Malian Migrant Becomes A Hero When He climbed Four Storeys To Save Dangling Boy In Paris

A young Malian man was hailed a hero on Sunday after he sprang into action to save a four-year-old child danging from a fourth-floor balcony by single-handedly scaling the facade of the building and hauling the youngster to safety.

Donald Trump Masks Are The Scariest Thing You’ll See This Halloween

If you live in China and you’re still looking for an extra-spooky Halloween costume, the Shenzhen Lanbingcai Latex Crafts Factory has got you covered.

The factory, which churns out tons of Halloween costumes and masks, is distributing rubber masks of Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump within mainland China, as seen in Getty Images’ photo database.

They cost about $4. And they’re pretty terrifying.

China has come up again and again as one of the many scapegoats in Trump’s description of the world. He has blamed the country for stealing American jobs, keeping its currency cheap and possibly even hacking the Democratic National Committee.

The Chinese government has yet to comment on the U.S. election, but several news outlets have called out the “weirdness” of this election cycle and denounced the process as corrupt.

World most Expensive Cars

 most expensive cars in the world are so much more than transportation. These rolling art pieces encapsulate the priorities of the one percent, and in that universe, flamboyance and swagger take precedence over practicality and efficiency. Lifestyle criticisms aside, these are truly mind-boggling machines.

Bugatti Veyron.

So whether your name is Buffet, Gates, Stark, or McDuck, these rides are for you — the most exorbitant people-carriers on the planet. They say money can’t buy happiness, but after viewing this list, you just might beg to differ

World most Expensive Hair braid - the Fusion Extensions (it costs from the range of $500 to $4,000)

Fusion extensions tend to be the most expensive, it costs from the of range of $500 to $4,000 and have the most time-consuming application process (up to three hours); they also last the longest (three to four months). The tape-in application process is much faster (about an hour) and more affordable ($300 to $2,000), but requires more frequent maintenance (every six to eight weeks).

Fusion (or Bonded) Hair Extensions (like Great Lengths). Individual keratin-tipped strands are fused to your natural hair using heat.

Tape-in Hair Extensions (like HotHeads). Wefts of hair are attached to small sections of your natural hair using double-sided tape.

Weave (or Sew-in) Hair Extensions. Your natural hair is braided in rows from ear to ear and wefts of hair are woven (with thread) onto the braids.

The Rundown

Finding the right extension method will depend on budget, preference, and hair type. While fusion and tape-in extensions can be used on just about any hair texture, weaves are best suited for curly, kinky hair. "Weaving extensions are best for African-American hair, which has enough strength and texture to hold the cornrow braid," says Chabbi. Fusion extensions tend to be the most expensive ($500 to $4,000) and have the most time-consuming application process (up to three hours); they also last the longest (three to four months). The tape-in application process is much faster (about an hour) and more affordable ($300 to $2,000), but requires more frequent maintenance (every six to eight weeks). "The same tape-in extensions can be removed and reapplied, though," says Conner. "You don't have to purchase new hair each time." The same goes for weave-in extensions, which last about three months, can be applied in an hour or two, and are the most affordable option of the bunch ($100 to $1,000). (Fusion extensions are a one-shot deal; once removed, you can't use them again.)

Human Versus Synthetic Hair

When it comes to purchasing hair, you get what you pay for. Price will vary greatly based on quality of the hair, as well as the desired quantity (for thickness) and length. Virgin (never-before-processed) Remy human hair is the highest quality and runs upwards of several hundred dollars per bunch (and some heads may require more than one). "The hair cuticle is preserved, instead of stripped, and all the hairs run in the same direction, maintaining that natural soft, silky texture," says Conner. Synthetic hair is much cheaper ($50 to $100) but won't blend or style the way human hair does. "It can't always withstand heat styling and tangles easily," says Chabbi. It can be a great way to try out extra length or bangs without a big commitment, though.

What to Look For

"It's important to match the color and texture of the hair extensions with that of your natural hair," says Conner. Touch the hair first. "If it feels dry, it's going to tangle more easily," advises Chabbi. And avoid hair with excessive shine: Shiny hair is coated with silicone, which will wear off quickly and lead to tangles and dulling. As for your stylist, experience is a must. "Improper application or removal is when damage can occur," says Chabbi. And Conner recommends looking for someone with a colorist background: "If the color match is off, your extensions will be very obvious," she says.

How to Cut and Style

What Next for the US Shale Gas as Total Increases its Predominance in the US Oil & Gas Upstream Sector?

Is Total Increasing Its Focus on US Shale Gas?

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Is Total Increasing Its Focus on US Shale Gas? PART 1 OF 2

Total Intercepts Saddle Barnett Resources’ Purchase of CHK Assets

By Keisha Bandz | Sep 13, 2016 6:08 am EDT

Total acquires Chesapeake Energy’s Barnett assets

On September 9, 2016, French energy giant, Total SA (TOT) announced that it’s exercising its pre-emptive right to acquire 75% interest owned by Chesapeake Energy (CHK) in its Barnett operations joint venture.

Total acquired 25% interest in Chesapeake’s Barnett shale assets in January 2010 for $2.25 billion.

By exercising its pre-emptive right, Total will be the sole owner of these assets which include around 215,000 net developed and undeveloped acres. It also includes leases, wells, minerals, and other properties.

This move comes behind Chesapeake’s recent decision to exit the Barnett shale.

Chesapeake planned to sell its interest in the Barnett Shale to Saddle Barnett Resources, which is backed by First Reserve—a private equity company.

Chesapeake has been aggressively focusing on asset sales to boost its balance sheet. In May 2016, the company agreed to sell 42,000 net acres in the Anadarko Basin Stack play to Newfield Exploration (NFX). Chesapeake and Newfield Exploration make up ~2.4% of the iShares U.S. Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (IEO).

Supplementing Chesapeake’s $334 million payment to Williams Partners (WPZ), which gathers and processes 80% of the gas from the joint venture, Total will pay $420 million to Williams Partners for a “fully restructured and competitive agreement.” Also, Total intends to pay another $138 million to be released from three other midstream contracts.

Subject to third-party consents, Total expects to complete the deal in 4Q16.

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Is Total Increasing Its Focus on US Shale Gas? PART 2 OF 2

Is Total Increasing Its Focus on US Shale Gas?

By Keisha Bandz | Sep 13, 2016 6:08 am EDT

Total’s stock price reaction

After the news of its latest announcement on September 9, 2016, Total’s (TOT) stock closed the day ~3% lower at $48.74. However, the stock rose by 1.1% in after-market trading.

Total’s stock has increased 8% YoY (year-over-year). Meanwhile, its peers Royal Dutch Shell (RDS.A) and Chevron (CVX) have increased ~1.4% and 33% YoY, respectively.

Is Total increasing its stronghold in the US?

Along with its 25% interest in the Barnett upstream joint venture with Chesapeake Energy (CHK), Total also holds 25% interest in the Utica shale joint venture with Chesapeake—the operator.

Coming to the Gulf of Mexico, Total owns 17% interest in the Tahiti field. It holds 33.3 % in the Chinook field.

In addition to this, Total and Cobalt International Energy (CIE) have partnered to form a “strategic alliance” for oil exploration in the deep offshore Gulf of Mexico.

Until now, Total focused more on the Gulf of Mexico. By becoming the operator of the Barnett assets, Total is increasing its US shale presence.

According to Total, the associated 2016 net production from the Barnett assets operated by Chesapeake is ~65,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day.

Speaking about its recent announcement, Total’s CEO said in a press release, “We believe that we can extract significant value from the substantial, well located resource base of the play by combining focused upstream operating efficiency, streamlined midstream contract management and marketing savvy through Total’s trading affiliate Total Gas & Power North America”. He further said, “Increasing our stake in the Barnett shale supports Total’s global strategy to be a leader in natural gas.”

Total makes up ~10% of the First Trust Indxx Global Natural Resources Income ETF (FTRI).