Новости за 24.09.2015

NEW YORK (AP) — The head of the World Bank says the Federal Reserve's recent decision not to raise interest rates immediately will give breathing room to developing countries working on reforming their economies. In an interview with The Associated Press Thursday, President Jim Young Kim also said China's current slowdown was "entirely predictable" but that the slower growth will lead to a more sustainable Chinese expansion in the long run.

The state Public Disclosure Commission voted unanimously on Thursday to ask Attorney General Bob Ferguson to pursue possible  civil and criminal violations by Tim Eyman, after a PDC staff report revealed that the initiative promoter secretly moved hundreds of thousands of dollar between two initiative campaigns, and kept $170,000 for himself. The PDC vote is a sign that alleged offenses by Eyman are not the stuff of a slap-on-the-wrist fine.  The commissioners also want the AG to probe evidence that... Читать дальше...

Stocks closed lower Thursday on mounting evidence that global growth is slowing. Heavy equipment maker Caterpillar fell sharply after lowering its revenue forecast and announcing that it plans to cut jobs. The Nasdaq composite fell 18.27 points, or 0.4 percent, to 4,734.48.

Parent company Lufthansa has faced questions over why it failed to identify the psychological issues suffered by the pilot who intentionally flew the plane into a French mountain. "Not only does this make Germany look bad, I think that Germany has been very good at moralizing to the rest of Europe about the financial crisis and other things," said Michael Hewson, chief market analyst for CMC Markets in London. The EPA accused VW of installing the so-called "defeat device" in 482,000 cars sold in... Читать дальше...

NEW YORK (AP) — The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey delayed voting on a plan to rebuild its aging and outdated bus terminal Thursday amid sharp differences from its board of commissioners on the direction of the multibillion-dollar project. Built more than 50 years ago, the terminal handles more than 200,000 people per day and is plagued by congestion and crumbling infrastructure. Vice chairman Scott Rechler advocated for a recommendation that also included a backup plan, and Pat Schuber... Читать дальше...

Chancellor Angela Merkel and Germany's 16 state governors have agreed on measures designed to streamline the country's handling of the migrant influx — including declaring three Balkan countries "safe" states of origin and cutting some cash payments to newcomers. The federal government is pledging to shoulder many of the financial risks of the influx, relieving state and municipal authorities. The head of the U.N. refugee agency says he is "disappointed" that a European Union plan to help those... Читать дальше...

"The pro division is really the cream of the crop, the top 150 guys who are actually going to make money from playing this game," said Sam Cooper, senior director of product management for "Call of Duty" at Activision. Cooper noted that players from regions outside the three pro leagues could compete for a spot in the "Call of Duty" Championship through the amateur division, which will feature both online and in-person competitions. The Electronic Sports League began working with the World Anti-Doping... Читать дальше...

A fatal collision Thursday morning puts a new spotlight on safety for vehicles crossing the 84-year-old Aurora Bridge.

I’m in full Washington State Fair mode now and had the chance to return on Monday to judge the cherry pie contest – what a tough job! But when you’re at the Fair you need to enjoy the Fair, right? I’ve got my list of “musts” that include seeing the animals, a trip to the Grange displays, Hobby Hall and floral exhibits, and of course, Fair Food. I’ve learned over the years I need to judge pies before heading out to the food vendors for a meal, but I still like to shop it first! So many choices – smoked turkey legs... Читать дальше...

App developer Klaus Bandisch is so determined to get an iPhone 6s Plus, he’s camping out for almost 24 hours outside the Apple store on Chestnut Street to get one. And this isn’t his first time. Last year, Bandisch was also the first person in line for an iPhone 6 Plus on Chestnut Street. This year,

DETROIT (AP) — If you're driving a diesel-powered four-cylinder Volkswagen, you're stuck with a fun-to-drive machine that's belching unhealthy pollutants from its tailpipe. [...] the company figures out how to fix its bogus emissions controls, there isn't much you can do about your dirty diesel. Following disclosures that Volkswagen developed software for its 2-liter diesel engine that could better control pollutants during testing than in real-world driving, there there's a lot up in the air for owners of Jettas... Читать дальше...

The emergency rating issued Thursday came after hours of rain caused power outages, extensive road damage and swept cars away in floods.

NEW YORK (AP) — In the months and years after Sept. 11, the World Trade Center was swept out of the movies. The Towers were removed from such films as "Zoolander" and "Serendipity" that were shot before the tragedy. Since then, the skyline where the Towers once formed the "H'' in the poster for Woody Allen's "Manhattan" has seldom been more than glimpsed on the big screen. But when Robert Zemeckis' "The Walk" opens the 53rd New York Film Festival on Saturday, New York will see the Twin Towers cinematically... Читать дальше...

The New Jersey-based lender located branches, chose mortgage brokers and marketed loans that discouraged borrowers in predominantly minority communities, said the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and Justice Department Thursday. The settlement and other government investigations into the lending policies of other banks indicates that redlining — a form of segregation dating back to the 1930s that deprives minority homebuyers — remains a problem decades after the passage of the 1968 Fair Housing Act.

Caterpillar is planning another round of job cuts that could exceed 10,000 people through 2018, as the construction and mining equipment maker adjusts to downturns in key markets. Caterpillar makes diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives, aside from construction and mining equipment. Low oil prices have hurt the company's Energy & Transportation business, which makes products used in oil and gas production. Mining equipment sales have stayed... Читать дальше...

With six to eight hours to kill, she stows luggage in a Schiphol airport locker and goes into Amsterdam by train for "lunch along a canal, shopping and people-watching." Margolis refined her layover strategies over 30 years as a business traveler, first as a consultant for Deloitte and Oracle, now on her own as a business travel consultant at http://smartwomentravelers.com based in Orlando, Florida. Margolis' other suggestions include taking organized group tours from the Istanbul airport, designed for layovers of six hours or more ... Читать дальше...

NEW YORK (AP) — Edward Snowden appeared in New York via video to launch a campaign promoting an international treaty to protect privacy. The treaty also would give international protection to people who expose illegal domestic spying.

NEW YORK (AP) — General Electric Co. said Thursday that it may create 1,000 jobs in the United Kingdom after Congress did not renew a government program that allows foreign companies to borrow money to buy U.S. products. The industrial company said it signed an agreement with an export credit agency in the U.K., which agreed to provide funding for potential orders from other countries.

EAST HAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — Police say a New York City filmmaker who wrote, directed and starred in a 2005 movie featuring Natalie Portman has died in a car crash. A website for the film says it "examines the first trial that prosecuted rape as a war crime and an act of genocide."

The iPhone 6s and 6s Plus officially arrive in stores on Friday. This year’s iPhone includes upgrades to the phone’s camera and video capabilities, improved performance and a new 3D Touch feature that brings new controls to the device. So, is it worth the upgrade, or should you wait until next year’s iPhone 7? A

Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. Black Raven Brewing just announced that it is releasing its 2015 Fresh Hop Saison next Tuesday. Here is the release notice from the brewery: “2015 Fresh Hop Saison” – Wet Hopped Saison Ale Release date: Tuesday, September 29th We brewed this beer with over 300 pounds of... The post Beer Release – 2015 Fresh Hop Saison, Black Raven Brewing appeared first on Beer News.

Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. As we reported last week, Hopvine Pub is about to celebrate its 20th Anniversary. The venerable Capitol Hill beer stop plans to fill an entire week with delicious beers to commemorate the occasion. In addition to a special 20th Anniversary beer brewed by Two Beers Brewing, Hoparillo... The post Hopvine Pub – the Anniversary Beer List appeared first on Beer News.