ConAgra Foods first-quarter results at a glanceSeptember 22nd, 2009 ConAgra Foods first-quarter results at a glanceHOW THEY DID: Omaha, Neb.-based ConAgra Foods Inc. earned $165.9 million, or 37 cents per share, for the quarter.
German conglomerate Siemens buys majority in Yangtze Delta and GIS Steel & Aluminum of ChinaAugust 26th, 2009 Siemens buys majority in 2 Chinese metal companiesFRANKFURT — German industrial conglomerate Siemens AG said Wednesday it bought a majority stake in two small Chinese metal companies, but did not release financial details. Munich-based Siemens said its energy division acquired the majority holding in Yangtze Delta Manufacturing, a metalworking company, and aluminum foundry GIS Steel & Aluminum Products, both of which are headquartered in Hangzhou.
Giant Interactive 2Q earnings fall 34 percent as sales decline, but still beats expectationsAugust 19th, 2009 Giant Interactive 2Q earnings fall 34 percentSHANGHAI — Chinese online game developer Giant Interactive Group Inc. on Tuesday reported a 34 percent decline in second-quarter earnings on declining revenue.
9 tips for affordable summer activities that grandparents can do with the grandkidsJuly 15th, 2009 9 savings tips for grandparents with grandkidsPacking the kids off to their grandparents' instead of summer camp is one way some parents are cutting back during the recession. Grandparents who have become the new summer destination may find it challenging to keep young kids entertained without spending a lot of money.
Internet ad revenue falls 5 pct in first quarter, first year-over-year decline since 2002June 5th, 2009 Internet ad revenue falls 5 pct in first quarterPHILADELPHIA — Internet advertising revenue is down 5 percent. The decline in the first quarter of 2009 represents the first year-over-year decline in seven years as the recession takes its toll even on the hardiest of ad sectors.
Bharti Airtel launches two DTH entry packsMay 11th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Leading telecom operator Bharti Airtel Monday announced the launch of two new entry packages for Digital TV, its direct-to-home (DTH) service. The packages, priced at Rs.1,850 and Rs.2,000, offer a three-month free subscription to various bouquets of channels and interactive services.
Akkriti's family cheers principal's resignation, teacher denies reportApril 24th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The family of Akkriti Bhatia, the Class 12 student who died of an asthma attack in the elite Modern School in Vasant Vihar here, Friday momentarily cheered at the news that the school principal had resigned. But principal Goldy Malhotra soon clarified that she had not stepped down.
Tech Mahindra's open offer for Satyam begins June 12April 22nd, 2009 MUMBAI - Tech Mahindra Wednesday announced its open offer for a 20-percent additional stake in Satyam Computer Services at Rs.58 per share, after buying 31 percent equity in the IT bellwether following a global auction. The offer to all existing shareholders of the Hyderabad-headquartered Satyam opens June 12 and closes July 1, the company told the regulators.
Sushma Swaraj '101 percent' sure of NDA getting majorityApril 4th, 2009 RAIPUR - Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sushma Swaraj, who faced flak for her recent statement that the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) might not get a clear majority in the Lok Sabha polls, Saturday said she was '101 percent' confident that the group would get a clear majority. 'I am 101 percent sure that BJP will be the single largest party and the NDA will get a clear majority,' she told reporters here.
PCB to get compensation for Champion Trophy switchMarch 18th, 2009 KARACHI - The cash-strapped Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will get a financial boost later this year as it is set to receive $2.75 million from the International Cricket Council (ICC) as an additional share from the incomes generated by the Champions Trophy. The Champions Trophy has been shifted to South Africa but as original host, Pakistan will receive $2 million as its share from the gate money and another $750,000 as hosting fees.
Even kids know to agree with the majorityMarch 14th, 2009 WASHINGTON - We tend to go with the opinion of the majority when we're not sure what to do. When do we begin adopting this strategy?
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US government to control 36 percent of Citi; Pandit keeps his jobFebruary 28th, 2009 WASHINGTON - The US government Friday announced a deal with Citigroup that will give it control over as much as 36 percent of its common stock and replace a majority of its independent directors. But Indian American CEO Vikram Pandit and Chairman Richard Parsons will retain their positions at one of America's three largest bank holding companies.
Nubile women more expressive in texting messages than menFebruary 10th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Eligible women were found to be more expressive than men in texting messages, thanks to technology. Indiana University (IU) researchers found that when men and women exchange text message in a public, interactive dating market, it is the women who use more non-standard, expressive language techniques.
Shveta Salve set to enthral fans with 'Dancing Queen'February 2nd, 2009 NEW DELHI - Television actress Shveta Salve, who lost to Mona Singh in dance reality show 'Jhalak Dikhla Jaa', will show off her dancing skills once again on small screen by making her entry in 'Dancing Queen'. 'I'm very excited about doing the show.
I had better offer to exit: Pyramid Saimira promoterDecember 23rd, 2008 CHENNAI - To emphasise that he has no wish to leave the company he heads, Pyramid Saimira Theatre chairman P.S. Saminathan Wednesday said he had a more 'attractive offer' for his holding even before receiving a fake directive to sell out.
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