Google and Samsung announce major patent deal
For an undisclosed price, Google and Samsung will remain long term partners after signing a ten year global patent cross-licensing agreement, lasting until 2024.
Asia Pacific Resources International Ltd (APRIL) goes green
Asia Pacific Resources International Ltd, are pledging to change their ways as the forestry sector comes under increasing pressure from the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD).
Korea aims to cut emissions by 30 per cent
The Korean government strive to cut the country’s greenhouse gas emissions by 30 per cent by 2020, in an attempt to delay the effects of global warming.
The Year of the Horse begins today
China is celebrating the year of the horse and many will benefit from a week-long holiday.
China flies first Airbus A380 superjumbo
An Airbus A380 jet touched down at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport on Monday, marking the superjumbo jet’s first commercial flight in China.
Ronaldo pips Messi to Ballon d’Or award
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has won the 2013 FIFA Ballon d’Or, claiming the award for the second time in his career.
Thai protesters start Bangkok ‘shutdown’ in bid to topple PM
Thousands of anti-government protesters set up blockades at several major intersections in Bangkok on Monday as they sought to cripple Thailand’s capital.
China 2013 trade passes US$4 trillion
China's annual trade in goods passed the $4 trillion mark for the first time in 2013, official data showed on Friday, confirming its position as the world's biggest trading nation.
Dollar Breaks ¥110 for First Time in 6 Years
The dollar broke the ¥110 barrier for the first time in more than six years on Oct 1st, following a string of generally upbeat US data and expectations of more Bank of Japan monetary easing.
2 arrested in rare case of kidnapping in Singapore
Suspects of the Singapore kidnapping case were detained within 12 hours of report, 79-year-old woman returned safely; Initial demand of S$20m ransom reduced to S$2m, money recovered.
