News that 25 years of the web made happen March 11, 2014 IT’S HARD to imagine a time when it wasn’t around, but believe it or not today marks the 25th birthday of the internet. That means the world wide web is the same age as the Louvre’s Glass Pyramid, fashion house DKNY and, er, Tim Burton’s Batman movie. Pats on the back all round for proud parent [...]
Why robots are finally breaking into business – but sadly not our kitchens March 10, 2014 ROBOTICS is now the fastest growing industry in the world, according to a recent report from Littler Mendelson, and could well become one of the largest within a matter of decades. Yet for all the hype, and fears of autonomous machines replacing human jobs, this is a comparatively recent development. The fields of robotics and [...]
Why robots are finally breaking into business – but sadly not our kitchens March 10, 2014 ROBOTICS is now the fastest growing industry in the world, according to a recent report from Littler Mendelson, and could well become one of the largest within a matter of decades. Yet for all the hype, and fears of autonomous machines replacing human jobs, this is a comparatively recent development. The fields of robotics and [...]
Wes Anderson’s Hotel is well worth a stay March 6, 2014 FILMTHE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTELCert 15 | By Steve DinneenFour Stars OF ALL the directors working in Hollywood today, Wes Anderson has the surest grip on his material. Every frame bears his unmistakeable indie stamp; he owns every costume, every carpet and cushion, every trundling tracking shot, every expression and intonation. His films feel like they’ve [...]
Saving procrastination nation March 5, 2014 Melissa York on the internet blocking apps and downloads designed to save you from yourself ACTRESS Jennifer Saunders revealed this week that she’s seeking help from a hypnotist to combat her tendency to procrastinate while scriptwriting. Perhaps we should take a leaf out of Saunders’ book and try to do something about this collective bad [...]
What you need to know before the US open March 4, 2014 US stock futures have rallied, following open markets that are responding to the cooling situation between Russia and Ukraine. The US has said it’ll provide $1bn in loan guarantees to Ukraine, to help restore financial stability. The Treasury will also send “technical advisers” to help the country in its negotiations with the International Monetary Fund. [...]
What you need to know before the US open March 3, 2014 As things escalate in Ukraine and Russia, US equities look set for a weaker start in March. European markets have suffered some sharp losses this morning, and it’s likely the S&P 500 will follow suit. Stock futures have tumbled, along with other risk assets – the mobilisation of Ukrainian troops has seen investors rush to [...]
Profit per partner tops $1.2m at Hogan Lovells as revenues rise February 27, 2014 PROFIT per partner at Hogan Lovells increased by 10 per cent to top $1.2m (£720,000) last year, the City law firm said yesterday, as both revenues and profits rose to record highs. Fees incomes increased by 5.2 per cent to $1.72bn in 2013, compared to $1.63bn in 2012, while revenues per lawyer were up 3.7 [...]
Hogan Lovells’ profit per partner tops $1.2m February 27, 2014 Profit per partner at Hogan Lovells increased by 10 per cent to top $1.2m (£720,000) last year, the City law firm said today, as both revenues and profits rose to record highs. Fees incomes increased by 5.2 per cent to $1.72bn in 2013, compared to $1.63bn in 2012, while revenues per lawyer were up 3.7 [...]
What you need to know before the US open February 27, 2014 US markets are expected to open lower today, following European counterparts that have remained cautious because of the worsening situation in Ukraine. The FTSE lost almost one per cent this morning, dragged down by struggling bank RBS, which has shed almost ten per cent. Janet Yellen’s due to speak to the Senate later today – [...]