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'Have a one-night-stand with a dress': the fashion rental revolution
Instead of buying a new dress for each event, join the sustainable fashion movement and hire your outfit instead
November Portfolio Update - Prefs And Finance
This month saw a smaller amount of overall investments, mostly going into finance, some oil/energy, preferred stock, and other debt instruments.FX is somewhat improved, but still at prohibitive levels
For Streaming Services, Navigating Generational Differences Is Key
The winners will find a profitable niche.
18 times celebrities got brutally honest about sex
Plenty of celebrities have gotten real about the amazing, bad, or downright awkward sexual experiences they’ve had.
AI Takes on Popular Minecraft Game in Machine-Learning Contest
The MineRL competition encourages coders to devise programs that learn by example
Fantasy Football Start 'Em Sit 'Em: Week 13 lineup advice, matchups, DFS picks
It's Thanksgiving week -- and your last chance to sneak into the fantasy playoffs. We have Week 13 lineup advice to help you make the right start 'em, sit 'em calls and DFS picks.
Samsung Galaxy S11 release date, price, news and leaks
The Samsung Galaxy S11 is a long way off, but we're already starting to hear things about it.
18 times celebrities got brutally honest about sex, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - From losing their virginity to the things they always do and never do, here's a round-up of times stars got honest about their sex lives.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
E.ON SE (ENAKF) CEO Johannes Teyssen on Q3 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
E.ON SE (OTCPK:ENAKF) Q3 2019 Earnings Conference Call November 29, 2019 03:30 AM ET Company Participants Carsten Thomsen-Bendixen - Interim Head of Communications and Political Affairs Group Spokesma
Humana: Patience Will Likely Achieve A Lower Buy Price
The only way an investor can realize a return from an investment in shares is through receipt of dividends and gains on share sales. I repeat - the only way.The best way to make a gain on sale of shar
Race-by-race tips and preview for Rosehill on Saturday
Racing heads back to the Gardens on Saturday with the Festival Stakes, ATC Cup and Ranvet Handicap headlining proceedings.
Will Jason Garrett be fired by Cowboys? Without key playoff wins, a contract extension won't come
There are three factors at play when it comes to the Dallas coach's job security: Jerry Jones' frustration, Garrett's contract situation and his largely pedestrian record.
South Africa's Karoo drills and prays as taps run dry
GRAAFF-REINET, South Africa (Reuters) - South Africa’s Karoo region has always been parched - it means land of thirst in the language of its earliest inhabitants, the Khoisan hunter gatherers.
Enphase: All Cats Love Fish But Fear To Wet Their Paws
Enphase Energy surprised us with victories it made this year. Revenue and operating income broke all records.The company offers us unprecedented growth, progressive technology of solar energy inversio
Rise of the machines: Why Australia's miners are racing for automation
An aerial picture from Jimblebar, one of BHP's biggest mines in the Pilbara, sums up its push to cut costs and increase productivity as iron ore demand falls.
After Zynga deal, Empires & Puzzles maker is an inspiration for Finnish game industry
After Zynga bought Small Giant Games last year for $560 million, the Empires & Puzzles maker became an inspiration for Finnish game industry
Half an operating system: The triumph and tragedy of OS/2
From the archives: IBM doesn't make consumer desktop OSes anymore for a reason.
The ultimate festive feast to serve up this Christmas
Spice up the traditional Christmas meal with a three-course feast that riffs on Asian and Italian flavours.
The battle for the Brexit-backing north
Will Britain’s election be decided in the Labour heartlands? Matthew Engel reports
The Rams have major salary-cap issues. Is their title window already closing?
Los Angeles projects to have more than $100 million in cap charges allocated to five players, and the team has little flexibility.
Kevin Greenard: Ten reasons to be cautious with Canadian equity ETFs
An ETF is a commonly used abbreviation for Exchange Traded Fund. Canada was the first country to launch an ETF in 1990 with one provider. Known as the S&P/TSX 60 Index, it essentially held the . . .
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Events from November 29 to December 5
The Curious Case Of Demolition And Restoration Of Guru Ravidas Temple
In its initial years, the judiciary undertook a very principled interference with the decisions taken by the legislature or the executive. Due to failures of successive governments, and more...
The Frugal REIT Investor
Wealth is not the same as income. Wealth is what you accumulate, not what you spend. Thomas Stanley.The foundation stone of wealth accumulation is defense. Thomas Stanley.Investors must select stocks
Swift Operations Forum Europe 2019, Amsterdam - Day 2 report
With the accelerating pace of transformation in financial services, day two of SOFE 2019 explored the direction of travel financial institutions should embark on in order to thrive in this new world.
Black Friday 2019: The best deals online at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and more stores, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Black Friday 2019 is here. Save yourself time and enjoy those Thanksgiving leftovers by shopping our researched list of the best deals in real-time.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The Alphies 2.0 - Behind The Idea's Best Of 2019 (Podcast Transcript)
For our 100th episode, we take a look back on the year that's been.We pick out favorite guests, ideas, and stories from 2019 and see if there are any lessons to take away.We also share an important an
'Allocate a chill-out zone': how to keep the family peace at Christmas
Lawyers, therapists and hostage negotiators explain how to defuse festive conflicts
Equities Slip While Investors Mark Time
The eurozone reported its preliminary estimate for November CPI rose more than expected.Germany surprised by a decline in November unemployment queues, which slimmed by 16k.The euro is stuck near its
These 30+ Mini Gifts From Sephora Will Bring Big Smiles
Gifts don't need to be expensive to be good. And, anyway, good things do come in small packages . . . and we're not just talking diamonds. These present ideas
Op-ed: Assuring women, young girls a life free from violence should be everyone’s business
Solomon Ayele Dersso (PhD) & Aya Chebbi, for Addis Standard Addis Abeba, November 29/2019 – Violence, weather in the form of verbal abuse, online trolls, sexual harassment, physical assault or rape, remains to be the most common form of oppression that women and young girls face. It is so pervasive. ...
Don't count out the Dallas Cowboys yet: Why they could make an NFL playoff run
A soft remaining schedule. A down division. And an offense that will play better. The Cowboys could still make some noise.
Movie reviews: 'Knives Out' breathes life into creaky whodunit genre
CTV movie reviewer Richard Crouse shares his take on four movies this week: 'Knives Out,' 'The Two Popes,' 'Queen & Slim,' 'Dark Waters,' and 'Lady and the Tramp.'
The best portable Bluetooth speaker
The best portable Bluetooth speaker for most people is the UE Wonderboom 2.
Normalizing Cannabis Retail With Nicole Fox (Podcast Transcript)
Nicole Fox is founder and CEO of Aeon Botanika, a wellness cannabis company in LA, and has been a cannabis activist since 2003. She co-founded two of the first dispensaries in LA, serves on the board
The top 20 F1 drivers of the 21st century: Who comes out on top in our rankings?
Who is the best Formula One driver of all time?
The Year of Return of Military Parades and its Six Dimensions on International Affairs
The year 2019 witnessed impressive military parades of the US and other regional powers. US President Donald Trump had floated the idea of having a parade in the USA in 2018 (10 November) to honour the veterans. He had been impressed by the July 2017 Bastille Day Military Parade in Paris which he witnessed during […]
The Mick Clifford Podcast: Ian Bailey’s poetic justice
Ian Bailey still lives under the shadow of a crime he has never stood trial for here, but was found guilty of in absentia in France. He now writes verse to battle a fear of extradition he tells Michael Clifford.
New Media as future of the newsroom: Myth or reality?, by Edward Dickson
The new media is the translation of Marshall McLuhan’s prediction in his seminal 1964 book, Understanding Media: Extensions of Man,
Best Dyson and Vacuum Cleaner Black Friday deals – Top offers available right now
Now is the time to pick up a discounted Dyson or vacuum cleaner in the Black Friday sale with tons of models, old and new, available for less.
Ronan Farrow: ‘Reporters ultimately don’t stop’
The investigative journalist on #MeToo and the perils of taking on the powerful
Make your own NFC data cufflinks
What do you get the person who has everything this Christmas? How about a pair of NFC data cuffflinks? Build your own with this tutorial from Sophy Wong
Tourists' presence might accelerate Antarctica's demise
A 40% increase in the number of tourists to Antarctica this year could lead to accelerated environmental degradation of the vulnerable region say scientists.
Jacques Rudolph chats to Sport24
In an exclusive interview, ex-Protea JACQUES RUDOLPH talks about “CSA needing to take full responsibility”, the best bowler he faced and braaiing for Rory McIlroy.
Movie reviews for Nov. 29, 2019
'Knives Out' PG-13 2:11 3 1/2 of 4 stars After his polarizing blockbuster trip into space with "Star Wars: The Last Jedi," writer-director Rian Johnson turns back to the stylish mysteries of his excellent crime dramas "Looper" and "Brick" with the hilarious whodunit "Knives Out." His deliciously tart Thanksgiving treat mixes the twisty puzzles of Agatha Christie's books, the sharp-edged humor of Mike Nichols' films and Johnson's own audacious storytelling style, which involves subtly seasoning the story with timely commentary on family affairs, class strife and immigration policy. Even better, he has an all-star cast eager to feast on the scenery of his cinematic game of "Clue.
An ugly truth: is cinema finally facing up to Britain's colonial past?
The Nightingale is a rare attempt to depict the brutal reality of British imperial rule. The industry must do more to tell it like it was
Trump Needs Conspiracy Theories
The president uses them for political and personal ends. The damage he’s wrought along the way won’t be easily repaired.
Driven to recover, West Herr's Scott Bieler feels gratitude
When Scott Bieler slipped on a rug in his West Falls home, fell, and injured his neck, he was in serious trouble. He couldn't move his ha...
The best board games with an app-based twist
Engadget's favorite board games that blend digital and analog play.
Cree's CEO Talks About His Firm's Big 5G and Electric Car Opportunities
During a talk with TheStreet, Cree CEO Gregg Lowe shared plenty of details about the growth opportunities in front of his firm's Wolfspeed power semiconductor and materials unit.
Best advent calendars for children and adults in 2019, from Harrods chocolate to LEGO
Like many of the popular Christmas practices we engage in today, the tradition of counting down the days until Christmas is of German origin.
Terminal illness and the predictability of pie
It was June 2010 when I first encountered the pie recipe that would change my life. If you are wondering how I can possibly remember the moment in which I found the baked good that I did not even know I had been searching for, it is because of the exterior of my life, which was rattling around like old pennies in a pocket. My father was dying. The year before, he had been diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's Disease, otherwise known as ALS.
How Whitesnake Ended for Bernie Marsden
Former Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden recalled being the author of my own demise from the band in November 2019.
The best iPads you can buy, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Apple makes the best tablets around, but it offers lots of iPads — How do you know which one to buy? We've picked the best Apple iPads in 2019.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
How to download, install, manage and use custom fonts on your iPhone and iPad
Learn how you can download, install and manage custom fonts from App Store, as well as use them in documents you create on your iPhone or iPad.
Preview: OKC's Downtown in December includes more than 30 holiday events and attractions
Some of this weekend's kickoff activities, including the OKC Tree Lighting Festival, the season's first snow tubing sessions and the first Free Holiday Water Taxi Rides, have been shifted to Saturday due to Friday's rainy weather forecast.
Best Black Friday Deals 2019 – The Complete Shopper’s Guide
Being a shopper will be a delight during this time of the year because it is not only Thanksgiving celebrations but also Black Friday! The best Black Friday Deals 2019
Sandwell General Election preview: All change in West Bromwich as stalwarts stand down
We preview the three Sandwell-only seats up for grabs at the 2019 General Election: West Bromwich East, West Bromwich West and Warley.
New on Netflix – December 2019
The good news is, The Witcher is coming to Netflix this month! The bad news is, it only starts on the 20th of December. But wait, more good news! There’s a TON of new Netflix content to keep …
How to download, install, manage and use custom fonts on your iPhone and iPad
Learn how you can download, install and manage custom fonts from App Store, as well as use them in documents you create on your iPhone or iPad.
The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Feels Like A Rocket Assembled By The Lowest Bidder
Lately in the world of fast Chevrolets, it’s the long-awaited but still mysterious mid-engine Corvette that’s captured everyone’s attention. While there’s still a ton we don’t know, it’s slated to be the true exotic-killer the ‘Vette was always meant to be. But where does that leave the current king of...
I got my teeth straightened through an online service called Candid for under $2,000 — here’s how it works, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Learn about how Candid is different from SmileDirectClub, what to expect from the treatment from beginning to end, and the cost of Candid's aligners.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Microsoft: HoloLens To Change The World - And Make Tons Of Money
MSFT is beginning to sell HoloLens 2, replacing the 2016 HoloLens with a much-improved product. The $3500 price tag (plus potential extra related services) means that this is a business and medical pr
Love the game: Drake and Taylor Swift's decade in pop dominance
Since 2009, Drake has become a cross-genre streaming star, while Swift’s glow-up has transformed her into a blockbuster brand – and their co-command of ‘pop 2.0’ isn’t wavering yet
Student Solidarity March held countrywide to demand restoration of unions, better education facilities
"Students are part of a country's political struggle. Students were depoliticised and our society has since regressed."
The best iPads you can buy
Apple is the uncontested king of tablets. The word iPad is synonymous with the word tablet. Chances are if you own a tablet at all, you have an iPad.
Five Common Misconceptions About the Electoral College
Defenders of the Electoral College argue that it was created to combat majority tyranny and support federalism, and that it continues to serve those purposes. This stance depends on a profound misunderstanding of the history of the institution.
How to Actually Promote Diversity in STEM
The future depends on a robust scientific workforce, but millions of minority students are massively underrepresented in these fields.
Camera maintenance: how to clean your camera and equipment
Camera maintenance can save you heartache, missed shots and pricey repairs. Angela Nicholson explains how to keep your kit in top condition
Central African Republic seeks a salve for the scars of war
Conflict-ravaged country hopes trials at new court in Bangui will at last punish those responsible for massacres and rape
The Aramco IPO And The OPEC Meeting Could Support The Price Of Crude Oil
The Saudis want to sell a piece of Aramco.Watch the OPEC meeting for clues.Iran provides support for the energy commodity.U.S. energy policy could shift.UCO and SCO are tools for those who do not trad
Party lines: five writers' verdicts on the election manifestos
Time for ‘real change’? ‘Unleash’ Britain’s potential? And what does ‘Wales, it’s us’ mean? Five writers tear apart the party manifestos to show what they’re actually saying
How North Korea Soured on Donald Trump
Kim Jong Un only wanted to engage with the president. Now he’s turning on him.
Act Fast! Here Are 20+ Sephora Black Friday Deals That Knock Up to 50% Off
Sephora's Black Friday deals are here, and all types of beauty goodies are included . . . um, even La Mer face cream and Sunday Riley skincare treatments?!
Clark Handicap in Kentucky and Matriarch in California top weekend horse racing
Nov. 29 (UPI) -- Nasty weather played havoc on horse racing on both coasts Thanksgiving Day, but the remainder of the holiday weekend promises some top-shelf contests, including the Clark Handicap at Churchill Downs and the Matriarch at Del Mar.
49ers, Ravens use highly effective, but very different, rushing attacks to excel
The 49ers and Ravens have both ridden devastating rushing attacks to the top of the NFL. We break down how they've been effective.
The Full Guide to Black Friday Tech Deals: Over 200 deals and counting
Black Friday kickstarts the opening of the holiday shopping season and there are tons of deals to be had on tech. We've cut out the fat and the fluff, and created an all-encompassing list with all the relevant tech deals…
'I don't think Australia wants to become a place where we just watch others play sport'
Back in her role in development after a few months as acting head of team performance, Belinda Clark maps the road ahead for grass roots cricket in Australia | ESPNcricinfo.com
Black Friday 2019: Sheets, Pillows And Bedding Sales
Black Friday is the perfect opportunity to upgrade your bedspread for the year ahead. There are currently a stack of deals going from the likes of Sheridan, Morgan & Finch, Cotton House and stacks more. Here are the best online bargains you can get right now, including 60% off fitted sheets, $150 off quilts and 45%...
Donald Trump, Meet Your Precursor
Andrew Johnson pioneered the recalcitrant racism and impeachment-worthy subterfuge the president is fond of.
How To Be A Great Investor, Part 5: Think Probabilistically
Outlines how to think probabilistically about the chances of a new factor’s or a new strategy’s success.Discusses the problems of optimization.Explains why it’s a mistake to estimate an “expected retu
Week 13 NFL game picks, schedule guide, playoff scenarios and more
What to watch for in every game. Bold predictions. Fantasy advice. Key stats to know. And, of course, score predictions. It's all here for Week 13.
Best charity Christmas gifts 2019 for presents that give back
While Christmas is a time for giving and sharing with your family and friends, it can also be used as an opportunity to give to charity.
Dell's Black Friday sale rolls on with big discounts on laptops, desktops and monitors
Updated Friday with new desktop, laptop and monitor deals for the US and UK!
Donald Trump, Meet Your Precursor
Andrew Johnson pioneered the recalcitrant racism and impeachment-worthy subterfuge the president is fond of.
Every time Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have opened up about their relationship
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend recently celebrated their sixth wedding anniversary, but have been together for more than 13 years.
Best free and public DNS servers of 2020
Using an alternative DNS can have many benefits, particularly if you pick a good one.
The Startling Low Bar to Ace a Fingerprint Examiner’s Proficiency Test
One wrong match could send an innocent person to prison or see a killer go free. But it doesn’t take much to qualify as an expert.
10 of the best hotels for a budget-friendly stay in Seville, from Moorish mansions to boutique boltholes
An insider's guide to the best cheap hotels in Seville, including the top affordable places to stay for comfortable rooms, great breakfasts and location.
‘Knives Out’ Casts Daniel Craig and Chris Evans Against Type and the Results Are Magnificent
The Knives Out cast brilliantly asks two major movie stars to play very different roles and the result is a welcome reminder of their range.
Best Smartwatch and Fitness Tracker Deals Black Friday 2019: Apple Watch, Fitbit, Android, Galaxy [Updated]
There's no better time than Black Friday to pick up a great new smartwatch or fitness tracker. We've compiled a list of common questions and our favorite smart trackers for you to consider as you prepare to shop!
Every time Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have opened up about their relationship, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Here are the times the musician and model have been honest about their romance, from talking about their sex life to their infertility struggles.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
MOVIES & BOOZE: Beers for Christmas Day
Christmas is upon us, so as part of the planning for Christmas, we are looking at a couple of bee...
Vinegar Syndrome’s Black Friday Sales Are Live, Including Surprise Blu-ray Debut of 1986’s ‘Spookies’!
Now through Monday, December 2nd at 11:59pm EST, Vinegar Syndrome‘s annual Black Friday sale is live, with deals including 50% off nearly everything and the unveiling of two new surprise release titles: 1973’s The Candy Snatchers and the Blu-ray debut of 1986’s Spookies! Other brand new releases now available for Black Friday are Vice Academy […]
Global startups further expand Turkish software exports
Many global startups based in Turkey and operating in sectors as varied as cybersecurity, gaming, entertainment, health and financial technology, are making a marked contribution to the country's exports and the nurturing of well-trained human resources
Gaahl: The evolution of a black metal icon
He made a career helping to define black metal across two decades with the likes of Trelldom and Gorgoroth. So what made him leave the subgenre behind for his new venture?
Red Letters / November 29 2019: Fly Liverpool fly, and feeling concerned, hopeful, optimistic and thankful
LFC Stories: The latest instalment of our Red Letters series as the duo discuss the win over Crystal Palace, Napoli and watching the Reds from the air
Durjoy Datta Wants To Know Why You’re Still Reading Him
11 years after his blockbuster debut, the best-selling writer is still accessible and down-to-earth—and willing to take some risks.
The Story Behind Every Song on the Rolling Stones’ ‘Let It Bleed’
Here's the story behind every song on the Rolling Stones' 1969 LP, 'Let It Bleed.'
Trump thanks troops in Afghanistan, says Taliban want a deal
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan (AP) - President Donald Trump paid a surprise Thanksgiving visit to Afghanistan, where he announced the U.S. and the Taliban have been engaged in ongoing peace talks and said he believes the Taliban want a cease-fire.
Election polls aren’t broken, but they still can’t predict the future
Swing voters, skewed samples, and more have always limited the ability to pick a winner
Thursday’s Geoff Rickly: “I Wasn’t A Natural Singer. For Years People Used To Call Me ‘Tone Geoff’”
Geoff Rickly discusses the life and times of Thursday, heroin addiction, recovery and the potential return of No Devotion…
A long forgotten Canadian discovery used to treat superbugs
A cystic fibrosis patient infected with a dangerous superbug has become one of the first Canadians to try phage therapy -- inhaling viruses found in sewage to kill the bacteria in her lungs. The experimental treatment, discovered in Canada over a century ago, may become a new weapon in the war against drug resistant bacteria.
Here’s everything we know about WeWork’s layoffs and next steps as the co-working giant looks to right itself
Here’s everything we know about what’s going on inside WeWork:
"In polluted Delhi, the diesel car of the future may act like a filter on the road"
There is lot of conversion happening from diesel to gasoline and to compressed natural gas but still for most of the long-haul applications, diesels are here to stay for a few years