Archive for: August, 2010

Strong Asian Stock Markets Outweigh US Declining Consumer Confidence

While the US is facing a bleak outlook on economic growth, many Asian stock markets got stronger recently as confidence on corporate earnings was high. European economy also gained ground, overshadowing US declining buyers’ confidence.

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Recalls Push Toyota to Assess Quality Experts’ Report

Japanese giant car maker Toyota Motor Corp. will look into an evaluation of its standard quality done by four external specialists to improve the company’s quality, which has been criticized after it recalled over 8.5 million cars worldwide for defective parts since October of 2009.

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Microsoft ‘s Q4 2010 Revenue Soars

Washington-based Microsoft Corp.’s net earnings increased by 48 percent in the previous quarter after it sold over 175 million licenses of Windows 7, its latest version. Microsoft said in a statement that the company saw an “exceptional” demand for Windows 7.

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Clinton Visits Pakistan to Hasten Mango-Driven Diplomacy

Indian mangoes from Pakistan may soon enter the American market as US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton proposed to hasten the importation of the fruits from this South Asian country. Clinton was in Islamabad recently to hold talks with its leader as part of Pak-US Strategic Dialogue.

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OCD Symptoms Risky During Pregnancy

Pregnancy can trigger or worsen OCD symptoms, according to new study. Symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) may arise or be brought on during pregnancy as the body gives off abnormal responses to certain hormonal changes.

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Work Stress Affects Teeth

Every high-pressure situation can take a toll on one’s teeth, according to study. The Journal of the Head and face Medicine recently concluded that sleep Bruxism is more likely for people who have daily troubles at work.

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Former Idol Winner Overdose After Sex Scandal

Former American Idol winner Fantasia Barrino who was recently linked to a sex tape scandal has reportedly suffered an overdose of prescription medication.

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Cancer Drug May Treat Eye Disorder

Uk researchers say that bowel cancer medicine may be used to prevent sight loss.

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