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Construction scandal in Tokyo hits property sales

The data manipulation pertaining to piles' strength has been creating tremors in the Tokyo's apartment market. The ongoing probe into 546 projects is impacting the market as buyers prefer to wait and watch until total clarity emerges. Some developers have even postponed their apartment sales.

Nov 19, 2015 1:40 AM EST

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Metals prices soften on slump in Chinese consumption; Zinc at 6-year low

The metals prices are dropping continuously owing to bleak demand in the China's market, the world's biggest consumer of metals. The metals prices fell to 2010 level low while zinc is trading at a six-year low. The slump in China's commodity market is also causing an oversupply.

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Bomb Threat Enforce Two Air France Flights To Be Diverted

Two Air France flights bound for Paris were diverted after bomb threat this Tuesday. One of the plane was landed in Salt Lake City, Utah and another one in Halifax.

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China Thoroughly Scrutinizes eCommerce: Will The Country Be Successful In Controlling Fake Goods?

China is trying hard to revamp the entire eCommerce market through quality control measures. China authorities have introduced certain hard and fast rules and regulations to enhance their image in the global platform.

AliBaba Keeps Dominating The Market Despite Of The Counterfeit Goods Issue

Last week Alibaba made history when it sold $14 billion of merchandise in a single day more than Cyber Monday and Black Friday deals combined.

Nov 18, 2015 7:29 PM EST

Foreigners Are Piling In As Argentina Open Doors For Business

For the first time in two decades, the US Chamber Of Commerce is bringing business leaders to Argentina.

Nov 18, 2015 7:27 PM EST

How Traffickers Uitilize Social Media To Tempt Teenagers Into Sex Work

Traffickers worldwide are increasingly using social media to contact vulnerable teenagers and sell them into sex work.

Nov 17, 2015 10:31 PM EST

Obama to sign TPP deal with Philippines and Vietnam in APEC Summit

President Barack Obama is expected to talk more regarding the TPP during the APEC summit which will be attended by many leaders including Chinese President Xi Jinping. The summit will also see Vietnam and Philippines to sign the pact.

Nov 16, 2015 9:24 PM EST

China Doubles The Deposit For Stock Margin Trading

China will double the deposit required for investors to borrow funds to trade stocks, known as margin trading.

Nov 16, 2015 8:21 PM EST

Cisco And Ericsson Join Hands To Create Networks Of Future

Next generation strategic partnership will drive growth, accelerate innovation, and speed digital transformation demanded by customers across industries.

Nov 16, 2015 8:16 PM EST

EasyJet expected to announce £700 million of profit next week

London-based low-cost airline carrier, EasyJet is set to post its highest ever annual profits of about £700 million next week. Analysts are optimistic that recent hike in the number of passengers will offset the Sharm el-Sheikh crisis.

Nov 16, 2015 7:54 AM EST

US Fed may hike interest rate in December

The top officials at US Federal Reserve are indicating a possible rise in interest rate in next December meeting if economic data is supportive. On the other hand, the rising dollar and weak global economy are impacting US exports, while easing pressure on imports.

Nov 16, 2015 3:05 AM EST

Alibaba Group may acquire SCMP group

Alibaba Group, a China-based e-commerce major, is said to be in negotiations to acquire SCMP Group, which runs China Daily. Alibaba is investing in media companies.

Nov 16, 2015 3:01 AM EST

Zuckerberg Explained Facebook's Safety Check Activation after Paris Attacks

Mark Zuckerberg explained the rarely Safety Check tool to enable people marked themselves as safe. Safety Check tools was activated after Islamic States' terrorist attack in Paris.

Nov 16, 2015 1:48 AM EST

Russian GDP shrinks 4.1% in Q3; fall rate eases

Russian GDP fell 4.1% during the third quarter, but it slowed down when compared with the second quarter's drop of 4.6%. The Western sanctions, oil price drop and lower investment activity are taking a toll on the Russian economy. The oil and gas sector is a major contributor to the Russian economy.

Nov 16, 2015 1:16 AM EST

Starbucks offers new perks to military veterans

With 5,500 veterans hired to date, Starbucks has surpassed the half-way mark toward its goal. But hiring is only one part of the story. Starbucks is on a mission to help bridge a disconnect between the military and civilians while honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and military spouses.

Nov 15, 2015 10:00 PM EST