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Thai scientists enter a new era
News, Nauvarat Suksamran, Published on 07/07/2012
» Thai researchers are stepping up to break new ground in biotechnological development after agreements were reached with foreign partners to commercially produce medical products and equipment.
Filipino singers: Whole world is their stage
Jon Fernquest, Published on 07/07/2012
» From small bars in Korea to lead singer for US band Journey, Filipino singers have a reputation as good musicians.
Hong Kong makes record cocaine bust
AFP, Published on 07/07/2012
» HONG KONG : Hong Kong customs officers said on Friday they had made the city's largest ever cocaine bust, after finding almost 650 kilogrammes of the drug - with a street value of about US$98 million - in a shipping container.
'Urban mining' of precious metals now a rich prospect: study
AFP, Published on 07/07/2012
» "Deposits" of gold in electronic waste are around 50 times richer than ore mined from the ground, according to figures put forward by recycling experts on Friday.
Hamilton quickest, Webber sorry for soaked fans
AFP, Published on 07/07/2012
» Lewis Hamilton was quickest at Friday's miserable and soggy practice for Sunday's British Grand Prix with Mark Webber sympathising with fans who endured traffic chaos and then received a soaking.
Pedrosa tops German MotoGP practice times
AFP, Published on 07/07/2012
» Honda duo Dani Pedrosa and Casey Stoner topped the times after Friday's two free practice sessions here ahead of Sunday's German MotoGP.
Cammas aiming to sign off Volvo with second trophy
AFP, Published on 07/07/2012
» Frenchman Franck Cammas has the chance to go one better than his illustrious compatriot Lionel Pean when he takes part in the final Volvo Ocean Race event on Saturday after more than eight months of grueling competition.
Thai court defers key ruling on PM party
AFP, Published on 07/07/2012
» Thailand's Constitutional Court on Friday said it will rule next week on a charter amendment case that could lead to the dissolution of the ruling party.
Germany's Merkel to make first official trip to Indonesia
AFP, Published on 07/07/2012
» German Chancellor Angela Merkel will make her first official visit to Indonesia next week for talks with President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and business leaders, her spokesman said Friday.
Romania lawmakers vote to impeach president
AFP, Published on 07/07/2012
» Romania's parliament has voted to impeach President Traian Basescu in a spiralling political crisis, with the US warning that the EU country's democracy is under threat.