BEIJING – Academic publisher Springer Nature said Wednesday it has blocked access to articles within China to comply with demands from the Chinese government, amid a push by Beijing to tighten controls on information from outside the country. Continue Reading Below The company said in a statement that less than […]
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Netflix’s ‘House of Cards’ halt a ‘non-event for subscriber growth,’ analyst says
Netflix’s (NFLX) ability to attract new subscribers through its original content should remain strong despite the looming cancellation of its flagship series “House of Cards” amid a sexual assault allegation against star Kevin Spacey, a Wall Street analyst told FOX Business. Continue Reading Below Once the centerpiece of Netflix’s original […]
Starbucks releases a color-it-in-yourself holiday cup
NEW YORK – It’ll be a (mostly) white Christmas cup for Starbucks this year. The coffee chain’s latest holiday design lets customers color it in themselves. Continue Reading Below The company says the cups — which are typically red-themed — will be in stores Wednesday. A cup sleeve to go […]
Postal Service eyes next-day Sunday delivery for holidays
WASHINGTON – As consumers demand ever-quicker and convenient package delivery, the U.S. Postal Service wants to boost its business this holiday season by offering what few e-commerce retailers can provide: cheap next-day service with packages delivered Sundays to your home. Continue Reading Below Retail giant Walmart says it is considering […]
Russia probe snags GOP, Democratic interests
WASHINGTON – The indictment that alleges covert foreign lobbying by two former Trump campaign officials is casting shadows on three powerful Washington lobbying and legal firms, with Democratic as well as Republican ties, broadening the stakes of the Russia investigation and drawing in the brother of Hillary Clinton’s campaign chairman. […]
Asian shares rise on optimism on growth, Wall Street gains
TOKYO – Asian shares were higher Wednesday on optimism about global economic growth following gains on Wall Street. Continue Reading Below KEEPING SCORE: Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 added 1.9 percent to close at 22,420.08. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 added 0.5 percent to 5,937.80. South Korea’s Kospi gained 1.3 percent to 2,556.47. […]
Sony revives pet AI project with updated robot dog
Japan’s Sony said on Wednesday it has brought back AIBO more than a decade since it last made the robotic dog, as the electronics and entertainment firm seeks to rebuild its reputation for innovation after years of restructuring. Continue Reading Below The announcement comes a day after Sony confirmed its […]
Japan’s Abe re-elected PM after big election win
Japan’s Shinzo Abe was re-elected prime minister on Wednesday after his ruling bloc’s big election win last month and days ahead of a visit by U.S. President Donald Trump that is expected to be dominated by concerns over a volatile North Korea. Continue Reading Below Abe, 63, took office in […]
Brent oil near 2-year highs as OPEC’s compliance with cuts improves
Brent crude oil prices were near two-year highs on Wednesday as OPEC has significantly improved compliance with its pledged supply cuts and Russia is also seen keeping to the deal. Continue Reading Below Brent futures, the international benchmark for oil prices, were at $61.15 per barrel at 0504 GMT, up […]
Dodgers rally past Astros to force Game Seven
Corey Seager’s sixth inning sacrifice fly helped the Los Angeles Dodgers eke out a come-from-behind 3-1 Game Six victory over the Houston Astros on Tuesday to force a World Series decider. Continue Reading Below Seager’s deep fly ball to right field allowed Chase Utley to scamper home for the go-ahead […]