News & Comments: 07/04/16

Monday, July 4, 2016

#NASA - Optimistic About Juno's Approach to Jupiter: Associated Press

Published on 4 Jul 2016

After a nearly five-year journey, a solar-powered spacecraft is passing Jupiter's inner moons as it readies for the closest encounter with the biggest planet in the solar system. (July 4)

#UK - Lawyers launch Brexit legal challenge.'Brexit is an example of what nationalists and populists can do' : FRANCE 24 English

Published on 4 Jul 2016

The British government faces a legal challenge to stop it beginning the process of leaving the European Union without an act of parliament, a law firm announced Sunday. Lawyers at Mishcon de Reya argue that the British government cannot trigger Article 50, the legal process for leaving the EU, without a parliamentary debate and vote authorising it to do so.

'Brexit is an example of what nationalists and populists can do'

Published on 4 Jul 2016

This week we focus on the fallout from Brexit. Our guest is Bulgarian President Rossen Plevneliev. He is saddened by the result but he urges the European family to stand together in this time of crisis.

As Bulgarian head of state he points out that Brexit and the referendum is an example of how direct democracy "can help but can also create problems for democracies if it falls into the hands of nationalists". He denounces the way that politicians misled people with "false" arguments during the Brexit campaign and declares that "Brexit is also an example of what nationalists and populists can do".

He compares migration to an earthquake that you can’t stop but that you can at least try to control, by protecting the borders but also by addressing the issues in Syria and in Iraq.

Presented by Eve Irvine
Produced by Isabelle Romero and Mathilde Bénézet

#UK - How Brexit will affect house prices | FT Business: Financial Times

Published on 4 Jul 2016

Following the UK’s decision to leave the EU, many people in the process of buying new homes are having second thoughts about whether to go through with their purchases. The FT’s Judith Evans examines the outlook for UK house prices.

#Australia - elections: New politicians headed for Canberra: Al Jazeera English

Published on 4 Jul 2016

Australian voters are still waiting to find out the overall result of their national election after voting on Saturday.
But what’s clear is that a record number of independent candidates and representatives from very small parties have been elected.

Al Jazeera’s Andrew Thomas takes a look at the eclectic group of politicians Australians are sending to Canberra.

#Ukraine - National Police Chief Stages Two Wars: Against criminals and corrupt officials: UKRAINE TODAY

Published on 4 Jul 2016

In July 2015 the Ukrainian government started to gradually introduce the brand-new police force in the country's cities.

Now, almost a year since, we are joined by Ukraine's police chief Khatia Dekanoidze to discuss this major reform of the Ukrainian government.

Khatia Dekanoidze: "I can't say that of course that all police officers are fair right now – of course they are not. But we're trying to get rid of the corrupted officers.

I can face this pressure or stress every day, because it's my everyday job. And nobody can't deny that this is a tough job. Of course, it is tough. Because on the one hand we have to fight against criminals, and on the other hand – do some reforms.

There are a lot of signs of sabotage, resistance from the system, especially at the first phase, when we started"

#USA - President Obama set to campaign with Clinton: Fox News

Published on 4 Jul 2016

Mike Emanuel reports from Chappaqua, New York

#USA - Toxic Algae Bloom Cancels Some Florida July 4th Celebrations: ABC News

Published on 4 Jul 2016

Residents have been complaining about headaches, respiratory issues and rashes since polluted water was drained from Lake Okeechobee weeks ago.

West Africa is a great place to operate from and at low cost says Kodal Minerals (LON:KOD): ProactiveInvestors Stocktube

Published on 4 Jul 2016

Bernard Aylward, chief executive at mining and exploration company Kodal Minerals (LON:KOD) talks to Proactive Investors about the recent acquisition of its West African gold portfolio, which includes eight mineral licences and two licence applications covering a collection of highly prospective gold exploration targets in Côte d'Ivoire and Mali.

"The company has changed focus. We are now gold-focused, West African explorers but we are maintaining our lookout for other projects. We focus on Africa but we are assessing all opportunities," Aylward explains, whilst adding he is seeing a lot of positive newsflow for gold recently.

"West Africa is a great place to operate from," he adds, highlighting the low operating costs.

http://www.kodalminerals.com/

http://www.4-traders.com/KODAL-MINERALS-PLC-15311793/

C4X (LON:C4XD) Discovery's technology has flagged new areas to develop drugs: ProactiveInvestors Stocktube

Published on 4 Jul 2016

Taxonomy 3 analyses publicly available databases to identify previously unknown linkages between genes and diseases.

C4X Discovery Holdings (LON:C4XD) chief executive Clive Dix said the company had studied rheumatoid arthritis and Parkinson's disease data. "What we have found are genes that are highly associated with these diseases."

http://www.c4xdiscovery.com/

http://www.4-traders.com/C4X-DISCOVERY-HOLDINGS-PL-18426389/

#Iraq - The Search For Answers. Special Report: Sky News

Published on 4 Jul 2016

In one of the most forensic examinations of Government activity in UK history, on Wednesday the Chilcot Inquiry will be published, seven years after its launch.

#UK - Tory leadership contest: rival candidates May and Leadsom outline Brexit plans: FRANCE 24 English

Published on 4 Jul 2016

Theresa May has established an early lead among the 5 candidates vying to take David Cameron's place as prime minister.

Stage 3 by Jacky DURAND & Onboard camera - Stage 2 (Saint-Lô / Cherbourg-en-Cotentin) - Tour de France 2016

Published on 3 Jul 2016

More information on:
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#UK - Financial stocks falter | Market Minute: Financial Times

Published on 4 Jul 2016

Michael Mackenzie, FT markets editor, highlights what to look for in the markets on Monday, including weakness in financial stocks and strength in silver.

#Ukraine-NATO Cooperation: Deputy Defence Minister on what Kyiv should expect from NATO summit: UKRAINE TODAY

Published on 2 Jul 2016

Joining UT is Ihor Dolhov, Ukraine's Deputy Defence Minister for European Integration and former head of the Ukrainian mission to NATO.

Mr Dolhov speaks about the platform on countering hybrid war, which will be launched jointly by NATO and Ukraine in Kyiv this year. It will operate on a regular basis, with experts and expertise from both sides.

#Southeast Asia - It's Grab Over Uber: Wall Street Journal

Published on 4 Jul 2016

A startup called Grab, which isn't well-known outside Southeast Asia, is beating Uber in the race for the region's passengers. Photo: Warangkana Chomchuen/The Wall Street Journal

WTI Crude Oil and Natural Gas Forecast July 4, 2016: DailyForex

Published on 1 Jul 2016

The WTI Crude Will market rallied during the course of the day on Friday after initially falling. However, we are still well below the $50 level, an area that I believe is going to be rather resistive. I also have a downtrend line drawn on the chart that I believe is of significance, so at this point in time I don’t necessarily by this contract although it would necessarily surprise me if we got a little bit higher during the day. Remember, we will only have limited electronic trading during the day as the Americans will be celebrating Independence Day. Because of this, liquidity might be an issue so we could get sudden moves, but my experience has been that more often than not, we get nothing. With this, I am looking for some type of candle that I can trade on the daily chart but it probably won’t occur until Tuesday.

Published on 4 Jul 2016

تتوقع السوق جولة أخرى من التحفيز النقدي التي ستدعم أسعار المعادن الثمينة والأسهم والسندات.

يقوم زوج اليورو/الدولار الأمريكي بالتركز فوق مستوى 1.10 ويبدو أنه يسير على غير هدى، ولكن في ظل انجراف طفيف نحو الأعلى.

الذهب يرتفع مع زخم صعودي قوي، ولقد اقترب من أعلى مستوى له من الأسبوع الماضي، وقد يسجل أعلى مستوى له منذ سنتين.

بدأ زوج الجنيه الإسترليني/الدولار الأمريكي بالاستقرار في نطاق أكثر طبيعية بين المستويات 1.32 و1.34، على الرغم من أن الشكوك التي سببها التصويت لصالح خروج بريطانيا من الاتحاد الأوروبي لا يزال قائماً.

لمزيد من الأخبار و التحليلات اليومية قم بزيارة:

#UK - Nigel Farage Says He Will Step Down As UKIP Leader: Sky News

Published on 4 Jul 2016

"During the referendum campaign I said 'I want my country back'. What I'm saying today is 'I want my life back'

#España - Titulares Noticias 14.30 h. / Buenos días Castilla y León (04/07/2016): Radio Televisión de Castilla y León

Titulares Noticias 14.30 h.

Published on 4 Jul 2016

Buenos días Castilla y León (04/07/2016)

#UK - George Osborne pledges corporation tax cut: FRANCE 24 English

Published on 4 Jul 2016

Britain's finance minister, George Osborne, has announced plans to cut the UK's corporate tax rate below 15% in an effort to attract investment after it leaves the EU. The cut would bring the UK's rate to one of the lowest in Europe. In an interview with the Financial Times, Mr Osborne outlined a five-point plan to boost the British economy. Also today: Dory finds plenty of success at the box office.

#Euro2016 - Almost Perfect!' France Beats Iceland 5-2: FRANCE 24 English

Published on 4 Jul 2016

FRENCH PAPERS Monday 04.07.16: Unsurprisingly, there's one story dominating the French front pages - Les Bleus' action-packed 5-2 win against Iceland in the European Championship quarter finals. Many papers are now daring to dream that France might just win the tournament...with others keen to pay hommage to Iceland, a team that punched well above its weight for longer than anyone had expected.

#Saudi Arabia - 'suicide bomb attack' near US consulate in Jeddah: euronews (in English

Published on 3 Jul 2016

A suicide bomber has died in a blast opposite the US Consulate in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, state TV reports.

Two security guards were said to be lightly injured after the man detonated a device in the Red Sea city in the early hours of American Independence Day (July 4).

==#BREAKING overnight: suicide bomber detonates himself outside the US consulate in #Jeddah #SaudiArabia, 2 injured pic.twitter.com/2JKqE4Ru3E— Amichai Stein (@AmichaiStein1) July 4, 2016
==

The US State Department h…
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#USA - Is America still great? Al Jazeera English

Published on 4 Jul 2016

As the United States marks Independence Day, Donald Trump is making headway in the presidential race with his slogan, "Make America Great Again". It implies greatness existed in the past, but not anymore.

Al Jazeera's Rob Reynolds reports from Philadelphia.

#Venezuela - oil revenues plunge sharply: Al Jazeera English

Published on 3 Jul 2016

Venezuela's state oil company says its revenues have fallen by forty-one percent in the past year. It follows a steep drop in global oil prices that has contributed to an economic crisis in the South American nation. The country's recession and triple-digit inflation has caused concern it may not be able to honour its large debts.

Al Jazeera's Lucia Newman reports.

#Turkey - citizenship for Syrian refugees? euronews (in English)

Published on 3 Jul 2016

Turkey's president has hinted that Syrian refugees in the country could be offered citizenship.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been speaking at a dinner breaking the Ramadan fast in the border city of Kilis, where the number of refugees is higher than the local Turkish population.

"I would say to my brothers coming from Syria that we see you as our brothers and sisters," Erdogan told the crowd.

"If you see us as your brothers too, then you are not far away from your country, you are just away from…
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#USA - Mariah Carey, Common, Judith Hill, Estelle perform at Essence Festival: Associated Press

Published on 3 Jul 2016

Mariah Carey, Common, Judith Hill, Estelle perform at Essence Festival

#USA - Man Severely Injured by Explosion in New York's Central Park: ABC News

Published on 3 Jul 2016

The explosion brought a rapid response from the NYPD, which is already on heightened alert this holiday weekend.

Forex Trading Video: Expect Dollar, Euro and Pound Volatility in the Week Ahead: Forex News by DailyFX

Published on 1 Jul 2016

@JohnKicklighter

Talking Points:

• Shock-wary Pound traders should keep a close eye on Tuesday's BoE Financial Stability Report

• US NFPs, Eurozone investor sentiment, Chinese reserve and the RBA decision represent other key event risk

• Keep the big picture condition of risk trends in view as speculative appetite is stretched

EUR/USD and GBP/USD Forecast July 4, 2016: DailyForex

Published on 1 Jul 2016

The EUR/USD pair had a fairly volatile day on Friday, but did end up forming a positive candle. At the moment, we are testing the bottom of an uptrend line that had previously been very important. Because of this, we could get a little bit of resistance but at this point in time I think the one thing you can count on more than anything else in this pair: volatility. I do not like buying the Euro at this point, I think there are far too many reasons the think that there could be trouble down the road, so I’m waiting to see whether or not we get an exhaustive candle. We do, I will not hesitate to sell this pair. It makes quite a bit of sense that the US dollar will strengthen over the longer term, because quite frankly the only real concern with the US dollar is that there will be any interest-rate hikes soon.