Tokyo Beats Paris to Retain Top Restaurant Award

Nov. 29 (Bloomberg) -- Betty Liu reports that the Michelin Guide has named Tokyo the world's gourmet capital for the sixth year. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "In The Loop." (Source: Bloomberg)

The Top Ten Stocks for Nov. 29

Nov. 29 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Adam Johnson, Alix Steel and Matt Miller report on today’s ten most important stocks including Disney, Citigroup and Tiffany. (Source: Bloomberg)

Snack Pack: Euro-Dollar, Groupon, Natural Gas

Nov. 29 (Bloomberg) – Bloomberg’s Sara Eisen, Dominic Chu, Julie Hyman, Alix Steel and Adam Johnson update the top trading stories of the day. They speak on Bloomberg Television’s "Lunch Money.” (Source: Bloomberg)

Shover: Gold Is in a Typical Goldilocks Market

Nov. 29 (Bloomberg) -- Larry Shover, chief investment officer at SFG Alternatives, talks with Bloomberg's Deirdre Bolton about the outlook for gold prices. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Money Moves." (Source: Bloomberg)

Vietnam's PM Vows to Reduce Inflation to 6%

Vietnam’s Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung pledged to bring inflation down to a decade low as the nation seeks to boost foreign investment and cope with the aftermath of a credit boom that’s hobbled the banking industry.

Malaysia's Genting Reports Slide in 3Q Profit

Genting Bhd., the Malaysian company which controls casino operators in Southeast Asia, the U.S. and the U.K., said third-quarter profit fell 53 percent as gaming revenue and palm oil prices declined.

Indonesia's new wealth not being spread equally

Published on Nov 28, 2012 by australianetworknews

Indonesia's economic success story has stayed largely under the radar these past few years, despite it growing faster than any other major emerging economy except china.

But the new wealth isn't being spread around equally, and now the country's low wage workers are pressing for a better deal.

Indonesia correspondent Helen Brown reports from Jakarta.

New discoveries about Australia's Great Barrier Reef

Published on Nov 29, 2012 by australianetworknews

Marine scientists have found more evidence linking the health of coral reefs with that of the ecosystem on dry land.

They've discovered parts of Australia's Great Barrier Reef have never recovered from the impact of land clearing more than 100 years ago.

Pacific correspondent Sean Dorney Reports.

Asia Week Ahead: Australia's growth set to sputter (3:43)

Nov. 30 - Australia’s Q3 GDP growth is likely to have slowed on weaker commodity prices, while Japan's economic gloom plays into upcoming elections

Six-Figure Cigars: Big Business in a Puff of Smoke

Mitchell Orchant, owner of C.Gars Ltd, discusses the international market for cigar sales and shows Bloomberg Television's Tim Chilcott some of the most expensive.

America's Messy Feet Become Whopping $500M Business

Nov. 28 (Bloomberg) -- On today's "Off The Charts," Scarlet Fu looks at the best-selling "as seen on TV" products. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Market Makers." (Source: Bloomberg)

The Top Ten Stocks for Nov. 28

Nov. 28 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Trish Regan, Matt Miller and Adam Johnson report on today’s ten most important stocks including Tivo, Costco and Green Mountain Coffee Roasters. (Source: Bloomberg)

South African Stocks Soar as Economy Slumps

Nov. 28 (Bloomberg) -- On today's "Global Outlook," Matt Miller looks at the South African Stock market. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

New Year and New Fortunes Expected for Base Metals

For today's Global Outlook Bloomberg's Zeb Eckert looks at how base metal prices may move in 2013.

From Medical Checkups to Medical Mobile Apps

Nov. 28 (Bloomberg) -- Jon Erlichman reports on medical apps for mobile phones. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg West." (Source: Bloomberg)

It's hotter than ever hears climate change talks

Published on Nov 28, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ Arctic ice is melting at an, "alarming rate". That's at the core of a report by the World Meteorological Organisation. Its findings were presented to the global climate change talks in Doha.

The ice has melted to its lowest recorded level this year and add to that other weather extremes is proof that climate change is happening before our eyes underlines the report. It has meant warmer temperatures explained Michel Jarraud, Secretary-General the World Meteorological Organisation.

"So definitely the message here is that the trend is not only continuing, but accelerating with the respect to the melting of the Artic ice and this is linked to the change in the temperature."

That change has resulted in the first ten months of 2012 being the ninth warmest since records began in the mid-19th century. About 15,000 daily heat records were broken across the United States.

The WMO also reported on extreme weather conditions noting the Atlantic basin had an above average hurricane season for the third year running while Superstorm Sandy was particularly devastating.

The atmosphere has never been so polluted with concentrations of greenhouse gasses. They have risen constantly to reach record levels which will lead to continual climate change warns the WMO. The Geneva based organisation is a an agency of the United Nations.

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Eurozone edges towards two-speed Europe

Published on Nov 28, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ The eurozone will move closer to creating a two-speed Europe if MEPs and the 17 countries using the single currency back plans by the European Commission for closer economic integration.

Commission chief Jose Manuel Barroso said: "In the next six to 18 months we are putting an ambitious work program including the start of the fiscal capacity for the euro area. We propose to rule this fiscal capacity initially in a convergence and competiviness instrument"

More centralised power at the European level and more money is the answer, according to Guntramm Wolff, deputy director at the Bruegel think-tank.

"I think it's a real step towards a two speed Europe, that's for sure. We are going to have a very strong eurozone budget which is quite big compare to eu budget, and we are going to have the right institutions for that, including some form of parlamentary control at eurozone level," he said.

The proposal for deeper economic ties goes hand-in-hand with plans for a European banking union, to be discussed at an EU summit in Brussels in two weeks time.

European markets at close: 28.11.2012

Published on Nov 28, 2012 by Euronews

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The Top Ten Stocks for Nov. 27

Nov. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Trish Regan, Matt Miller and Adam Johnson report on today’s ten most important stocks including Corning, Crocs and ConAgra. (Source: Bloomberg)

How Just Five Big Stocks Steer the Entire S&P 500

Nov. 28 (Bloomberg) -- On "Insight & Action," Adam Johnson looks at the performance of the "Big 5" stocks. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

The Hobbit Gets Red Carpet Welcome in New Zealand

Thousands of "Lord of the Rings" fans are getting ready for the return of the film franchise with the film "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey."

Narain: `Enormous’ Room for Derivatives in India

Ravi Narain, chief executive officer of National Stock Exchange of India Ltd., talks about the outlook and prospects for the Indian stock market.

Malaysia Airlines Fall to Record Low

Malaysian Airline System Bhd., the nation’s largest long-haul carrier, slumped to a record low in Kuala Lumpur trading after announcing plans to raise as much as 3.1 billion ringgit ($1 billion) from a rights issue.

$7.8B Private Jet Deal Biggest Ever for Bombardier

Bombardier Inc. won the biggest business-jet deal in its history with luxury air-charter company VistaJet Holding SA, exceeding a transaction five months ago with Warren Buffett’s plane-leasing unit.

Finnair `Concerned’ About Asia Corporate Demand

Mika Vehvilaeinen, chief executive officer of Finnair Oyj, Finland’s biggest airline, talks about the carrier's business outlook and expansion strategy.

European markets at close: 27.11.2012

Published on Nov 27, 2012 by Euronews

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French jobless highest for 14 years

Published on Nov 27, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ The number of people out of work in France has risen to its highest in 14-years.

The pressure is now President Francois Hollande to stem the jobless tide.

Data shows that the number of registered unemployed rose in October by 45,400 to reach 3.103 million.

Unemployment has been rising in the country for the last 18 months and is now at its highest level since April 1998.

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Europe Day Ahead: European data, German bond sale in focus (1:57)

Nov. 27 - After Greece, the focus turns swiftly to a raft of European data and a German bond auction of five-year bonds on Wednesday

OECD: euro zone threatens world economy (2:13)

Nov. 27 - The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development has slashed its global growth forecasts, and is warning the euro zone debt crisis is the biggest threat to the world economy. Joanna Partridge reports

China Industrial-Company Profits Quicken

Chinese industrial companies’ profit gains surged in October and turned positive for the year as factory output accelerated and export growth picked up following a seven-quarter economic slowdown.

Fighting to Be Weaker: Japan's Yen Battle

Japan elects a new government on December 16. And public opinion polls widely suggest the opposition Liberal Democratic Party will win. So why is that likely to lead to a weaker yen? Bloomberg's David Ingles explains.

Ex-Thai Fin. Min on the State of the Thai Economy

Bloomberg's Rishaad Salamat and Susan Li speak with Korn Chatikavanij, the deputy leader of the Democratic Party of Thailand, about the state of the Thai economy.

The Top Ten Stocks for Nov. 26

Nov. 26 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Trish Regan, Matt Miller and Adam Johnson report on today’s ten most important stocks including Amazon.com, Heinz and Apple. (Source: Bloomberg)

Gorra: Euro to Strengthen on Weakening U.S. Dollar

Nov. 26 (Bloomberg) -- Peter Gorra, FX managing director at BNP Paribas, discusses the strength of the euro and the impact of the fiscal cliff on the U.S. dollar. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Lunch Money."

Is Gold Still a Bullish Bet?

Nov. 26 (Bloomberg) -- Blackrock Portfolio Manager Catherine Raw talks about her outlook for the price of gold and her investment strategy. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Money Moves." (Source: Bloomberg)

Pound Slips From Three-Week High Against Dollar

Nov. 26 (Bloomberg) -- Sara Eisen reports on today's top currencies news headlines. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Lunch Money." (Source: Bloomberg)

European markets at close: 26.11.2012

Published on Nov 26, 2012 by Euronews

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IMF and eurozone chiefs discuss Greek aid deal

Published on Nov 26, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ Eurozone finance ministers are meeting with IMF officials in Brussels to discuss whether to release the next installment of bailout aid for Greece.

It's the third round of talks in as many weeks.

EU Economic Commissioner Olli Rehn told reporters they just needed to "go a few more centimetres" to reach an agreement. He added: "This is essential now. Greece has delivered and now it's delivery time for the Eurogroup and the IMF."

The IMF says eurozone governments need to write off some of the money they lent to Greece to make its debt more sustainable.

When asked if a write off was being discussed, France's Finance Minister Pierre Moscovici said: "We have all the possibilities on the table. Consensus is within reach if we are capable of seizing it. If everyone is reasonable, we can do it quite quickly."

There are fears that if some of Greece's debt were were written off, it could spark similar requests from bailout nations such as Portugal and Ireland.

It is also politically risky for the eurozone's 'paymaster-in-chief' Chancellor Angela Merkel as she seeks re-election next autumn.

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Qatar hosts climate change summit (1:19)

Nov. 26 - Qatar becomes the first Gulf country to host climate summit, although few feel the 200 participating nations will agree on meaningful strategy to tackle rising temperatures. Jessica Gray reports.

U.S. Stock-Index Futures Decline Amid Budget Talks

U.S. stock futures fell, indicating the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index will trim the biggest weekly gain since June, as lawmakers prepared to debate the so-called fiscal cliff and euro-area finance ministers discuss Greek aid.

Gold Fields CEO on the Price of Gold

Bloomberg's Mark Barton speaks to Nick Holland, chief executive officer of Gold Fields, about the future of the price of gold.

Surin Pitsuwan reflects on his time as ASEAN Secretary General

Published on Nov 25, 2012 by australianetworknews

Jim Middleton talks to Dr Surin Pitsuwan, ASEAN's outgoing Secretary General.

His term ends after five years in December.

The World's Most Wanted Camera Vs. the iPhone Era

If you have a passion for photography then you may already be familiar with Leica cameras. But can a camera that costs up to $20,000 survive the digital era? Bloomberg Television's Nejra Cehic reports.

HK's Favorite Late Night Diner Goes Public

Bloomberg's Rosalind Chin looks at how one Tsui Wah, a Hong Kong restaurant, is trying its luck going public on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Concerns Over Vietnam's Inflation Risks

Bloomberg's Rishaad Salamat and Nicholas Heath discuss the inflation risks in Vietnam and the risks it poses to the country's economy.

CBRE's Leech on Oversupply of Property in Vietnam

Bloomberg speaks to Richard Leech, executive director of CBRE Group, about the Vietnamese property market.

What Went Wrong in Vietnam's Property Market

Bloomberg's Rishaad Salamat speaks to David Lyons, managing director at Jones Lang LaSalle, about the property market in Vietnam.

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Giọng Ca Vàng 2012: Anh Còn Nợ Em - Thí Sinh: Vương Dzung

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Christmas ceremonies begin in the birthplace of Jesus (0:46)

Nov. 24 - Custodian of the Holy Land arrives at Jesus' birthplace, to ceremonially launch the beginning of the Christmas season. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

The World's Most Expensive Place to Buy a House

The priciest place in the world to buy property is the French Riviera. Bloomberg's Olivia Sterns has been discovering what you can get for your money.

Black Friday: The Super Bowl for Retailers

Nov. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Sheila Dharmarajan reports on Black Friday retail sales. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Lunch Money." (Source: Bloomberg)

Scientists fail to find fantasy island

Published on Nov 23, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ For the last 10 years Sandy Island in the Pacific has featured on maps and satellite images, but as it lay in a little-explored region of the ocean off the sea lanes, it had few visitors.

Imagine scientists' surprise when, on being despatched there on a survey mission, they found nothing at all, not a squeak of dry land, and over 1000 metres of water beneath them as they sailed over the island's map co-ordinates.

So where has it gone? Was it ever there? Was it an anti-theft device used by Google Earth to catch pirates?

"It's completely possible that it was a human error in digitising these maps at some stage and it's just entered the databases once, and it's stuck around inside the databases because no scientific vessels have actually been in that region for a very, very long time. It's a very poorly explored part of the world, like much of our oceans unfortunately," says scientist Sabin Zahirovic.

Another theory is that the island was ocean debris that had managed to collect in a mass before breaking up. The French may be upset, as it was in their waters and would have been theirs, had it existed.

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Eat, shop, give thanks in US

Published on Nov 22, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ In an annual custom, the American president pardons the traditional centre-piece of the Thanksgiving holiday, a turkey. Two this year, named Cobbler and Gobbler, are being allowed to live instead of ending up on a plate. They'll retire to a nice farm in Virginia.

These may be lean times for many American families but they don't want to miss the traditional dinner. Nearly 45 million turkeys are eaten at Thanksgiving in the US, the vast majority raised on industrial farms and sold for the equivalent of about two euros forty (€2.40) per kilo.

Thanksgiving kicks off the Christmas shopping season, and retailers are wondering what this one will be like.

Analysts expect holiday shopping sales to grow 3.5 percent this year (down from 3.7% last year and 3.8% in 2010). This third quarter saw sales slow down, so there are retailers that have adjusted the start time of the traditional Black Friday sales event earlier: to this Thursday evening.

A recent survey said 23 percent of consumers plan to go shopping on Thanksgiving Day - up from 17 percent last year. Black Friday is said to have got its name because of the crush of the crowds, or because retailers do well (black ink meaning profit for them).

The "First Thanksgiving" was celebrated by the Pilgrims - the early settlers - after their first harvest in the New World in 1621. Their feast lasted for three days.

Our correspondent Stefan Grobe, in Washington DC, said: "Consumer confidence rose to a five-year high in November, as the job market is slowly improving and home prices are up. But as Americans approach the holiday-shopping season they are worried that they will soon have less money in their pockets, if no deal is reached over the fiscal cliff by the end of the year."

Asia Week Ahead: BOJ policy minutes, India GDP in focus. (2:29)

Nov. 23 - Minutes from a recent policy meeting of Japan's central bank and India growth data are among the events that will be watched by investors in Asia next week

What Does the Future Hold for Hong Kong?

On the second episode of Voyager Rishaad Salamat explores the culture and people of Hong Kong. He is joined by Fashion Designer Barney Cheng, Actress Josie Ho and Douglas Young, founder of Goods of Desire. Here the guests discuss the future of the city.

No Deal on Europe in The Four-Shirt Summit

Divisions between rich and poor countries flared over the European Union’s next seven-year budget, leading German Chancellor Angela Merkel to rule out an accord until the new year.

German Third-Quarter GDP Growth Driven by Consumers

Germany’s economic expansion in the third quarter was primarily driven by exports and household spending, a breakdown of the data shows.

British Cuisine Takes on the French in Paris

A number of restaurants have opened in Paris selling high-end British cuisine to diners. Bloomberg Television's Tim Chilcott reports with Chief Food Critic Richard Vines.

A pardon at the White House (0:41)

Nov. 21 - U.S. President Barack Obama pardons a turkey a day ahead of Thanksgiving, with the First Family later heading to a food bank to help out. Deborah Lutterbeck reports

Sweet Spain prepares for the Christmas season

Published on Nov 21, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ A sweet tooth has proved a boost to Spain's ailing economy. With unemployment running at a record high, marzipan mixed with a dash of Christmas spirit is cooking up the perfect antidote.

The Castilla la Mancha region produces up to five million kilos every year. The season's sales mean up to 3,000 families will benefit from making marzipan.

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The Top Ten Stocks for Nov. 21

Nov. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Trish Regan, Matt Miller and Adam Johnson report on today’s ten most important stocks including Scholastic, Sketchers and Deere & Co. (Source: Bloomberg)

AirAsia CEO: Japan is a License to Print Money

Bloomberg's Susan Li speaks to AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes about expansion plans for the airline.

China Manufacturing May Expand

China’s manufacturing may expand in November for the first time in 13 months, adding to signs that economic growth is rebounding after a seven-quarter slowdown.

Is It Time to Get Bullish on Europe?

Nov. 21 (Bloomberg) -- On today's "Street Fighter's" TF Markets Peter Tchir and Bespoke Investment Group Co-founder Paul Hickey discuss whether it's time to get bullish on Europe. They speak on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

Market Pulse: What's Moving Today and Why (7:12)

Nov. 21 - Reuters Insider has its finger on the market pulse, analyzing and making sense of the biggest movers of the day.

Cambodia hosts gala dinner for ASEAN leaders (0:28)

Nov. 19 - Cambodia hosts a gala dinner for ASEAN leaders and dialogue partners. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

1-800 Flowers Gears Up for the Holiday Season

Nov. 19 (Bloomberg) -- 1-800 Flowers CEO Jim McCann discusses his partnership with Facebook. He speaks with Nicole Lapin on Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg West." (Source: Bloomberg)

Soros is Buying Gold, Should We?

Bloomberg's Owen Thomas speaks to David Lennox of Fat Prophets about investing in gold.

Vietnam Steals the Tech Limelight in Asia

Bloomberg's Rishaad Salamat and Oanh Ha discuss the Vietnamese economy and how it is luring trade away from other countries in Asia.

BOJ Keeps Asset-Purchase Fund at 66T Yen

The Bank of Japan held off from monetary easing after expanding asset purchases in September and October, switching the focus to a December meeting where more measures are forecast to shore up a shrinking economy.

Shedding Light on the World of Shadow Banking

For today's Global Outlook Bloomberg's David Ingles reports on the world of shadow banking.

The Top Ten Stocks for Nov. 19

Nov. 19 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Trish Regan, Matt Miller and Adam Johnson report on today’s ten most important stocks including Cisco, Intel and Lowe's. (Source: Bloomberg)

Market Pulse: What's Moving Today and Why (5:09)

Nov. 19 - Reuters Insider has its finger on the market pulse, analyzing and making sense of the biggest movers of the day

Obama arrives in Cambodia (0:56)

Nov. 19 - U.S. President Barack Obama arrives in Cambodia, meets Prime Minister Hun Sen and ASEAN leaders. Deborah Lutterbeck reports

Obama to praise progress but press for further reforms in Myanmar

Published on Nov 18, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ Barack Obama has arrived in Rangoon, for an historic six-hour visit.

Walking down the steps of Air Force One, he became the first sitting US President to visit Myanmar, also known as Burma.

A country moving quickly in its process of political reform, Obama will no doubt also be aware of Myanmar's huge economic potential.

A senior US official says Obama will announce the resumption of 170 million dollars of aid programmes during his visit but added that this would be dependant on further political reforms.

He is also due to meet democracy campaigner Aung Sang Suu Kyi.

The US delegation will later travel on to Cambodia.

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WTO welcomes Laos as a new member

Published on Oct 31, 2012 by WTO

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The General Council today paved the way for Laos' membership in the WTO by approving its accession package. Laos will have to ratify the deal and would become WTO's 158th member 30 days after the ratification.

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Obama's Asian Tour

Published on Nov 18, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ U.S. President Barack Obama has kicked off a three country Asian tour. His first stop on the trip has been Thailand, where he was welcomed by Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra in Bangkok.

This is his first trip abroad since winning re-election earlier this month and sends a clear message that he is serious about shifting U.S. focus eastwards. It is Obama's second extensive visit to the region in the past year. As a child, he spent several years in Indonesia, which has led him to call himself the "Pacific President".

His next stop will be Myanmar, also known as Burma. It is another milestone for U.S. relations with the country, which is going through a fragile transition after years of military rule. He will meet President Thein Sein and opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi, who led the struggle against the former regime.

The U.S. President's tour will end in Cambodia where he will attend the East Asia summit.

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Luke Nguyen Greater Mekong 2

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Pump technology for the world | Made in Germany

Published on Nov 14, 2012 by deutschewelleenglish

The world's largest artificial waterfall in Seoul and the dancing crane fountains in Singapore: what lies behind them is technology from Oase Living Water, based in the small German town of Hörstel near Osnabrück. The company is the world market leader in garden pump technology.
And although allotment gardeners in Germany are shutting down their waterworks for the coming winter, it's the high season in Hörstel, as the company works on its next large-scale projects around the globe. Report by Tabea Mergenthaler. For more go to http://www.dw.de/made-in-germany-the-business-magazine-2012-11-13/e-16332188-...

Luang Prabang Tourism Laos

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Obama departs for Asia (1:27)

Nov. 17 - U.S. President Barack Obama will make stops in Thailand, Myanmar and Cambodia during his three-country swing through Asia. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

Children walk through a river to get to school (1:02)

Nov. 17 - Indonesian school children walk through a river to be able to go to school every day. Julie Noce reports

Philippines: A Penny Saved

Published on Nov 8, 2012 by unitednations

United Nations, New York, November 8 2012 - More than 10 million overseas Filipino workers send money home to family members each year. But little of that money is actually saved or invested. Now, a financial literacy training programme, targeted at migrant workers and their families, is helping to change that. Lily Bruhl receives remittance money every month from her husband. After attending the training, she decided to invest this money and now she has built a thriving business. She hopes that this more sustainable income will mean that her husband will soon be able to return home.

euronews learning world: WISE summit announces six new winners

Published on Nov 15, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ For the past three years, the WISE summit in Doha grants awards to six innovative educational projects from all over the world.

Amongst this year's winners are are the Cristo Rey Network", a US-based organisation that helps poor children from urban areas prepare for college.

They also included Denmark's 'RoboBraille', 'Educar Chile', the "Cambodia Childrens Fund', and the 'Indian Satya Bharti School' programme

Another was Mohamed Rezwan from Bangladesh, who had the idea to set up solar-powered floating schools in flood-prone areas of his homeland.

Euronews met him in Doha to ask about his project's potential.

"Our project has the potential to be replicated in differents settings, in far-flung areas, in waterlogged areas, even in countries that are regularly flooded. So our project can ensure the regular access to education," Rezwan said.

Father Joseph Parkes was a founder of a Christo Rey school in New York. He explains why he decided to get involved in the project.

"I think one of the greatest scandals of the world is the waste of intellectual capital among children of low income families," he said.
"You can motivate them and bring out that native talent that is within them, so they can become productive players as they grow into adulthood and that's really what the world needs."

Each WISE award winner receives a cash prize of 15,000 euros.

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Bulgaria and Russia seal SouthStream deal

Published on Nov 15, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ Russia and Bulgaria have signed a deal to build the Bulgarian section of the SouthStream pipeline project, bringing Russian gas to Europe under the Black Sea.

The SouthStream project is 50% Russian owned through Gazprom. 20% belongs to Italian oil company ENI, and 15% each is owned by EDF and Germany's BASF. The Bulgarian section will be 540 kilometres long, and cost 3.3 billion euros.

"Today we signed the final investment decision on the Bulgarian part of the South Stream project and I must say that Bulgaria, together with us started the realization of the project. The final investment decision means a final agreement of both sides to start the project," said Gazprom boss Alexei Miller.

In all the project will cost over 16 billion euros; a high price say analysts for the 3600 kilometre-long pipeline, especially as it falls foul of EU rules on suppliers owning transportation capacity.

But SouthStream would bypass existing supply routes through Belarus and Ukraine, with whom disputes with Moscow over gas transit tariffs in the past have interrupted supplies and caused political problems.

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Middle-Market Deals in the Asia-Pacific Region

Nov. 15 (Bloomberg) -- Babson Capital Management's Michael Hermsen discusses middle-market deals in the Asia-Pacific Region. He speaks with Pimm Fox on Bloomberg Television's "Taking Stock." (Source: Bloomberg)

Godfather of French Cooking on Pig's Trotters

Pierre Koffmann is considered one of the godfathers of French cooking in London. 35 years ago this month he opened his three star michelin restaurant La Tante Claire. He spoke to Bloomberg's food critic Richard Vines about why he still loves to cook, his world famous pig's trotter dish and nuturing the careers of some of the U.K.'s most famous chefs.

Eurozone Enters Second Recession in Four Years

The euro-area economy succumbed to a recession for the second time in four years as governments imposed tougher budget cuts and leaders struggled to contain the debt crisis that broke out in October 2009.

The Top Ten Stocks for Nov. 15

Nov. 15 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Trish Regan, Matt Miller and Adam Johnson report on today’s ten most important stocks including NetApp, GameStop and Wal-Mart. (Source: Bloomberg)

Stocks slide on Obama, Mideast (2:13)

Nov. 14 - Summary of business headlines: Wall Street tumbles as investors worry about a prolonged fiscal cliff battle and as violence erupts in the Middle East; Federal Reserve says quantitative easing working, but prepared to do more next year; Facebook, Abercrombie & Fitch shares buck market downturn. Conway G. Gittens reports.

Europe's day of anti-austerity action (2:48)

Nov.14 - From Madrid and Lisbon to Athens and Paris, millions of workers joined strikes across southern Europe to protest against spending cuts and tax hikes. Some scuffles broke out as demonstrators clashed with police. Unions say austerity has created misery and deepened the recession. Joanna Partridge reports

European markets at close: 14.11.2012

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Feeling the Fed in All Corners of the Market

Nov. 14 (Bloomberg) -- On today's "Chart Attack," Pimco's Richard Clarida and Bloomberg's Adam Johnson look at Federal Reserve monetary policy. They speak on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

What's Behind Selloff: Europe, U.S. or Middle East?

Nov. 14 (Bloomberg) -- Pimco's Richard Clarida talks about the markets with Bloomberg's Tom Keene, Adam Johnson and Alix Steel on on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

Argentine Debt Default Risk Greater than Any Nation

Nov. 14 (Bloomberg) -- Cristina Alesci reports on headlines making news around the globe. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg Rewind." (Source: Bloomberg)

euronews futuris: A world without limits

Published on Nov 13, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ New technologies are blurring the boundaries between the real and the virtual world. The brain can control a machine, and even perceive it as its own body. Can that improve our lives?

At Barcelona University, scientists are working on a European Research Project to link a human brain to a robot using skin electrodes and video goggles so that the user feels they are actually in the android body wherever it is in the world.

The electrodes measure brain impulses enabling a person to control the robot's actions without moving their own limbs. The idea is to enable severely disabled people to enter the world via a real-life avatar.

Using a remote avatar, anyone can travel without leaving home. But to make the experience feel more realistic, several senses need to work together.

In a laboratory in Pisa, scientists are testing a chair that vibrates in time with 3D video playback, recreating some of the physical aspects of walking.

An even deeper immersion into the virtual world becomes possible with robotic exoskeletons that simulate physical interactions, and with advanced 3D projection systems.

Touching virtual objects, feeling their texture and weight, will make the digital world more natural and easier to live in.

But what if virtual models could change the real world, making it more accessible? That's the goal of another European project involving hundreds of diabled people in several countries.

Scientists use cameras and sensors to study how physically impaired people move, getting a better idea of their average physical limitations.

The data is used to simulate how motor-impaired people cope with various tasks - such as opening the glove compartment in a car.

With these models, industrial designers will know in advance how safe and convenient their new products are, and can adapt them better for users with physical limitations.

Seeing the screen through the eyes of someone with advanced glaucoma, using the mouse as a person with tremors... makes it easier to understand other people's physical challenges, helping us move towards a world without limits.

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EU Brussels finance meeting leaves unanswered questions on Greece

Published on Nov 13, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.com/ On the agenda for Ecofin's roundtable meeting in Brussels - EU banking union and the next chapter in the story of the Greek debt crisis.

But Greece's international lenders argued over targets for the country to lower it's debt to GDP ratio.

Pierre Moscovici, French Finance Minister:
"Our aim is to reach an agreement in principle on the 20th of November and to submit it for due process, after which - at the end of the month - we will move on to the execution of payments."

Germany is the eurozone's biggest contributor to bailout funds. The German finance minister is keen for Greece to plug their financing gap without costing Germany more money.

Wolfgang Schäuble, German Finance Minister:
"We need a reliable mechanism to put what's been declared properly into place. It's not down to a mistrust of the Greek government, but rather the experience we've gained and lessons learnt over the last years."

Rudolf Herbert, Euronews:
"The two finance ministers showed in their joint press conference that they're united on the road to solving the question of Greece's debt. There certainly won't be a haircut for the public creditors anyhow. But what's still not clear is precisely which tools will be used to allow Greece more time without resorting to a new bailout."

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76-Carat Diamond Sells for Record Price

A colorless 76.02 carat diamond sold last night in Switzerland for 20.4 million Swiss francs ($21.5 million) with fees, setting a record auction price per carat.

Snack Pack: Gold, Euro, Cisco, Corporate Bonds

Nov. 13 (Bloomberg) – Bloomberg’s Stephanie Ruhle, Alix Steel, Sara Eisen and Dominic Chu update the top trading stories of the day. They speak on Bloomberg Television’s "Lunch Money.”

UK Consumer Prices Rise, US Budget Deficit Widens

Nov. 13 (Bloomberg) -- Gigi Stone recaps the day's market timeline. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg Rewind." (Source: Bloomberg)

Australia Consumer Confidence Hits 19-Month High

Australian consumer confidence surged to a 19-month high as the central bank’s 1.5 percentage points of interest rate reductions boosted household optimism, a private survey showed.

Total solar eclipse over north Queensland (1:30)

Nov. 13 - A rare full solar eclipse plunges north Queensland into darkness for two minutes. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

Household bio-reactors have powerful future (2:18)

Nov. 12 - Researchers at the Argonne National Laboratory are developing a mobile reactor they say will one day play a crucial role in helping people after natural disasters like Hurricane Sandy. The reactor can convert kitchen and bathroom waste into a high energy fuel that can be made at home and used to power generators during a power outage. Ben Gruber reports

Daily Digit: 23% unsure about future (1:25)

Nov. 13 - A record 23% of U.S. small business owners are uncertain about the business climate, according to a monthly survey conducted by the National Federation of Independent Business. Bobbi Rebell reports

The Top Ten Stocks for Nov. 12

Nov. 12 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Trish Regan, Matt Miller and Adam Johnson report on today’s ten most important stocks including Disney, Facebook and Jefferies. (Source: Bloomberg)

India's Demographic Dividend Proves Hard to Cash

India's population is forecast to overtake China's within the next 20 years, but unlike China most will be within working age. While the countries leaders hope the so-called `demographic dividend' will give India's economy a boost, as Paul Allen reports, it's not all going to plan.

Euro Falls to Two-Month Low on Greek Concern

The euro fell to a two-month low versus the dollar as European finance ministers struggled to agree on how to provide additional aid for Greece, curbing demand for the region’s common currency.

Which Country Is the Biggest Global Oil Producer?

Nov. 12 (Bloomberg) -- On today's "Insight & Action," Adam Johnson on talks about how to play the growth of U.S. oil production. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

U.S. will be top energy power- IEA (2:40)

Nov. 12 - A major power shift will put the U.S. at the top of the energy production pyramid-ahead of Saudi Arabia and Russia, according to the IEA. Bobbi Rebell reports

Expectations too high at Eurogroup meeting? (5:14)

Nov. 13 - Live reaction to the Eurogroup meeting of Finance Ministers in Brussels. ING Senior Economist Carsten Brezski joins Reuters.

Dakuwaqa's Garden - Underwater footage from Fiji & Tonga

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Why Gold is the Best Metal for Investors

Bloomberg's Zeb Eckert speaks to Natalie Dempster, director of government affairs at the World Gold Council. Dempster says that gold backed bonds can help the EU, and explains why gold is the best metal for investors.

RBS: See China's Growth Returning to 8% plus

China's next generation of leaders will be presented to the world this week, the new leaders face many challenges. Bloomberg asks Royal Bank of Scotland Asia-Pacific Chairman John McCormick how he thinks the economy will unfold in China next year.

China Vs. India's Labor Market Challenges

For today's Global Outlook Bloomberg's Mia Saini explores the labor markets in China and India.

Japanese Economy Contracts Most Since Earthquake

Japan’s economy contracted in the third quarter at the fastest pace since last year’s earthquake as exports slumped and consumer spending slid.

Beautiful Business: Spas Especially For Men in Asia

When it comes to embracing the fine art of pampering, Four Seasons says Asia leads in a unique way! Bloomberg's Angie Lau has been finding out more.

Hong Kong Horse Fans Gamble as Melbourne Races

When it comes to horse racing and luxury, Hong Kong is ahead of the pack. Bloomberg's Angie Lau reports.

The Top Ten Stocks for Nov. 9

Nov. 9 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Susan Li, Josh Lipton and Adam Johnson report on today’s ten most important stocks including CBS, Apple and Disney. (Source: Bloomberg)

Snack Pack: WTI Crude, Euro, McDonald's, Bond Risk

Nov. 9 (Bloomberg) – Bloomberg’s Stephanie Ruhle, Alix Steel, Josh Lipton, Dominic Chu and Adam Johnson update the top trading stories of the day. They speak on Bloomberg Television’s "Lunch Money.”

Wall St. up but Washington wary (1:47)

Nov 9 - Summary of business headlines: Wall Street rises and falls as President Obama discusses the fiscal cliff; U.S. consumer sentiment hits five-year high; J.C. Penney continues to struggle with turnaround. Conway G. Gittens reports

Bright Ideas | Euromaxx

Published on Nov 9, 2012 by deutschewelleenglish

London's interactive art and lighting design practice Cinimod Studio creates visually stunning projects. Its latest recently loomed large over the Thames, in the shape of a giant red flying saucer. For more go to http://www.dw.de/euromaxx-lifestyle-europe-2012-11-07/e-16314953-9798