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I try to pay Aviva once – and it takes the money twice Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 6:24AMAviva took the premium on my motor policy with my authorisation or agreement I tried to renew my motor policy with Aviva online. It was having technical difficulties, so I phoned. I eventually got through, but – when it came to payment – the transaction failed. I was put on hold for a long time and then asked to provide my card details again. Again, it failed. I was told someone would call me ...
Banks told to comply on bonuses or lose UK banking licences in shock FSA ultimatum Wednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 1:01AMInvestment banks told comply with the regulatory guidelines on bonuses or lose licences to operate in Britain.
Lateral Partner Moves Spiked in 2009, New Report Shows Tuesday, February 2, 2010 @ 2:02AMBy most measures, 2009 was a dismal year for the legal industry. One notable exception to the drumbeat of record layoffs and bankruptcy actions: By our count, there was also a record number of lateral partner moves in The Am Law 200.
Lateral Partner Moves Spiked in 2009, New Report Shows Monday, February 1, 2010 @ 11:42PMBy most measures, 2009 was a dismal year for the legal industry. One notable exception to the drumbeat of record layoffs and bankruptcy actions: By our count, there was also a record number of lateral partner moves in The Am Law 200. In the 12 months ending Sept. 30, 2009, 2,775 partners left or joined the biggest firms in the United States -- a 10.6 percent increase in mobility over last year ...
Letter of the Day Saturday, January 30, 2010 @ 11:48PMRe “Headhunters ruin hockey” (Jan. 24): Excellent column by Rob Granatstein.
Finding Jobs Where the Headhunters Roam Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:09AMThere's more than one article in Fast Company that discusses how smart but newly-unemployed folks are solving their "no job" problem. They're starting businesses. Ah, but that it were that easy! Start a business! Become a consultant! Freelance! Sell yourself to the highest bidder! Get some funding and launch something new under the sun! This is indeed the time to take a risk. But smart business ...
Financial power list 2010: Where the power lies Wednesday, January 13, 2010 @ 6:45PMThe new chief executive of the Financial Reporting Council begins 2010 facing high expectations. He was one of the architects of the modern FRC in the early years of the decade and has spent a career building up industry kudos and government connections like few others.
Alliance urged to complete probe fast Wednesday, January 13, 2010 @ 4:03PMTHE board of Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd must complete its internal probe on the bank's two top executives as soon as possible and announce the outcome to the public, the Minority Shareholder Watchdog Group (MSWG) said.
Alliance urged to complete probe fast Wednesday, January 13, 2010 @ 10:45AMTHE board of Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd must complete its internal probe on the bank's two top executives as soon as possible and announce the outcome to the public, the Minority Shareholder Watchdog Group (MSWG) said. Analysts shared the view, saying that it was important for the board to work speedily so that all parties involved could then decide what to do and investors would have more ...
Lawyers like it a lot Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 2:58AMA recent survey suggests that law and finance make for the most satisfied workers.
Morning Report: The DA's Legislative Mojo Thursday, January 7, 2010 @ 9:24AMWhen Bonnie Dumanis talks, legislators listen.
At 42, ousted for being too old Wednesday, December 30, 2009 @ 5:16AMFINANCIAL SERVICES REPORTER -- A London investment banker who was dismissed by Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce at the age of 42 has won an unusual age discrimination case.
Ex-CIBC banker wins discrimination suit Wednesday, December 30, 2009 @ 3:35AMIn a case that is raising eyebrows across the Atlantic, a banker dismissed at the age of 42 from the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce's London offices has won an age discrimination suit.
Millie might be spared Saturday, December 26, 2009 @ 10:23AMBroadcaster Paul Holmes' estranged 21-year-old daughter appeared in the Auckland District Court on Wednesday facing five charges, including possession of methamphetamine, possession of a pipe and possession of cannabis.
How Women Are Getting On European Boards (And Why U.S. Companies Should Care) Friday, December 18, 2009 @ 1:39PMElin Hurvenes, founder of the Professional Boards Forum, on how companies around the world can recruit female board members.
Lehman requests USD 50m bonus pool to keep derivatives team; Key exec jumps to Nomura Wednesday, December 16, 2009 @ 9:01AMThis article is provided to FT.com readers by Debtwire —the most informed news service available for financial professionals in fixed income markets across the world.
Today's Birthdays Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 7:41AMBorn on this day
CD/DOWNLOAD/ALBUM: Two ancient-future.com Titles Selected for NPR Discover Songs Program Sunday, December 6, 2009 @ 9:07PMTwo Ancient-Future.Com Titles Selected for NPR Discover Songs Program In Stores 12/10/09-1/20/10: Planet Passion by Ancient Future and Sangria by Mariah Parker With the NPR Discover Songs Program, the book and music distribution company Baker & Taylor has partnered with National Public Radio. In this branded merchandising program, book stores showcase six exciting new CD titles every six weeks ...
Army of lawyers picking over remains of Rothstein law firm Saturday, December 5, 2009 @ 1:42AMAs arrested attorney Scott Rothstein's former Fort Lauderdale law firm implodes, one thing is clear: It will take an army of lawyers to pick through the remains.
RBS Says ‘Restrictive’ Bonuses May Prompt Staff Exits (Update5) Wednesday, December 2, 2009 @ 5:17PMDec. 2 (Bloomberg) -- Royal Bank of Scotland Group Plc , recipient of the world’s biggest bank bailout, said the British government’s “very restrictive” control over 2009 bonuses risks driving employees away.
Sports Direct has a chairman with form in Sir Keith Hellawell Tuesday, November 24, 2009 @ 4:52PMSports Direct appointed Sir Keith Hellawell after a 'recommendation', without the help of headhunters. Photograph: David Cheskin/PA After what must be one of the longest boardroom searches on record...
Britain's got disabled talent Wednesday, November 18, 2009 @ 11:51PM"I'd rather be able to tell people about my situation, but I've always felt I wouldn't have the same chances as others if I did. In any case, I want to talk about my successes; the illness is only 10 per cent of me."
Know which type of recruiter is right for your job search Thursday, November 12, 2009 @ 4:43AMLisa Chenofsky Singer of Chenofsky Singer & Associates In this job market, it is essential for job-seekers to utilize all available resources. Aside from a polished résumé and in-person/online networking, it may be helpful to work with a recruiter. How...
Virginia-Based LeClairRyan Seeks to Grow in California Tuesday, November 10, 2009 @ 9:55PMVirginia-based law firm LeClairRyan arrived in California last year through the merger of Wright, Robinson, Osthimer & Tatum. The firm says it will dedicate next year to building up its nine-lawyer San Francisco outpost and 11-lawyer Los Angeles office. The target is to have 100 lawyers statewide by 2013. At the moment, the firm is looking to add labor and employment, intellectual property, real ...
Science fare Nov. 7, 2009 Saturday, November 7, 2009 @ 11:34AMUpcoming science, nature and technology programs on KNME Public Television, channel 5.
Science fare Nov. 7, 2009 Saturday, November 7, 2009 @ 11:34AMGet FREE Daily Headlines by email! Upcoming science, nature and technology programs on KNME Public Television, channel 5.
Thursday's news and tips Thursday, November 5, 2009 @ 4:57AM■ Food and household goods giant Unilever saw third quarter pre-tax profits drop by 43 per cent, but volume growth of 3.6 per cent came in better than expected.
Lord Burns to be named Channel 4 chairman Wednesday, November 4, 2009 @ 2:29PMLord Burns will officially be named as chairman of Channel 4 before the end of the week. The former Treasury Secretary who is nicknamed "Lord Fixit" and "Teflon Terry" is expected to replace incumbent Luke Johnson before the end of the year.
BASEBALL: Headhunters 10U takes 2nd at Labor Day Classic Friday, October 16, 2009 @ 5:07AMRENO The Hollister Headhunters 10U travel baseball team compiled a 4-1 record to finish in second place at the Labor Day Classic in Reno, Nev. on Sept. 5-6. Garrett Bourdet led the Headhunters with a .545 (6 of 11) average, while teammate Tyler Triano (.538) hit his second home run of the season the first out-of-the-park homer for the Headhunters. Hollister won its first four games and even held ...
Rise and fall of Tony Ball, who became a star in his own soap opera Friday, September 25, 2009 @ 3:31PMTony Ball thought it would be easy, but his attempts to seize the top job at ITV turned out to have more twists than the plot of Coronation Street.
Immigration farce played out in Milady’s parlour Saturday, September 19, 2009 @ 6:00PMAll those headlines about “Scotland’s illegal immigrant” had me confused for a while: they have only one up there? Lucky them. We’ve got loads.
Headhunters hit jackpot in Reno Tuesday, September 15, 2009 @ 5:07PMThe Hollister Headhunters 11U travel baseball team went 5-0 at the Labor Day Classic in Reno last week. Photo by: Submitted by Heather Moeller RENO The Hollister Headhunters 11U travel baseball team won its third consecutive tournament last week when it traveled to Reno for the Labor Day Classic and bested all opponents en route to a 5-0 record. In the opening game against the Nevada Dust Devils ...
Civic Center Authority Board votes to proceed with design Friday, September 11, 2009 @ 2:04PMCivic Center Authority Board members perused architectural drawings during their meeting earlier this week. Treasurer Rick Knight said Brian Edmison had designed the drawings to include an additional 5,700 square feet of stage and other components.
Headhunters cruise to Slugfest title in Manteca Tuesday, September 8, 2009 @ 6:08PMThe Hollister Headhunters recently took first place at a tournament in Manteca. Above in the front row, from left to right, are batboy Matthew Mata, Davonte Butler, Drew Williams, Sammy Vicencio, Nico Lopez and Zach Mata, In the middle row, from left to right, are Izzak Olejnik, Isaiah Bueno, Matt Hill, Tim Manderson and Derek Moeller. In the back row, from left to right, are Coach Marty Bueno ...
Without a Job, but Working the Campaign Trail Monday, September 7, 2009 @ 8:53PMCandidates for office in New York City have a new source of campaign volunteers: highly credentialed, unemployed professionals looking for purpose.
Crisis at the Crillon Saturday, September 5, 2009 @ 2:11PMPARIS -- It is the grandest hotel in France, with suites costing up to $11,760 a night and a register signed by King George V, Sir Winston Churchill and Charlie Chaplin. But the Hotel de Crillon in Paris is in limbo -- lacking a chef for its Miche...
Women still face a steep climb to the top table in business Sunday, August 23, 2009 @ 2:32PMFemale board directors remain rare, which means that their talents - and the ability to think differently from men - is being wasted. Ruth Sunderland analyses the findings of our special survey Research commissioned by the Observer has revealed that UK boardrooms are still overwhelmingly male-dominated, despite the fact that more than nine out of 10 companies claim to have an equal opportunities ...
Headhunters 10U begin fall season strong at Summer Finish Friday, August 21, 2009 @ 4:38PMThe Hollister Headhunters, above, went 4-0 and outscored its opponents by a 41-7 margin to take first place at the Summer Finish tournament in Manteca last weekend. Photo by: Submitted by Heather Moeller HOLLISTER The Hollister Headhunters 10U travel baseball team won its first tournament of the fall season last weekend, besting all competition to go undefeated in the Summer Finish in Manteca. ...
(AFX UK Focus) 2009-08-20 17:48 Headhunter seeks "absurd sum" in Lehman spat-Nomura Thursday, August 20, 2009 @ 12:20PMBy William James
Headhunter seeks "absurd sum" in Lehman spat-Nomura Thursday, August 20, 2009 @ 11:32AMBy William James
DuPuy’s area roots run deep Sunday, August 16, 2009 @ 3:06AMQuick, name the first lieutenant to the commissioner of the four major professional sports.
Mad, bad or just dangerous to know? Saturday, August 15, 2009 @ 3:44PMArmed and very drunk, Daniel Fitzsimons was intent on showing off to his fellow private security guards based at Baghdad airport. It was two o’clock one morning in January last year and, although he was unwounded, Fitzsimons had acquired a cocktail of Valium and morphine.
Life returns to Gulf job market Saturday, August 8, 2009 @ 11:46PM09 August 2009 The Gulf job market is showing the first signs of recovery after being battered by months of redundancies, according to one of the region's biggest employment sites.
Imperfect Politics of Pay Saturday, August 8, 2009 @ 5:26PMAn examination of the executive compensation bill that recently passed in the House raises questions about whether it will, if enacted, have the desired effect.
Universal truths about banks and banking Saturday, August 8, 2009 @ 3:38PMStephen Hester's first job was packing Polo mints. Now he's running Royal Bank of Scotland. From the mint with a hole to the bank with a hole the hole being £7.5bn in impairment charges arising from a disastrous first half of the year.
Companies have asked me to explain an issue of ethics they face more frequently when using recruitment firms in this ... Friday, August 7, 2009 @ 3:41AMrecruitment firms are placing and "stealing" employees from the same clients. This is unethical. Search firms. These work on "retainers". They have low volume turnover but charge high fees for their extensive research and production of lists of possible candidates.
Headlinin': Big Ten is no country for 'headhunters' Thursday, August 6, 2009 @ 8:46AM• Goo goo gachoo, Charlie Cecil. First, just to get your adrenaline flowing, a little A.M. viciousness, courtesy of Taylor Mays: OK, now settle down, you brute, and get hip to humanity . With the likes of Mays roaming the middle of the field with unprecedented velocity, we all knew this day was coming, so we might as well go ahead and brace ourselves for the inevitable helmet-to-helmet crackdown ...
August 4, 2009 Wednesday, August 5, 2009 @ 9:08AMWith great anticipation, the real estate industry has been waiting for the distressed investment cycle to kick-in.
Has ITV got talent? Saturday, August 1, 2009 @ 4:51PMSimon Fox leads a starstudded race to become chief executive
Keeping a poker face as life's odometer clocks 60 Thursday, July 23, 2009 @ 12:05PMArrowtown book buyer Miranda Spary continues her regular column about her recommendations for a good read and life as she sees it . . .