Bank Stress Tests Simply Aren't Credible
Central banks that undertake stress tests of the banking system are effectively grading their own papers. That's a big problem according to Kevin Dowd.
Central banks that undertake stress tests of the banking system are effectively grading their own papers. That's a big problem according to Kevin Dowd.
Here's why CLSA analyst Mike Mayo is sounding the all-clear on the U.S. financial system and is bullish on bank stocks.
Jennifer Aniston has revealed that she is working on a cookbook! The 46-year-old actress opened up to Yahoo about what she would do if she had the opportunity to create any kind of product or category. “I would like to do a lifestyle thing, for people who struggle with dieting. I could just make anything [...]
Hollywood has been coming for Damien Szifron, the writer/director behind the Oscar-nominated "Wild Tales." He has already been tapped to pen the screenplay for Mark Wahlberg's "The Six Billion Dollar Man," and Tri-Star has him lined up to direct his first English-language film. But he's got an even more exciting project lining up. READ MORE: Review: Impressive Oscar Nominee 'Wild Tales' Makes Director Damien Szifron One To Watch Deadline reports that Szifron will write and direct the entire run... Читать дальше...
Gawker Media's CEO, Nick Denton, said on Friday that he is not disturbed by his staff's vote to unionize.
Stefanie Scott makes her red carpet entrance at the premiere of her new movie, Insidious: Chapter 3, on Thursday (June 4) at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. The 18-year-old actress stars in the new film, which is a prequel to the first two movies in the horror franchise. Make sure to check out our [...]
Mo Farah will find himself under pressure today as he prepares to respond over the Panorama investigation that this week made doping allegations about his coach, Alberto Salazar, and his training partner, Galen Rupp.
The 70/30 split for digital content always felt like a rough-and-ready decision
Consumer borrowing surged again in April, propelled by the largest gain in credit card borrowing in a year.
Isla Fisher shows off her incredible figure in a form-fitting dress while walking around the set of her upcoming movie Keeping Up with the Joneses on Wednesday (June 3) in Atlanta, Ga. The 39-year-old actress was joined on set by her co-star Jon Hamm. PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Isla Fisher Isla looked [...]
For over 50 years, Doctor Who has changed the face of science fiction. With more than 800 episodes, and adventures spanning all of time and space, this icon of television science fiction may seem a little intimidating. But the good news is, it’s really quite simple. Here’s the io9 guide to Doctor Who.
Paula Radcliffe has admitted being shocked by the Nike Oregon Project drug allegations and called for a thorough investigation.
Alright, you’ve had your 100% outrage about Emma Stone’s character’s ¼ Hawaiian lineage, you haven’t accepted Cameron Crowe’s mostly apology, and you’re still heated over how bad his latest movie “Aloha” is. The film and its “racial weirdness” may be ill-advised, but we can probably all agree that Cameron Crowe, at the very least, knows how to put together a decent mixtape. While the “Aloha” soundtrack features 19 songs, including a new track written by Sigur Rós' Jónsi and Alex Somers, the full movie contains nearly 60 songs. Читать дальше...
African states’ growth rates could increase by an average two percent if the continent resolved its infrastructure deficit, former British PM Gordon Brown said at the World Economic Forum.
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Tell me this, will you miss money? I ask the question because there has been a wave of publicity about the fact that cash is losing popularity. Figures from the Payments Council reveal that the total number of cash payments made by consumers, businesses and financial firms in the UK fell to 48 per cent last year, from 52 per cent in 2013, the first time that “non-cash” payments have topped those made with hard currency.
Pharrell Williams rocks a cool leather jacket while stepping out with his wife Helen Lasichanh on Wednesday (June 3) in New York City. Earlier in the day, the 42-year-old entertainer showed some support for rapper Pusha T, who experienced racism at Virginia Beach’s Venue 112 earlier this week. PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of [...]
Back in March 2014, I questioned whether UK borrowers had ever had it so good; however, some 15 months later, the deals and rates on offer for people with a decent credit record are better than ever.
The Huskies are also adding junior college transfer Malik Dime and Auburn transfer Matthew Atewe, who must sit out one season due to NCAA transfer rules. Dickerson originally committed to the Gators but was granted his release after Billy Donovan left Florida to become the head coach of the NBA's Oklahoma City Thunder.
Bargain Hunter is always on the lookout for fresh insights into how to make the most of our money, and a new book is packed full of them. Money Made Easy is written by Mark King and Laura Whitcombe, editor and deputy editor of Moneywise magazine.
Victoria's lawyer Paul Paxton said the family were 'distraught'.