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Hotel Investment Trend on the Rise in Asia

Sep 12, 2014 08:50 PM EDT

In Asia, there are certain trends that have been making investors a lot of money and when it comes to hotel investments, this is no exception.

Fitness Contestants Seek to Make History

American Ninja Warrior Contestants Fight to Make History in Obstacle Course

Whitney Larkins |

Sep 09, 2014 01:21 AM EDT

Hundreds of contestants have been eliminated from the ever-popular American Ninja Warrior contest that is broadcast on NBC. Several obstacle courses are set up to see which person can make it to the next challenging stages which include rope climbs, hurdles and ladder climbs.

Miss Asia-Toronto Crowned in Canadian Beauty Pageant

Whitney Larkins |

Sep 06, 2014 01:24 AM EDT

Sunny Dhaliwal was crowned Miss Asia-Toronto this week, beating out a contestant pool of 45 other beauty queens. Dhaliwal is the first South Asia contestant to win the coveted crown of Miss Asia-Toronto.

Majority of Internet Users in Asia-Pacific Region Are Under Age 35

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Sep 06, 2014 12:48 AM EDT

An estimated 60 percent of internet users in Asia-Pacific are comprised of young people over the age 35. According to results of a recent study, the plurality of internet users in the world originate from this region.

Japanese Firms Seeking Foreign Investment as Domestic Profits Stagnate

Banking Giant Sumitomo Mitsui Seeks Stake in Bank of East Asia Worth $955 Million

Whitney Larkins |

Sep 05, 2014 09:20 PM EDT

Additional shares of Hong Kong-based Bank of East Asia are actively being sought out by finance mammoth Sumitomo Mitsui. There is an estimated $955 million (USD) at stake in what would become the largest investment made by Sumitomo Mitsui outside of Japan.

Pipeline Pressure Ease By $3.1 Billion in Bond Issuances

Pipeline Pressure Ease by Asia Bond Sales of $3.1 Billion

Whitney Larkins |

Sep 05, 2014 08:54 PM EDT

This week more than three billion dollars was raised by a raft of issuers in a quest to curtail the effects of weakening U.S. Treasury yields.

Schedule Disruptions Creating Headaches For Asia Shipping Companies

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Sep 05, 2014 08:05 PM EDT

Frustration and anger abounded at shipping ports throughout Asia as agencies scrambled to find solutions to the ever-growing problem of disrupted shipping schedules. Shipping schedules were in disarray as logistics problems increases at ports across Asia, according to a recent study by JOC.com. The situation was out of control and could lead to anuncertain future and lost profits, sources said.

Bruno Mars Captivates Audiences in Mexico City Leg of Tour

Whitney Larkins |

Sep 05, 2014 07:38 PM EDT

Megastar Bruno Mars continues his world tour with a stopover in Mexico for several concert dates. Throngs of fans welcomed the pop star and his band and reports have surfaced that fans are camping outside of his hotel room and singing to him on a daily basis.

President Xi Jinping Continues Corruption Crackdown, Targets Local Leaders

Whitney Larkins |

Aug 08, 2014 09:46 PM EDT

Chinese President Xi Jinping continues to reign in widespread corruption. His focus is now shifted to ending alleged unethical and unlawful activities being carried out by lower-level government officials in China's cities.

Dangerous Narcotic from Asia Gaining Popularity in Middle Eastern Countries

Whitney Larkins |

Aug 08, 2014 09:29 PM EDT

Government officials in the Middle East have been busy warning its citizens and ex-patriots regarding the dangers of a new drug that has origins in Asia. The drug, named “shabu” , is a psycho-stimulant that can lead to violence, addiction and mental illness.

China Labor Activists Push for Safety Reforms in Wake of Deadly Blast

Whitney Larkins |

Aug 08, 2014 09:13 PM EDT

A petition is being circulated by over a dozen labor rights groups in China which comes in the aftermath of a deadly factory explosion Saturday, killing 75 people and injuring 185.

Summer School Gaining Popularity in China

Summer School a Fun Adventure for Shanghai Children

Whitney Larkins |

Aug 08, 2014 09:07 PM EDT

For most students around the world, summer is a time of rest and relaxation before the onset of the next school year. But, children in Shanghai are enjoying their summer by attending school over the break.

Research Fund Scandal Discovered by Government Officials

Science Officials Discover Alleged Research Fund Fraud

Whitney Larkins |

Aug 08, 2014 08:45 PM EDT

Another corruption scandal has been discovered by government officials that have been actively cracking down on malfeasance. The Beijing Youth Daily reports that the Ministry of Science and Technology recently uncovered involve private companies and universities.

Taiwan Official Offers Resignation Over Pipeline Blasts

Whitney Larkins |

Aug 08, 2014 05:38 AM EDT

Chang Chia-juch, Taiwan's Economic Minister Chang Chia-juch and his deputy, Woody Duh, offered to resign from their post after the natural gas explosion in southern Taiwan last week, The Wall Street Journal reported.

Espionage Accusations are a Growing Problem in China

Chinese College Student Arrested For Alleged Spying Activities

Whitney Larkins |

Aug 08, 2014 03:53 AM EDT

The state media announced this week that a graduate student has been arrested for allegedly selling sensitive information to foreigners. The man, whose full name was not disclosed, has reportedly collected more than 60 intelligence items and share these with unauthorized parties.

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