Join MikeLigalig.com!

Why Just Read When You Can Join, Post, and Read!

Menu

Show posts

This section allows you to view all posts made by this member. Note that you can only see posts made in areas you currently have access to.

Show posts Menu

Messages - MikeLigalig.com

#20901
Office workers finding it harder to breathe easy

Pent-up office workers dissatisfied with not enough money and free time now have another bugbear: good, clean air. A recent survey of office workers found most of those polled believed they were working in unhealthy environments.The complaints included not having enough ventilation, being exposed ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Office workers finding it harder to breathe easy
#20902
Asia | Middle East / China - Changing attitudes
February 28, 2013, 12:02:34 AM
Changing attitudes

Many Chinese do not see domestic violence, inflicted mostly on women, as a crime, but rather as a private matter to be handled within the family. Because of this perception, victims seldom go to the police for help, but instead lodge complaints with women's federations.Now, the All-China Women's ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Changing attitudes
#20903
Asia | Middle East / China - Across Asia: Japan
February 28, 2013, 12:02:34 AM
Across Asia: Japan

UN inspections accepted The Japanese government will allow inspectors from the United Nations to look into leaks at the world's largest nuclear plant caused by an earthquake this week, Kyodo news agency quoted officials as saying yesterday.The move comes after reports that regional authorities in ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Across Asia: Japan
#20904
Asia | Middle East / China - Around the World: Romania
February 28, 2013, 12:02:34 AM
Around the World: Romania

Wedding guests die in crash A train slammed into a bus carrying guests home from a wedding in southern Romania early yesterday, killing eight people and injuring two dozen.The accident happened at a crossing in the village of Gura Ocnitei some 80 kilometers north of Bucharest at 4:50 am (0250 GMT). ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Around the World: Romania
#20905
Asia | Middle East / China - Score board
February 28, 2013, 12:02:33 AM
Score board

Baseball NEW YORK: Results from MLB games on Saturday (home team in CAPS):Arizona 3 CHICAGO CUBS 2 NY YANKEES 7 Tampa Bay 3 NY YANKEES 17 Tampa Bay 5 TORONTO 1 Seattle 0 BOSTON 11 Chicago White Sox 2 WASHINGTON 3 Colorado 0 San Francisco 8 MILWAUKEE 0 LA DODGERS 8 NY Mets 6 DETROIT 10 Kansas City 8 ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Score board
#20906
Asia | Middle East / China - An unhealthy relationship
February 28, 2013, 12:02:33 AM
An unhealthy relationship

When a hospital in Shenzhen equipped doctors and nurses with military helmets in the wake of a medical accident, we dismissed it, believing it was little more than a sensational public relations ploy. When, on the heels of some other places, municipal authorities in Beijing announced a plan to set ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: An unhealthy relationship
#20907
Science Museum chief: cut births to save Earth

The new head of London's Science Museum has an uncompromising view about how global warming should be dealt with: get rid of a few billion people. Chris Rapley, who takes up his post on September 1, is not afraid of offending. "I am not advocating genocide," said Rapley. "What I am saying is that ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Science Museum chief: cut births to save Earth
#20908
Asia | Middle East / China - In a class of their very own
February 28, 2013, 12:02:32 AM
In a class of their very own

In the early 1980s, even with the resumption of the national college entrance exam, university enrolment remained low. Those who passed became a privileged lot, enjoying the right to an assigned job by the government. However, compared to parents today who press their children to study hard for ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: In a class of their very own
#20909
FA to meet FIFA over Tevez affair

LONDON: Representatives of the Football Association will meet soccer's world governing body FIFA on Monday to discuss the long- running Carlos Tevez saga. The Argentine forward's proposed transfer from West Ham United to Manchester United has reached stalemate because of an issue over who actually ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: FA to meet FIFA over Tevez affair
#20910
Taliban extend deadline for Koreans

KABUL: The Taliban kidnappers of 23 Korean hostages yesterday extended the deadline for the Republic of Korea (ROK) government to agree to withdraw its troops from Afghanistan by 24 hours to 10:30 pm today. "The Taliban have extended the deadline for another 24 hours," spokesman Qari Mohammad ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Taliban extend deadline for Koreans
#20911
Results clear as nuclear talks keep momentum

Judging from the chairman's statement issued by the chief delegates meeting of the Six-Party Talks, which concluded on Friday, negotiations on the Korean-Peninsula nuclear issue have yielded substantial results, which find expression in three respects. First, the Six-Party Talks have kept their ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Results clear as nuclear talks keep momentum
#20912
De Klerk implicated in apartheid case: paper

Former South African president F.W. de Klerk has been implicated by apartheid-era security officials charged with attempted murder for allegedly approving their actions, the Sunday Times weekly reported. Adriaan Vlok, former minister of law and order, and ex-police chief Johann van der Merwe, were ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: De Klerk implicated in apartheid case: paper
#20913
Croc Hunter to be honored by new reserve

Late "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin, killed in a stingray attack last year, will be honored with a new wildlife reserve in Outback Australia, the government announced yesterday. A 135,000-hectare chunk of land near Weipa in the far north of Irwin's home state of Queensland will be named after the ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Croc Hunter to be honored by new reserve
#20914
Bandit killed after 30 years on run

Indian police killed one of the country's most notorious bandits yesterday ending a nearly three-decade career in crime that included murders, kidnappings and extortion, police said. Shiv Kumar, also known by the alias Dadua, ruled the ravines and forests of the central states of Uttar Pradesh and ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Bandit killed after 30 years on run
#20915
Asia | Middle East / China - 26 Poles killed in bus crash
February 28, 2013, 12:02:28 AM
26 Poles killed in bus crash

Twenty-six Polish pilgrims died yesterday when their coach crashed off a mountain road at a notorious accident blackspot in the French Alps and burst into flames, police and officials said. Another 24 people were injured, 14 critically, when the coach smashed through a roadside barrier on the steep ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: 26 Poles killed in bus crash
#20916
Asia | Middle East / China - Across Asia: Australia
February 28, 2013, 12:02:28 AM
Across Asia: Australia

AIDS conference opens More than 5,000 delegates from 133 countries converged yesterday on Sydney, Australia, for the Fourth International AIDS Society Conference on HIV Pathogenesis and Treatment, which runs through Wednesday.Researchers from across the globe will present their findings on the ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Across Asia: Australia
#20917
Asia | Middle East / China - World Scene: France
February 28, 2013, 12:02:28 AM
World Scene: France

Art lover arrested A woman has been arrested on suspicion of kissing a painting by American artist Cy Twombly and smudging the bone-white canvas with her lipstick, French judicial officials said on Saturday.Police said they arrested the woman after she kissed the work on Thursday. She is to be ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: World Scene: France
#20918
Brown leads Labour to opinion poll lead

British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has led his Labour party to its best opinion poll ratings in two years, figures showed yesterday - fuelling speculation the new leader could call a national election in 2008. Brown, who replaced Tony Blair as head of the government on June 27, has until mid-2010 ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Brown leads Labour to opinion poll lead
#20919
Italian wins Tour of Qinghai Lake

XINING, Qinghai Province: Team Selle Italia's (CLM) climbing veteran Gabriele Massaglia held on in the final stage of the Tour of Qinghai Lake to win the overall yellow jersey by just one second yesterday. The Italian burst into tears after edging out British Daniel Lloyd from team DFL Cyclingnews ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Italian wins Tour of Qinghai Lake
#20920
Possible heirs 'have much in common'

The competition to win Russian President Vladimir Putin's nod as his chosen successor took a strange turn over the weekend. The two government ministers seen as competing for Putin's endorsement made a rare joint appearance, where they stressed how much they have in common and hinted that a ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Possible heirs 'have much in common'
#20921
Asia | Middle East / China - Tax hike a blessing
February 28, 2013, 12:02:26 AM
Tax hike a blessing

With the country already bracing itself for rising inflation, it was a hard choice for policymakers to hike taxes on resources that might further boost the price of several products. However, the decision by the Ministry of Finance and the State Administration of Taxation to substantially raise ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Tax hike a blessing
#20922
Asia | Middle East / China - Across China: Sichuan
February 28, 2013, 12:02:25 AM
Across China: Sichuan

Cure for pig disease A new veterinary drug, the pig leucocyte interferon, developed by Sichuan Shihong Biotechnology Co Ltd, has proved to be effective in preventing and curing the highly pathogenic blue-ear disease among pigs.The success rate of the interferon is 95 percent and 85 percent in ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Across China: Sichuan
#20923
New labor law provides challenge

While the new Labor Contract Law will come into force next year, there remains controversy over exactly how it will be implemented. Companies are concerned, for example, the law will overprotect workers' rights, while dismissing their own interests.It is quite understandable for employers and ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: New labor law provides challenge
#20924
South Korea sinks Iran 4-2 on penalties

KUALA LUMPUR: South Korea won a gruelling and fluctuating epic 4- 2 duel on penalties against Iran yesterday to set up an Asian Cup semi-final with Iraq. The shoot-out became the circuit-breaker after both teams had played themselves to a standstill over the regulation 90 minutes and 30 minutes' ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: South Korea sinks Iran 4-2 on penalties
#20925
Students plagued by poor health

SHANGHAI: Soon after one student catches a cold, sniffles and sneezes are heard in every classroom, and not just at kindergartens - universities are also hotbeds for germs. Shanghai Jiaotong University recently carried out a survey on the lifestyles and health conditions of students at eight ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Students plagued by poor health
#20926
Asia | Middle East / China - IN BRIEF (Page 11)
February 28, 2013, 12:02:24 AM
IN BRIEF (Page 11)

Soccer Former England striker Fowler joins CardiffLONDON: Former England striker Robbie Fowler has agreed to join second division Cardiff City on a two-year contract after being released by Liverpool at the end of last season. The 32-year-old scored 171 goals for Liverpool before joining Leeds in ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: IN BRIEF (Page 11)
#20927
Local gov'ts 'ignoring' green model

Some local governments are investing heavily in high resources consuming sectors, ignoring the central government's decision to save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) officials said yesterday. Failure to meet the central government's green ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Local gov'ts 'ignoring' green model
#20928
All Black Cup hopes brighten after Tri-Nations win

WELLINGTON, New Zealand: New Zealand's All Blacks eased a public crisis of confidence on the weekend when they beat Australia 26-12 to win rugby's Tri-Nations title. Until Saturday's match at Eden Park, New Zealand had appeared to struggle under the weight of favoritism for this year's Rugby World ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: All Black Cup hopes brighten after Tri-Nations win
#20929
Fresh graduates are rushing into marriage

Wang Ni and Liu Hao, both 23 years old, got married last week, a month after they graduated from Shanghai University of Finance and Economics. "We married for love," said Wang Ni. "We fell in love when we were juniors. Now we want our passion to continue."University students in major cities are ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Fresh graduates are rushing into marriage
#20930
Studying students with Internet addictions offers lessons

Few question that Zhang Fei is of above-average intelligence. The Sichuan native has earned outstanding scores on the entrance examination to universities each of the three times he took the test and was admitted to China's top schools - Peking University and Tsinghua University. But his Internet ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Studying students with Internet addictions offers lessons
#20931
Victory of principles: India's 1st female president

Pratibha Patil has become the first female president of India in an election result described as an historic step forward for women in the south Asian nation. MPs elected the 72-year-old lawyer by a landslide over the 84- year-old vice-president Bhairon Singh Shekhawat for the largely ceremonial ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Victory of principles: India's 1st female president
#20932
Net cafe licenses getting costly

SHANGHAI: The cost of a permit to run an Internet cafe rocketed past 1 million yuan ($132,000) on the black market in the wake of the government's decision earlier this year to stop issuing business licenses to new operators. The authorities regard the black market trade of such permits as illegal, ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Net cafe licenses getting costly
#20933
Asia | Middle East / China - Across Asia: Palestine
February 28, 2013, 12:02:21 AM
Across Asia: Palestine

Blair, Abbas to meet Tony Blair, the new Mideast peace envoy, will hold his first meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas tomorrow, a Palestinian official said.The meeting will take place at Abbas' headquarters in the West Bank city of Ramallah, said Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erekat. ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Across Asia: Palestine
#20934
UN suspends Moroccan troops in Cote d'Ivoire

The United Nations has suspended a Moroccan military contingent from its peacekeeping mission in Cote d'Ivoire while it investigates allegations of widespread sexual abuse, the world body said on Saturday. Soldiers from the 734-strong battalion are alleged to have sexually abused large numbers of ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: UN suspends Moroccan troops in Cote d'Ivoire
#20935
Increase grain output: Ministry

The Ministry of Agriculture has called on local governments to take steps to ensure autumn grain production in the wake of widespread flooding and draught. "Stabilizing the autumn grain supply will be a challenging task," the ministry said in an emergency notice released over the weekend.The ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Increase grain output: Ministry
#20936
Asia | Middle East / China - When dreams came true
February 28, 2013, 12:02:18 AM
When dreams came true

The past few weeks have been a time of nostalgia for a group of 50- something Tsinghua University classmates recently. On a series of TV talk shows, Yu Naihong and a dozen others shared memories of 30 years ago when they became the first lucky batch to take the college entrance examination in the ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: When dreams came true
#20937
Weather keeps heating up in Tibet

LHASA: The average annual temperature in Southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region is rising at a speed of 0.3 C every 10 years, which is higher than the average growth rate in the country and world, a latest research shows. The report, "Tibet's Climate under the Global Warming Trend", carried out ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Weather keeps heating up in Tibet
#20938
Asia | Middle East / China - Green GDP in the works
February 28, 2013, 12:02:18 AM
Green GDP in the works

The green gross domestic product (GDP) for last year is being prepared despite the indefinite postponement of the 2005 report's release, a top green GDP accounting expert said yesterday. "Although there is no internationally recognized methodology for the accounting (of green GDP) and there are ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Green GDP in the works
#20939
Asia | Middle East / China - Faceoff over Facebook
February 28, 2013, 12:02:17 AM
Faceoff over Facebook

In an American courtroom this week, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg will stand accused of stealing the idea for the site from three fellow Harvard students. It could be described as a poke, but not a friendly one. For those who have not yet succumbed to Facebook, the latest craze on the Internet, a ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Faceoff over Facebook
#20940
Authority to consider NGO ideas for exam reform

The government will evaluate a proposal put forward by a non- government organization to reform the country's national university entrance exam system, a Ministry of Education spokeperson said. The proposal, the first of its kind in the country, was unveiled on July 18 by the 21st Century Education ... (Publication: China Daily)

Source: Authority to consider NGO ideas for exam reform
#20941
AT&T Marks Growth of Managed Hosting and Application Services with New IDC in Japan

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- AT&T* is scaling up its hosting capabilities in Japan and Asia Pacific with the opening of a second Internet Data Centre (IDC) in Tokyo to meet growing demand for hosting and its portfolio of services. The expansion underscores ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: AT&T Marks Growth of Managed Hosting and Application Services with New IDC in Japan
#20942
Acker Merrall & Condit's 2013 January Hong Kong Auction Achieves Tremendous Result of over HK$52 Million/US$6.78 Million

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Acker Merrall & Condit, the world's leading wine auctioneer and America's oldest fine wine merchant, held its first 2013 Hong Kong sale on 25 and 26 January and achieved an impressive total of HK$52,900,086/US$6.78M that was 96% ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Acker Merrall & Condit's 2013 January Hong Kong Auction Achieves Tremendous Result of over HK$52 Million/US$6.78 Million
#20943
2013: A Year with More Startups and Full Construction Schedule

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- CNOOC Limited (the "Company", NYSE: CEO, SEHK: 00883) announced a summary of the Company's business strategy and development plan for the year 2013. The Company's net production target of 2013 is in the range of 338 to 348 million ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 2013: A Year with More Startups and Full Construction Schedule
#20944
'World Internet Markets: Search - Social Network - Video - Mobile LBS - E-Commerce' Database Provides Forecasts Up to 2016

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Research and Markets (httpwww.researchandmarkets.com/research/s54bfv/world_internet) has announced the addition of the "World Internet Markets: Search - Social Network - Video - Mobile LBS - E-commerce" report to their offering. ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 'World Internet Markets: Search - Social Network - Video - Mobile LBS - E-Commerce' Database Provides Forecasts Up to 2016
#20945
Air China to Start Beijing-Geneva Nonstop Service and Expand Its Presence in Europe

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Air China Limited (hereinafter referred to as "Air China") recently announced that starting May 7, 2013 it will offer nonstop four-times weekly Beijing - Geneva service using the Airbus A330-200. That will make Air China the only ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Air China to Start Beijing-Geneva Nonstop Service and Expand Its Presence in Europe
#20946
A. O. Smith Continuing Operations Achieve Record Sales and Earnings for 2012 Driven by Acquisition and Organic Growth

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Water technology company A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE-AOS) announced record sales of $1.94 billion and earnings of $162.6 million, or $3.49 per share, from continuing operations for 2012. Sales from continuing operations for 2012 ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: A. O. Smith Continuing Operations Achieve Record Sales and Earnings for 2012 Driven by Acquisition and Organic Growth
#20947
Secretary of State Clinton Announces New Foundation

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, as part of her ongoing commitment to the US-China relationship, on announced the creation of the 100,000 Strong Foundation to enhance and expand opportunities for US students to learn ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Secretary of State Clinton Announces New Foundation
#20948
2013 Directory of China's Gas Power Plants Bilingual Edition

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Research and Markets (httpwww.researchandmarkets.com/research/f4kgc4/2013_directory_of) has announced the addition of the "2013 Directory of China's Gas Power Plants Bilingual Edition" directory to their offering. Natural gas ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 2013 Directory of China's Gas Power Plants Bilingual Edition
#20949
Amdocs Wins Telecom Asia's 2012 Readers' Choice "Vendor of the Year" Awards in Customer Experience Innovation, BSS Product Advancement and Managed Services

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Amdocs, the leading provider of customer experience systems and services, announced that it has been named Asia Pacific's "BSS Vendor of the Year", "Customer Experience Management Innovation of the Year" and "Managed Support ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Amdocs Wins Telecom Asia's 2012 Readers' Choice "Vendor of the Year" Awards in Customer Experience Innovation, BSS Product Advancement and Managed Services
#20950
Actix Announces 100th LTE Customer

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Over 100 of the world's mobile operators, network equipment providers, outsourcers and handset/chipset manufacturers now rely on Actix for the rollout of LTE. The milestone sees Actix with approximately 50 per cent share of the ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Actix Announces 100th LTE Customer
#20951
Aberdeen Asia-Pacific Income Fund, Inc. Announces Payment of Monthly Distribution

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Aberdeen Asia-Pacific Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE MKT: FAX) (the "Fund a closed-end fund, announced that it paid on January 11, 2013, a distribution of US $0.035 per share to all shareholders of record as of December 31, 2012. Your ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Aberdeen Asia-Pacific Income Fund, Inc. Announces Payment of Monthly Distribution
#20952
2012 Deep Research Report on Global and China Vitamin E Industry

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Research and Markets (httpwww.researchandmarkets.com/research/6sc98r/2012_deep) has announced the addition of the "2012 Deep Research Report on Global and China Vitamin E Industry" report to their offering. This 2012 Deep Research ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 2012 Deep Research Report on Global and China Vitamin E Industry
#20953
ABF Global Supply Chain Services Adds South America to Coverage Area

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Peru and Uruguay are now included in the expanding ocean transport portfolio of ABF Global Supply Chain Services. ABF Global is providing a single contact for full-container-load (FCL) and ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: ABF Global Supply Chain Services Adds South America to Coverage Area
#20954
Air Filtering System, Remote Control Parking Aid, C-NCAP Star Rating, and Long Wheel Base among Features in New China Auto Advisor

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Market Insight Corporation announces that its latest version of the MyProductAdvisor.cn auto advisor is now available to shoppers in China. This new release (httpwww.myproductadvisor.cn) is the eighth major version for the China ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Air Filtering System, Remote Control Parking Aid, C-NCAP Star Rating, and Long Wheel Base among Features in New China Auto Advisor
#20955
2013 Executive Search Outlook Becoming Brighter in the Americas and Asia Pacific Although Europe Still Moribund

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- The 2013 Executive Search Industry Outlook Report just released by the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) shows that half of global executive search consultants hold a neutral outlook for the executive search ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 2013 Executive Search Outlook Becoming Brighter in the Americas and Asia Pacific Although Europe Still Moribund
#20956
2013 C&D Xiamen International Marathon: Men's Title Sets New Record in China

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- The 2013 C&D Xiamen International Marathon came to a successful conclusion in the coastal city of Xiamen on January 5. Ethiopia's Getachew Terfa Negari won the men's title, clocking in at 2 hours, 7 minutes and 32 seconds, ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 2013 C&D Xiamen International Marathon: Men's Title Sets New Record in China
#20957
99 Cent Kindle Novel 'Breaking the Devil's Heart' Hailed as 'Brilliant' and 'A Must Read' by International Newspapers

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Author H. A. Goodman's Breaking the Devil's Heart, a 99cents Kindle eBook, continues to grow in popularity worldwide because of the groundbreaking manner in which conflict, terrorism, war, and genocide is portrayed in the story. ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 99 Cent Kindle Novel 'Breaking the Devil's Heart' Hailed as 'Brilliant' and 'A Must Read' by International Newspapers
#20958
41 Korean Players Receive Worldwide Disciplinary Sanctions

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- FIFA can confirm the extension of sanctions on 41 players from Korea Republic related to a domestic match-fixing investigation dating back to the summer of 2011. All 41 players have been sanctioned with a lifetime ban from all ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 41 Korean Players Receive Worldwide Disciplinary Sanctions
#20959
Accountancy in China

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Research and Markets (httpwww.researchandmarkets.com/research/2xl6dv/accountancy_in) has announced the addition of the "Accountancy in China" report to their offering. Accountancy in China industry profile provides top-line ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Accountancy in China
#20960
5.6 Billion M2 Thermal Envelope Market Will Drive China's Red Hot Construction Industry

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Some worry that China's robust construction industry might be hitting a wall. But new drivers, led notably by thermal envelope materials, are emerging to create a new opportunity, according to Lux Research. Based on market demand ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 5.6 Billion M2 Thermal Envelope Market Will Drive China's Red Hot Construction Industry
#20961
BG Group Secures $1.8Bn US Ex-Im Loan

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- BG Group announced that it has secured a $1.8 billion loan from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (US Ex-Im). The loan, which marks further progress in the Group's funding diversification plans, is also designed to ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: BG Group Secures $1.8Bn US Ex-Im Loan
#20962
Archives International Auctions to Offer Rare Chinese and Asian Banknotes in Hong Kong

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Archives International Auctions, in association with Dynasty Auctions Company, Ltd., will offer the Allen Berk collection of rare Chinese and Asian banknotes at the Harbor Plaza North Point Hotel in Hong Kong. There will be over ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Archives International Auctions to Offer Rare Chinese and Asian Banknotes in Hong Kong
#20963
Boeing, China Airlines Announce Order for Six 777s

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and China Airlines announced an order for six 777-300ERs (Extended Range) airplanes. The order is valued at approximately $2 billion at list prices. The new airplanes will become the first 777s to join China ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Boeing, China Airlines Announce Order for Six 777s
#20964
BioPharmaceutical Industry in China - 2012: An in Depth Analysis of Multinational and Chinese Biopharma Companies, Industry Trends,Opportunities & Challenges

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Research and Markets (httpwww.researchandmarkets.com/research/jttsn9/biopharmaceutical) has announced the addition of the "BioPharmaceutical Industry in China - An In Depth Analysis of Multinational and Chinese Biopharma ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: BioPharmaceutical Industry in China - 2012: An in Depth Analysis of Multinational and Chinese Biopharma Companies, Industry Trends,Opportunities & Challenges
#20965
CDNetworks Selects Etisalat's SmartHub to Enhance Online Shopping

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Etisalat has recently formed a regional strategic partnership with CDNetworks through Etisalat's SmartHub, to allow greater opportunities for e-commerce and online purchases in the UAE. The partnership with Etisalat means that the ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: CDNetworks Selects Etisalat's SmartHub to Enhance Online Shopping
#20966
Beijing Starts 72-Hour Visa-Free Stay Policy

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Beijing recently announced a 72-hour visa-free stay for citizens from 45 countries who have outbound air tickets and visas to a third country, starting January 1, 2013. This policy will promote Beijing's regional economy, tourism ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Beijing Starts 72-Hour Visa-Free Stay Policy
#20967
British Airways Reveals the Top 13 Destinations for 2013

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- From the far-flung to the unsung, British Airways has compiled its top 13 destinations to visit in 2013. If 2012 was about East London, then 2013 is about the Far East, as holidaymakers seek the natural unspoilt beauty, charm and ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: British Airways Reveals the Top 13 Destinations for 2013
#20968
1-Octene CAS 111-66-0 Market Research Report 2012

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Research and Markets (httpwww.researchandmarkets.com/research/lwf6zz/1octene_cas) has announced the addition of the "1-Octene (CAS 111-66-0) Market Research Report 2012" report to their offering. 1-OCTENE (CAS 111-66-0) Market ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 1-Octene CAS 111-66-0 Market Research Report 2012
#20969
2013 C&D Xiamen International Marathon Set for January 5, 2013, in China

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- The 2013 C&D Xiamen International Marathon will be held in Xiamen, China, on January 5, 2013. The Xiamen International Marathon has become one of the most prominent and world-renowned marathon events, due to its professionalism in ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 2013 C&D Xiamen International Marathon Set for January 5, 2013, in China
#20970
AIG Announces Pricing of Sale of Ordinary Shares of AIA Group Limited

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- American International Group, Inc. (NYSE: AIG) announced that it has priced the sale in Hong Kong of approximately 1.65 billion ordinary shares of AIA Group Limited (AIA) by means of a placing to certain institutional investors ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: AIG Announces Pricing of Sale of Ordinary Shares of AIA Group Limited
#20971
'Botox Killer' Eye Cream Not Found at Sephora

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Consumers won't find Elite Serum on the shelves at Sephora or Ulta, next to the ho-hum anti-aging eye cream products that make various and often unsubstantiated claims about their ability to reduce the symptoms of age. SkinPro, ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 'Botox Killer' Eye Cream Not Found at Sephora
#20972
A Night of Stars Sees a Glittering Cast of Celebrities at Sands Cotai Central

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Throngs of fans lined up at Sands([R]) Cotai Central Saturday evening, hoping to catch a glimpse of the glittering array of celebrities walking the red carpet on their way to a VIP gala dinner at Sheraton Macao Hotel, part of ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: A Night of Stars Sees a Glittering Cast of Celebrities at Sands Cotai Central
#20973
"More Mobile Self-Service Please" Say over 90% of Beijing Passengers

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- SITA/Air Transport World Passenger Self-Service Survey shows a strong interest among passengers at Beijing International Airport to use more mobile self-services. Over 90% want to search for flights and receive flight updates and ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: "More Mobile Self-Service Please" Say over 90% of Beijing Passengers
#20974
Acker Merrall & Condit December Hong Kong Sale Totals HK$61,876,872/US$7,932,932

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Acker Merrall & Condit, the world's leading wine auctioneer and America's oldest fine wine merchant, concluded another successful year in Asia with its Hong Kong sale held on 6-8 December 2012. Over 1,270 lots of some of the ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Acker Merrall & Condit December Hong Kong Sale Totals HK$61,876,872/US$7,932,932
#20975
AIG Confirms Discussions to Sell a 90 Percent Stake in International Lease Finance Corporation ILFC

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- American International Group, Inc. (NYSE: AIG) confirmed that it is in discussions to sell a 90 percent interest in International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC) to an investor group led by New China Trust Co. Ltd., New China ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: AIG Confirms Discussions to Sell a 90 Percent Stake in International Lease Finance Corporation ILFC
#20976
Aegion Corporation Receives $8.5 Million USD Fibrwrap[R] Pipe Rehabilitation Contract Relating to the Government of Hong Kong Water Supplies Department

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Aegion Corporation (Nasdaq Global Select Market: AEGN) announced that its subsidiary, Fyfe Hong Kong Limited, has received a contract valued at $8.5 million (USD) for the rehabilitation of potable water pipelines, ranging from ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Aegion Corporation Receives $8.5 Million USD Fibrwrap[R] Pipe Rehabilitation Contract Relating to the Government of Hong Kong Water Supplies Department
#20977
'Wind Power Korea 2012' Kicks off for Advanced Wind Power Industry

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- 'Wind Power Korea 2012' is held from 5th to 7th, December by Gyeongsangnam-do, a hub of east south area of Korea. 94 companies participate in the exhibition running at CECO (Changwon Exhibition Convention Center) located in ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 'Wind Power Korea 2012' Kicks off for Advanced Wind Power Industry
#20978
AHF Marks World AIDS Day 2012 with Testing Events and Awareness Campaigns around the World

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- AIDS Healthcare Foundation has come to be a global leader in the fight against the HIV/AIDS epidemic around the world. Opening new clinics and forging new partnerships in more and more countries every year, AHF currently works in ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: AHF Marks World AIDS Day 2012 with Testing Events and Awareness Campaigns around the World
#20979
"I'll Have a Double EleXpresso with an Extra Dash of Poo."

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Anantara Hotels, Resorts and Spas has introduced Black Ivory Coffee at its four resorts in the Maldives, joining the group's Anantara Golden Triangle resort in Thailand as the first hotels in the world to offer one of the most ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: "I'll Have a Double EleXpresso with an Extra Dash of Poo."
#20980
2,3-Dichloro-5 Trifluoromethyl Pyridine CAS 69045-84-7 Market Research Report 2012

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Research and Markets (httpwww.researchandmarkets.com/research/k5698f/23dichloro5) has announced the addition of the "2,3-dichloro-5 (trifluoromethyl) pyridine (CAS 69045-84-7) Market Research Report 2012" report to their offering. ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 2,3-Dichloro-5 Trifluoromethyl Pyridine CAS 69045-84-7 Market Research Report 2012
#20981
ABF Global Supply Chain Services Expands to Include Europe and Turkey

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Continuing its strategic expansion abroad, ABF Global Supply Chain Services (ABF GSCS) is now serving Europe and Turkey with ocean transport, providing a single contact for full-container-load (FCL) and expedited ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: ABF Global Supply Chain Services Expands to Include Europe and Turkey
#20982
Aluminum in China

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Research and Markets (httpwww.researchandmarkets.com/research/lzfw9m/aluminum_in_china) has announced the addition of the "Aluminum in China" report to their offering. Aluminum in China industry profile provides top-line ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Aluminum in China
#20983
Accretive Capital's Founder & Managing Partner, Richard Fearon, Joins Nutrastar International's Board of Directors

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Nutrastar International Inc. (OTCQB: NUIN; "Nutrastar" or the "Company a leading producer and supplier of premium branded consumer products, including commercially cultivated Cordyceps Militaris ("Cordyceps functional health ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Accretive Capital's Founder & Managing Partner, Richard Fearon, Joins Nutrastar International's Board of Directors
#20984
Amazon Appstore Continues Global Expansion, Now Available in Japan

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- (NASDAQ:AMZN) - Amazon.com, Inc. announced the launch of the Amazon Appstore in Japan, giving Japanese customers access to a broad selection of quality Android apps, plus the security and convenience of shopping for these apps ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Amazon Appstore Continues Global Expansion, Now Available in Japan
#20985
360buy Opens Its Last Mile Delivery Service to Third Parties

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- 360buy.com ("360buy" or "the Company China's leading direct B2C e-commerce company, announced that it has launched a pilot program opening its last mile delivery service to third parties. Through its directly operated last mile ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 360buy Opens Its Last Mile Delivery Service to Third Parties
#20986
American Express Meetings & Events Reports Asia Pacific to Lead All Regions in Growth in Spend and Number of Meetings in 2013

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- According to the American Express Meetings & Events 2013 Global Meetings Forecast ("the Forecast Asia Pacific, with its relatively strong economy, is likely to see the strongest growth among regions in both spending and the number ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: American Express Meetings & Events Reports Asia Pacific to Lead All Regions in Growth in Spend and Number of Meetings in 2013
#20987
Addition of CGDA 2012 Webgame Award Category Reflects Rapid Growth of China's Webgame Market

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- The 4th China Game Developers' Awards (CGDA 2012) saw the debut of a new award category - the Webgame awards. The addition was a reflection of the rise of Webgame in China's game industry. At the 10th ChinaJoy which closed at the ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: Addition of CGDA 2012 Webgame Award Category Reflects Rapid Growth of China's Webgame Market
#20988
"Gangnam Style" Mania Takes US Pop Culture by Storm

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- The video for "Gangnam Style" has reached 767 million views in less than 4 months and the song hit No.1 in almost 30 countries according to the LA Times. The universal hit has inspired mainstream consumer demands including ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: "Gangnam Style" Mania Takes US Pop Culture by Storm
#20989
2012 China's Yacht Club Investigation Report - Insights into the Industry

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at China Business Newsweekly -- Research and Markets (httpwww.researchandmarkets.com/research/22zwxn/2012_chinas) has announced the addition of the "2012 China's Yacht Club Investigation" report to their offering. Although the international financial crisis ... (Publication: China Business Newsweekly)

Source: 2012 China's Yacht Club Investigation Report - Insights into the Industry
#20990
Tacloban, Dipolog Airports' Bidding Set

The government is set to bid out the development of Tacloban and Dipolog airports with estimated combined costs of P319 million. The Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) said the development of the two airports is in fulfillment of President Aquino's promise to modernize air ... (Publication: Manila Bulletin)

Source: Tacloban, Dipolog Airports' Bidding Set
#20991
Doctor Thanks 'I-Witness' in Davao Docufest

For Dr. Rizal Aportadera, founder of the Mindanao Burn Center, the recently concluded I-Witness Docufest in Davao City was more than just a chance to watch first rate documentaries from GMA-7's flagship documentary program. It was a chance for him to personally thank the men and women behind the ... (Publication: Manila Bulletin)

Source: Doctor Thanks 'I-Witness' in Davao Docufest
#20992
Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn Ward off Aliens in 'The Watch'

Ben Stiller and Vince Vaughn reunite in "The Watch" along with Jonah Hill and British comedian Richard Ayoade. The four band together in the film to uncover the mysterious events happening in their neighborhood. Stiller's Evan is a senior manager at the superstore Costco, having made a ... (Publication: Manila Bulletin)

Source: Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn Ward off Aliens in 'The Watch'
#20993
Philippine Archive / News - Try Chocolate for Road Rage
February 28, 2013, 12:01:47 AM
Try Chocolate for Road Rage

Road rage is an accident waiting to happen more frequently as the holiday season rolls in. As early as the first four days of the "ber"months rolled in, traffic was thicker than usual, especially around the commercial centers. And it's not yet even the holidays, yet we have traffic that is closely ... (Publication: Manila Bulletin)

Source: Try Chocolate for Road Rage
#20994
Philippine Archive / News - The Heart of Cleaning Cars
February 28, 2013, 12:01:47 AM
The Heart of Cleaning Cars

The heart of cleaning a vehicle is vanishing. Instead of a family bonding over 'bathing' a car during the weekend, the car is driven instead to the nearest carwash. The reasons may vary: lack of time, lack of know-how, we want to cut water expense, or downright laziness. There was a time in my ... (Publication: Manila Bulletin)

Source: The Heart of Cleaning Cars
#20995
Ryanair to Drop Crossover Routes

(Bloomberg) - Ryanair Holdings Plc. could exit all 46 routes from Dublin that overlap with Aer Lingus Group Plc. to help win approval for a takeover bid and said it's talking with more than 10 carriers about selling or leasing the slots. "We have really revolutionary, radical remedies, so we think ... (Publication: Manila Bulletin)

Source: Ryanair to Drop Crossover Routes
#20996
Rocha Expanding Her Efforts to Be A Role Model

One afternoon in late July, traffic stopped in Manhattan so that a small parade of models could cross the street. They entered the Coffee Shop, a restaurant in Union Square, and descended to a dimly lighted subterranean lounge with leather banquettes and Champagne buckets filled with mini cartons ... (Publication: Manila Bulletin)

Source: Rocha Expanding Her Efforts to Be A Role Model
#20997
Chito Gets 'Kilig' over Angel-Phil Romance

MANILA, Philippines - Parokya ni Edgar front man Chito Miranda is "very happy" for his good friend Angel Locsin and her boyfriend, Philippine Azkals striker Phil Younghusband. "Sobrang nakakakilig. Kasi hindi ako sanay na girl si Angel, e. Talagang macho talaga 'yun, e. So, kapag nakikita mo siya ... (Publication: Manila Bulletin)

Source: Chito Gets 'Kilig' over Angel-Phil Romance
#20998
Shamcey Supsup Tells Miss Supranational Hopeful Elaine Kay Moll to Own It

MANILA, Philippines - For the first time since the inception of the Miss Supranational beauty competition, the Philippines is sending a representative to the pageant to be held in Warsaw, Poland on Sept. 14. Only on its fourth staging, the Miss Supranational 2012 will see this year's Binibining ... (Publication: Manila Bulletin)

Source: Shamcey Supsup Tells Miss Supranational Hopeful Elaine Kay Moll to Own It
#20999
Philippine Archive / News - Taulava Moving to ABL's SMB
February 28, 2013, 12:01:44 AM
Taulava Moving to ABL's SMB

After declining a two-year offer from Meralco, veteran Asi Taulava has reportedly signed to play for the San Miguel Beermen in the ASEAN Basketball League (ABL) starting next season. According to sources, the 6-foot-9 Taulava, 39, agreed to a three-year deal to play for the Beermen, owned by San ... (Publication: Manila Bulletin)

Source: Taulava Moving to ABL's SMB
#21000
Javier Sparkles as UE Shocks Ateneo

University of the East coach Boycie Zamar said beating the mighty Ateneo squad is an ultimate dream. Yesterday, Zamar and company realized that dream as they reprised an almost the same play as Sunday's win over University of the Philippines to post the biggest win in the league so far. This time, ... (Publication: Manila Bulletin)

Source: Javier Sparkles as UE Shocks Ateneo