Toyota to name founder's grandson as president
Toyota Motor Corp.'s next president will be Akio Toyoda, the grandson of the Japanese automakers' founder, a report from the Wall Street Journal said on Sunday quoting sources familiar with the matter.
Golden Globes Red Carpet: Best Dressed
Hollywood's hottest stars arrived at the Golden Globes ready to rock the red carpet and outshine one another at the Foreign Press' big event.
Pilot missing in Milton Airplane crash
The pilot of the six-seat Piper PA-46 reportedly crash down Sunday night still missing, authorities said.
Appointment of Satyam's new board members cheered by India Inc.
Corporate India has welcomed the confidence-building measures taken by the Indian government over the weekend.
Shaky future: Satyam employees frustrated, seeking options
The future of 53,000-odd employees of beleaguered technology outsourcer Satyam Computer Services or Satyamites as they are popularly known is at stake following the sensational disclosure by the company's founder-chairman last week that he had fudged the company's accounts for several years to inflate profits by $1 billion.
Prince Harry apologizes for racial slur
Prince Harry issued an apology on Saturday after a video was released where he called an Asian army colleague a “Paki.”
Abbott Laboratories to acquire Advanced Medical Optics for $2.8 Bln
U.S. drug maker Abbott Laboratories said today it will buy Advanced Medical Optics, a provider of technology for eye care in a $2.8 billion deal.
Tips for managing your online personal profile
Whether it's a new professional contact or personal acquaintance, managing your online profile may help to bolster your new relationship.
'30 Rock' star Tina Fey, 'Mad Men' top Golden Globes
30 Rock star and creator, Tina Fey, was named best actress in a TV comedy and her NBC series was picked as best comedy Sunday at the 66th Golden Globes by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.
Ukraine-Russia sign gas deal, supplies to resume
Ukraine signed a deal today to allow the tracking of natural gas shipments from Russia, opening a way for Europe to receive again gas supplies from Russia.
Obama pledges transparency on bailout spending
President-elect Barack Obama pledged on Sunday to maintain transparency and track the next $350 billion of the economic stimulus package which he said will target credit flow to businesses and families. He also said his team is making principles on how the remaining part will help in terms of housing and target small businesses.
CBS challenges Youtube, Hulu bolstering TV.com
Reinforcing its online video presence, CBS is expected to announce on Monday a partnership with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., Sony Corp., PBS and Endemol USA to add various television series to its website TV.com.
'Slumdog' is tops at Golden Globes (Full winners list)
The winners at the 66th annual Golden Globes on Sunday held by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association in Beverly Hills, CA.
Russia, Ukraine dispute; costs Gazprom $800
The end to the dispute seems to be near with Russia is expected to resume its supplies to Ukraine this week following an EU agreement with monitors being deployed to monitor gas flow in Ukraine.
15,000 job losses to be added in U.K. in banks, financial firms
Job losses in U.K. are expected to escalate sharply in the first months of 2009 as the recession deepens and the credit crunch continues, a Confederation of British Industry survey showed Monday.
General Motors may seek more loans, seeks Saab unit buyer
Rick Wagoner, CEO of General Motors Corp, said Sunday that the company may seek further loans from the U.S. government at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
Ford announces electric car in U.S.for 2011
Ford Motor Co., the No. 2 US based automaker, announced on Sunday that it would collaborate with Magna International to introduce a small electric car in North America in 2011 as part of a plan to introduce electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles over the next four years.
Ford announces small electric car in U.S.for 2011
Ford Motor Co., the No. 2 US based automaker, announced on Sunday that it would collaborate with Magna International to introduce a small electric car in North America in 2011 as part of a plan to introduce electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles over the next four years.
Autos Go Electric at North America Auto Show
Automakers showed off their plans for electric and hybrid autos set to go on sale in the coming years, as fuel efficient vehicles gained a bigger showcase in this year's North American International Auto Show. The vehicles highlighted at the show include planned pure electric vehicles, and electric-gas hybrids.
Autos Go Electric at North America International Auto Show
Automakers showed off their plans for electric and hybrid autos set to go on sale in the coming years, as fuel efficient vehicles gained a bigger showcase in this year's North American International Auto Show. The vehicles highlighted at the show include planned pure electric vehicles, and electric-gas hybrids.
Top economists say recession will end in 3Q 2009
The U.S. economic recession would officially end in the third quarter of 2009, according to polled economists from top financial firms. A return to normal levels of growth is expected by 2010.
Winnie-the-Pooh returns after 83 years
Winnie-the-Pooh returns in the first official sequel to A.A. Milne's children's books, reported the Associated Press. It has been more than 80 years after the honey-loving bear first appeared in print.
Citigroup, Morgan Stanley may combine brokerages
Citigroup Inc and Morgan Stanley may announce a deal this week that could combine their brokerages to create a new company, the latest move in a financial services industry which has begun consolidating businesses wracked by heavy losses tied to mortgages, according to media reports.
Israel suspected of using incendiary agent in bombs
On Sunday Human Rights Watch said that Israel's military are using the incendiary agent white phosphorus in their fired artillery shells.
Weekly Market Watch - Monday, 12 January 2009
There is a bucket of data out this week which should provide traders with a closer insight into the current economic situation in the United States.
Daily Commentary - 12/01/2009
Australian Dollar: The Aussie dollar drifted lower in local trade on Friday after posting a high of 0.7130 in early morning trade.
A luxury 5 star hotel in Auckland: The Langham Auckland, timeless elegance
Picture it: I am sipping champagne listening to Mozart just before Christmas in the Governor's Suite at the Langham Hotel in Auckland New Zealand. The fabulous suite is all 83 square metres, seven plush rooms - the works! This is where celebrities and the rich and famous hideaway. A blind man could tell why the Langham in Auckland was named New Zealand's best hotel in 2007.
Death toll in Costa Rica quake rises to 19
Costa Rica is battling to find survivors in one of the strongest earthquakes to hit Costa Rica in 150 years.
Gaza conflict continues to intensify
The conflict between Israel and Gaza continues entering its 16th day and neither side is willing to respond to international calls for an immediate cease fire.
Hamas leader says Gaza attacks have killed chance of talks with Israel
A top leader of Palestinian paramilitary group Hamas said Saturday the war in Gaza has killed the last chance for settlement and negotiations with Israel.