Lucasfilm opens new state-of-the-art premises in Singapore
Lucasfilm could have set up an office anywhere in the world, but chose to come to Singapore for its regional headquarters.
World stocks lackluster as China growth slows
World markets were lackluster Monday after a report showed China’s economic growth slowing and poor earnings from Germany’s largest bank.
Toyota retains global auto sales crown in 2013 and predicts 2014 sales above 10m vehicles
Toyota Motor Corp retained its rank as the world’s best-selling automaker last year, beating out rivals General Motors Co and Volkswagen AG for the second year in a row
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.
