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Deutsche Bank scandal could potentially save the EU
Business, Published on 02/11/2016
» The multi-billion-dollar fine recently imposed by the US government on Germany's Deutsche Bank for mis-selling mortgage securities in the US has done little to improve confidence in the EU, which remains plagued by slow economic growth, high unemployment, immigration challenges and mounting uncertainty. What the Deutsche Bank scandal has done is shine a light on a last-resort option -- a kind of Hail Mary pass in American football terms -- that could potentially save the European project.
Buyer beware when it comes to e-payments
Life, James Hein, Published on 02/11/2016
» A while back a reader asked about the security of e-payment systems and how it will affect the cash market. There are a number of these systems available around the world and like most things if they aren't here in Thailand now they will be in the future.
Sony FDR-X3000R
Life, AKIN, Published on 02/11/2016
» Take POV action movies to a new level with high-resolution 4K. Capture stable images as never before with Balanced Optical SteadyShot. Shoot anywhere with the action cam real-world rugged design. Image results can be improved by using the action cam with the optional accessory motor vibration absorber. An optional remote controller doubles as a mountable controller for convenient use with accessories. Use the 4K time-lapse feature to shoot a series of stills of a scene over a period of time. The action cam app can create a time-lapse movie in Full HD.
What's in a name?
Life, Kaona Pongpipat, Published on 02/11/2016
» For "smooth cultural integration", Thai international study agency Smart NZ Education advises that students with nicknames like Poo, Pee and Porn consider alternatives. The issue made headlines earlier last month after a report by the New Zealand Herald indicated that students might get "harassed if nothing is done". That's not unlikely, despite the fact that "faeces", "urine" and "pornography" -- the formal English words for the aforementioned nicknames -- weren't exactly those parents' intention when their children first came into the world.
All Blacks 'planet's best team', says Jenkins
AFP, Published on 02/11/2016
» LONDON - Wales great Neil Jenkins believes New Zealand are now the world's best side in any sport.
Eagles receiver Huff stopped with gun, marijuana - reports
AFP, Published on 02/11/2016
» LOS ANGELES - Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Josh Huff was found in possession of a gun and marijuana after being arrested for speeding, US media reports said Tuesday.
Hansen and Jones on World Rugby awards shortlist
AFP, Published on 02/11/2016
» LONDON - New Zealand's Steve Hansen and England's Eddie Jones were among the nominees shortlisted on Tuesday for the annual World Rugby awards.
Facebook-owned Instagram getting into shopping
AFP, Published on 02/11/2016
» SAN FRANCISCO - Instagram on Tuesday said it will start testing features that let smartphone or tablet users easily buy items they find on the popular photo and video sharing service.
Trump targets Democratic states after shock poll boost
AFP, Published on 02/11/2016
» EAU CLAIRE (UNITED STATES) - Donald Trump stormed into traditionally Democratic territory on Tuesday in a last-ditch bid to open up a path to an unlikely White House win, buoyed by a shock new poll showing him edging ahead of Hillary Clinton.
Griezmann strikes late winner as Atletico advance
AFP, Published on 02/11/2016
» MADRID - Antoine Griezmann scored a 93rd-minute winner as Atletico Madrid secured their place in the last 16 of the Champions League on Tuesday with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over FC Rostov at the Vicente Calderon.