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World markets dive as Trump sparks trade, North Korea worries

Global stocks sank Wednesday after US President Donald Trump said he was not satisfied with talks that are aimed at averting a trade war with China. Equities were also dented by poor eurozone economic data, and as Trump cast doubt on a planned summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. “Trump (is) continuing to drive uncertainty over global trade,” said analyst Joshua Mahony at trading firm IG. “European markets are following their Asian counterparts lower, as a pessimistic tone from Trump is compounded by downbeat economic data,” he added. Markets had surged Monday after US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Chinese Vice Premier Liu He said they had agreed to pull back from imposing threatened tariffs on billions of dollars of goods, and continue talks on a variety of trade issues. However, Trump has declared that he was “not satisfied” with the status of the talks, fuelling worries that the world’s top two economies could still slug out an economically pain...

Federer in finals as Chung retires.

Roger Federer edged a step closer to defending his title when Hyeon Chung retired in the second set of their match on Rod Laver Arena. With the quick victory of 6/1; 5/2; retired. It was a disappointing end to a match that was preceded by great expectations of a veritable clash of age groups. Feeder won the toss and elected to receive. The first point of the match was lost by Chung when a powerful return of his serve forced a missed forehand. Although Federer lost the next point, he had two break points and achieved the break after a deuce. He delivered two aces and survived a break point before clinching the game. The first two games pointed to a battle in the offing and this was supported by Chung’s hold of serve. However, Federer commenced a one-sided run to a 5-1 lead. The sixth game was the battle of the war. With a double fault in the process, Chung faced 304- break point but hit a backhand winner to deuce. He had only one advantage opportunity while cancelling his opponent...

Barcelona, Espanyol brace up for Catalonia’s most emblematic clubs derby.

On Sunday February 4, LaLiga sides RCD Espanyol and FC Barcelona will meet at the RCDE Stadium in the latest edition of the iconic derby between Catalonia’s most emblematic clubs   The local derby between FC Barcelona and RCD Espanyol is the most important match between Catalonia’s most emblematic clubs. Since their founding more than a century ago, the rivalry between these two teams has made their games so much more than a simple football match, with the city of Barcelona passionately savouring one of LaLiga’s classic matchups. FC Barcelona was founded in 1899, and RCD Espanyol one year later, in 1900. As such, more than 115 years of derby history has been written, with successes, failures and disappointments on each side of the divide, with football always as the main protagonist and two communities of supporters anxiously awaiting each of the derby games in this Mediterranean city. Between these two historic clubs are many prominent players, both Spanish and int...

Onigbinde blasts NFF over Swedish coach.

Chief Adegboye Onigbinde Former Super Eagles coach, Chief Adegboye Onigbinde has expressed dismay over Nigeria Football Federation (NFF)’s appointment of ex-Sweden female national team coach, Thomas Dennerby to handle the Super Falcons. Onigbinde said the appointment was a clear indication that the Amaju Pinnick-led NFF has admitted failure in the area of training Nigerian coaches. There had been public outcry over NFF’s hiring of a foreign coach to replace the coach Florence Omagbemi-led technical crew that led the Falcons to win the last AFCON title in Cameroun. Onigbinde noted that if the NFF had concentrated its efforts in exposing and impacting technical knowledge on Nigerian coaches, the body would have credible managers that would be able to compete favorably with their foreign counterparts at this point in time. The erstwhile FIFA and CAF instructor said that over emphasis in hiring foreign coaches for Nigeria national teams would affect the develop...

What Happens When a Brake Failure Causes a Truck Accident.

In the aftermath of a truck accident, many truck drivers will claim that their brakes failed and caused the accident. This assertion may very well be true — DOT data shows that 29 percent of large truck crashes involved braking issues — but it does not automatically deflect fault or liability from the truck driver. Truck brakes are manufactured, maintained and inspected in order to achieve a high expectation for their functionality. Even when they do fail, fail safes often exist to ensure that a partial failure does not lead to a wreck. Therefore, a truck accident caused by “brake failure” may actually be the result of a defective product, negligent practices, or a bit of both. You and a truck accident lawyer can parse through these possibilities together as you consider the following information: Who Could Be Liable When Brake Failure Led to a Truck Accident? There are several possibilities as to who could be liable when a truck accident occurs as a result of brake failure:...

Temi Otedola And Boyfriend, Mr Eazi In Cozy Shot At Burnaboy's Party [PICS] .

Fashion blogger, Temi Otedola, caught on camera giving the comman do eyes and getting cozy with her boyfriend, starboy artiste, Mr Eazi on the dance floor at Burnaboy's listening party.

How to Check Tire Pressure.

How to Check Tire Pressure. Tires have been known to lose up to 1psi (pounds per square inch) every month, so check all tires, including your spare, once a month (or before a long trip). It’s easy. Here’s how: Purchase a trusted tire pressure gauge. Check your tires “cold” – before you’ve driven or at least three hours after you’ve driven. Insert tire pressure gauge into the valve stem on your tire. (If you are using a digital tire gauge like the one pictured, the gauge should begin reading the air pressure immediately. Refer to your air pressure gauge owners manual for correct usage instructions. If using a "pencil" style tire gauge, the gauge will “pop” out and show a measured number. When you hear a “pssst” sound, that’s air escaping the tire. The escaping air shouldn’t affect pressure substantially, unless you hold down the air pressure gauge too long.) Compare the measured psi to the psi found on the sticker inside the driver’s door of your vehicle or in owne...

AT&T Raises Eyebrows With Call for Internet Bill of Rights.

In an open letter and a series of full-page ads in major newspapers, AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson on Wednesday urged Congress to enact an Internet Bill of Rights and to bring the Net neutrality debate to an end. Although AT&T supported the Federal Communications Commission's December vote to repeal its Net neutrality rules, the company has called on legislators to establish new laws to regulate the Internet. AT&T wants to make sure there is a transparent and open Internet for all consumers, Stephenson maintained. "Legislation would not only ensure consumers' rights are protected, but it would provide consistent rules of the road for all Internet companies, across all websites, content devices and applications," Stephenson wrote in the open letter. AT&T objected to regulation under Title II, but it supported the Net neutrality rules the FCC established in 2010, which did not rely on Title II regulations, noted company spokesperson Michael Balmor...