European business schools witness mammoth increase in applications
For the testing year ending June 30, 2010, European schools received more than 85,000 GMAT scores, marking an increase of almost 90 percent from 2006 numbers
Gold Bars Market Very Tight in Hong Kong, Western Profit-Takers Warned of Robust Physical Gold Buying in Asia
Traders are talking about buying dips again, concurs a Hong Kong dealer, noting that Asia physical market remains very tight for Gold Bars. Reuters says the Hong Kong premium for wholesale Gold Bars over benchmark London prices today held at $3 per ounce, a near 30-month high.
Commercial electric aircraft Elektra One to commence first flight
The roll-out of Elektra One with running engine first took place on November 22, 2010 at the Rotortec Company in Germany. This was followed by successful static tests on December 22 for the German Ultralight Certification.
Computacenter sees FY profit at top end of market view
British IT services provider Computacenter Plc said it expects full-year adjusted pretax profit to be towards the top end of the range of market expectations.
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Manchester City finally capture Edin Dzeko
Edin Dzeko has signed a four-and-a-half year deal with EPL side Manchester City, in what is believed to be a $42 million transfer fee, and is is expected make his debut at home against Wolves next weekend.
Indian economy to run past US by 2050; China will do so in 2018
India's will overtake the U.S. in forty years in terms of GDP at purchasing power parities (PPP) while China will sail past its financial and political rival as early as 2018, a PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) report said on Friday.
Eurozone GDP growth slows in Q3
Economy in both the euro area and the EU27 grew at a much slower pace in the second quarter, according to the second estimate by Eurostat, the official statistical office of the European Union
Cosmic Collisions Not Behind Mushrooming Black Holes
A new study has found no significant link between cosmic collisions and growth of black holes for at least the past eight billion years, meaning other, less dramatic phenomena are responsible.
France heavily involved in industrial espionage against European neighbors: WikiLeaks
France is heavily involved in industrial espionage against its European neighbors, not China, Russia or the U.S., according to the diplomatic cables leaked by WikiLeaks.
Wipro to make India’s fastest supercomputer in 3 months
India’s third biggest software services company Wipro Ltd is building the nation’s fastest supercomputer for space agency Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) to help the agency crunch large volumes of data that is critical for designing complex launch vehicles.
Aussie floods pushing up commodity prices
The devastating floods in Queensland Australia has driven up the prices of certain commodities, including coal, wheat and sugar. With warnings that the flood may not recede for weeks, the longer-term impact on commodity prices becomes a great concern.
WIkileaks: US Pressures German Internet Privacy
The U.S. Government had doubts that the German Free Democratic Party would be a reliable partner in combating terrorism on the Internet, according to cables made public by Wikileaks, and after the elections some officials felt those doubts were vindicated
Strong German exports lift eurozone manufacturing
A boom in German exports drove European manufacturing in December, data released by London-based Markit Economics showed on Monday.
China to make most out of EU’s troubles; offers support to Spain
Chinese ambassador to Spain said on Monday China will contribute to efforts to secure Spain's financial stability and economic recovery as the debt-hit nation is trying to shore up investor confidence and avert any sovereign crisis.
World leaders promise better economy, more jobs in 2011
Hope, despair, promises and more promises. World leaders have spelled out their intent, or say an 'action plan' for the coming year. Note them all, some merely possible, some probably intricate others perhaps a bunch of lies.
Solar Power Rises In 2011
With the growth in the number of plants being built and the increasing cost competitiveness, 2011 looks like solar energy could start to come into its own in the U.S.
More Snow Doesn't Stop Global Warming
The recent snowstorms in the northeastern U.S. and a similar blizzard last year might make some doubt the climate is changing. The short answer is: no, and in fact some of the people who study climate predicted wetter winters - and more snow, at least for a while.
Merkel praises euro currency in New Year's address
Germany is committed to the euro currency and the German people are now stronger in the wake of Europe’s economic crisis, said Chancellor Angela Merkel in her annual televised New Year’s message.
Does South Africa deserve to join BRIC?
South Korea, among other countries, would be a better candidate than South Africa to join the BRIC group of prominent emerging market nations, said Jim O’Neill, chairman of Goldman Sachs Asset Management, and the man who first coined the “BRIC” term.
India joins list of countries supporting sanctions against Iran
In a reflection of shifting loyalties, India, who had long termed Iran a 'natural partner,' now joined hands with the U.S. on sanctions against the former over its nuclear ambitions.
Bradshaw Art: Live Painting With colonized Microbes
Researchers have found that the paintings have maintained their vivid colors even though they have never been repainted due to the replacement of the original paint with a bio-film of living, pigmented micro-organisms.
Snowfalls In Pictures: A sneak peek into world's cities turned white
From Europe's heavy snowfall to the New York's blizzard, here's a photo gallery to peep into world's most popular places that have turned immaculately white this winter.
Success chant in the smartphone landscape: Sue You
Key patent lawsuits that punctuated the smartphone industry in 2010.
Audi breaks record sales in US
German automaker, Audi, has announced that the company has broken its record for annual vehicle sales in the U.S. recording its 93,507th transaction on December 13, 2010.
Tracking 'NORAD Tracks Santa'
NORAD Tracks Santa, the annual Christmas tradition, is gaining popularity like never before. But did you know that the U.S. military department NORAD has been keeping a close eye on Santa's flight since 1955 and the idea was born in 1897?
Snow plays the Grinch again this Christmas in Europe, UK
Snow creates havoc in air travel again this year in Europe, as many flights were halted or canceled due to heavy snowfall in the U.K. and several other parts of Europe.
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