Boots on the ground: A look at World Cup cleats
Monday, 9 June 2014, 10:56
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
Nike, adidas, Puma and other shoemakers are all trotting out new and innovative looks for this summer's World Cup. Gone are the old-school black boots like the fabled Puma Kings worn by...
Bright jobs data sparks optimism on US economy
Monday, 9 June 2014, 09:08
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
The dollar edged higher versus the yen, lifted by rising US Treasury yields after the Labor Department in the US announced stronger than expected jobs numbers on Friday....
ECB getting closer to Fed-style stimulus
Saturday, 7 June 2014, 18:36
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
The European Central Bank has deployed a raft of aggressive measures to boost Europe's economy, but stopped short of the one many economists insist would do the most to help: large-scale purchases...
Brazil strikes a threat to a smooth World Cup
Saturday, 7 June 2014, 07:15
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
Brazilian police used tear gas, rubber bullets and stun grenades to disperse striking workers inside a subway station on Friday, adding to fears that labor unrest could disrupt the World Cup that...
ECB's actions are no panacea for Europe's economy
Friday, 6 June 2014, 13:21
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
Central banks can't fix everything. The European Central Bank took bold steps Thursday to protect Europe's fragile economic recovery, cutting interest rates and offering to pump...
Shining employees awarded
Friday, 6 June 2014, 11:50
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
Vassallo Group of Companies held a corporate awards night for the very forst time ever on June 4th, the Group’s 68th anniversary. Aptly called The Shine Awards, this occasion served as an...