Monday, 5 October 2015

Google Takes Stake in Messaging Startup Symphony Communication Services - WSJ www.wsj.com/articles/google-takes-stake-in-messaging-startup-symphony-communication-services-1444070497 New fundraising round values Symphony at $650 million Google Inc. has invested in a new round of funding for Symphony Communication Services LLC that values the Wall Street-backed messaging company at about $650 million, people familiar with the matter said. Google's support adds a technology-industry stalwart to the list of banks and investment firms-such as Goldman Sachs Group Inc., Morgan... Mute Breaking News breakingnewscom Breaking News} Breaking News breakingnewscom


I can turn it around. I know I can - and I will.” Tim Sherwood accepts it's frustrating for the fans to see his new-look side struggling to find form but he is immensely confident that he can start the side on an upward curve. Check out his views: http://bit.ly/1M616Dz


Three of Obama's ambassadorial nominees put on hold after Secret Service leak www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/federal-eye/wp/2015/10/05/three-of-obamas-ambassadorial-nominees-put-on-hold-after-secret-service-leak/?postshare=9581444064340038 Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) said Monday morning that he is putting a hold on three of President Obama's ambassadorial nominees until the administration shows it is taking steps to punish Secret Service staff involved in leaking unflattering information about a lawmaker. "This was apparently a violation of law, and absolutely shocking conduct," Cotton said in an interview.


NIMASA seeks private sector partnerships to boost indigenous shipping and blue economy

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) says it is stepp...