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Google, Twitter helps Egyptians to communicate through voicemail.

'Democratic Gap' May Have Predicted Egyptian Unrest

Two political scientists at Hebrew University in Israel say they have come up with a method of predicting the likelihood that a country will suffer civil unrest.

China plans to spend big on nuclear power, high-speed rail

Nuclear power and high speed rail will top the focus of China's plan to invest $1.5 trillion in seven key industries and shift the world's number two economy away from its role as a supplier of cheap goods, sources said.

Analysis: U.S. military says keeps up with China; Is it enough?

U.S. military commanders are expressing confidence that they can hold their own in the face of faster-than-expected advances by China's military, but looming cost cuts are adding to doubts about the future of American power in the Pacific.

A man passes near a banner at a protest camp opposite The Houses of Parliament in London

Unemployment, poverty top global worries - poll

Unemployment, poverty and social injustice are the top global concerns and most people think their country is heading in the wrong direction, according to a new poll.

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Pre-Market NASDAQ Movers (SIMO, KLIC, BIDU, AMSC, ARMH, OREX, CCME, VVUS, DEPO, TEVA)

The top pre-market NASDAQ stock market gainers are: Silicon Motion Technology, Kulicke & Soffa Industries, Baidu, American Superconductor, ARM Holdings, Corinthian Colleges, and Biogen Idec. The top pre-market NASDAQ stock market losers are: Orexigen Therapeutics, China MediaExpress Holdings, VIVUS, DepoMed, and Teva Pharmaceutical Industries.

Joblessness, rising prices may fuel unrest: IMF chief

The world economy is beset by problems such as high unemployment and rising prices which could fuel trade protectionism and even lead to war within nations, the head of the International Monetary Fund warned on Tuesday.

An employee installs tire rims at a factory of Zhengxing Wheel Group in Hefei.

China’s manufacturing activity slows to five-month low in Jan.

China's manufacturing activity contracted to a five-month low in January, indicating that the Chinese government measures to control prices caused a decline in manufacturing.

Growing chaos at Cairo Airport, tourists scramble to flee Egypt

With the government blocking Internet and cell phone connections in Egypt for the fifth consecutive day, the scene is one of complete chaos at the Cairo International Airport as tourists flock to escape the growing disturbance in the country.

Tycoon Carlos Slim plans more investment in Mexico in 2011

Mexican tycoon Carlos Slim said on Monday he plans to boost his investment in Mexico this year by about 20 percent to $3.6 billion, with telecoms, mining and infrastructure taking center stage.

Gold marks slight loss for day and month

Gold fell on Monday, notching its first monthly decline in six months, as strong U.S. factory and spending data coupled with fading worries about the euro zone debt crisis put a damper on the metal's rally.

China to spend $4.6 bln on airports in restless Xinjiang

The Chinese government will spend around 30 billion yuan over the next five years on new airport projects in the restless far western region of Xinjiang, state media reported on Monday.

U.S. envoy to China, with eye on 2012, to step down

U.S. Ambassador to China Jon Huntsman has told the White House he plans to resign, fueling speculation he may be laying the groundwork to run for the Republican presidential nomination in 2012.

Tom Cruise may star in 'Rock Of Ages' musical

Chinese TV used footage from “Top Gun” during broadcast about air force training exercise

China's state broadcast company apparently used footage from a famous Hollywood movie in a news report allegedly about the country’s air force.

Roger Vinson rules health care reform unconstitutional [FULL TEXT]

Full text of Judge Roger Vinson's ruling that the health care reform bill, passed by President Obama and Democrat lawmakers, is unconstitutional.

Roubini, Professor of Economics at New York University and Chairman of Roubini Global Economics speaks at the Global Financial Forum in New York

Egypt-like turmoil could spread to India, Pakistan, and China: Roubini.

Swirling turmoil in Egypt will likely spread to other regions of the world and may impart a negative effect on economic growth and contribute to higher consumer prices, according to Nouriel Roubini, chairman of Roubini Global Economics.

As Myanmar parliament opens, junta's shadow looms large

An elected parliament convened in Myanmar on Monday for the first time in half a century but inspired scant enthusiasm among a sceptical public convinced it is just a smokescreen for continued military rule.

South Korea rejects North's call for earlier military talks

South Korea on Monday rejected a push by the North to bring forward military talks by 10 days, saying it was not enough time to prepare for their first dialogue since the North's deadly attack against a border island last year.

Chesapeake, CNOOC strike second shale deal for $1.3 bln

CNOOC Ltd will pay $1.3 billion in its second shale deal with America's Chesapeake Energy Corp , the latest move by China's top offshore oil producer in its aggressive drive for overseas acquisitions.

AIA Tower, named after American International Assurance Co (AIA), is seen in Hong Kong

Berkowitz bullish on AIG and spinoff AIA: Bloomberg

Hedge fund manager Bruce Berkowitz, the second largest stakeholder in American International Group, is bullish on both AIG and its spinoff AIA.

Analysis: China bank gains political clout in inflation fight

China's central bank, more hawkish on inflation than other parts of the government, has gained more policy-making power in recent months by outmaneuvering pro-growth factions in wrangling over the economic outlook and bank loans.

China to permit banks to trade yuan swaps for clients

China will permit designated banks to trade yuan/foreign currency swaps on behalf of their clients from March 1, the country's foreign exchange regulator said.

China CCB gets regulatory approval for insurer stake

China Construction Bank (CCB) (601939.SS) (0939.HK) has won approval to buy a combined 51 percent stake in Pacific Antai Life Insurance, the official Financial News reported on Monday.

Governments, firms evacuate citizens from Egypt

Governments, airlines and tour operators worked together on Monday to fly their nationals out of Egypt where protesters pressed their campaign to topple President Hosni Mubarak.

China, Brazil office rents soared in 2010 - survey

Prime office rents in key Chinese and Brazilian cities will continue their economic growth-fuelled rise in 2011, a survey said, prompting global property investors to chase deals in those emerging markets.

Japan rare earths imports from China jump in Dec

Japanese imports of rare earths from China rose six-fold in December from November, reflecting a resumption of trade after Beijing's de-facto ban on shipments halted flows of the minerals for two months since late September.

Apple, HTC Remain Top Picks in Wireless Quarter Recap: Analyst

Robert W. Baird said it have complied a brief recap of the initial fourth quarter big-cap wireless winners and losers. In the Smartphones division, the winners are Apple and HTC on strong results and guidance, while the losers are Nokia and Motorola Mobility.