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Hong Kong Ranks Third in the Latest World Bank Report

Jul 09, 2015 12:02 PM EDT

The World Bank 2015 "Ease of Doing Business" report ranked China's Hong Kong third among 189 countries. The countries are ranked according to six indicators; starting a business, dealing with construction permits, getting electricity, getting credit, protecting minority investors, paying taxes, registering property, trading across borders, enforcing contracts, and resolving insolvency.

Four Israeli Teachers Arrested for Praising ISIS in Classrooms

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Jul 07, 2015 01:33 PM EDT

Four Israeli teachers were arrested on Monday for luring their students and co-workers to join the terrorist group ISIS.

Shanghai Futures Exchange Approval of Norilsk Brands Pulled Nickel Prices Down

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Jul 03, 2015 02:16 PM EDT

Nickel has slid once again upon Shanghai Futures Exchange's (ShFE) approval of three nickel brands for delivery against its contracts, giving it a six-year-low record that aggravates its reputation among investors and market players.

Toyota Executive Accused of Drug Smuggling Resigns

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Jul 02, 2015 04:55 AM EDT

Toyota Motor Corporation's (TMC) highest ranking female executive Julie Hamp has stepped down from being the company's chief communications officer after being arrested for alleged drug smuggling on June 18.

China Faces Anti-Dumping Duties from US and India

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Jun 30, 2015 11:51 AM EDT

Three months ago, the European Union imposed anti-dumping duties on imports of flat stainless steel from China and Taiwan. Now, several steelmakers from the US is seeking tariffs on American imports of the same products from China, India, Italy, South Korea, and Taiwan to shun the possible onslaught of cheap imports to the country.

China's Looming VAT Reform May Affect Metals Importers

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Jun 29, 2015 05:33 AM EDT

China's economy may be slowing down, but the country is not ready to give in just yet. Next month, the Chinese government is planning to implement its revamped value-added tax (VAT) that would replace business taxes and expand three crucial sectors: real estate, finance, and consumer services.

Extremists Attack AMISOM Military Base in Somalia

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Jun 26, 2015 07:43 PM EDT

Troops of the African Union Mission in Somalia (Amisom) fought with extremist group Al Shabaab on Friday after an attack on the former's military base that killed at least 12 soldiers, Reuters reported.

Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Struggles to Emulate LME Metal Success

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Jun 25, 2015 11:37 AM EDT

The Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing (HKEx) is now the world's biggest bourse operator after embarking on various stock trading programs to bring together traders in the Asian region. At the center of these enterprises is the "link" plan with the Shanghai Futures Exchange (ShFE) that allowed mainland funds to purchase Hong Kong shares.

Jack Ma Splurges $23 Million on Lush Property for Nature Conservation

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Jun 25, 2015 08:00 AM EDT

Alibaba's Jack Ma has once again shown his conservationist side as he acquired a 28,100-acre park in upstate New York for a whopping $23 million to preserve its natural wonders.

Chinese Government Urges Migrant Workers to Start Businesses, Offers Tax Incentives

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Jun 23, 2015 11:16 AM EDT

China's State Council on Sunday released a call to action for migrant workers to return to their hometowns, share what they've learned to people in rural areas, and start their own companies.

First Set of Giant Panda Twins Born in China

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Jun 23, 2015 09:10 AM EDT

This year's first set of giant panda twins was born early Monday in a conservation facility in Chengdu, China, ECNS reported.

Former White House Chef Found Dead After a Week of Absence

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Jun 23, 2015 03:40 AM EDT

A former White House executive chef who went missing last week was found dead on June 21, Sunday evening after a five-day extensive search and rescue mission.

Terrorist Attack on Afghan Parliament Left Two Dead, Militants Killed

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Jun 22, 2015 03:27 PM EDT

Taliban insurgents on Monday morning attacked the Afghan parliament in the middle of a session that aims to confirm a third nominee for the position of Defense minister.

China Puts Heritage First as Reconstruction Begins on Oldest Part of Great Wall

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Jun 22, 2015 07:24 AM EDT

A construction plan that will preserve and protect China's Great Wall of Qi is already underway, according to a provincial heritage official, Xinhua reported.

Top Toyota Executive Arrested for Smuggling Drug into Japan

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Jun 19, 2015 10:17 AM EDT

Tokyo Metropolitan Police arrested Toyota's chief communications officer Julie Hamp on Thursday for allegedly smuggling narcotics into Japan, CNN reported.

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