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Justin Mavhunga: An Out of the Ordinary Teacher

2016-07-15

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Sunday’s aren’t always for rest. These learners don’t keep school hours, because turning an F-grade into an A, takes ambition, focus and time. Be inspired by more Out of the Ordinary stories here: https://www.liveoutoftheordinary.co.za/home

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Joe Root discusses batting at Lord’s

2016-07-14

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England’s Joe Root discusses his experiences of batting at Lord’s

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Investec Test Series preview with Simon Hughes

2016-07-14

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‘The Analyst’ Simon Hughes previews the England v Pakistan Investec Test Series

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Swiss government rejects union demands for pension increases

2016-07-14

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2016-07-14

Various Swiss unions along with the socialist and green parties have launched an initiative to increase pensions. Their plan, which demands a 10% increase in pension payments, will be put before Swiss voters in a referendum on 25 September 2016.

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QE and stress tests could cause a state of emergency for some insurers

2016-07-13

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2016-07-13

European insurers, whose profits are being eroded by Mario Draghi’s quantitative-easing program, face a stress-test headache that risks requiring them to set aside more capital, further hurting their ability to make money. The timing of the regulator’s “stress test couldn’t be worse as the results will be rather negative,” said Lutz Roehmeyer, who helps oversee about $12 billion as director of fund management at Landesbank Berlin Investment.

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Champions Trophy Hockey Highlights by Investec

2016-07-13

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See highlights of the Champions Trophy Hockey Tournament, featuring the Investec-sponsored GB Women’s Hockey Team.

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Investec Test Series Press Conference – England v Pakistan

2016-07-13

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See highlights from the press conference ahead of the England v Pakistan Investec Test Series.

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Brexit and its impact on the UK, Europe and the rest of the world

2016-07-13

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A long term outlook on the impact of Brexit on the UK, Europe and the rest of the world.

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Sport for Success

2016-07-12

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Hannah Macleod, GB Women’s Hockey player talks about how sport has helped her throughout her career. http://bit.ly/29yTsUU

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Sport for Success:

2016-07-12

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Hannah Macleod, GB Women’s Hockey Player discusses the findings of the report. http://bit.ly/29yTsUU

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Double your international equity returns, without the downside risk. All in USD!

2016-07-12

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Closing date 3 October 2016. Japie Lubbe takes us through the new Investec Structured Product, International Titans Basket Limited more at http://www.Investec.co.za/titans An opportunity for South African investors to access international equity markets with 100% principal protection, plus a 5% minimum return in USD at maturity. This five year investment gives investors double the performance …

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Post-Brexit relief rally fading – Swiss quality stocks as safe haven

2016-07-08

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2016-07-08

The SMI is set to post moderate losses this week as the post-Brexit relief rally faded and commodities slipped. Swiss stocks outperformed key European markets as investor’s fled to quality stocks such as Nestlé, Novartis and Roche.

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Some question price of Swiss stocks as safe haven status awakened

2016-07-06

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2016-07-06

Swiss stocks, dislodged in 2015 as a haven from European volatility, have seen the status restored following Brexit — so much that some investors are balking at valuations. After trailing shares from Germany to France and Italy for most the past year, the Swiss Market Index is finding a new appeal in the fallout of the U.K. vote to leave the European Union.

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SMI up on Brexit bargain hunting

2016-07-01

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2016-07-01

Investec's weekly view on Stock Markets and the SMI. Global equity markets are set to post gains this week as investors digest the impact of the UK’s historic vote to leave the European Union. Swiss stocks outperformed global markets as defensive heavyweights Nestle outperformed.

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The Field Band Foundation: An Out of the Ordinary Band

2016-07-01

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Bertie Lubner created the Field Band Foundation to help children rise above disadvantage and follow their passion. Be inspired. See more #OutoftheOrdinary stories at www.liveoutoftheordinary.com

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The Field Band Foundation: The Story of an Out of the Ordinary Dancer

2016-07-01

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The Field Band Foundation gave Kgotlelelo Sekiti the courage to stand up to bullies and express himself through dance. Watch to discover what’s possible when you stay committed to your passion, and have someone who believes in you. Be inspired. See more #OutoftheOrdinary stories at www.liveoutoftheordinary.com

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Susannah Townsend on her journey as a GB Hockey player

2016-06-29

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Ahead of the biggest Summer of her career, Susannah Townsend tells us about her journey to becoming a GB women’s Hockey player. Follow the GB Hockey team’s story using the hashtag #OurJourney

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Brexit shakes global markets and the SMI

2016-06-24

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2016-06-24

The Swiss Market Index (SMI) is set to post a modest gain this week despite confirmation that the UK has decided to leave the European Union. The SMI opened almost 7% lower following the announcement before recovering.

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Swiss tax redistribution in 2017 – winners and losers

2016-06-23

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2016-06-23

Switzerland has a system known as la péréquation financière nationale in French, or Finanzausgleich in German, which requires “rich” cantons to give money to “poor” cantons. Yesterday, the Swiss federal government published the numbers for 2017.

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Danny Kerry on his journey as Head Coach of GB Women’s Hockey

2016-06-23

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“To be a truly great player you have to have passion, commitment and self belief.” GB Women’s Hockey Head Coach Danny Kerry on his journey with the team ahead of the biggest summer of their lives.

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