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Bankrupt Greece raids emergency IMF funds to skirt default

 

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Verizon, the US broadband and telecommunications giant, is paying $50 a share for AOL to boost its mobile video business

 

 

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Oil cartel has upgraded its demand forecast on stronger European growth as US drillers struggle

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EasyJet posts first half-year profit since 2002

 

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Banks' currency rigging fines delayed as US negotiations drag on

 

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Foreign exchange manipulation fines for Barclays, RBS and others now expected to be next week

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At last, we now have a Business Secretary who supports free enterprise

 

Owning a home is falling out of fashion around the world

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Debt revenue doesn't equal tax revenue

 

I will pay for my own stupidity but not for the stupidity of others.

 

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Debt revenue doesn't equal tax revenue

 

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Remember, profits are privatised, losses are socialised.

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Dollar slips, stocks up slightly after soft U.S. data

 

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Monte Paschi says ECB OKs cash call, state-backed bond repayment

 

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Dollar on the defensive before US data, sterling in favour

If DEBT is the problem REPAYMENT is the solution

 

Debt revenue doesn't equal tax revenue

 

I will pay for my own stupidity but not for the stupidity of others.

 

Remember, profits are privatised, losses are socialised.

That's the 21-century Free Market.

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Brussels warns UK over budget failings as Germans given reprieve

 

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Britain cautioned over breaching EU deficit limits, while eurozone's biggest creditor will avoid punishment for running persistent surpluses

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Interest rates set to rise next year even as growth falters

 

Mark Carney says inflation will hit its target in two years as the next interest rate rise will "more likely than not" be a hike despite weaker growth and productivity

 

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Tsipras calls emergency meeting as crisis-hit Greece plunges back into recession

 

Economy shrinks by 0.2pc in the first quarter of the year, as Leftist government maintains it wants an "honourable compromise" with creditors

 

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Flash Crash trader gets legal aid to fight extradition

 

Navinder Sarao is appealing his bail conditions and challenging US attempts to extradite him

 

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Lenigas given more time to find oil at Gatwick

 

UK Oil and Gas says it still requires a permit from the regulator to conduct flow testing at the Horse Hill well

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Centrica to buy more gas from Russia's Gazprom and Statoil

 

Deal will increase UK dependents on Russian state contolled energy giant

 

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US oil output to fall but supply still outstrips demand, says IEA

 

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Strong dollar strangles SABMiller's profit growth

 

World's largest brewer wasn't able to sell more beer but enjoys "standout" performance from soft drinks

 

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Merlin Entertainments loses London Eye boss to gym chain while unveiling a reshuffle of senior staff

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China is risking an economic art attack

 

How to end boom and bust: make cash illegal

If DEBT is the problem REPAYMENT is the solution

 

Debt revenue doesn't equal tax revenue

 

I will pay for my own stupidity but not for the stupidity of others.

 

Remember, profits are privatised, losses are socialised.

That's the 21-century Free Market.

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UK jobless total at seven-year low

 

UK unemployment between January and March fell to 1.83 million, figures show, down 35,000 from the previous quarter and the lowest since 2008.

 

 

 

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Japan firms recall 6.5 million cars

 

 

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Mitie faces new minimum wage claims

 

 

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Tencent's profits beat expectations

 

 

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Russia's Rusal swings to net profit

 

Bank of England cuts growth forecast

 

 

 

 

The Bank of England cuts its 2015 growth forecast from 2.9% to 2.5%, as governor Mark Carney unveils his quarterly inflation report.

 

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If DEBT is the problem REPAYMENT is the solution

 

Debt revenue doesn't equal tax revenue

 

I will pay for my own stupidity but not for the stupidity of others.

 

Remember, profits are privatised, losses are socialised.

That's the 21-century Free Market.

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Facebook Begins Testing Instant Articles From News Publishers

 

By VINDU GOEL and RAVI SOMAIYA 1:34 PM ET

 

The social network will host articles directly on its site instead of linking to them, potentially undermining news sites and apps.

 

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Nelson Peltz’s Slate Fails to Win DuPont Board Seats

 

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DuPont beat back a boardroom challenge at its annual shareholder meeting in a rare time that a fight with an activist investor has gone to a vote.

 

As Obama Plays China Card on Trade, Chinese Pursue Their Own Deals

 

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In a subtle form of competition, Xi Jinping is picking off American allies to join the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.

 

News Analysis

 

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Failed Trade Bill Highlights Chasm Between Obama and Congressional Democrats

 

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The move against granting President Obama negotiating power for a Pacific trade pact underscored his continued difficulties in dealing with Congress, even with Democrats.

 

Eurozone Economy Improves, but Finland and Greece Lag

 

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The gross domestic product of the 19 nations that form the euro currency bloc grew 0.4 percent in the period, but the two countries slid into recession.

 

 

 

CBS Says ‘CSI’ Will End Next Season

 

By JOHN KOBLIN 1:47 PM ET

 

The TV network said the show about a team of forensic investigators, which produced several spinoffs, will have its series finale in late September.

 

 

 

If DEBT is the problem REPAYMENT is the solution

 

Debt revenue doesn't equal tax revenue

 

I will pay for my own stupidity but not for the stupidity of others.

 

Remember, profits are privatised, losses are socialised.

That's the 21-century Free Market.

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If DEBT is the problem REPAYMENT is the solution

 

Debt revenue doesn't equal tax revenue

 

I will pay for my own stupidity but not for the stupidity of others.

 

Remember, profits are privatised, losses are socialised.

That's the 21-century Free Market.

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If DEBT is the problem REPAYMENT is the solution

 

Debt revenue doesn't equal tax revenue

 

I will pay for my own stupidity but not for the stupidity of others.

 

Remember, profits are privatised, losses are socialised.

That's the 21-century Free Market.

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If DEBT is the problem REPAYMENT is the solution

 

Debt revenue doesn't equal tax revenue

 

I will pay for my own stupidity but not for the stupidity of others.

 

Remember, profits are privatised, losses are socialised.

That's the 21-century Free Market.

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Oil down with eyes on ample supply, dollar's bounce

 

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German Bundesbank chief rips into ECB over Greek loans

 

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Greece signs EBRD deal worth up to 500 million euros a year

 

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Weak dollar, tame U.S. inflation boost global stocks; yields dip

 

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Insight - Global glut threatens West African iron ore ambitions

 

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EU investigates claims Russia, China dumping steel on EU market

 

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ECB's Draghi says will not stop short in money printing

 

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ECB's Draghi says closing the liquidity tap must be done with care

 

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FTSE ends higher; 3i Group leads after strong earnings

 

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U.S. labour market tightening; inflation still muted

 

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Weidmann - Athens needs to come up with convincing reforms quickly

 

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UK yield curve steepens as market digests BoE outlook

 

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BP names former UK MI6 spy chief as director

 

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Dollar drifts lower after U.S. data undermines second quarter growth hopes

 

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U.S. buyout firm TPG buys majority stake in Poundworld

 

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Honda adds to Takata air bag recalls; global tally now around 36 million

 

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Takata won't set aside more cash reserves for recalls - CFO

 

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India government clears deal for 56 Airbus transport planes

 

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As recession scars fade, IMF economist Blanchard leaving Fund

 

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Lloyds eyes return to private hands in next 12 months

 

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IMF says chief economist Blanchard to step down in September

 

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Lloyds could return to full private ownership in next 12 months - chairman

 

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Alliance Trust risks investor ire over Stocktrade acquisition

 

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Indian court delays bail decision on jailed Sahara chief

 

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Sell euros? This year's dead cert becomes frustrating trade

 

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Hedge fund manager Andurand sees $50 Brent crude by year-end

 

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Lloyds says 97.67 percent of shareholders approve pay plan

 

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Russian companies could return to international bond market

 

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M&A activity in Israel shifts beyond high tech

 

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Greece unblocks Piraeus port sale, invites binding bids

 

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M&S to reward investors with first annual profit rise in four years

 

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Bumper European earnings trend built on sound foundations

 

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Greece says may ask for emergency Eurogroup meeting

 

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Vedanta Resources takes $4.5 billion writedown as oil drags

 

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China's fiscal spending jumps 33.2 percent year-on-year in April

 

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China considers pilot programme to securitise bad assets this year - bank regulator

 

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China to publish information disclosure rules on ABS issuance - sources

 

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Irish consumer prices fall year on year in April

 

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Greek government says respects independence of central bank

 

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EBRD forecasts deeper economic slump in Ukraine this year

 

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UDG Healthcare raises full-year earnings forecast

 

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UK new bank Aldermore's first-quarter lending rises seven percent

 

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UK fund 3i emerges from restructuring with strong earnings

 

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TalkTalk lifts revenue forecasts on 'quad play' demand

 

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ITV shares slip on weaker quarterly advertising forecast

 

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Bank of England cuts growth outlook, backs market's view on rates

 

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Bank of England's Carney says 'possible' rates will be higher in a year

 

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Italy economy minister hopes for growth surprise in 2015

 

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Merlin sales boosted by sunshine and Legoland demand

 

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Aspect Ventures raises $150 million debut fund

 

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UTV Media sees fall in second-quarter revenue at largest division

 

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Paddy Power to keep Italian business, says 2015 started well

 

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Growing supply to keep pressure on iron ore prices - BHP Billiton

 

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Japan's Sharp unveils $1.9 billion bailout after large annual loss

 

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British Land says NAV jumps, raises dividend

 

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Old Mutual first-quarter gross sales beat forecasts, up 18 percent

 

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Publisher Euromoney's first-half profit beats own forecast

 

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India's wholesale prices fall 2.65 percent year-on-year in April - government

 

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British pub firms Marstons and M&B post profits rise

 

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Rathbone Brothers posts 6.3 percent rise in first-quarter funds under management

 

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Toshiba shares rise after profit restatement

 

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Toshiba eyes three-year profit markdown in accounts probe; impact seen limited, shares up

 

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Chinese airlines look inland for outbound opportunities

 

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IDB puts Islamic finance on AIIB drawing board

 

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China's yuan edges up on 15-month high midpoint

 

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U.S. contacts UK FX trader over Bank of England meeting - source

 

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China steel consumption likely to fall six percent this year - CISA

 

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StanChart seeking buyers for $350 million Hong Kong pension business - sources

 

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Hutchison says in talks with VimpelCom on Italian mobile merger

 

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Shell considers small North America energy deals even after BG

 

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Dollar recoils as retail sales sting, kiwi soars

 

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UK surveyors report biggest house price rises since August

If DEBT is the problem REPAYMENT is the solution

 

Debt revenue doesn't equal tax revenue

 

I will pay for my own stupidity but not for the stupidity of others.

 

Remember, profits are privatised, losses are socialised.

That's the 21-century Free Market.

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Why Syriza are doing everything EU creditors demand

 

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Leftist government has managed to run a budget surplus since taking office, lending credence to their claims they can get Greece back on track

 

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BRICs creator Jim O'Neill takes Treasury job

 

Goldman Sachs' former chief economist to become Treasury minister, leading efforts to create a "Northern Powerhouse"

 

poundland_2562855d.jpg Pound shops have taken over the UK high street - here's how they did it

 

 

The pound shop phenomenon has changed both the physical landscape of the high street, and British shoppers’ perception of value. Here's how discount stores came to dominate the UK's high streets.

 

 

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Lloyds chairman: Osborne could sell entire taxpayer stake in 12 months

 

Lord Blackwell says it is "possible" that Treasury's 20pc stake could be sold in the next year

 

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TalkTalk chief attacks 'deeply disingenuous' claims on BT pension fund

 

Black hole in £47bn fund should offer no protection from break-up, argues Baronness Harding

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Sirius moves step closer to £1.5bn UK potash mine

 

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Planning officers tell Sirius they are likely to make an “open recommendation” to a giant potash mine under a UK national park

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Center Parcs fuels IPO chatter with new chairman

 

The holiday parks business said it is replacing its long-serving chairman, potentially paving the way for a float, while the case for a trade sale also strengthened after Starwood emerged as a bidder

 

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BP hires former MI6 spy master to beef up board

 

Sir John Sawers will join BP as a non-executive director on the board

 

Mitchells & Butlers brushes off Wetherspoon trademark claims

 

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The boss of M&B described an accusation of trademark infringement as 'nonsense'

 

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ITV's advertising revenues swell despite losing viewers

 

Broadcaster is making more money despite a slide in its share of TV viewers across its core channels

Why it is too early to return M&S's crown as king of the high street

 

Epic global bond rout is a QE success story - but it won't last

 

Britain’s shameful productivity deficit must be tackled head-on

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Senate, in Reversal, Begins Debate on Trade Authority

 

By JONATHAN WEISMAN 53 minutes ago

 

 

The move follows approval of a separate bill that would crack down on currency manipulation, an issue clouding prospects for a Pacific trade accord.

 

 

 

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Christie’s Has Art World’s First $1 Billion Week

 

By SCOTT REYBURN

 

A purchase price of $5.8 million with fees for Joan Mitchell’s 1969-70 Abstract Expressionist painting “Afternoon” pushed the total art sales by Christie’s this week past $1 billion.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Egg Farms Hit Hard as Bird Flu Affects Millions of Hens

 

By STEPHANIE STROM 12:26 PM ET

 

Avian flu viruses have affected over 33 million turkeys, chickens and ducks in the United States, with Iowa’s farmers particularly hard hit.

 

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Technology That Could Have Prevented Amtrak Derailment Was Absent

 

By JAD MOUAWAD

 

Positive train control, which can automatically slow trains, had not yet been installed on a critical stretch of track in Philadelphia where Train 188 derailed on Tuesday night.

 

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Euro, Clawing Its Way Back, Hits 3-Month High

 

By DAVID JOLLY 11:29 AM ET

 

The dollar has given up ground more broadly, losing about 5 percent of its value against a basket of currencies since February.

 

Honda Recalls Nearly 5 Million Vehicles With Takata Airbags

 

By JONATHAN SOBLE 9:45 AM ET

 

The Japanese carmaker’s move, which it said was “precautionary,” comes a day after Toyota and Nissan recalled millions of cars over inflater issues.

 

 

 

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Greek Finance Minister Lashes Out at E.C.B. Chief

 

By JACK EWING and NIKI KITSANTONIS 12:35 PM ET

 

The minister, Yanis Varoufakis, said the “soul” of the central bank’s chief, Mario Draghi, was “filled with fear” at the idea of forgiving Greek debt.

 

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5 Big Banks Expected to Plead Guilty to Felony Charges, but Punishments May Be Tempered

 

By BEN PROTESS and MICHAEL CORKERY

 

As much as prosecutors may want to punish the banks, which are accused of rigging the price of foreign currencies, they are mindful that too harsh a penalty could imperil the businesses.

 

 

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Cuomo Job Creation Program Slow to Take Hold

 

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The effort, Start-Up New York, has spent tens of millions of dollars to create 76 jobs in 2014.

 

 

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Publishers Send Diverse Group of News Articles in Facebook Debut

 

By RAVI SOMAIYA

 

In the first day of Facebook Instant Articles, readers mostly saw an eclectic mix of articles rather than a clear signal of what is to come.

 

 

B Vitamin Is Found to Help People Prone to Some Types of Skin Cancer

 

By ANDREW POLLACK

 

In a clinical trial involving 386 people, participants who received a form of vitamin B3 had a lower risk of getting non-melanoma skin cancer than those who received a placebo.

 

 

 

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Russian economy shrinks as woes mount

 

 

 

 

Low oil prices and weak spending force the Russian economy to shrink in the first quarter.

 

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South African tycoon buys New Look

 

Fashion retailer New Look has been bought by a South African billionaire in a deal worth almost £800m.

 

 

 

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Sunscreen lotions 'fail tests'

 

Two of the UK's most popular brands of sunscreen lotion do not offer as much sun protection as they claim, says consumer organisation, Which?

 

 

 

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SABMiller buys brewer Meantime

 

 

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Poundworld sold to US firm for £150m

 

 

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Pensioners urged to hurry for bonds

 

 

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Rail strike called for bank holiday

 

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UK construction sector up in March

 

 

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Avon shares seesaw amid bid hoax

 

 

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Candy Crush maker shares plunge 14%

 

 

Full article Candy Crush maker shares plunge 14%

Carney: EU vote 'as soon as necessary'

 

 

Full article Carney: EU vote 'as soon as necessary'

China to invest $50bn in Brazil

 

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Republican Presidential Candidates Rally Around Flat Tax

 

By PATRICIA COHEN 11:09 AM ET

 

 

In an effort to get attention, some hopefuls have spoken of their support for a single tax rate for everyone, but that talk isn’t expected to last beyond the primaries.

 

 

 

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Carl Icahn Invests $100 Million in Lyft

 

By MIKE ISAAC and ALEXANDRA STEVENSON 12:21 PM ET

 

The investment is an extension of a $530 million round that the ride-hailing start-up raised in March, valuing it at $2.5 billion.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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‘Entourage’ Movie to Land in a Transformed, Buttoned-Up Hollywood

 

By MICHAEL CIEPLY 12:56 PM ET

 

Much has changed since “Entourage” first portrayed Hollywood’s decadent business culture, as private equity has taken the reins and talent agencies have scattered and merged.

 

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An Airline Investment in Uruguay Becomes a Catch-22

 

By DAVID GELLES and CHARLES NEWBERY

 

The former chief of Leadgate, which invested in the failed Uruguayan airline Pluna, remains in jail while investigators try to make a case against the private equity firm’s executives.

 

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Amtrak Says Shortfalls and Rules Delayed Its Safety System

 

By MICHAEL D. SHEAR and JAD MOUAWAD

 

The railroad said technical and regulatory roadblocks had delayed operation of the system, which might have prevented this week’s train derailment.

 

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A Phantom Offer Sends Avon’s Shares Surging

 

By MATTHEW GOLDSTEIN and DAVID GELLES

 

An S.E.C. filing that appears to have been a fake bid for the cosmetics company raises questions about the potential for market manipulation.

 

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De Blasio Says New York Will Investigate Nail Industry Practices

 

By SARAH MASLIN NIR 12:40 PM ET

 

Voicing outrage at the “deplorable conditions” for nail salon workers, Mayor Bill de Blasio vowed to take action, though the city’s powers to regulate the industry are limited.

 

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Egg Farms Hit Hard as Bird Flu Affects Millions of Hens

 

By STEPHANIE STROM 1:39 PM ET

 

Avian flu viruses have affected over 33 million turkeys, chickens and ducks in the United States, with Iowa’s farmers particularly hard hit.

 

 

 

 

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Morrisons' new boss turns to son of founder to aid recovery

 

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Ofcom wants to open up BT's business fibre network

 

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UK's Clydesdale Bank's H1 profit up on one-off restructuring gain

 

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EnQuest oil production rises 20 percent January-April

 

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UK construction output bounces back in March, housing rises

 

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UK's Circassia buys two asthma-focussed firms for up to $377 million

 

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China January-April non-financial outbound FDI up 36.1 percent year-on-year

 

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China central bank plays down liquidity injections for debt scheme

 

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Honda executive says latest air bag-linked recall may impact Japan sales

 

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EU investigates claims Russia, China dumping steel on EU market

 

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Pandora to appeal court ruling that gives BMI higher royalties

 

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China Premier orders officials to improve policy implementation

 

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Actavis says Warner Chilcott unit held talks to settle U.S. probe

 

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Brait to buy fashion retailer New Look for $3 billion - Sky News

If DEBT is the problem REPAYMENT is the solution

 

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If DEBT is the problem REPAYMENT is the solution

 

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Remember, profits are privatised, losses are socialised.

That's the 21-century Free Market.

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