corruption
allegations.
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world's 14th-largest stock exchange by traded shares, on Monday
said it hired a new chief executive officer following the
resignation of its former leader in the wake of corruption
allegations.
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Pope says will withhold judgement on Cardinal Pell over sex abuse
ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE, July 31 (Reuters) - Pope Francis
said on Sunday that he will wait until Australian justice takes
its course before taking a position on Cardinal George Pell, who
is under investigation in his homeland over sexual abuse
allegations.
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said on Sunday that he will wait until Australian justice takes
its course before taking a position on Cardinal George Pell, who
is under investigation in his homeland over sexual abuse
allegations.
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UPDATE 1-Vivendi says Mediaset not essential to its Italy strategy
PARIS, July 31 (Reuters) - Ties between Vivendi and
Italy's Mediaset are not "broken" but nor are they
essential to the French media group's strategy as it could find
other Italian partners, its chief executive told Les Echos
newspaper.
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Italy's Mediaset are not "broken" but nor are they
essential to the French media group's strategy as it could find
other Italian partners, its chief executive told Les Echos
newspaper.
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Reuters Business News Schedule at 2000 GMT/4:00 PM ET
JULY 31 (REUTERS) - A Chinese consortium that includes game
developer Shanghai Giant Network Technology Co Ltd and
e-commerce company Alibaba Group Holding Ltd founder
Jack Ma agrees to acquire Caesars Interactive Entertainment
Inc's online games unit for $4.4 billion in cash, the companies
say. (CAESARSINTERACTIVE-M&A/GIANT (UPDATE 1), moved, by Liana
B. Baker and Allison Lampert, 534 words)
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developer Shanghai Giant Network Technology Co Ltd and
e-commerce company Alibaba Group Holding Ltd founder
Jack Ma agrees to acquire Caesars Interactive Entertainment
Inc's online games unit for $4.4 billion in cash, the companies
say. (CAESARSINTERACTIVE-M&A/GIANT (UPDATE 1), moved, by Liana
B. Baker and Allison Lampert, 534 words)
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UPDATE 2-Trump says 'not thrilled' with dates of presidential debates
WASHINGTON, July 31 (Reuters) - Republican presidential
nominee Donald Trump said he is unhappy with the dates set for
his televised debates with White House rival Hillary Clinton,
putting him at odds with an independent commission that set the
calendar almost a year ago.
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nominee Donald Trump said he is unhappy with the dates set for
his televised debates with White House rival Hillary Clinton,
putting him at odds with an independent commission that set the
calendar almost a year ago.
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Vivendi says ties with Mediaset not "broken"
PARIS, July 31 (Reuters) - Ties between Vivendi and
Italy's Mediaset are not "broken" but nor are they
essential to the French media group's strategy as it could find
other Italian partners, its chief executive told Les Echos
newspaper.
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Italy's Mediaset are not "broken" but nor are they
essential to the French media group's strategy as it could find
other Italian partners, its chief executive told Les Echos
newspaper.
Read more
UPDATE 1-U.S. safety team arrives in Texas to probe deadly balloon crash
SAN ANTONIO, July 31 (Reuters) - U.S. safety officials
arrived in Texas on Sunday to probe the crash of a hot air
balloon that killed 16 people, amid reports that it hit a power
line and caught fire before plummeting to the ground.
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arrived in Texas on Sunday to probe the crash of a hot air
balloon that killed 16 people, amid reports that it hit a power
line and caught fire before plummeting to the ground.
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Box Office: 'Jason Bourne' Scores With $60 Million Debut, 'Bad Moms' Hits Big
LOS ANGELES, July 31 (Variety.com) - Audiences turned out in
force to see Matt Damon in "Jason Bourne," pushing the spy
sequel to a sterling $60 million debut.
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force to see Matt Damon in "Jason Bourne," pushing the spy
sequel to a sterling $60 million debut.
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Islamic State calls slain Muslim American soldier an "apostate"
DUBAI, July 31 (Reuters) - Islamic State on Sunday condemned
as an "apostate" a U.S. Muslim soldier killed in Iraq whose
story has re-ignited debate in the 2016 presidential election on
the role of Muslims in American life.
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as an "apostate" a U.S. Muslim soldier killed in Iraq whose
story has re-ignited debate in the 2016 presidential election on
the role of Muslims in American life.
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U.S. safety team arrives in Texas to probe deadly balloon crash
SAN ANTONIO, July 31 (Reuters) - U.S. safety officials
arrived in Texas on Sunday to probe the crash of a hot air
balloon that killed 16 people, amid reports that it hit a power
line and caught fire before plummeting to the ground.
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arrived in Texas on Sunday to probe the crash of a hot air
balloon that killed 16 people, amid reports that it hit a power
line and caught fire before plummeting to the ground.
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China's GOME issues profit warning for H1
HONG KONG, July 31 (Reuters) - China's GOME Electrical
Appliances Holding issued a profit warning on Sunday,
saying first-half profit was likely to plunge year-on-year due
to a strategic shake-up which has seen some of its main outlets
undergo renovation.
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Appliances Holding issued a profit warning on Sunday,
saying first-half profit was likely to plunge year-on-year due
to a strategic shake-up which has seen some of its main outlets
undergo renovation.
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MIDEAST STOCKS-Gulf bourses slip on weak oil, Egypt ends five-day rise
DUBAI, July 31 (Reuters) - Stock markets in the Gulf fell on
Sunday, weighed down by weak oil prices and lacklustre
second-quarter corporate results over the last few weeks, while
Egypt's main index pulled back on profit-taking after a strong
run.
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Sunday, weighed down by weak oil prices and lacklustre
second-quarter corporate results over the last few weeks, while
Egypt's main index pulled back on profit-taking after a strong
run.
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"Download a good heart", Pope tells young as Polish visit ends
KRAKOW, Poland, July 31 (Reuters) - Pope Francis wrapped up
his Polish visit on Sunday with a huge outdoor Mass where he
told young people to look beyond the instant gratification
afforded by technology, and instead to try to change the world.
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his Polish visit on Sunday with a huge outdoor Mass where he
told young people to look beyond the instant gratification
afforded by technology, and instead to try to change the world.
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German authorities clear Opel diesel engines - report
FRANKFURT, July 31 (Reuters) - Germany's Federal Office for
Motor Vehicles has approved diesel engines of General Motors'
Opel unit, after initial doubts about whether the engine
control software was permissible, weekly Bild am Sonntag
reported.
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Motor Vehicles has approved diesel engines of General Motors'
Opel unit, after initial doubts about whether the engine
control software was permissible, weekly Bild am Sonntag
reported.
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UPDATE 1-J.K. Rowling bids farewell to Harry Potter at "Cursed Child" gala
LONDON, July 30 (Reuters) - A new "Harry Potter" play that
opened to swooning reviews and delighted gasps from the audience
marks the end of the journey for the beloved boy wizard, his
creator J.K. Rowling said at the play's premiere in London on
Saturday.
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opened to swooning reviews and delighted gasps from the audience
marks the end of the journey for the beloved boy wizard, his
creator J.K. Rowling said at the play's premiere in London on
Saturday.
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Saturday, July 30, 2016
RPT-Chinese consortium agrees $4.4 bln deal for Caesars online games-sources
July 30 (Reuters) - A Chinese consortium that includes game
developer Shanghai Giant Network Technology Co Ltd and
e-commerce company Alibaba Group Holding Ltd founder
Jack Ma has agreed to acquire Caesars Interactive Entertainment
Inc's online games unit for $4.4 billion in cash, people
familiar with the matter said.
Read more
developer Shanghai Giant Network Technology Co Ltd and
e-commerce company Alibaba Group Holding Ltd founder
Jack Ma has agreed to acquire Caesars Interactive Entertainment
Inc's online games unit for $4.4 billion in cash, people
familiar with the matter said.
Read more
UPDATE 1-Chinese consortium agrees $4.4 bln deal for Caesars online games
July 30 (Reuters) - A Chinese consortium that includes game
developer Shanghai Giant Network Technology Co Ltd and
e-commerce company Alibaba Group Holding Ltd founder
Jack Ma has agreed to acquire Caesars Interactive Entertainment
Inc's online games unit for $4.4 billion in cash, the companies
said.
Read more
developer Shanghai Giant Network Technology Co Ltd and
e-commerce company Alibaba Group Holding Ltd founder
Jack Ma has agreed to acquire Caesars Interactive Entertainment
Inc's online games unit for $4.4 billion in cash, the companies
said.
Read more
J.K. Rowling bids farewell to Harry Potter at "Cursed Child" gala
LONDON, July 30 (Reuters) - Harry Potter has cast his last
spell, his creator J.K. Rowling said at the gala opening of
"Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" in London's West End theatre
district on Saturday.
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spell, his creator J.K. Rowling said at the gala opening of
"Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" in London's West End theatre
district on Saturday.
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UPDATE 10-Hot air balloon catches fire, crashes in Texas; 16 feared dead
AUSTIN, Texas, July 30 (Reuters) - At least 16 people were
feared dead after a hot air balloon caught fire and crashed in
a pasture near the central Texas city of Lockhart on Saturday
morning in one of the deadliest balloon accidents on record.
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feared dead after a hot air balloon caught fire and crashed in
a pasture near the central Texas city of Lockhart on Saturday
morning in one of the deadliest balloon accidents on record.
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Turkey's Erdogan says U.S.-based cleric a pawn backed by a 'mastermind'
ISTANBUL, July 30 (Reuters) - The U.S.-based Muslim cleric
blamed by Turkey for orchestrating a failed coup this month is a
pawn backed by a "mastermind", President Tayyip Erdogan said on
Saturday, hinting that greater powers were behind the attempted
putsch.
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blamed by Turkey for orchestrating a failed coup this month is a
pawn backed by a "mastermind", President Tayyip Erdogan said on
Saturday, hinting that greater powers were behind the attempted
putsch.
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Pokemon GO players robbed at gunpoint in London park
LONDON, July 30 (Reuters) - Three teenagers playing the hit
game Pokemon GO have been robbed at gunpoint in a north London
park and forced to hand over their mobile phones, British police
said on Saturday.
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game Pokemon GO have been robbed at gunpoint in a north London
park and forced to hand over their mobile phones, British police
said on Saturday.
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Hot air balloon with at least 16 aboard crashes in Texas -reports
AUSTIN, Texas, July 30 (Reuters) - A hot air balloon with at
least 16 people on board crashed in the area of the central
Texas city of Lockhart on Saturday, TV broadcaster KVUE and
others reported.
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least 16 people on board crashed in the area of the central
Texas city of Lockhart on Saturday, TV broadcaster KVUE and
others reported.
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INTERVIEW-Turkey misses chance for peace with Kurdish militants after coup failed
ISTANBUL, July 30 (Reuters) - A chance to revive a wrecked
peace process with Kurdish rebels has been missed as Turkish
President Tayyip Erdogan taps nationalist sentiment to
consolidate his support after a failed military coup, the head
of the pro-Kurdish opposition said.
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peace process with Kurdish rebels has been missed as Turkish
President Tayyip Erdogan taps nationalist sentiment to
consolidate his support after a failed military coup, the head
of the pro-Kurdish opposition said.
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RPT-French church attacker: from troubled childhood to altar killer
SAINT-ETIENNE-DU-ROUVRAY, France, July 29 (Reuters) - Adel
Kermiche was an attention-seeking child whose behavioural
problems frequently led him to a psychiatric hospital and later
a specialist school. He died a coldblooded killer who slit the
throat of an elderly French priest in the name of Islamic State.
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Kermiche was an attention-seeking child whose behavioural
problems frequently led him to a psychiatric hospital and later
a specialist school. He died a coldblooded killer who slit the
throat of an elderly French priest in the name of Islamic State.
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UPDATE 1-Oozing dim sum buns delight diners in Hong Kong
July 29 (Reuters) - At Dim Sum Icon in Hong Kong, diners are
encouraged to play with their food.
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encouraged to play with their food.
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Friday, July 29, 2016
UPDATE 2-Minnesota judge denies claims of 29 would-be heirs to Prince estate
July 29 (Reuters) - A Minnesota judge has excluded nearly 30
would-be heirs from the estate of the late pop star Prince,
bolstering the inheritance claims of the performer's sister and
surviving half-siblings, probate court records released on
Friday showed.
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would-be heirs from the estate of the late pop star Prince,
bolstering the inheritance claims of the performer's sister and
surviving half-siblings, probate court records released on
Friday showed.
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WRAPUP 4-Turkey's Erdogan slams West for failure to show solidarity over coup attempt
ANKARA/ISTANBUL, July 29 (Reuters) - President Tayyip
Erdogan condemned Western countries on Friday for failing to
show solidarity with Turkey over the recent failed coup, saying
those who worried over the fate of coup supporters instead of
Turkish democracy could not be friends of Ankara.
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Erdogan condemned Western countries on Friday for failing to
show solidarity with Turkey over the recent failed coup, saying
those who worried over the fate of coup supporters instead of
Turkish democracy could not be friends of Ankara.
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UPDATE 3-Trade groups, AT&T urge U.S. court to reverse 'net neutrality' rules
WASHINGTON, July 29 (Reuters) - Trade associations
representing wireless, cable and broadband operators on Friday
urged the full U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of
Columbia to reverse a ruling upholding the Obama
administration's landmark rules barring internet service
providers from obstructing or slowing consumer access to web
content.
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representing wireless, cable and broadband operators on Friday
urged the full U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of
Columbia to reverse a ruling upholding the Obama
administration's landmark rules barring internet service
providers from obstructing or slowing consumer access to web
content.
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UPDATE 1-Australia team safe after Rio Olympic Village fire evacuation
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 29 (Reuters) - The Australian team said they evacuated their building at the Olympic Village in Rio de Janeiro because of a fire in the basement on Friday, one week before the Games open.
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UPDATE 1-Ex-Guatemalan soccer chief pleads guilty to U.S. bribery charges
NEW YORK, July 29 (Reuters) - A former president of Guatemala's soccer federation pleaded guilty on Friday to charges he received bribes to award lucrative media and marketing rights for soccer matches, the latest development in the U.S. corruption investigation into world soccer's governing body FIFA.
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Australia team safe after Rio Olympic Village fire evacuation
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 29 (Reuters) - The Australian team evacuated their building at the Olympic Village in Rio de Janeiro Friday because of a fire in the basement, according to a team spokesman.
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UPDATE 1-WIDER IMAGE-Teaching community through capoeira in a hardscrabble Rio slum
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 29 (Reuters) - Manoel Pereira Costa is a star on this sprawling mountainside in Rio de Janeiro.
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UPDATE 1-U.S. extends oversight of Fiat Chrysler safety practices by a year
WASHINGTON, July 29 (Reuters) - U.S. auto safety regulators
said on Friday they were extending oversight of Fiat Chrysler
Automobiles NV for an additional year, requiring the
Italian-American automaker to submit to monthly meetings and
early disclosures of potential vehicle issues.
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said on Friday they were extending oversight of Fiat Chrysler
Automobiles NV for an additional year, requiring the
Italian-American automaker to submit to monthly meetings and
early disclosures of potential vehicle issues.
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UPDATE 1-Tesla mulling two theories to explain 'Autopilot' crash: source
WASHINGTON, July 29 (Reuters) - Tesla Motors Inc
told U.S. Senate Commerce Committee staff it is considering two
theories that may explain what led to the May 7 fatal crash that
killed a Florida man who was using the car's "Autopilot" system,
a person familiar with the meeting told Reuters on Friday.
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told U.S. Senate Commerce Committee staff it is considering two
theories that may explain what led to the May 7 fatal crash that
killed a Florida man who was using the car's "Autopilot" system,
a person familiar with the meeting told Reuters on Friday.
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UPDATE 1-Spain's OHL mulls more asset sales after profit hit
MADRID, July 29 (Reuters) - Spanish construction group OHL
saw net profit almost wiped out in the first half,
after a big hit on a Canadian hospital contract, and said it was
open to more asset sales to get back to profitability.
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saw net profit almost wiped out in the first half,
after a big hit on a Canadian hospital contract, and said it was
open to more asset sales to get back to profitability.
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UPDATE 1-Obama to showcase TPP after trade deal demonized in campaign
WASHINGTON, July 29 (Reuters) - During a visit from
Singapore's prime minister on Tuesday, President Barack Obama
will extol the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal and
commit to getting the deal done, a top White House official said
on Friday, even though Obama's fellow Democrats panned it at
their convention this week.
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Singapore's prime minister on Tuesday, President Barack Obama
will extol the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal and
commit to getting the deal done, a top White House official said
on Friday, even though Obama's fellow Democrats panned it at
their convention this week.
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UPDATE 2-Apple asks U.S. Supreme Court to rule against Samsung over patents
SAN FRANCISCO, July 29 (Reuters) - Apple Inc on
Friday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to clear the way for the
iPhone maker to secure hundreds of millions in damages from
Samsung Electronics Co Ltd in a case over smartphone
design patents.
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Friday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to clear the way for the
iPhone maker to secure hundreds of millions in damages from
Samsung Electronics Co Ltd in a case over smartphone
design patents.
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Tesla crash does little to sway public opinion on self-driving cars
DETROIT, July 29 (Reuters) - Consumers are more aware of
self-driving cars, but slightly less interested in riding in
them, according to two surveys conducted after a fatal crash of
a Tesla equipped with self-driving technology.
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self-driving cars, but slightly less interested in riding in
them, according to two surveys conducted after a fatal crash of
a Tesla equipped with self-driving technology.
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Unaware of rights, exploited migrant and trafficked workers suffer in silence -research
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 29 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) -
M igrant workers in the textile, mining and construction sectors
face exploitation and health risks linked to their work and
living conditions but ignorance about their rights makes it hard
for governments to protect them, researchers said on Friday.
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M igrant workers in the textile, mining and construction sectors
face exploitation and health risks linked to their work and
living conditions but ignorance about their rights makes it hard
for governments to protect them, researchers said on Friday.
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AutoNation CEO: Auto retailer wants to trim inventories further
July 29 (Reuters) - AutoNation Inc Chief Executive
Mike Jackson told Reuters the U.S. auto dealership chain will
continue reducing stocks of unsold vehicles at its stores,
responding to signs that U.S. vehicle sales growth has hit a
plateau.
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Mike Jackson told Reuters the U.S. auto dealership chain will
continue reducing stocks of unsold vehicles at its stores,
responding to signs that U.S. vehicle sales growth has hit a
plateau.
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Azerbaijan closes TV station over interview with Turkish cleric Gulen
BAKU, July 29 (Reuters) - Azerbaijan closed an independent
television station on Friday that planned to air an interview
with Fethullah Gulen, the Muslim cleric whom Turkey accuses of
orchestrating a failed coup attempt earlier this month.
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television station on Friday that planned to air an interview
with Fethullah Gulen, the Muslim cleric whom Turkey accuses of
orchestrating a failed coup attempt earlier this month.
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Armani creates foundation as succession issue looms
MILAN, July 29 (Reuters) - Italian fashion designer Giorgio
Armani said on Friday he would create a foundation in his name,
for the first time shedding some light on succession plans for
his fashion business.
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Armani said on Friday he would create a foundation in his name,
for the first time shedding some light on succession plans for
his fashion business.
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UPDATE 1-Mercedes pulls U.S. E-Class ad touting self-driving car
* Withdrawal comes in wake of consumer group complaints
(Adds statement from Mercedes-Benz)
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(Adds statement from Mercedes-Benz)
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WIDER IMAGE-Teaching community through capoeira in a hardscrabble Rio slum
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 29 (Reuters) - Manoel Pereira Costa is a star on this sprawling mountainside in Rio de Janeiro.
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UPDATE 1-Sharpie pen maker Newell's sales boosted by Jarden buy
July 29 (Reuters) - Newell Brands Inc, the maker of
Sharpie pens and Rubbermaid food containers, reported
better-than-expected quarterly sales and profit, helped by the
acquisition of Jarden Corp.
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Sharpie pens and Rubbermaid food containers, reported
better-than-expected quarterly sales and profit, helped by the
acquisition of Jarden Corp.
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Don't play Pokemon on the railway tracks, Bulgaria says
SOFIA, July 29 (Reuters) - This one might seem obvious,
but.... Bulgarian state railway company BDZ is urging players of
Pokemon GO to keep off the railway tracks.
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but.... Bulgarian state railway company BDZ is urging players of
Pokemon GO to keep off the railway tracks.
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Mercedes pulls U.S. ad touting self-driving car - Automotive News
FRANKFURT, July 29 (Reuters) - Mercedes-Benz has withdrawn
an advert touting the self-driving qualities of its new E-Class
model in the United States, Automotive News reported, following
allegations from consumer groups that the claims were
misleading.
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an advert touting the self-driving qualities of its new E-Class
model in the United States, Automotive News reported, following
allegations from consumer groups that the claims were
misleading.
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CEE MARKETS-Currencies retreat, Daimler investment long-term positive for Hungary
By Krisztina Than
BUDAPEST, July 29 (Reuters) - Central European currencies
eased slightly on Friday in edgy global sentiment before a first
estimate for Q2 U.S. growth, with the forint getting some
support from news of Daimler expanding its plant in Hungary.
German carmaker Daimler put a 1 billion euro
price tag on the expansion of its existing factory, which
churned out 180,000 cars last year and is a significant driver
for the country's open economy.
Exports and rising domestic
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BUDAPEST, July 29 (Reuters) - Central European currencies
eased slightly on Friday in edgy global sentiment before a first
estimate for Q2 U.S. growth, with the forint getting some
support from news of Daimler expanding its plant in Hungary.
German carmaker Daimler put a 1 billion euro
price tag on the expansion of its existing factory, which
churned out 180,000 cars last year and is a significant driver
for the country's open economy.
Exports and rising domestic
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The year of "Neither": Why Reuters/Ipsos is tweaking its U.S. presidential poll
NEW YORK, July 29 (Reuters) - In a presidential campaign
notable for its negativity, the option of "Neither" candidate
appears to be an appealing alternative, at least to participants
in the Reuters/Ipsos opinion poll.
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notable for its negativity, the option of "Neither" candidate
appears to be an appealing alternative, at least to participants
in the Reuters/Ipsos opinion poll.
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Italy July EU-harmonised CPI shows deflation for sixth month running
July 29 (Reuters) - Italian EU harmonised consumer prices (HICP)
fell a preliminary 1.8 percent month-on-month in July and were
down 0.1 percent from the year earlier, the sixth consecutive
month of annual price deflation, data showed on Friday.
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fell a preliminary 1.8 percent month-on-month in July and were
down 0.1 percent from the year earlier, the sixth consecutive
month of annual price deflation, data showed on Friday.
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UPDATE 2-BA owner IAG trims growth plans further after Brexit vote
* Now sees 2016 profit up by low double-digit pct
(Recasts with comments on growth, adds shares)
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(Recasts with comments on growth, adds shares)
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UPDATE 1-Pearson reports H1 sales miss, hints at FY gain on currency
July 29 (Reuters) - Pearson Plc, the world's
biggest education company, said first-half underlying sales fell
more than expected, hurt by declines in assessment revenue in
the United States and the UK, its two top markets.
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biggest education company, said first-half underlying sales fell
more than expected, hurt by declines in assessment revenue in
the United States and the UK, its two top markets.
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UPDATE 1-Foxtons blames profit slump on Brexit, sees no property recovery in 2016
LONDON, July 29 (Reuters) - London-focussed estate agent
Foxtons blamed a 42 percent drop in first-half profit
on Britain's EU referendum, saying it led to a fall in
transactions which is likely to last until the end of the year.
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Foxtons blamed a 42 percent drop in first-half profit
on Britain's EU referendum, saying it led to a fall in
transactions which is likely to last until the end of the year.
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Thursday, July 28, 2016
RPT-Saint-Gobain says Brexit may have silver construction lining
PARIS, July 29 (Reuters) - Britain's decision to quit the
European Union has caused uncertainty but is unlikely to have a
significant impact on business and may be a boost for the
construction industry, French building supplies group
Saint-Gobain said.
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European Union has caused uncertainty but is unlikely to have a
significant impact on business and may be a boost for the
construction industry, French building supplies group
Saint-Gobain said.
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Chelsea Manning faces discipline for prison suicide attempt -lawyers
July 28 (Reuters) - U.S. soldier Chelsea Manning, imprisoned
for passing classified files to WikiLeaks, now stands accused of
misconduct stemming from her suicide attempt earlier this month
and could land in solitary confinement indefinitely, her lawyers
said on Thursday.
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for passing classified files to WikiLeaks, now stands accused of
misconduct stemming from her suicide attempt earlier this month
and could land in solitary confinement indefinitely, her lawyers
said on Thursday.
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UPDATE 2-Expedia revenue misses estimates, mulls listing for Trivago
July 28 (Reuters) - Expedia Inc reported
lower-than-expected quarterly revenue due to higher promotions
for its member loyalty program and discounts to promote new
hotel listings, sending the company's shares down more than 6
percent in extended trading.
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lower-than-expected quarterly revenue due to higher promotions
for its member loyalty program and discounts to promote new
hotel listings, sending the company's shares down more than 6
percent in extended trading.
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New UK home registration hits highest since 2007 in run-up to EU vote
LONDON, July 29 (Reuters) - The number of new homes
registered for construction in Britain rose in the second
quarter to its highest since the financial crisis as building
plans picked up before the EU referendum, an industry group said
on Friday.
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registered for construction in Britain rose in the second
quarter to its highest since the financial crisis as building
plans picked up before the EU referendum, an industry group said
on Friday.
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UPDATE 1-Google-parent Alphabet revenue rises more than expected
July 28 (Reuters) - Google-parent Alphabet Inc's
revenue increased a bigger-than-expected 21.3 percent in the
second quarter, driven by strong advertising sales on mobile
devices and for video content.
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revenue increased a bigger-than-expected 21.3 percent in the
second quarter, driven by strong advertising sales on mobile
devices and for video content.
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Bezos passes Buffett, becomes third-richest person -Forbes
July 28 (Reuters) - Jeff Bezos, the founder and chief
executive of Amazon.com Inc, has become the world's
third-richest person as of the market close for the first time,
Forbes magazine said, passing Warren Buffett, the chairman and
chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
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executive of Amazon.com Inc, has become the world's
third-richest person as of the market close for the first time,
Forbes magazine said, passing Warren Buffett, the chairman and
chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
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Expedia quarterly profit slides
July 28 (Reuters) - Expedia Inc, the world's
largest online travel services company, said quarterly net
income fell 93 percent from a year earlier when it recorded a
$395 million after-tax gain related to the sale of eLong.
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largest online travel services company, said quarterly net
income fell 93 percent from a year earlier when it recorded a
$395 million after-tax gain related to the sale of eLong.
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UPDATE 1-Amazon revenue beats estimates as cloud sales surge
July 28 (Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc reported a
better-than-expected rise in quarterly revenue, powered by
blockbuster growth in its cloud services unit and an increase in
subscriptions for its Prime loyalty program.
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better-than-expected rise in quarterly revenue, powered by
blockbuster growth in its cloud services unit and an increase in
subscriptions for its Prime loyalty program.
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UPDATE 3-Judge rejects Sumner Redstone bid to end Viacom CEO lawsuit
July 28 (Reuters) - A Massachusetts judge on Thursday
rejected Sumner Redstone's bid to quickly end a case that will
likely determine the future of the media mogul's holdings and
set an October trial date, marking a victory for Viacom Inc
Chief Executive Philippe Dauman.
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rejected Sumner Redstone's bid to quickly end a case that will
likely determine the future of the media mogul's holdings and
set an October trial date, marking a victory for Viacom Inc
Chief Executive Philippe Dauman.
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UPDATE 3-Oracle to buy NetSuite for $9.3 bln to gain cloud computing clout
July 28 (Reuters) - Business software maker Oracle Corp
said on Thursday it would buy NetSuite Inc for
about $9.3 billion in cash, a deal designed to help Oracle gain
market share in the fast-growing cloud computing business.
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said on Thursday it would buy NetSuite Inc for
about $9.3 billion in cash, a deal designed to help Oracle gain
market share in the fast-growing cloud computing business.
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UPDATE 3-Lackluster U.S., China sales drag on Ford Motor profit, shares tumble
DETROIT, July 28 (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co reported
weaker-than-expected profit in the second quarter and declared
that the U.S. auto industry's long recovery was at an end,
sending its stock and those of other auto companies tumbling.
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weaker-than-expected profit in the second quarter and declared
that the U.S. auto industry's long recovery was at an end,
sending its stock and those of other auto companies tumbling.
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MIDEAST STOCKS-CIB's Q2 earnings aid Egypt, blue chips weigh on Gulf
DUBAI, July 28 (Reuters) - Egypt's largest bank helped carry
the stock market higher on Thursday after it posted strong
quarterly earnings, while weak results from blue chips weighed
on some Gulf bourses.
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the stock market higher on Thursday after it posted strong
quarterly earnings, while weak results from blue chips weighed
on some Gulf bourses.
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Mercedes rejects claims about 'misleading' self-driving car ads
FRANKFURT, July 28 (Reuters) - Mercedes-Benz has defended an
advertising campaign for its new E-Class against allegations
that consumers were being misled about the car's self-driving
capabilities, the latest backlash by consumer groups in the wake
of a fatal Tesla accident.
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advertising campaign for its new E-Class against allegations
that consumers were being misled about the car's self-driving
capabilities, the latest backlash by consumer groups in the wake
of a fatal Tesla accident.
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UPDATE 4-Thomson Reuters reaffirms outlook despite economic uncertainty
July 28 (Reuters) - Thomson Reuters Corp on
Thursday reported flat quarterly revenue excluding currency
effects and reaffirmed its full-year sales outlook despite
uncertainty among financial services clients about the economic
environment.
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Thursday reported flat quarterly revenue excluding currency
effects and reaffirmed its full-year sales outlook despite
uncertainty among financial services clients about the economic
environment.
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WRAPUP 2-Turkey's armed forces face deep overhaul in wake of coup
ANKARA/ISTANBUL, July 28 (Reuters) - Turkey's top brass and
political leaders were poised to launch a major overhaul of the
armed forces on Thursday after a failed military coup that has
shaken the nation of nearly 80 million people and alarmed its
NATO allies.
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political leaders were poised to launch a major overhaul of the
armed forces on Thursday after a failed military coup that has
shaken the nation of nearly 80 million people and alarmed its
NATO allies.
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Flight bookings for Nice and France drop again after July 14 attack-data firm
PARIS, July 28 (Reuters) - Demand for air travel to France
and Nice, the country's second most popular destination after
Paris, has dropped again after an attacker killed 84 people in
the city on the French Riviera on July 14, according to travel
data analysis company ForwardKeys.
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and Nice, the country's second most popular destination after
Paris, has dropped again after an attacker killed 84 people in
the city on the French Riviera on July 14, according to travel
data analysis company ForwardKeys.
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UPDATE 1-Harley-Davidson beat expectations amid lower income, trims 2016 outlook
July 28 (Reuters) - Harley-Davidson Inc on Thursday
reported second-quarter earnings that beat estimates, but the
motorcycle manufacturer trimmed its sales outlook due to soft
demand in the United States, its biggest market.
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reported second-quarter earnings that beat estimates, but the
motorcycle manufacturer trimmed its sales outlook due to soft
demand in the United States, its biggest market.
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REFILE-Thomson Reuters reports flat 2nd-quarter revenue
July 28(Reuters) - Thomson Reuters Corp on
Thursday reported flat quarterly revenue excluding currency
effects and reaffirmed its full-year sales outlook.
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Thursday reported flat quarterly revenue excluding currency
effects and reaffirmed its full-year sales outlook.
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Egypt says has not received asylum request from Turkey's Gulen
CAIRO, July 28 (Reuters) - Egypt has not received any
request for political asylum from U.S.-based Turkish opposition
cleric Fethullah Gulen, Prime Minister Sherif Ismail said in
comments carried by the state news agency MENA, late on
Wednesday.
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request for political asylum from U.S.-based Turkish opposition
cleric Fethullah Gulen, Prime Minister Sherif Ismail said in
comments carried by the state news agency MENA, late on
Wednesday.
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Turkey has intelligence cleric Gulen could flee United States -justice minister
ISTANBUL, July 28 (Reuters) - Turkey is receiving
intelligence that the Muslim cleric it blames for orchestrating
a coup attempt this month could flee his residence in the United
States, Justice Minister Bekir Bozdag said on Thursday.
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intelligence that the Muslim cleric it blames for orchestrating
a coup attempt this month could flee his residence in the United
States, Justice Minister Bekir Bozdag said on Thursday.
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UPDATE 1-Avnet's $911 mln deal for UK's Premier Farnell trumps rival bid
* Premier Farnell shares up as much as 17.3 pct
(Adds details, background, Daetwyler comment, share movement)
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(Adds details, background, Daetwyler comment, share movement)
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UPDATE 1-JCDecaux to cut investments in Britain after Brexit vote
PARIS, July 28 (Reuters) - French outdoor advertising
company JCDecaux is planning to reduce investments in
Britain following the country's vote to leave the European
Union, its co-chief executive said on Thursday.
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company JCDecaux is planning to reduce investments in
Britain following the country's vote to leave the European
Union, its co-chief executive said on Thursday.
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UPDATE 1-Sony says to sell battery business to Murata Manufacturing
* Slowing demand for smartphones has weighed on Sony profits
(Adds details on deal, context)
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(Adds details on deal, context)
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UPDATE 1-Turkey coup and disruption prompts Thomas Cook to cut profit outlook
LONDON, July 28 (Reuters) - British travel company Thomas
Cook cut its full-year profit target on Thursday as the
Brexit-induced collapse in the pound, attacks in Europe and a
failed coup in Turkey forced customers to cancel holidays.
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Cook cut its full-year profit target on Thursday as the
Brexit-induced collapse in the pound, attacks in Europe and a
failed coup in Turkey forced customers to cancel holidays.
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Adidas raises 2016 forecast for a fourth time
FRANKFURT, July 28 (Reuters) - German sporting goods group
Adidas raised its 2016 guidance for a fourth time
this year after reporting a 21 percent jump in second-quarter
sales.
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Adidas raised its 2016 guidance for a fourth time
this year after reporting a 21 percent jump in second-quarter
sales.
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Wednesday, July 27, 2016
WRAPUP 15-In contrast to Trump, Obama lays out optimistic vision for U.S.
PHILADELPHIA, July 27 (Reuters) - President Barack Obama
painted an optimistic picture of America's future in a rousing
speech on Wednesday that offered full-hearted support to Hillary
Clinton in her campaign to defeat Republican Donald Trump and
become the first woman elected U.S. president.
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painted an optimistic picture of America's future in a rousing
speech on Wednesday that offered full-hearted support to Hillary
Clinton in her campaign to defeat Republican Donald Trump and
become the first woman elected U.S. president.
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S.Korea June dept store sales surge to over 5-yr high on MERS base effect
SEOUL, July 28 (Reuters) - South Korea's department store
sales accelerated to a more than five year high in June, trade
ministry data showed on Thursday, thanks to a weak comparison
base stemming from last year's Middle East Respiratory Syndrome
(MERS) outbreak.
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sales accelerated to a more than five year high in June, trade
ministry data showed on Thursday, thanks to a weak comparison
base stemming from last year's Middle East Respiratory Syndrome
(MERS) outbreak.
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Samsung Elec says Q2 profit up 18 pct vs year earlier
SEOUL, July 28 (Reuters) - South Korean tech giant Samsung
Electronics Co Ltd said on Thursday its
second-quarter operating profit rose 18 percent from a year
earlier to its best in more than two years, propelled by a
pickup in smartphone earnings.
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Electronics Co Ltd said on Thursday its
second-quarter operating profit rose 18 percent from a year
earlier to its best in more than two years, propelled by a
pickup in smartphone earnings.
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Brazil cites Olympic organizers over workers fixing athletes' village
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 27 (Reuters) - Brazil's labor ministry, following a surprise inspection, on Wednesday cited organizers of the upcoming Rio Olympics over labor conditions for about 600 temporary workers brought in to make repairs on housing for athletes.
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UPDATE 3-Oreo maker Mondelez fights North America biscuit rivals
CHICAGO, July 27 (Reuters) - Oreo maker Mondelez
International Inc is fighting back against aggressive
rivals in North America after its share of the biscuit market
there declined in the second quarter, the company said on
Wednesday.
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International Inc is fighting back against aggressive
rivals in North America after its share of the biscuit market
there declined in the second quarter, the company said on
Wednesday.
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WRAPUP 3-Turkey dismisses military, shuts media outlets as crackdown deepens
ANKARA/ISTANBUL, July 27 (Reuters) - Turkey on Wednesday
deepened a crackdown on suspected followers of a U.S.-based
cleric it blames for a failed coup, dismissing nearly 1,700
military personnel and shutting 131 media outlets, moves that
may spark more concern among its Western allies.
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deepened a crackdown on suspected followers of a U.S.-based
cleric it blames for a failed coup, dismissing nearly 1,700
military personnel and shutting 131 media outlets, moves that
may spark more concern among its Western allies.
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UPDATE 1-Turkish authorities dismiss military personnel, shut media outlets
ANKARA/ISTANBUL, July 27 (Reuters) - Turkey has dismissed
nearly 1,700 military personnel and closed more than 130 media
outlets, official sources said on Wednesday, amid a deepening
crackdown that has stirred alarm among Ankara's NATO allies
following this month's failed coup.
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nearly 1,700 military personnel and closed more than 130 media
outlets, official sources said on Wednesday, amid a deepening
crackdown that has stirred alarm among Ankara's NATO allies
following this month's failed coup.
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UPDATE 1-Facebook trumps estimates on blistering ad sales growth
July 27 (Reuters) - Facebook Inc's quarterly profit
and revenue blew past Wall Street estimates as the company's
hugely popular mobile app and a push into video attracted new
advertisers and encouraged existing ones to spend more.
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and revenue blew past Wall Street estimates as the company's
hugely popular mobile app and a push into video attracted new
advertisers and encouraged existing ones to spend more.
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Canada housing agency sees overvaluation signs in hot markets
OTTAWA, July 27 (Reuters) - Canada's housing market is
showing strong signs of overvaluation as prices have surged, the
federal housing agency said on Wednesday, as it raised its
assessment of problematic conditions in a quarterly report.
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showing strong signs of overvaluation as prices have surged, the
federal housing agency said on Wednesday, as it raised its
assessment of problematic conditions in a quarterly report.
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Turkish authorities dismiss military personnel, shut media outlets -CNN Turk
ANKARA, July 27 (Reuters) - Turkish authorities on Wednesday
announced the dismissal of more than 2,400 military personnel
and the closure of more than 130 media outlets, CNN Turk
reported, in a widening crackdown following this month's failed
coup attempt.
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announced the dismissal of more than 2,400 military personnel
and the closure of more than 130 media outlets, CNN Turk
reported, in a widening crackdown following this month's failed
coup attempt.
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UPDATE 1-Germany bomber influenced in chat by unknown person -minister
BERLIN, July 27 (Reuters) - A Syrian asylum seeker who blew
himself up in the southern German town of Ansbach on Sunday was
influenced by an unknown person in a chat conversation on his
mobile phone, Bavaria's Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann said
on Wednesday.
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himself up in the southern German town of Ansbach on Sunday was
influenced by an unknown person in a chat conversation on his
mobile phone, Bavaria's Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann said
on Wednesday.
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UPDATE 1-Suitcase filled with aerosols detonated near Nuremberg - German broadcaster
BERLIN, July 27 (Reuters) - An explosion went off around 200
metres (220 yards) from a reception centre for migrants in a
town close to Nuremberg on Wednesday, German broadcaster
Bayerischer Rundfunk said, adding that it was not yet known
whether there were any casualties.
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metres (220 yards) from a reception centre for migrants in a
town close to Nuremberg on Wednesday, German broadcaster
Bayerischer Rundfunk said, adding that it was not yet known
whether there were any casualties.
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WRAPUP 2-U.S. durable goods orders data points to weak business spending
WASHINGTON, July 27 (Reuters) - New orders for U.S.
manufactured capital goods rose less than expected in June amid
weak demand for machinery and a range of other goods, suggesting
a prolonged downturn in business spending.
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manufactured capital goods rose less than expected in June amid
weak demand for machinery and a range of other goods, suggesting
a prolonged downturn in business spending.
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YouTube star PewDiePie's firm rakes in $8 mln profit
STOCKHOLM, July 27 (Reuters) - YouTube video star
PewDiePie's company made 70 million crowns ($8.1 million) profit
in 2015, an annual report filed in Sweden showed, following
controversy over payments for video game promotion.
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PewDiePie's company made 70 million crowns ($8.1 million) profit
in 2015, an annual report filed in Sweden showed, following
controversy over payments for video game promotion.
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Daimler says battery advances make electric trucks viable
FRANKFURT, July 27 (Reuters) - Daimler has
unveiled an electric truck capable of transporting up to 25
tonnes, putting zero-emission vehicles on a par with
conventional-engine variants in terms of payload and
performance.
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unveiled an electric truck capable of transporting up to 25
tonnes, putting zero-emission vehicles on a par with
conventional-engine variants in terms of payload and
performance.
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U.S. pending home sales rise slightly in June
WASHINGTON, July 27 (Reuters) - Contracts to buy previously
owned U.S. homes rose far less than expected in June, another
sign that a lack of inventory is crimping activity despite
mortgage rates being at near-record lows.
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owned U.S. homes rose far less than expected in June, another
sign that a lack of inventory is crimping activity despite
mortgage rates being at near-record lows.
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Russia beefs up military on southwestern flank as NATO approaches
MOSCOW, July 27 (Reuters) - Russia has strengthened its
southwestern flank as NATO builds up its military presence near
its borders and next-door Ukraine remains unstable, Russian
Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Wednesday.
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southwestern flank as NATO builds up its military presence near
its borders and next-door Ukraine remains unstable, Russian
Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Wednesday.
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BUZZ-Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co: Q2 profit beats on cost cuts
July 27 (Reuters) - ** U.S. tire maker's shares
up 2.6 pct at $28.63, set to open at more than two-month high
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up 2.6 pct at $28.63, set to open at more than two-month high
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UPDATE 2-Hilton cuts 2016 RevPAR forecast for second time, shares slide
July 27 (Reuters) - Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc,
owner of the Waldorf Astoria and Conrad hotel brands, cut its
full-year forecast for revenue per available room (RevPAR) for
the second time amid slowing business travel.
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owner of the Waldorf Astoria and Conrad hotel brands, cut its
full-year forecast for revenue per available room (RevPAR) for
the second time amid slowing business travel.
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UPDATE 1-Comcast profit drops on film sales, beats Wall Street estimates
NEW YORK, July 27 (Reuters) - Comcast Corp
reported a 5 percent drop in quarterly profit on Wednesday, hurt
by lower film division sales, but managed to beat Wall Street
expectations due to growth in its business services and
high-speed internet units.
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reported a 5 percent drop in quarterly profit on Wednesday, hurt
by lower film division sales, but managed to beat Wall Street
expectations due to growth in its business services and
high-speed internet units.
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UPDATE 1-Mexican cement producer Cemex's profit jumps 16 pct
July 27 (Reuters) - Mexico's Cemex, one of the
world's largest cement producers, reported a jump in
second-quarter profit, boosted by sales in the United States and
Mexico.
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world's largest cement producers, reported a jump in
second-quarter profit, boosted by sales in the United States and
Mexico.
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REFILE-U.S. Powerball jackpot grows to $422 million, eighth largest ever
July 27 (Reuters) - The Powerball jackpot grew to $422
million before an 11 p.m. EDT drawing on Wednesday, making it
the eighth largest in the game's history and the 11th-biggest
lottery prize ever in the United States.
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million before an 11 p.m. EDT drawing on Wednesday, making it
the eighth largest in the game's history and the 11th-biggest
lottery prize ever in the United States.
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UPDATE 2-Capita says uncertainty rises post-Brexit; shares fall
* First-half underlying pretax profit up 8 percent
(Adds CEO, analyst comment; share movement)
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(Adds CEO, analyst comment; share movement)
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UPDATE 2-Bombings kill at least 14 in northeast Syria city, monitor says
BEIRUT, July 27 (Reuters) - Two bomb blasts hit the
northeastern Syrian city of Qamishli near the Turkish border on
Wednesday, killing at least 14 people and wounding dozens more,
a monitoring group said.
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northeastern Syrian city of Qamishli near the Turkish border on
Wednesday, killing at least 14 people and wounding dozens more,
a monitoring group said.
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AccorHotels buys concierge group John Paul in Airbnb response strategy
PARIS, July 27 (Reuters) - AccorHotels said on
Wednesday it had entered exclusive talks to buy concierge
service provider John Paul, further beefing up its response to
the challenges of Airbnb.
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Wednesday it had entered exclusive talks to buy concierge
service provider John Paul, further beefing up its response to
the challenges of Airbnb.
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UPDATE 1-Nintendo in wider-than-expected Q1 loss, but hopes high for Pokemon GO
TOKYO, July 27 (Reuters) - Japan's Nintendo Co Ltd
booked an operating loss in the first quarter, hurt by
unfavourable currency rates although hopes for long-term growth
are running high on the worldwide success of Pokemon GO.
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booked an operating loss in the first quarter, hurt by
unfavourable currency rates although hopes for long-term growth
are running high on the worldwide success of Pokemon GO.
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Mitsubishi Motors' Q1 profit tumbles 75 pct after mileage-cheating scandal
TOKYO, July 27 (Reuters) - Mitsubishi Motors Corp
on Wednesday reported a 75 percent plunge in first-quarter
operating profit as domestic sales slumped after it admitted to
overstating the fuel economy of some of its vehicles.
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on Wednesday reported a 75 percent plunge in first-quarter
operating profit as domestic sales slumped after it admitted to
overstating the fuel economy of some of its vehicles.
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ITV sees ad revenues ahead of market view, to cut costs
LONDON, July 27 (Reuters) - ITV said it expected its
key net advertising revenue to slip around 1 percent in the
first nine months of the year, ahead of analyst expectations,
and said it would trim costs to prepare for economic challenges
ahead.
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key net advertising revenue to slip around 1 percent in the
first nine months of the year, ahead of analyst expectations,
and said it would trim costs to prepare for economic challenges
ahead.
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UPDATE 1-ITV sees ad revenues ahead of market view, to cut costs
LONDON, July 27 (Reuters) - ITV said it expected its
key net advertising revenue to slip around 1 percent in the
first nine months of the year, ahead of analyst expectations, as
the British broadcaster coped better than other media with the
volatility hitting ad markets.
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key net advertising revenue to slip around 1 percent in the
first nine months of the year, ahead of analyst expectations, as
the British broadcaster coped better than other media with the
volatility hitting ad markets.
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Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Apple CEO touts future technology amid iPhone worries
SAN FRANCISCO, July 26 (Reuters) - As iPhone sales declined
for the second straight quarter, Apple CEO Tim Cook peeled back
the curtain ever so slightly on its work in artificial
intelligence and augmented reality, aiming to reassure investors
that the company is ready to ride the next wave of technology.
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for the second straight quarter, Apple CEO Tim Cook peeled back
the curtain ever so slightly on its work in artificial
intelligence and augmented reality, aiming to reassure investors
that the company is ready to ride the next wave of technology.
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UPDATE 4-Apple sells more iPhones than expected, shares jump after hours
July 26 (Reuters) - Apple Inc sold more iPhones
than Wall Street expected in the third quarter and estimated its
revenue in the current period would top many analysts' targets,
soothing fears that demand for the company's most important
product had hit a wall.
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than Wall Street expected in the third quarter and estimated its
revenue in the current period would top many analysts' targets,
soothing fears that demand for the company's most important
product had hit a wall.
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RPT-Losing the X-factor: Hyundai fumbles in U.S. as former hit car Elantra stalls
SEOUL, July 27 (Reuters) - At last February's Super Bowl,
Hyundai Motor hired 'X-Men' movie star Ryan Reynolds
for an ad plugging the new version of its Elantra sedan. Not in
the script: a slide in first-half sales of the South Korean
automaker's U.S. mainstay.
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Hyundai Motor hired 'X-Men' movie star Ryan Reynolds
for an ad plugging the new version of its Elantra sedan. Not in
the script: a slide in first-half sales of the South Korean
automaker's U.S. mainstay.
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UPDATE 2-Tesla's Musk says master plan will require capital raise
SPARKS, Nevada, July 26 (Reuters) - Tesla Motors Inc's
"master plan" to broaden the electric vehicle maker's
product line could cost "tens of billions" of dollars over time
and would likely require a "modest capital raise", Chief
Executive Elon Musk said on Tuesday.
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"master plan" to broaden the electric vehicle maker's
product line could cost "tens of billions" of dollars over time
and would likely require a "modest capital raise", Chief
Executive Elon Musk said on Tuesday.
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LG Display says to invest $1.75 bln to boost OLED display production
SEOUL, July 27 (Reuters) - South Korea's LG Display Co Ltd
said on Wednesday it will invest 1.99 trillion won
($1.75 billion) to build a new small- to medium-sized organic
light-emitting diode (OLED) display production line in South
Korea.
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said on Wednesday it will invest 1.99 trillion won
($1.75 billion) to build a new small- to medium-sized organic
light-emitting diode (OLED) display production line in South
Korea.
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UPDATE 2-Democrats beat Republicans in first night TV convention audience
NEW YORK, July 26 (Reuters) - Democrats beat Republicans in
U.S. television ratings, according to Nielsen data released on
Tuesday for the first night of the Democratic National
Convention.
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U.S. television ratings, according to Nielsen data released on
Tuesday for the first night of the Democratic National
Convention.
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UPDATE 3-Twitter reports slowest quarterly revenue growth since IPO
SAN FRANCISCO/BENGALURU, July 26 (Reuters) - Twitter Inc
reported its slowest growth in quarterly revenue since
going public in 2013 and frustrated investors yet again with a
disappointing outlook for the current quarter.
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reported its slowest growth in quarterly revenue since
going public in 2013 and frustrated investors yet again with a
disappointing outlook for the current quarter.
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Twitter reports slowest quarterly revenue growth since IPO
July 26 (Reuters) - Twitter Inc reported its
slowest growth in quarterly revenue since going public in 2013
as the company faces intensifying competition from fast-growing
competitors such as Snapchat and Instagram.
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slowest growth in quarterly revenue since going public in 2013
as the company faces intensifying competition from fast-growing
competitors such as Snapchat and Instagram.
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Apple sells more iPhones than expected in third quarter
July 26 (Reuters) - Apple Inc's iPhone sales fell
for the second straight quarter, although the 15 percent drop
was less than feared.
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for the second straight quarter, although the 15 percent drop
was less than feared.
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UPDATE 1-Democrats beat Republicans in first night TV convention audience
NEW YORK, July 26 (Reuters) - Democrats beat Republicans in
the TV ratings for the first night of the Democratic National
Convention, according to early data on Tuesday.
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the TV ratings for the first night of the Democratic National
Convention, according to early data on Tuesday.
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UPDATE 1-China's LeEco to buy U.S. TV maker Vizio for $2 bln
July 26 (Reuters) - China's Le Holdings Co Ltd,
also known as LeEco, said on Tuesday it would buy U.S. consumer
electronics company Vizio Inc for $2 billion.
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also known as LeEco, said on Tuesday it would buy U.S. consumer
electronics company Vizio Inc for $2 billion.
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Beyonce dominates MTV video nominations, Taylor Swift shut out
NEW YORK, July 26 (Reuters) - Beyonce's critically-praised
visual album "Lemonade" on Tuesday earned the R&B singer a
career-best 11 nominations for the MTV Video Music Awards, in a
list that included multiple nods for Adele and rapper Kanye West
but nothing for Taylor Swift.
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visual album "Lemonade" on Tuesday earned the R&B singer a
career-best 11 nominations for the MTV Video Music Awards, in a
list that included multiple nods for Adele and rapper Kanye West
but nothing for Taylor Swift.
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China's LeEco to buy U.S. electronics company Vizio for $2 bln
July 26 (Reuters) - Chinese mobile phone maker Le Holdings
Co Ltd, also known as LeEco, said it would buy U.S. consumer
electronics company Vizio Inc for $2 billion.
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Co Ltd, also known as LeEco, said it would buy U.S. consumer
electronics company Vizio Inc for $2 billion.
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Amazon launches Prime loyalty program in India
July 26 (Reuters) - Amazon.com launched its popular
Prime loyalty program in India on Tuesday, three years after its
entry into the world's second-most populous country.
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Prime loyalty program in India on Tuesday, three years after its
entry into the world's second-most populous country.
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U.S. report says Tesla driver speeding in fatal Autopilot crash
WASHINGTON, July 26 (Reuters) - A driver killed on May 7 in
a crash in a Tesla using the car's Autopilot software was
speeding, the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board said on
Tuesday in its preliminary findings.
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a crash in a Tesla using the car's Autopilot software was
speeding, the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board said on
Tuesday in its preliminary findings.
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UPDATE 1-LVMH says underlying profitability flat in first half
PARIS, July 26 (Reuters) - French luxury group LVMH
on Tuesday posted flat underlying profit growth on the
back of a 3 percent rise in first-half revenue, driven by solid
demand in the United States and improved trading in Asia.
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on Tuesday posted flat underlying profit growth on the
back of a 3 percent rise in first-half revenue, driven by solid
demand in the United States and improved trading in Asia.
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UPDATE 4-Verizon posts subscriber gain shortfall, says Yahoo to fuel media push
July 26 (Reuters) - Verizon Communications Inc
disappointed Wall Street on Tuesday by reporting a
smaller-than-expected subscriber gain for its main wireless
business, and its CEO gave few details about plans to increase
revenue from its planned purchase of Yahoo Inc's
internet assets.
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disappointed Wall Street on Tuesday by reporting a
smaller-than-expected subscriber gain for its main wireless
business, and its CEO gave few details about plans to increase
revenue from its planned purchase of Yahoo Inc's
internet assets.
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UPDATE 1-Mobileye shares sink on news Tesla contract won't be extended
BENGALURU/DETROIT, July 26 (Reuters) - A widening rift
between electric vehicle maker Tesla Motors Inc and
Mobileye NV sent shares of the Israeli maker of
driving-assistance chips and software plunging on Tuesday.
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between electric vehicle maker Tesla Motors Inc and
Mobileye NV sent shares of the Israeli maker of
driving-assistance chips and software plunging on Tuesday.
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European shares propped up by healthcare and consumer stocks
MILAN/LONDON, July 26 (Reuters) - Gains in major healthcare
and consumer goods stocks propped up European equities on
Tuesday, offsetting persistent concerns over the region's
banking system.
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and consumer goods stocks propped up European equities on
Tuesday, offsetting persistent concerns over the region's
banking system.
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NRF raises 2016 retail sales forecast, cites higher spending
July 26 (Reuters) - The National Retail Federation (NRF)
raised its annual sales forecast for the U.S. retail industry,
citing higher consumer spending due to improving housing market,
more jobs and better wages.
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raised its annual sales forecast for the U.S. retail industry,
citing higher consumer spending due to improving housing market,
more jobs and better wages.
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UPDATE 2-Orange shares fall as French mobile price war intensifies
PARIS, July 26 (Reuters) - Orange shares fell on
Tuesday after second-quarter results from France's leading
telecoms operator highlighted pressure on profitability stemming
from a price war in the company's home mobile market.
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Tuesday after second-quarter results from France's leading
telecoms operator highlighted pressure on profitability stemming
from a price war in the company's home mobile market.
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UPDATE 1-McDonald's comparable sales growth misses estimates
July 26 (Reuters) - McDonald's Corp reported much
lower-than-expected quarterly sales growth at established
restaurants in the United States and the burger chain said it
faced "a challenging environment in several key markets."
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lower-than-expected quarterly sales growth at established
restaurants in the United States and the burger chain said it
faced "a challenging environment in several key markets."
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UPDATE 1-EU accepts Paramount's concessions over movie licensing
BRUSSELS, July 26 (Reuters) - EU antitrust regulators on
Tuesday accepted Paramount Pictures' concessions to end
anti-competitive movie-licensing deals with British pay-TV group
Sky UK, but said the case against five other Hollywood
studios would continue.
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Tuesday accepted Paramount Pictures' concessions to end
anti-competitive movie-licensing deals with British pay-TV group
Sky UK, but said the case against five other Hollywood
studios would continue.
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Two Hong Kong magazine executives jailed in China - lawyer
HONG KONG, July 26 (Reuters) - Two men who held senior
positions at Hong Kong political magazines were jailed in China
on Tuesday for illegal business operations, bribery and
bid-rigging, a lawyer said.
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positions at Hong Kong political magazines were jailed in China
on Tuesday for illegal business operations, bribery and
bid-rigging, a lawyer said.
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UPDATE 4-Priest killed in French church before police shoot dead hostage-takers
PARIS, July 26 (Reuters) - Two attackers killed a priest
with a blade and seriously wounded another hostage in a church
in northern France on Tuesday before being shot dead by French
police.
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with a blade and seriously wounded another hostage in a church
in northern France on Tuesday before being shot dead by French
police.
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UPDATE 1-UK engineer GKN sticks to 2016 forecast, to cut costs
LONDON, July 26 (Reuters) - British engineer GKN is
sticking to a forecast for 2016 to show good growth, shrugging
off uncertainty caused by the Brexit vote, and will cut 30
million pounds ($39 million) of costs to help stay competitive,
it said on Tuesday.
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sticking to a forecast for 2016 to show good growth, shrugging
off uncertainty caused by the Brexit vote, and will cut 30
million pounds ($39 million) of costs to help stay competitive,
it said on Tuesday.
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REFILE-Britain's FTSE boosted by BT and GKN
LONDON, July 26 (Reuters) - UK shares opened in positive
territory on Tuesday, driven by gains in engineering firm GKN
and BT, though UK housebuilders fell after a
series of price target cuts.
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territory on Tuesday, driven by gains in engineering firm GKN
and BT, though UK housebuilders fell after a
series of price target cuts.
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UPDATE 1-No immediate Brexit impact on UK grocery sales, prices - Kantar Worldpanel
(Adds detail, table, background)
LONDON, July 26 (Reuters) - Britain's decision to quit the
European Union in last month's referendum has not had an
immediate impact on grocery prices or the volume of goods sold,
according to industry data published on Tuesday.
Following the "Brexit" vote on June 23, several surveys have
indicated a sharp drop in UK consumer confidence. However, there
is little evidence that has translated into lower spending.
Market researcher Kantar Worldpanel s
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McDonald's seeks franchise partners for Singapore, Malaysia stores
HONG KONG/SINGAPORE, July 26 (Reuters) - McDonald's Corp
said it is seeking franchise partners for its
restaurants in Malaysia and Singapore as part of its move to
away from direct ownership and operation in Asia.
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said it is seeking franchise partners for its
restaurants in Malaysia and Singapore as part of its move to
away from direct ownership and operation in Asia.
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UPDATE 1-Ladbrokes, Coral must sell stores to get merger cleared - UK regulator
LONDON, July 25 (Reuters) - Bookmakers Ladbrokes and
Gala Coral must sell around 350 to 400 shops in order to obtain
clearance for their proposed merger, Britain's competition
regulator said on Tuesday.
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Gala Coral must sell around 350 to 400 shops in order to obtain
clearance for their proposed merger, Britain's competition
regulator said on Tuesday.
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Monday, July 25, 2016
Faurecia lifts 2016 profit guidance, confirms sales outlook
PARIS, July 26 (Reuters) - French car parts supplier
raised its full-year guidance on profit and cash
generation after reporting a stronger first-half performance in
Europe.
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raised its full-year guidance on profit and cash
generation after reporting a stronger first-half performance in
Europe.
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UPDATE 1-Hyundai Motor posts 10th straight profit drop, warns H2 could be tough
SEOUL, July 26 (Reuters) - South Korean automaker Hyundai
Motor slipped to its 10th straight profit drop in
the second quarter as it soaked up stiff competition and
shrinking demand for its mainstay sedans in United States and at
home.
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Motor slipped to its 10th straight profit drop in
the second quarter as it soaked up stiff competition and
shrinking demand for its mainstay sedans in United States and at
home.
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UPDATE 1-China internet regulator fines websites over reporting -media
SHANGHAI, July 26 (Reuters) - China's internet regulator has
fined several websites for violating internet publication rules
and ordered them to "rectify" pages that ran news stories based
on their own reporting, state media has reported.
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fined several websites for violating internet publication rules
and ordered them to "rectify" pages that ran news stories based
on their own reporting, state media has reported.
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Amazon gets permission from UK to explore drone deliveries
July 25 (Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc said on Monday
it has entered into a partnership with the British government to
speed up the process for allowing small drones to makes
deliveries.
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it has entered into a partnership with the British government to
speed up the process for allowing small drones to makes
deliveries.
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UPDATE 2-Olympics-Australia hails quick fix of problems in athletes' Village
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 25 (Reuters) - Australia's Olympic delegation in Rio de Janeiro said on Monday organizers had made "fantastic" progress in fixing problems with unfinished housing at the athletes' village, after complaints from several countries about shoddy electricity and plumbing.
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Secret 'Blair Witch' sequel unveiled at Comic-Con
LOS ANGELES, July 25 (Reuters) - Participants at Comic-Con
that went into a screening for upcoming horror movie "The
Woods," last week were surprised to come out from the movie
having watched the sequel to the 1999 found-footage horror film
hit, "The Blair Witch Project."
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that went into a screening for upcoming horror movie "The
Woods," last week were surprised to come out from the movie
having watched the sequel to the 1999 found-footage horror film
hit, "The Blair Witch Project."
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Short sellers flock to Nintendo as Pokemon aura fades
SAN FRANCISCO, July 25 (Reuters) - Bets that shares of
videogame maker Nintendo will fall have quadrupled in
the past week following a major rally sparked by the wild
popularity of its Pokemon GO smartphone game.
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videogame maker Nintendo will fall have quadrupled in
the past week following a major rally sparked by the wild
popularity of its Pokemon GO smartphone game.
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UN body overturns rejection, accredits press freedom watchdog
UNITED NATIONS, July 25 (Reuters) - The New York-based
Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) was granted consultative
status at the United Nations on Monday after the U.N. Economic
and Social Council overturned an earlier decision rejecting the
press freedom watchdog's application.
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Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) was granted consultative
status at the United Nations on Monday after the U.N. Economic
and Social Council overturned an earlier decision rejecting the
press freedom watchdog's application.
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Wall St expects big helping of earnings from restaurants
SAN FRANCISCO, July 25 (Reuters) - Wall Street is expecting
a solid helping of earnings from McDonald's and other
restaurant operators that are preparing to serve up quarterly
results over the next few days.
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a solid helping of earnings from McDonald's and other
restaurant operators that are preparing to serve up quarterly
results over the next few days.
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UPDATE 1-British Columbia imposes 15 pct property transfer tax on foreign home buyers
VANCOUVER, July 25 (Reuters) - British Columbia introduced a
new property transfer tax on Monday requiring foreign nationals
and foreign-controlled corporations that buy residential real
estate in the Metro Vancouver area to pay an extra 15 percent
transfer tax rate.
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new property transfer tax on Monday requiring foreign nationals
and foreign-controlled corporations that buy residential real
estate in the Metro Vancouver area to pay an extra 15 percent
transfer tax rate.
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UPDATE 1-Luxottica cuts 2016 outlook as U.S. weakness hits profit
* Policy to limit advertised discounts of Ray Ban weighed
(Adds comments from conference call)
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(Adds comments from conference call)
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Canadian woman fires pellet gun at Pokemon GO players
TORONTO, July 25 (Reuters) - A Canadian woman has been
charged after she allegedly fired a pellet gun at Pokemon GO
players from the rooftop of a Toronto-area home, local police
said on Monday.
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charged after she allegedly fired a pellet gun at Pokemon GO
players from the rooftop of a Toronto-area home, local police
said on Monday.
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Olympics-Australian team plans to move into Rio's Olympic Village on Wednesday
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 25 (Reuters) - The head of Australia's Olympics delegation in Rio de Janeiro said on Monday that organizers had made "fantastic" progress in addressing concerns over unfinished housing at the games and that the team expects to move in Wednesday.
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Streaming activity helps keep Drake's 'Views' atop Billboard 200
LOS ANGELES, July 25 (Reuters) - Strong streaming activity
helped keep Canadian R&B artist Drake at the top of the weekly
U.S. Billboard 200 album chart on Monday for an 11th
non-consecutive week.
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helped keep Canadian R&B artist Drake at the top of the weekly
U.S. Billboard 200 album chart on Monday for an 11th
non-consecutive week.
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Starbucks shuffles management as it rolls out new store concepts
July 25 (Reuters) - Starbucks Corp on Monday said
it was tweaking its management structure as part of a long-range
growth strategy that includes opening new retail concepts,
including upscale coffee shops and bakery outlets.
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it was tweaking its management structure as part of a long-range
growth strategy that includes opening new retail concepts,
including upscale coffee shops and bakery outlets.
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RPT-Turkish coup trial to be held where army once flexed its muscles
ISTANBUL, July 25 (Reuters) - Officers accused of staging a
failed coup in Turkey will stand trial in an Ankara district
laden with symbolism for the country's recent history - the
scene of an army show of strength before a "post-modern coup"
ousted its first Islamist-led government in 1997.
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failed coup in Turkey will stand trial in an Ankara district
laden with symbolism for the country's recent history - the
scene of an army show of strength before a "post-modern coup"
ousted its first Islamist-led government in 1997.
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WRAPUP 3-Turkey detains 42 journalists in crackdown as Europe sounds alarm
ISTANBUL, July 25 (Reuters) - Turkey ordered the detention
of 42 journalists on Monday, broadcaster NTV reported, under a
crackdown following a failed coup that has targeted more than
60,000 people, drawing fire from the European Union.
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of 42 journalists on Monday, broadcaster NTV reported, under a
crackdown following a failed coup that has targeted more than
60,000 people, drawing fire from the European Union.
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Germany orders increased police presence after spate of attacks
BERLIN, July 25 (Reuters) - Germany will boost its police
presence at airports and train stations and carry out stop and
search operations close to border areas, Interior Minister
Thomas de Maiziere said on Monday, after four violent attacks in
less than a week.
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presence at airports and train stations and carry out stop and
search operations close to border areas, Interior Minister
Thomas de Maiziere said on Monday, after four violent attacks in
less than a week.
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Turkish coup trial to be held where army once flexed its muscles
ISTANBUL, July 25 (Reuters) - Officers accused of staging a
failed coup in Turkey will stand trial in an Ankara district
laden with symbolism for the country's recent history - the
scene of an army show of strength before a "post-modern coup"
ousted its first Islamist-led government in 1997.
Read more
failed coup in Turkey will stand trial in an Ankara district
laden with symbolism for the country's recent history - the
scene of an army show of strength before a "post-modern coup"
ousted its first Islamist-led government in 1997.
Read more
UPDATE 1-Bangladesh police investigate death of 10-year-old child worker
DHAKA, July 25 (Reuters) - Police in Bangladesh are
investigating the death of a 10-year-old boy at a textile mill
who was killed after co-workers inserted the nozzle of a
high-pressure air pump in his rectum and turned it on.
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investigating the death of a 10-year-old boy at a textile mill
who was killed after co-workers inserted the nozzle of a
high-pressure air pump in his rectum and turned it on.
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UPDATE 1-Verizon to buy Yahoo's core business for $4.83 billion
July 25 (Reuters) - Verizon Communications Inc said
Monday it would buy Yahoo Inc's core internet
properties for $4.83 billion in cash to expand its digital
advertising and media business, in a deal that ends a lengthy
sale process for the fading Web pioneer.
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Monday it would buy Yahoo Inc's core internet
properties for $4.83 billion in cash to expand its digital
advertising and media business, in a deal that ends a lengthy
sale process for the fading Web pioneer.
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UK PM May concerned by lawmakers' damning report on BHS
LONDON, July 25 (Reuters) - A damning report by British
lawmakers on the role of retail tycoon Philip Green in the
demise of department store chain BHS is "clearly concerning", a
spokeswoman for Prime Minister Theresa May said on Monday.
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lawmakers on the role of retail tycoon Philip Green in the
demise of department store chain BHS is "clearly concerning", a
spokeswoman for Prime Minister Theresa May said on Monday.
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Mozambique closes in on huge gas deal after years of delays
JOHANNESBURG, July 25 (Reuters) - Mozambique's long-delayed
offshore gas project with Italy's Eni could be approved
within months, sources close to the deal said, sparking
investments with the potential to transform one of the world's
poorest countries into a major energy player.
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offshore gas project with Italy's Eni could be approved
within months, sources close to the deal said, sparking
investments with the potential to transform one of the world's
poorest countries into a major energy player.
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SoftBank's robot Pepper to be rolled out in Taiwan later this year
TAIPEI, July 25 (Reuters) - SoftBank Corp's
human-like robot Pepper will be rolled out in Taiwan later this
year with about 100 rented units making their appearance in some
banks and Carrefour SA shops, executives handling
Pepper's sales in the island said on Monday.
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human-like robot Pepper will be rolled out in Taiwan later this
year with about 100 rented units making their appearance in some
banks and Carrefour SA shops, executives handling
Pepper's sales in the island said on Monday.
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China internet regulator fines websites over reporting
SHANGHAI, July 25 (Reuters) - China's internet regulator has
fined several websites for violating internet publication rules
and ordered them to "rectify" pages that ran news stories based
on their own reporting, state media reported on Monday.
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fined several websites for violating internet publication rules
and ordered them to "rectify" pages that ran news stories based
on their own reporting, state media reported on Monday.
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Turkey issues detention warrant for 42 journalists -NTV
ISTANBUL, July 25 (Reuters) - Turkish authorities issued
warrants for the detention of 42 journalists on Monday, private
broadcaster NTV reported, the latest in a widening crackdown
that followed a failed coup by the military.
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warrants for the detention of 42 journalists on Monday, private
broadcaster NTV reported, the latest in a widening crackdown
that followed a failed coup by the military.
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BT willing to give greater autonomy to Openreach unit-chairman
LONDON, July 25 (Reuters) - BT is willing to give
more autonomy to its Openreach network division, creating an
independent board with a greater say over investment, its
chairman said on Monday ahead of a decision on whether it should
be broken up.
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more autonomy to its Openreach network division, creating an
independent board with a greater say over investment, its
chairman said on Monday ahead of a decision on whether it should
be broken up.
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Sunday, July 24, 2016
UPDATE 3-One dead, 12 injured in blast near Nuremberg, Germany -police
BERLIN, July 25 (Reuters) - An explosion killed at least one
person and injured 12 others near the German city of Nuremberg
on Sunday and authorities said it was believed to be
intentional.
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person and injured 12 others near the German city of Nuremberg
on Sunday and authorities said it was believed to be
intentional.
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Japanese fantasy world fever grips young Cubans
HAVANA, July 24 (Reuters) - Cuba may be one of the world's
least connected countries but that is not stopping the Japanese
subculture of animated movies, manga comics and video games from
spreading feverishly among its youth.
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least connected countries but that is not stopping the Japanese
subculture of animated movies, manga comics and video games from
spreading feverishly among its youth.
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Olympics-Refugees primed to pump up Games feel-good factor
BERLIN, July 25 (Reuters) - When record Olympic champion Michael Phelps and the king of sprinting Usain Bolt resume their hunt for world records and gold medals at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics next month they will not be the only big stories in town.
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Golf-Facing Rio no-shows, golf looks to emerging market growth
July 25 (Reuters) - Golf's return to the Olympics after 112 years may not be as triumphant as many in the sport hoped.
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UPDATE 2-One dead, 10 injured in explosion near Nuremberg, Germany -police
BERLIN, July 25 (Reuters) - One person was killed and 10
were injured in an explosion that occurred late on Sunday in
Ansbach, near the German city of Nuremberg, a police spokesman
said.
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were injured in an explosion that occurred late on Sunday in
Ansbach, near the German city of Nuremberg, a police spokesman
said.
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Philip Green alone responsible for BHS collapse - UK lawmakers
LONDON, July 25 (Reuters) - Retail tycoon Philip Green's
greed and disregard for corporate governance led to the demise
of BHS and the loss of 11,000 jobs, a joint parliamentary
committee said, calling the collapse of the British stores group
"the unacceptable face of capitalism."
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greed and disregard for corporate governance led to the demise
of BHS and the loss of 11,000 jobs, a joint parliamentary
committee said, calling the collapse of the British stores group
"the unacceptable face of capitalism."
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More Chinese buyers enquire about UK property after Brexit vote
July 25 (Reuters) - Interest among Chinese buyers in buying
UK property has surged since Britain voted to leave the European
Union last month, as the pound's slide has created opportunities
to buy at a discount, real estate website juwai.com said on
Monday.
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UK property has surged since Britain voted to leave the European
Union last month, as the pound's slide has created opportunities
to buy at a discount, real estate website juwai.com said on
Monday.
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Olympics-Rio scrambles to be ready as athletes, soldiers arrive
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 24 (Reuters) - Tens of thousands of armed troops fanned out across Rio de Janeiro and local organizers faced a rebellion by Australia about unfinished living accommodations as athletes began to move in Sunday for the first Olympics ever in South America.
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Box Office: 'Star Trek Beyond' Racks Up Solid $59.6 Million, 'Lights Out' Scores
LOS ANGELES, July 24(Variety.com) - "Star Trek Beyond"
debuted to a solid $59.6 million this weekend, signaling that
after six television series, 13 movies, and 50 years in the pop
culture conversation, there's still life left in one of
Hollywood's most durable franchises.
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debuted to a solid $59.6 million this weekend, signaling that
after six television series, 13 movies, and 50 years in the pop
culture conversation, there's still life left in one of
Hollywood's most durable franchises.
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MIDEAST STOCKS-Gulf retreats as oil's fall outweighs Q2 earnings
DUBAI, July 24 (Reuters) - Gulf stock markets declined on
Sunday as sharp falls in oil prices late last week outweighed a
few positive corporate earnings in Saudi Arabia.
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Sunday as sharp falls in oil prices late last week outweighed a
few positive corporate earnings in Saudi Arabia.
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Philippine president gives order to free up information
MANILA, July 24 (Reuters) - Philippine President Rodrigo
Duterte has ordered all agencies directly under his watch to
open their records to the public as part of his promise to crack
down on corruption and promote transparency in government.
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Duterte has ordered all agencies directly under his watch to
open their records to the public as part of his promise to crack
down on corruption and promote transparency in government.
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UPDATE 1-888 and Rank Group join forces to bid for William Hill
LONDON, July 24 (Reuters) - Online gambling group 888
Holdings and casino operator Rank Group are
joining forces with a view to making a bid for William Hill
, the British bookmaker that fired its chief executive on
Thursday for losing ground online to rivals.
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Holdings and casino operator Rank Group are
joining forces with a view to making a bid for William Hill
, the British bookmaker that fired its chief executive on
Thursday for losing ground online to rivals.
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Marvel serves star-studded surprises at Comic-Con for new film slate
SAN DIEGO, Calif., July 23 (Reuters) - Amid fog and lasers
on Saturday, Marvel gave frenzied fans at Comic-Con their first
look at a new Black Panther movie cast, the mysterious Doctor
Strange, a Spider-Man teen movie and an Oscar-winning actress as
the new Captain Marvel.
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on Saturday, Marvel gave frenzied fans at Comic-Con their first
look at a new Black Panther movie cast, the mysterious Doctor
Strange, a Spider-Man teen movie and an Oscar-winning actress as
the new Captain Marvel.
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Saturday, July 23, 2016
Veteran Mexican drug lord says he didn't kill DEA agent
MEXICO CITY, July 23 (Reuters) - Veteran drug lord Rafael
Caro Quintero denied carrying out one of the most notorious
murders in Mexico's narco wars -- the killing of U.S. anti-drugs
agent Enrique "Kike" Camarena in 1985 -- and said he was no
longer involved in drug trafficking.
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Caro Quintero denied carrying out one of the most notorious
murders in Mexico's narco wars -- the killing of U.S. anti-drugs
agent Enrique "Kike" Camarena in 1985 -- and said he was no
longer involved in drug trafficking.
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Apple weathers anti-U.S. demo in China, where patriotic protests snowball
HONG KONG, July 24 (Reuters) - Apple Inc found
itself on the receiving end of a small, short-lived anti-U.S.
protest this week in China, the tech firm's biggest overseas
market and a country where foreign firms have suffered damaging
boycotts following international spats.
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itself on the receiving end of a small, short-lived anti-U.S.
protest this week in China, the tech firm's biggest overseas
market and a country where foreign firms have suffered damaging
boycotts following international spats.
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Magic lights up Warner Bros' Comic-Con panel, superheroes reign
SAN DIEGO, Calif., July 23 (Reuters) - Oscar-winning actor
Eddie Redmayne brought the wizarding world of "Harry Potter" to
real life briefly on Saturday, as he helped hand out wooden
wands to the 6,500-plus audience at a Comic-Con panel and made
everyone perform a spell.
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Eddie Redmayne brought the wizarding world of "Harry Potter" to
real life briefly on Saturday, as he helped hand out wooden
wands to the 6,500-plus audience at a Comic-Con panel and made
everyone perform a spell.
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Black Lives Matter protest Rio police violence ahead of Olympics
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 23 (Reuters) - American activists from the Black Lives Matter movement marched with Brazilian partners through central Rio de Janeiro on Saturday, to protest police violence before the city hosts the first-ever Olympics in South America next month.
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UPDATE 1-Gunmen in Armenia release last hostages, demand president's resignation
YEREVAN, July 23 (Reuters) - Armed men holed up for almost a
week at a police station in the Armenian capital refused to lay
down their weapons after freeing their last four hostages on
Saturday, instead demanding the resignation of President Serzh
Sarksyan.
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week at a police station in the Armenian capital refused to lay
down their weapons after freeing their last four hostages on
Saturday, instead demanding the resignation of President Serzh
Sarksyan.
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FBI led Brazil to suspected militants mulling Olympic attack -prosecutor
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 23 (Reuters) - The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation gave Brazil the tip that led to arrests this week of 11 suspected militants who had discussed a possible attack on the upcoming Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, according to a Brazilian prosecutor.
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UPDATE 1-CEO says Audi plans three electric car models by 2020 - paper
* Source says Audi cuts budgets for external development
(Adds comments on fuel cell car, technical development chief
comment, source on external development projects)
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(Adds comments on fuel cell car, technical development chief
comment, source on external development projects)
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CEO says Audi plans three electric car models by 2020 - paper
FRANKFURT, July 23 (Reuters) - Audi aims to have three
electric car models by 2020 and for electric vehicles to account
for 25 to 30 percent of its sales by 2025, Chief Executive
Rupert Stadler told a German newspaper.
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electric car models by 2020 and for electric vehicles to account
for 25 to 30 percent of its sales by 2025, Chief Executive
Rupert Stadler told a German newspaper.
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'Game of Thrones' cast tight-lipped at Comic-Con; Hodor steals spotlight
SAN DIEGO, Calif., July 22 (Reuters) - There is no shortage
of gruesome, tragic deaths in HBO's hit medieval fantasy series
"Game of Thrones," but the demise of the show's friendly giant
Hodor last season still affected the crowd at a Comic-Con panel
on Friday, as they loudly cheered his name.
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of gruesome, tragic deaths in HBO's hit medieval fantasy series
"Game of Thrones," but the demise of the show's friendly giant
Hodor last season still affected the crowd at a Comic-Con panel
on Friday, as they loudly cheered his name.
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Friday, July 22, 2016
UPDATE 2-Trump acceptance speech ratings fall short of record
LOS ANGELES, July 22 (Reuters) - Donald Trump's 75-minute
acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention
attracted a bigger U.S. television audience than the same event
four years ago but failed to match the all-time record,
according to Nielsen data released on Friday.
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acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention
attracted a bigger U.S. television audience than the same event
four years ago but failed to match the all-time record,
according to Nielsen data released on Friday.
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UPDATE 1-Fiat Chrysler recalling 410,000 vehicles
WASHINGTON, July 22 (Reuters) - Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV
said on Friday it is recalling nearly 410,000 vehicles
worldwide because of a defect that can lead to a loss of
propulsion.
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said on Friday it is recalling nearly 410,000 vehicles
worldwide because of a defect that can lead to a loss of
propulsion.
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Fiat Chrysler recalling 410,000 vehicles
WASHINGTON, July 22 (Reuters) - Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV
said on Friday it is recalling nearly 410,000 vehicles
worldwide because of a defect that can lead to a loss of
propulsion.
Read more
said on Friday it is recalling nearly 410,000 vehicles
worldwide because of a defect that can lead to a loss of
propulsion.
Read more
REFILE-UPDATE 1-S&P 500 companies start facing up to the potential Brexit costs
SAN FRANCISCO/NEW YORK, July 22 (Reuters) - U.S. companies,
facing investors in their first profit reporting season since
Great Britain voted to leave the European Union, are broadly
conceding that the so-called "Brexit" could weigh on earnings.
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facing investors in their first profit reporting season since
Great Britain voted to leave the European Union, are broadly
conceding that the so-called "Brexit" could weigh on earnings.
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Islamic State supporters hail deadly Munich shooting on social media
CAIRO, July 22 (Reuters) - Supporters of the Islamic State
militant group celebrated on social media a shooting rampage in
a shopping mall in the southern German city of Munich on Friday
that killed and wounded many people.
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militant group celebrated on social media a shooting rampage in
a shopping mall in the southern German city of Munich on Friday
that killed and wounded many people.
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Munich police say many dead in "shooting rampage" in shopping mall
MUNICH, July 22 (Reuters) - Multiple people have been killed
and wounded in a shooting at a shopping centre in the southern
German city of Munich on Friday, police said.
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and wounded in a shooting at a shopping centre in the southern
German city of Munich on Friday, police said.
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Edward Snowden talks film debut and dramatizing his life in 'Snowden'
SAN DIEGO, Calif., July 22 (Reuters) - When former NSA
contractor-turned-whistleblower Edward Snowden met with
Oscar-winning director Oliver Stone to discuss a movie on his
life, he never thought he would be making his own film debut.
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contractor-turned-whistleblower Edward Snowden met with
Oscar-winning director Oliver Stone to discuss a movie on his
life, he never thought he would be making his own film debut.
Read more
Chanel snaps up 4 companies to secure high-end silk supplies
PARIS, July 22 (Reuters) - French luxury goods maker Chanel
has created a silks production unit by investing in high-end
specialists, it said on Friday after completing the third deal
in four months aimed at strengthening its supply chain.
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has created a silks production unit by investing in high-end
specialists, it said on Friday after completing the third deal
in four months aimed at strengthening its supply chain.
Read more
Syrian opposition turns to Pokemon to win support
July 22 (Reuters) - Syrian opposition groups have taken
advantage of a global Pokemon craze to draw the world's
attention to the plight of children caught up in the country's
five-year civil war.
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advantage of a global Pokemon craze to draw the world's
attention to the plight of children caught up in the country's
five-year civil war.
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As Pakistan bars extremists from airwaves, some fear creeping censorship
ISLAMABAD, July 22 (Reuters) - When Hafiz Saeed, a Pakistani
Islamist wanted in the United States and India, led a
kilometre-and-a-half long caravan of supporters on an anti-India
protest march across Pakistan to the capital this week, the
story was not aired by local TV channels.
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Islamist wanted in the United States and India, led a
kilometre-and-a-half long caravan of supporters on an anti-India
protest march across Pakistan to the capital this week, the
story was not aired by local TV channels.
Read more
UPDATE 2-Verizon emerges as front-runner in Yahoo auction -sources
July 22 (Reuters) - Yahoo Inc is focused on selling
its core business to U.S. telecommunications company Verizon
Communications Inc after reviewing final bids that it
received this week, people familiar with the matter said on
Friday.
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its core business to U.S. telecommunications company Verizon
Communications Inc after reviewing final bids that it
received this week, people familiar with the matter said on
Friday.
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UPDATE 2-Honeywell cuts 2016 sales forecast, shares fall
July 22 (Reuters) - Honeywell International Inc cut
its full-year sales forecast and reported a lower-than-expected
quarterly revenue as sales in its aerospace division
unexpectedly declined.
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its full-year sales forecast and reported a lower-than-expected
quarterly revenue as sales in its aerospace division
unexpectedly declined.
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Singapore bans newspaper linked to Islamic State
SINGAPORE, July 22 (Reuters) - Singapore on Friday banned
the distribution and possession of Al Fatihin, a newspaper
linked to the Islamic State militant group, after government
officials repeatedly warned against terror threats.
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the distribution and possession of Al Fatihin, a newspaper
linked to the Islamic State militant group, after government
officials repeatedly warned against terror threats.
Read more
UPDATE 1-Textron profit beats on stronger demand for business jets
July 22 (Reuters) - Textron Inc, the maker of Cessna
aircraft and Bell Helicopters, reported better-than-expected
quarterly revenue and profit as the company delivered more
business jets.
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aircraft and Bell Helicopters, reported better-than-expected
quarterly revenue and profit as the company delivered more
business jets.
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CORRECTED-UPDATE 1-GM, Isuzu to end pick-up truck development partnership
BEIJING/TOKYO, July 22 (Reuters) - General Motors Co
and Isuzu Motor Co have agreed to cease collaboration
on the development of midsize pick-up trucks made in Asia,
ending a joint product development relationship that dates back
to the mid-2000s.
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and Isuzu Motor Co have agreed to cease collaboration
on the development of midsize pick-up trucks made in Asia,
ending a joint product development relationship that dates back
to the mid-2000s.
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Honeywell quarterly profit rises 7.4 pct
July 22 (Reuters) - Honeywell International Inc, a
U.S. manufacturer of aerospace parts and climate control
systems, reported a 7.4 percent rise in quarterly profit, helped
by strength in its automation and control solutions business.
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U.S. manufacturer of aerospace parts and climate control
systems, reported a 7.4 percent rise in quarterly profit, helped
by strength in its automation and control solutions business.
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GM, Isuzu to end pick-up truck development partnership
BEIJING/TOKYO, July 22 (Reuters) - General Motors Co
and Isuzu Motor Co have agreed to cease collaboration
on the development of midsize pick-up trucks made in Asia,
ending a joint product development relationship that dates back
to the mid-2000s.
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and Isuzu Motor Co have agreed to cease collaboration
on the development of midsize pick-up trucks made in Asia,
ending a joint product development relationship that dates back
to the mid-2000s.
Read more
Volkswagen to halt sales of most vehicles in S.Korea amid emissions probe
SEOUL, July 22 (Reuters) - Volkswagen will
suspend sales of most of its vehicle models in South Korea from
July 25, as pressure builds on the German automaker over its
falsified emissions tests.
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suspend sales of most of its vehicle models in South Korea from
July 25, as pressure builds on the German automaker over its
falsified emissions tests.
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Thursday, July 21, 2016
Philips Lighting posts 16 pct rise in core earnings
AMSTERDAM, July 22 (Reuters) - Philips Lighting,
the world's largest maker of bulbs and lighting systems, said on
Friday its core earnings rose 16 percent in the second quarter
and maintained its outlook for the full year.
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the world's largest maker of bulbs and lighting systems, said on
Friday its core earnings rose 16 percent in the second quarter
and maintained its outlook for the full year.
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UPDATE 1-Philips Lighting maintains outlook as core earnings rise
AMSTERDAM, July 22 (Reuters) - Philips Lighting,
the world's largest maker of bulbs and lighting systems, said on
Friday its core earnings rose 16 percent in the second quarter
and maintained its outlook for the full year.
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the world's largest maker of bulbs and lighting systems, said on
Friday its core earnings rose 16 percent in the second quarter
and maintained its outlook for the full year.
Read more
RPT-U.S. may take movie, music roles in Malaysia fund asset seizure
NEW YORK, July 21 (Reuters) - The U.S. government may become
a movie and music industry player, at least temporarily, after
moving to seize $1 billion in assets that prosecutors said were
bought with money looted from the Malaysian state development
fund.
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a movie and music industry player, at least temporarily, after
moving to seize $1 billion in assets that prosecutors said were
bought with money looted from the Malaysian state development
fund.
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Philippines suspends new Uber, Grab vehicle registrations as backlog mounts
MANILA, July 22 (Reuters) - The Philippines has stopped
accepting applications for new ride-sharing vehicles of Uber
and Grab due to a backlog amid a government review of
its policies on fare spikes, a senior official said on Friday.
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accepting applications for new ride-sharing vehicles of Uber
and Grab due to a backlog amid a government review of
its policies on fare spikes, a senior official said on Friday.
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UPDATE 2-Pokemon GO launches in Japan, bringing global smash-hit game home
* Shares in Nintendo, launch partner McDonald's Japan climb
(Recasts, adds details throughout)
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(Recasts, adds details throughout)
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'Snowden' director Stone talks NSA, Pokemon GO at Comic Con
SAN DIEGO, Calif., July 21 (Reuters) - Pokemon GO may seem a
long way from the spy networks of the U.S. National Security
Agency, but for Oliver Stone, director of NSA whistleblower
movie "Snowden," the gaming app represents "a new level of
invasion" of our digital privacy.
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long way from the spy networks of the U.S. National Security
Agency, but for Oliver Stone, director of NSA whistleblower
movie "Snowden," the gaming app represents "a new level of
invasion" of our digital privacy.
Read more
UPDATE 1-Pokemon GO launches in Japan, bringing smash-hit mobile game home
TOKYO, July 22 (Reuters) - Nintendo Co Ltd's
Pokemon GO mobile game has launched in Japan, bringing the
record-setting global hit to the home of the Pokemon characters.
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Pokemon GO mobile game has launched in Japan, bringing the
record-setting global hit to the home of the Pokemon characters.
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Amazon set to increase bet on Italy's digital turnaround plan - sources
MILAN, July 22 (Reuters) - Online retailer Amazon.com
is set to announce on Friday the first in a series of
investments in Italy worth at least 500 million euros ($550
million), a bet on the government's plan to go from laggard to
leader in digital commerce, sources said.
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is set to announce on Friday the first in a series of
investments in Italy worth at least 500 million euros ($550
million), a bet on the government's plan to go from laggard to
leader in digital commerce, sources said.
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UK lawmakers: Ashley to blame for Sports Direct's "Victorian" practices
LONDON, July 22 (Reuters) - British lawmakers said on Friday
that Mike Ashley, founder and majority shareholder of Sports
Direct, must be held accountable for what they called
"appalling" working conditions and practices at the retailer's
shops and warehouse.
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that Mike Ashley, founder and majority shareholder of Sports
Direct, must be held accountable for what they called
"appalling" working conditions and practices at the retailer's
shops and warehouse.
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FULL TEXT -Roger Ailes' resignation letter to Rupert Murdoch
July 21 (Reuters) - The following is the full text of the
resignation letter sent by Fox News Chief Executive Roger Ailes
to Rupert Murdoch, the executive chairman of Twenty-First
Century Fox Inc, the parent of Fox News.
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resignation letter sent by Fox News Chief Executive Roger Ailes
to Rupert Murdoch, the executive chairman of Twenty-First
Century Fox Inc, the parent of Fox News.
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UPDATE 2-Divisive Ailes gave conservatives a TV home at Fox News
July 21 (Reuters) - When Roger Ailes arrived at Fox News
Channel two decades ago, his mandate from media titan Rupert
Murdoch was to create a network to compete against established
market leader CNN and its new rival MSNBC.
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Channel two decades ago, his mandate from media titan Rupert
Murdoch was to create a network to compete against established
market leader CNN and its new rival MSNBC.
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UPDATE 2-GM says it may recall 4.3 million vehicles over Takata air bags
WASHINGTON, July 21 (Reuters) - General Motors Co
said on Thursday it may be forced by U.S. regulators to recall
another 4.3 million vehicles for potentially defective Takata
air bag inflators, a call-back that would cost the U.S.
automaker $550 million.
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said on Thursday it may be forced by U.S. regulators to recall
another 4.3 million vehicles for potentially defective Takata
air bag inflators, a call-back that would cost the U.S.
automaker $550 million.
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UPDATE 1-Chipotle says loyalty program boosting July sales, shares up
July 21 (Reuters) - Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc said
its recently launched loyalty program helped improve comparable
sales in July, sending its shares up 2.5 percent in extended
trading despite a bigger-than-expected drop in quarterly
comparable restaurant sales.
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its recently launched loyalty program helped improve comparable
sales in July, sending its shares up 2.5 percent in extended
trading despite a bigger-than-expected drop in quarterly
comparable restaurant sales.
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Al Jazeera to launch English language digital streaming service in U.S.
July 21 (Reuters) - Al Jazeera Media Network is preparing to
make its English language international news channel video
content digitally available to U.S. viewers again, according to
a July 21 email sent to employees obtained by Reuters.
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make its English language international news channel video
content digitally available to U.S. viewers again, according to
a July 21 email sent to employees obtained by Reuters.
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UPDATE 1-Amazon enters student loan business in partnership with Wells Fargo
July 21 (Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc is entering the
student loan business in a partnership with Wells Fargo & Co
, the companies announced Thursday.
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student loan business in a partnership with Wells Fargo & Co
, the companies announced Thursday.
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Tamil superstar takes over southern India ahead of film release
July 21 (Reuters) - Frenzy gripped southern India on
Thursday, a day ahead of the release of Tamil cinema superstar
Rajinikanth's crime-drama film titled "Kabali."
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Thursday, a day ahead of the release of Tamil cinema superstar
Rajinikanth's crime-drama film titled "Kabali."
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UPDATE 3-PulteGroup's profit beats; settles with activist fund Elliott
* Shares rise as much as 4.6 pct
(Adds details about appointment of directors, CEO comment;
updates shares)
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(Adds details about appointment of directors, CEO comment;
updates shares)
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Liberty Media CEO made offer for Pandora in recent months - WSJ
July 21 (Reuters) - Liberty Media Corp Chief
Executive Greg Maffei made an offer to buy internet radio
company Pandora Media Inc in recent months, the Wall
Street Journal reported.
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Executive Greg Maffei made an offer to buy internet radio
company Pandora Media Inc in recent months, the Wall
Street Journal reported.
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Johnson Controls' building efficiency segment growth driven by North America, Asia
July 21 (Reuters) - Johnson Controls Inc's building
efficiency segment growth was driven by growth in both North
America and Asia, CEO Alex Molinaroli said on Thursday during a
conference call with analysts following its third quarter
earnings.
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efficiency segment growth was driven by growth in both North
America and Asia, CEO Alex Molinaroli said on Thursday during a
conference call with analysts following its third quarter
earnings.
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UPDATE 2-Rogers shares jump as wireless, internet growth boost profit
TORONTO, July 21 (Reuters) - Rogers Communications Inc
, Canada's biggest wireless provider by subscribers,
posted better-than-expected quarterly profit as it added more
postpaid wireless and internet subscribers, sending its shares
up 4 percent on Thursday.
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, Canada's biggest wireless provider by subscribers,
posted better-than-expected quarterly profit as it added more
postpaid wireless and internet subscribers, sending its shares
up 4 percent on Thursday.
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PSA strikes deal with SAIPA to build Citroen cars in Iran
PARIS, July 21 (Reuters) - French carmaker PSA Group
said on Thursday it had signed a framework deal with
Iranian counterpart SAIPA to produce and sell vehicles for its
Citroen brand in the country.
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said on Thursday it had signed a framework deal with
Iranian counterpart SAIPA to produce and sell vehicles for its
Citroen brand in the country.
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Low mortgage rates help boost U.S. home resales to 9-year high
WASHINGTON, July 21 (Reuters) - U.S. home resales
unexpectedly rose in June to their fastest pace in more than
nine years as low mortgage interest rates drew buyers into the
market, a positive sign for the economy.
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unexpectedly rose in June to their fastest pace in more than
nine years as low mortgage interest rates drew buyers into the
market, a positive sign for the economy.
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UPDATE 1-GM recalling 307,000 cars in North America for air bag defect
WASHINGTON, July 21 (Reuters) - General Motors Co
said on Thursday it was recalling 307,000 older Chevrolet Impala
cars worldwide because the air bags may not deploy in the event
of the crash.
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said on Thursday it was recalling 307,000 older Chevrolet Impala
cars worldwide because the air bags may not deploy in the event
of the crash.
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British clothing retailers face Brexit double whammy
LONDON, July 21 (Reuters) - Already hamstrung by the battle
to compete with online rivals, Britain's major clothing
retailers now risk a hit to sales and profits from the higher
costs and plummeting consumer confidence that have followed the
vote to leave the European Union.
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to compete with online rivals, Britain's major clothing
retailers now risk a hit to sales and profits from the higher
costs and plummeting consumer confidence that have followed the
vote to leave the European Union.
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UPDATE 1-GM raises full-year forecast after strong second-quarter profit
DETROIT, July 21 (Reuters) - General Motors Co raised
its forecast for full-year earnings after reporting a record
second-quarter profit that handily beat Wall Street
expectations.
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its forecast for full-year earnings after reporting a record
second-quarter profit that handily beat Wall Street
expectations.
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RPT-Silicon Valley's Yahoo diaspora mourns company's decline
SAN FRANCISCO July 21 (Reuters) - Former Yahoo executive Dan
Rosensweig has not worked at the pioneering internet company in
nearly a decade.
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Rosensweig has not worked at the pioneering internet company in
nearly a decade.
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RPT-Blockbuster ratings may give Fox News room to revive after Ailes exit
NEW YORK, July 21 (Reuters) - The imminent departure of
founder and Chief Executive Roger Ailes may not come at an ideal
time for Fox News Channel, but the momentum of record ratings
amid the most sensational U.S. presidential election in decades
may give the cable network some breathing room to recover, media
buyers and Wall Street analysts said.
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founder and Chief Executive Roger Ailes may not come at an ideal
time for Fox News Channel, but the momentum of record ratings
amid the most sensational U.S. presidential election in decades
may give the cable network some breathing room to recover, media
buyers and Wall Street analysts said.
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Dish reports 26.5 pct jump in quarterly profit
July 21 (Reuters) - U.S. satellite TV provider Dish Network
Corp reported a 26.5 percent jump in quarterly earnings
as the company raised prices of its pay-TV services.
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Corp reported a 26.5 percent jump in quarterly earnings
as the company raised prices of its pay-TV services.
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UPDATE 1-D.R. Horton profit boosted by higher home sales
July 21 (Reuters) - D.R. Horton Inc, the largest
U.S. homebuilder, reported a 13 percent rise in quarterly profit
as it sold more homes.
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U.S. homebuilder, reported a 13 percent rise in quarterly profit
as it sold more homes.
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Silicon Valley's Yahoo diaspora mourns company's decline
SAN FRANCISCO July 21 (Reuters) - Former Yahoo executive Dan
Rosensweig has not worked at the pioneering internet company in
nearly a decade.
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Rosensweig has not worked at the pioneering internet company in
nearly a decade.
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Indonesia shrugs off Pokemon fatwa as gaming fever takes hold
JAKARTA, July 21 (Reuters) - Avid players of smash-hit
mobile phone game Pokemon GO in Indonesia, home to the world's
largest Muslim population, are not letting religious decrees or
security warnings get in the way of their mission to catch their
next cartoon creature.
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mobile phone game Pokemon GO in Indonesia, home to the world's
largest Muslim population, are not letting religious decrees or
security warnings get in the way of their mission to catch their
next cartoon creature.
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Softbank, Honda: Sit back, relax, let the car do the talking
TOKYO, July 21 (Reuters) - On the heels of its $32 billion
takeover of chip designer ARM Holdings, SoftBank Corp
founder Masayoshi Son is embarking on another "crazy idea":
talking cars that can read a driver's emotions.
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takeover of chip designer ARM Holdings, SoftBank Corp
founder Masayoshi Son is embarking on another "crazy idea":
talking cars that can read a driver's emotions.
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Thailand ramps up referendum campaign with songs, TV shows
BANGKOK, July 21 (Reuters) - Less than three weeks away from
a hotly awaited constitutional referendum, Thailand's military
government is scrambling to drum up support, broadcasting songs
and television programmes in a vigorous public relations
campaign.
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a hotly awaited constitutional referendum, Thailand's military
government is scrambling to drum up support, broadcasting songs
and television programmes in a vigorous public relations
campaign.
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William Hill's Chief Executive James Henderson steps down
LONDON, July 21 (Reuters) - British bookmaker William Hill
said on Thursday its chief executive, James Henderson,
was stepping down with immediate effect, without giving any
further details.
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said on Thursday its chief executive, James Henderson,
was stepping down with immediate effect, without giving any
further details.
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Wednesday, July 20, 2016
Blockbuster ratings may give Fox News room to revive after Ailes exit
NEW YORK, July 21 (Reuters) - The imminent departure of
founder and Chief Executive Roger Ailes may not come at an ideal
time for Fox News Channel, but the momentum of record ratings
amid the most sensational U.S. presidential election in decades
may give the cable network some breathing room to recover, media
buyers and Wall Street analysts said.
Read more
founder and Chief Executive Roger Ailes may not come at an ideal
time for Fox News Channel, but the momentum of record ratings
amid the most sensational U.S. presidential election in decades
may give the cable network some breathing room to recover, media
buyers and Wall Street analysts said.
Read more
China's urges U.S. abandon "mistaken methods" in washing machine complaint
BEIJING, July 21 (Reuters) - China's Commerce Ministry on
Thursday urged the United States to abandon its "mistaken
methods" after the U.S. Commerce Department said it had
determined large residential washers from China had been dumped
in the United States.
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Thursday urged the United States to abandon its "mistaken
methods" after the U.S. Commerce Department said it had
determined large residential washers from China had been dumped
in the United States.
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UPDATE 2-Musk "master plan" expands Tesla into electric trucks and buses
July 20 (Reuters) - Tesla Motors Inc Chief
Executive Elon Musk Wednesday unveiled an ambitious plan to
expand the company into electric semi trucks and buses, car
sharing and solar energy systems.
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Executive Elon Musk Wednesday unveiled an ambitious plan to
expand the company into electric semi trucks and buses, car
sharing and solar energy systems.
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China eyes eight cruise ships to serve South China Sea
BEIJING, July 21 (Reuters) - Up to eight Chinese ships will
offer cruises to the South China Sea over the next five years, a
state-run newspaper said on Thursday, as Beijing continues to
promote tourism to the disputed waters.
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offer cruises to the South China Sea over the next five years, a
state-run newspaper said on Thursday, as Beijing continues to
promote tourism to the disputed waters.
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UPDATE 7-Trump employee apologizes for Melania speech 'chaos'
CLEVELAND, July 20 (Reuters) - A staff writer for the Trump
Organization took responsibility on Wednesday for the "chaos"
caused by a speech given by the wife of U.S. Republican
presidential candidate Donald Trump that drew accusations of
plagiarism and cast a shadow over the party's convention this
week.
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Organization took responsibility on Wednesday for the "chaos"
caused by a speech given by the wife of U.S. Republican
presidential candidate Donald Trump that drew accusations of
plagiarism and cast a shadow over the party's convention this
week.
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UPDATE 1-U.S. indicts KAT file sharing owner for copyright infringement
CHICAGO, July 20 (Reuters) - The owner of file-sharing
website KAT was indicted in the United States on Wednesday for
copyright infringement related to the distribution of more than
$1 billion worth of movies, video games, music recordings and
other content, U.S. justice officials said.
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website KAT was indicted in the United States on Wednesday for
copyright infringement related to the distribution of more than
$1 billion worth of movies, video games, music recordings and
other content, U.S. justice officials said.
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UPDATE 2-Show us the money: 'Wolf of Wall Street' probe may boost profits
NEW YORK, July 20 (Reuters) - Leonardo DiCaprio bought the
movie rights for what would be "The Wolf of Wall Street" back in
2007. But it wasn't until a little-known Hollywood production
company came along six years later that the story of
high-rolling fraudsters got off the ground.
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movie rights for what would be "The Wolf of Wall Street" back in
2007. But it wasn't until a little-known Hollywood production
company came along six years later that the story of
high-rolling fraudsters got off the ground.
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Smartphone app lets users decide fate of Netherlands refugees
NEW YORK, July 20 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - Looking to
change public perception about migrants in the Netherlands, two
journalists have launched a Smartphone app that dramatizes the
asylum-seeking process and lets users ask tough questions of
would-be refugees.
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change public perception about migrants in the Netherlands, two
journalists have launched a Smartphone app that dramatizes the
asylum-seeking process and lets users ask tough questions of
would-be refugees.
Read more
UPDATE 1-Wal-Mart names eight chemicals to be removed from products
July 20 (Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc said on
Wednesday it was pushing suppliers to remove or restrict the use
of eight hazardous chemicals from products including household
cleaning, personal care and beauty items.
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Wednesday it was pushing suppliers to remove or restrict the use
of eight hazardous chemicals from products including household
cleaning, personal care and beauty items.
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Show us the money: 'Wolf of Wall Street' probe may boost profits
NEW YORK, July 20 (Reuters) - Leonardo DiCaprio bought the
movie rights for what would be "The Wolf of Wall Street" back in
2007. But it wasn't until a little-known Hollywood production
company came along six years later that the story of
high-rolling fraudsters got off the ground.
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movie rights for what would be "The Wolf of Wall Street" back in
2007. But it wasn't until a little-known Hollywood production
company came along six years later that the story of
high-rolling fraudsters got off the ground.
Read more
UPDATE 1-Turkey's Erdogan announces three-month state of emergency
ISTANBUL, July 20 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip
Erdogan on Wednesday announced a three-month state of emergency,
saying this would enable the authorities to take swift and
effective action against those responsible for last weekend's
failed military coup.
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Erdogan on Wednesday announced a three-month state of emergency,
saying this would enable the authorities to take swift and
effective action against those responsible for last weekend's
failed military coup.
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EBay revenue rises 5.7 pct
July 20 (Reuters) - EBay Inc reported a 5.7 percent
increase in quarterly revenue as its efforts to revamp its
online marketplace start to pay off.
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increase in quarterly revenue as its efforts to revamp its
online marketplace start to pay off.
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UPDATE 1-Four U.S. airlines get OK for daytime flights to Tokyo Haneda
WASHINGTON, July 20 (Reuters) - Four U.S. carriers have won
tentative approval to launch daytime U.S. flights to Tokyo's
Haneda airport as early as this fall, the U.S. Transportation
Department said on Wednesday.
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tentative approval to launch daytime U.S. flights to Tokyo's
Haneda airport as early as this fall, the U.S. Transportation
Department said on Wednesday.
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U.S. Commerce Department says China dumping large residential washers
WASHINGTON, July 20 (Reuters) - The U.S. Commerce Department
said in a statement on Wednesday that it had determined imports
of large residential washers from China have been sold in the
United States at dumping margins of 49.88 percent to 111.09
percent.
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said in a statement on Wednesday that it had determined imports
of large residential washers from China have been sold in the
United States at dumping margins of 49.88 percent to 111.09
percent.
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UPDATE 1-Daimler AG, Ferrari selling some new vehicles with faulty air bags -U.S. Senate report
WASHINGTON, July 20 (Reuters) - Daimler AG's Mercedes-Benz
and Daimler Vans units and Ferrari NV are among a small group of
automakers selling some new vehicles with faulty Takata airbags
that will be subject to recalls by the end of 2018, a U.S.
Senate report said on Wednesday.
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and Daimler Vans units and Ferrari NV are among a small group of
automakers selling some new vehicles with faulty Takata airbags
that will be subject to recalls by the end of 2018, a U.S.
Senate report said on Wednesday.
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Pokemon Go seen making billions for Apple
July 20 (Reuters) - Apple Inc stands to rake in $3
billion in revenue from the Pokemon Go craze in the next one to
two years as gamers buy "PokeCoins" from its app store,
brokerage Needham & Co said.
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billion in revenue from the Pokemon Go craze in the next one to
two years as gamers buy "PokeCoins" from its app store,
brokerage Needham & Co said.
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With faith and Facebook, Zimbabwe preacher takes on Mugabe
JOHANNESBURG, July 20 (Reuters) - With a Bible in one hand
and iPhone in the other, Evan Mawarire makes an unlikely
adversary to Robert Mugabe, who has seen off foes from apartheid
assassins and union leaders to Tony Blair and the IMF over 36
years in power.
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and iPhone in the other, Evan Mawarire makes an unlikely
adversary to Robert Mugabe, who has seen off foes from apartheid
assassins and union leaders to Tony Blair and the IMF over 36
years in power.
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Global extraction of primary materials to triple by 2050 -UNEP
LONDON, July 20 (Reuters) - The amount of primary materials
extracted from the earth will almost triple by the middle of
this century if action is not taken, as emerging economies
develop and consume more, a U.N.-backed report said on
Wednesday.
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extracted from the earth will almost triple by the middle of
this century if action is not taken, as emerging economies
develop and consume more, a U.N.-backed report said on
Wednesday.
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UPDATE 1-Electronics retailers, seeing sales bump, tap into Pokemon Go frenzy
July 20 (Reuters) - Electronics and smart-phone retailers
are seeing a jump in sales of mobile charging equipment since
Pokemon GO was released in the United States two weeks ago and
are now looking for more ways to drive potential customers into
stores through the wildly popular game.
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are seeing a jump in sales of mobile charging equipment since
Pokemon GO was released in the United States two weeks ago and
are now looking for more ways to drive potential customers into
stores through the wildly popular game.
Read more
RPT-COLUMN-Cheaper gasoline is knocking U.S. vehicle efficiency off course: Kemp
LONDON, July 20 (Reuters) - Substantial improvements in
vehicle fuel economy are a centrepiece of the U.S. government's
plan to cut greenhouse emissions and meet commitments made under
the Paris Climate Agreement.
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vehicle fuel economy are a centrepiece of the U.S. government's
plan to cut greenhouse emissions and meet commitments made under
the Paris Climate Agreement.
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BREXIT WATCH-Latest developments in aftermath of Brexit vote
* Graphic on Brexit impact http://reut.rs/2aqnwkw
LONDON, July 20 (Reuters) - Britain's June 23 referendum
decision to leave the European Union has had far-reaching
consequences for the world's economy, businesses, investors and
politics. Following are the main developments:
July 20
From the it-all-depends-on-who-you-are department:
Appliance-maker Electrolux's CEO Jonas Samuelson tells us
the weaker pound - around 10 percent down vs euro since the
Brexit vote - means his com
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LONDON, July 20 (Reuters) - Britain's June 23 referendum
decision to leave the European Union has had far-reaching
consequences for the world's economy, businesses, investors and
politics. Following are the main developments:
July 20
From the it-all-depends-on-who-you-are department:
Appliance-maker Electrolux's CEO Jonas Samuelson tells us
the weaker pound - around 10 percent down vs euro since the
Brexit vote - means his com
Read more
Electronics retailers, seeing sales bump, tap into Pokemon Go frenzy
July 20 (Reuters) - Electronics and smart-phone retailers
are seeing a jump in sales of mobile charging equipment since
Pokemon GO was released in the United States two weeks ago and
are now looking for more ways to drive potential customers into
stores through the wildly popular game.
Read more
are seeing a jump in sales of mobile charging equipment since
Pokemon GO was released in the United States two weeks ago and
are now looking for more ways to drive potential customers into
stores through the wildly popular game.
Read more
WIDER IMAGE-In crowded Rio slum, residents fly kites in cemetery
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 20 (Reuters) - As dusk descends on a
cemetery in one of Rio de Janeiro's northern slums, four young
men stand on top of a wall vault of tombs and watch their kites
flutter in the breeze.
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cemetery in one of Rio de Janeiro's northern slums, four young
men stand on top of a wall vault of tombs and watch their kites
flutter in the breeze.
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Abbott Labs reports 3.2 percent rise in sales
July 20 (Reuters) - Abbott Laboratories reported a
3.2 percent rise in quarterly sales, helped by strength in its
branded generics and medical device businesses.
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3.2 percent rise in quarterly sales, helped by strength in its
branded generics and medical device businesses.
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Top Saudi clerical body renews fatwa against Pokemon
DUBAI, July 20 (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia's top clerical body
has renewed a 15-year-old edict that the Pokemon game franchise
is un-Islamic, Saudi media said on Wednesday, although the fatwa
made no mention of the successful new Pokemon GO mobile game.
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has renewed a 15-year-old edict that the Pokemon game franchise
is un-Islamic, Saudi media said on Wednesday, although the fatwa
made no mention of the successful new Pokemon GO mobile game.
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China's Dalian Wanda, gearing up to join Fortune 500, says film, sports revenue to triple
BEIJING, July 20 (Reuters) - China's Dalian Wanda Group said
revenue from its cultural division will triple to 150 billion
yuan ($22.44 billion) by 2020 as the property developer
continues its investments in film, entertainment and sports.
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revenue from its cultural division will triple to 150 billion
yuan ($22.44 billion) by 2020 as the property developer
continues its investments in film, entertainment and sports.
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Olympics may shine but plenty to lament in recession-hit Rio
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 20 (Reuters) - Across a busy street from the Maracanã stadium, host of two World Cup finals and next month the stage for the opening of the first-ever Olympics in South America, squats the massive concrete complex of the State University of Rio de Janeiro.
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UPDATE 1-Unilever buys men's grooming brand Dollar Shave Club
July 19 (Reuters) - Unilever Plc said it has agreed
to buy U.S.-based men's grooming brand Dollar Shave Club in a
deal that would expand the consumer goods group's catalogue of
personal care products.
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to buy U.S.-based men's grooming brand Dollar Shave Club in a
deal that would expand the consumer goods group's catalogue of
personal care products.
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