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Management shake-up at UK's troubled StanChart bank
AFP, Published on 27/02/2015
» LONDON - Britain's troubled Standard Chartered announced Thursday the exit of its top two bosses in a radical management reshuffle, as the Asia-focused bank battles to transform its fortunes.
On eve of season three, 'House of Cards' stands tall
AFP, Published on 27/02/2015
» WASHINGTON - Season three of "House of Cards" comes out Friday and like its central character, played by Kevin Spacey, the gripping Netflix political drama is at the top of its game.
Spotify woos karaoke users with new lyrics feature
AFP, Published on 27/02/2015
» STOCKHOLM - Fans of a bedroom sing-along can now look beyond karaoke systems as music streaming giant Spotify tries to attract their attention by integrating lyrics into its service.
Music industry moves to Friday global album release
AFP, Published on 27/02/2015
» NEW YORK - The music industry has announced an agreement to release albums globally on Fridays, ending divergences among regions that have fueled piracy in an age of instant music.
Britain says Hong Kong may yet take 'meaningful' step to democracy
AFP, Published on 27/02/2015
» HONG KONG - Britain's foreign secretary on Thursday said Hong Kong could still take a "meaningful step" towards democracy after mass protests posed the most serious test to the city's stability since its handover to China.
Nepal court says no amnesty for war crimes
AFP, Published on 27/02/2015
» KATHMANDU - Nepal's top court on Thursday said two bodies set up to investigate war crimes committed during the country's decade-long civil conflict would not be able to grant amnesty for serious rights abuses.
US govt bans internet 'fast lane'
AFP, Published on 27/02/2015
» WASHINGTON - A US regulator Thursday approved a much-debated "open Internet" rule that bans broadband companies from charging to put online services in a so-called "fast lane."
Amazon hires former White House spokesman Carney
AFP, Published on 27/02/2015
» NEW YORK - Former White House spokesman Jay Carney has taken a new public relations job with online retail giant Amazon, the company said on Thursday.
Death toll from Afghan avalanches tops 200: officials
AFP, Published on 27/02/2015
» BAZARAK (AFGHANISTAN) - More than 200 people have been killed in a series of avalanches triggered by heavy snowfall around Afghanistan, officials said Thursday, warning the death toll could rise still further.
Apple Watch likely ready next week
AFP, Published on 27/02/2015
» NEW YORK - Apple sent invitations Thursday for a mystery event due to take place March 9, amid speculation about an imminent launch of its much anticipated Apple Watch.