The Top Market Moves for Feb. 25

Feb. 25 (Bloomberg) -- On today's "The Roundup," Adam Johnson and Dominic Chu wrap up the day's top market stories. (Source: Bloomberg)

U.S. Day Ahead: Ben Bernanke, Martha Stewart on the menu (3:26)

Feb. 25 - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke prepares for a 2-day testimony and Martha Stewart makes an appearance in court to defend her company against a lawsuit from Macy's

S&P worst day since November (1:51)

Feb. 25 - Summary of business headlines: U.S. stocks turn lower on Italy election fears; Goldman job cuts- sources; Barnes and Noble chairman wants his stores back; Lowe's stock falls on margin concerns. Bobbi Rebell reports

Most wanted on the massive budget cut list (2:32)

Feb. 25 - Sequestration is just days away and the list of who gets hit earlier and hardest may be surprising. Hoda Emam reports.

Observers warn against budget hotels growing too big, too fast in China

Published on Feb 24, 2013

China's budget hotel industry has been growing exponentially in the last few years, and the trend is expected to continue this year. But industry observers have cautioned against growing too big, too fast.

New Sesame Street ride at Universal Studios Singapore

Published on Feb 22, 2013

As the theme song for the much-loved children's show goes, "Can you tell me how to get to Sesame Street?" Well there's a new way to get there and it's a new ride at theme park Universal Studios Singapore. It officially opens in March 2013, but Channel NewsAsia's Sharon See has this sneak preview.

Indonesia Fashion Week

Published on Feb 23, 2013

As New York Fashion Week comes to an end, Indonesia kicks off its own Fashion Week that promises a new look into the industry. Channel NewsAsia takes us behind the catwalks and haute couture and finds out that fashion is big business in Indonesia.

India holds showcase to raise awareness on natural heritage

Published on Feb 21, 2013

New Delhi is known as a cultural hub, where fairs and festivals of all kinds are held nearly every day. One such recent event had a special theme: raising awareness of the country's natural heritage. The 15-day "Green Haat" saw participants from across India showcase a variety of non-timbre forest produce. Goods on display ranged from wild grains, chillies and spices to medicinal plants, herbal preparations, and honey. Also on display were furniture and accessories made from bamboo and other wild plants.

Is 2013 the Year of Global Growth?

Feb. 22 (Bloomberg) -- Pimco Global Strategic Advisor Richard Clarida discusses his outlook for the global economy. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

MuniLand: Obama's new bonds could benefit muni market (11:13)

Feb 22 - Co-Director of Municipal Investments at Eaton Vance Management Thomas Metzold says President Obama's 'America Fast Forward' bonds could be positive, but issuing tax-credit bonds could prove unsuccessful.

Stars arrive on the Red Carpet (1:22)

Feb. 24 - Stars fill the Red Carpet at the 85th Academy Awards Ceremony. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

Food for thought on the Red Carpet (1:27)

Feb. 24 - Wolfgang Puck offers food for thought on the Red Carpet. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

Tourism New Foundland Labrador Canada

Published on Feb 17, 2013

FRANCE 24 Tech 24: 02/18/2013 TECH 24

Published on Feb 23, 2013

The new technologies and their impact on our society. Every Wednesday at 16h15 (Paris Time) - Presented by Rebecca BOWRING and Eric OLANDER, Internet specialist.
Digital technology is now at the centre of many important world events, impacting everything from politics to economics to culture. TECH 24 hosts Rebecca Bowring and Eric Olander break it all down and explore the week's key trends and technology news.

All shows:
http://www.france24.com/en/list/emiss...

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Oscar statues arrive on red carpet (0:40)

Feb. 22 - Kicking the preps into high gear for the 85th Academy Awards, the famous red carpet has some new residents: towering Oscar statues. Elly Park reports

Red carpet rewind: 5 years of Oscars fashion (1:44)

From classy to cringe-worthy, a look at the looks that celebrities strutted down the Academy Awards red carpet from 2008 to 2012. Production by Matt Toder. (February 2012).

Watch Out for Global Equities Selloff: Gushee

Feb. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Auerbach Grayson Managing Director Charlie Gushee talks about a possible global market sell-off. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

Where Does U.S. Rank in Labor Market Efficiency?

Feb. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Salim Furth, senior policy analyst at the Heritage Foundation, discusses labor productivity and efficiency in the U.S. compared to other countries. He speaks with Matt Miller on Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg Rewind." (Source: Bloomberg)

U.S. Day Ahead: Markets all ears for Fed speakers (3:01)

Feb. 21 - U.S. markets will be listening for what Fed speakers say after growing disagreement over QE. Wynn Resort's shareholders will decide whether to kick Japanese billionaire Kazuo Okada off its board.

Economic data keep bulls in headlock (2:13)

Feb 21 - Summary of business headlines: Fed official says not taking away the $85 billion a month punch bowl yet; jobs, factory, inflation data suggest Fed policy can continue; Hewlett-Packard beats forecast, guides higher; Wal-Mart sales not hurt as much as feared. Conway G. Gittens reports.

Pacific Asia Travel Association the First 60 Years PATA

Published on Feb 8, 2013

Video brought to you by Travelindx (http://Travelindex.com) and PATA (http://www.PATA.org)

In the 60-years since it was founded in Hawaii, PATA has helped to put the region on the global tourism map -- not just as a destination but also as a rapidly growing source of tourism business for destinations around the world. PATA has been an essential catalyst and manager of tourism in the region since it began back in 1951. With PATA as a steward, Pacific Asia travel went from about 100,000 annual visitors per year in the early 1950s to the 566 million it attracted last year. The Pacific Asia region today is the second most visited region in the world, according to the UNWTO. Sixty years ago the region lacked everything from airports and hotels to telecommunications and decent highways.

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is a membership association acting as a catalyst for the responsible development of the Asia Pacific travel and tourism industry. In partnership with PATA's private and public sector members, we enhance the sustainable growth, value and quality of travel and tourism to, from and within the region.

Here's the View from Google's New Glasses

Feb. 20 (Bloomberg) -- This new advertisement of Google Glass showcases the product's functionality, from photos to maps to sharing. The company is now soliciting applications for invitations to purchase a Glass Explorer Edition for $1500. (Source: Bloomberg)

Go Global or Should You Stay Invested at Home?

Feb. 19 (Bloomberg) -- On today's "Street Fighters," Raymond James' Kevin Giddis, Russell Investments' Mike Dueker and JPMorgan's Joyce Chang discuss whether it's better to invest in domestic or international markets. They speak on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

South East Asian Stocks Highest in Over 15 Years

Feb. 19 (Bloomberg) -- Citi Head of Asia Trading Strategy Mo Apabhai discusses Asia markets. He speaks with Susan Li and Rishaad Salamat on Bloomberg Television's "Asia Edge." (Source: Bloomberg)

Gold Headed for Longest Slump in Over a Year

Feb. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Kitco Metals Global Trading Director Peter Hug talks about the price of gold. (Source: Bloomberg)

The Top Ten Stocks for Feb. 20

Feb. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Trish Regan, Adam Johnson and Matt Miller report on today’s ten most important stocks including Six Flags, Brink's and Herbalife. (Source: Bloomberg)

Stocks Fall as Dollar Gains on Fed’s Easing Debate

Feb. 20 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. stocks retreated from five-year highs while oil, gold and silver led commodities lower as minutes from the Federal Reserve’s last meeting showed policy makers debated the risks and benefits of bond purchases. Matt Miller, Trish Regan and Adam Johnson report on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

UK employment up, living standards fall

Published on Feb 20, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ The number of people in work in Britain hit an all-time high in the final three months of last year, despite the stagnant UK economy.

Unemployment benefit claims also fell much more than expected in January.

A total of 29.73 million Britons had jobs in that period, the most since records began in 1971.

But there has been a big increase in part-time working since the financial crisis started.

In the final quarter of 2012 full-time workers accounted for 73 percent and part-time 27 percent.

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Are Tech Stocks Unstoppable in Earnings Season?

Feb. 20 (Bloomberg) - Bloomberg's Dominic Chu reports that tech companies are leading the pack in beating earnings estimates this season and that has some analysts calling it a comeback for the sector. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "In The Loop."

Breaking Down U.S. Housing Starts

Feb. 20 (Bloomberg) -- On today's "The Real Deal," Michael McKee reports on U.S. housing starts on Bloomberg Television's "In The Loop." (Source: Bloomberg)

OECD economies contract for first time since 2009

Published on Feb 19, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ More signs of global economic slowdown have emerged.

The world's richest countries - those in the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development - saw a contraction in economic activity in the final three months of last year.

The eurozone continues to struggle and economists expect the region to decline again in the current quarter before finally returning to moderate growth later this year.

OECD economists said the eurozone suffering a steep drop at 0.6 percent from the previous quarter, Japan's GDP fell 0.1 percent and the US economy neither grew nor shrank.

For all the 34 OECD members, the decline was 0.2 percent.

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Hollande in Greece, calls for new investment

Published on Feb 19, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ A nationwide news blackout greeted French President Francois Hollande as he arrived in Greece on Tuesday for his first visit there since taking office.

The entire media staged a one-day strike - not because of him - but over the country's continuing austerity measures.

While German Chancellor Angela Merkel was greeted by 30,000 protesters on her visit last October, so far Hollande has not been met with any personal bad blood from the Greek people.

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Two Nobel Prize winners share their success stories

Published on Feb 20, 2013

Fifteen internationally-renowned scientists were in Singapore recently for the inaugural Global Young Scientists Summit. Among them were Nobel Prize winners Eric Cornell and Ada Yonath, who gave talks, participated in panel discussions and mentored young scientists during their time in Singapore. The discoveries that garnered them the prestigious Nobel Prize were years in the making.

Wall Street sets fresh multi-year peak (2:05)

Feb. 19 - Summary of business headlines: Dell sales drop 11 percent, Herbalife revenues up 20 percent; OfficeMax and Office Depot in the midst of office romance; Google tops $800 for first time; U.S. homebuilder sentiment dips; UniCredit warns of major branch closings. Conway G. Gittens reports.

Mega-miners tighten their belts (1:47)

Feb. 20 - Despite dismal results, hopes of a demand recovery in China have sold investors on miners BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto. But a volatile environment means the metals giants aren't yet ready to celebrate.

Which EU Country Offers the Best Visa Deal?

Bloomberg Television's Muhammad Darwish reports on which EU countries offer the best visa deals to foreign investors.

China Vanke Enters US Property Market

Feb. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Susan Li reports on today's top stories. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "First Up." (Source: Bloomberg)

Is China a Bigger Currency Manipulator Than Japan?

Feb. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Emerging Alpha's Marshall Mays sits down with Bloomberg News to discuss the Japanese yen and currency manipulation. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Asia Edge." (Source: Bloomberg)

Global Economic Cycle Is at the Trough: Lilley

Feb. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Kevin Lilley, European fund manager at Old Mutual Asset Managers, discusses the global economy, political risks to markets around the world and a view of Carlsberg's results. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Countdown."

Europe Day Ahead (2:44)

Feb. 18 - A look ahead to Tuesday’s key events including results from Danone and Deutsche Post, as well as the latest German ZEW index.

Debt-stricken Europe battles for BRICS (2:15)

Feb.18 - David Cameron’s trade delegation to India is the largest ever taken abroad by a British Prime Minister. But he faces stiff competition in the battle for business as Europe’s debt-stricken states compete with one another to tap into one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. Ivor Bennett reports

Market Pulse: Gold bugs to jitter bugs - $1,500/oz looms (3:32)

Feb. 18 - Even gold bugs may be losing their confidence on prospects for the precious metal, with BofA Merrill Lynch metals strategist Michael Widmer predicting that a test of $1,500/oz looms.

Lagarde brushes off talk of 'currency wars' (1:24)

Feb. 16 - International Monetary Fund Managing Director Christine Lagarde brushes off talk of 'currency wars'. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

Make multinationals pay tax, UK and others urge G20

Published on Feb 16, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ Britain, France and Germany are spearheading a campaign at the G20 summit in Russia for an international clampdown on corporate tax avoidance.

A report by the OECD found that multinational companies were managing to avoid paying tax altogether by taking advantage of different countries' rules.

The UK says despite huge changes in the global economy, global tax rules are the same as a hundred years ago.

France argues that international cooperation is essential.
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Russia Asteroid a Wake-Up Call From Space: B612 CEO

Feb. 15 (Bloomberg) -- Dr. Ed Lu, chief executive officer of the B612 Foundation, discusses how they are tracking asteroids to protect the Earth from possible strikes. He speaks with Matt Miller on Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg Rewind." (Source: Bloomberg)

Asteroid fly by came closer than TV satellites (1:12)

Feb. 16 - A newly discovered asteroid nearly half the size of a football field passed closer to the Earth than TV satellites. Mana Rabiee reports.

Daily Digit: $44 billion (1:00)

Feb. 15 - $44 billion flew into equity funds year-to-date, according to analysis by Lipper, but it is hard to say whether retail investors are truly back. Conway G. Gittens reports.

The $158 billion combo comeback (2:21)

Feb. 15 - U.S. merger and acquisition activity is at its highest level since 2007, thanks to cheap cash, a soaring stock market, and economic confidence. Bobbi Rebell reports.

G20 divided over currency (2:07)

Feb.15 - Finance officials from the Group of 20 major economies meeting in Moscow are struggling to find common ground on currencies and borrowing, exposing rifts between those who advocate growth and those who support more austerity to revive the world economy. Ivor Bennett reports

Incredible amateur videos of meteor over central Russia; 1,000 injured (2:58)

Feb. 15 - Dashboard cameras capture incredible footage of a meteor as it streaks across the sky in Chelyabinsk, Russia and explodes before it damaged buildings and shattered windows, which caused injuries to more than 1,000 people. Rough Cut (no reporter narration/part no audio).

Longevity and Genetics | Tomorrow Today - Interview

Published on Feb 11, 2013

People today are growing older and older - are there any limits? Professor Christoph Englert of the Leibniz Institute for Age Research in Jena has the answers.
Read more: http://www.dw.de/program/tomorrow-tod...

Graphene - the material of the future | Tomorrow Today

Published on Feb 11, 2013

The EU has pledged a billion euros for research into graphene at a consortium of institutions across the continent. The amazing material is strong, flexible, an excellent conductor of electricity and heat. Some say graphene may well revolutionize computing, telecommunications, and engineering.
Read more: http://www.dw.de/program/tomorrow-tod...

Is Gold a Good Investment Vs. Platinum, Palladium?

Feb. 13 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg News explores whether gold is a better investment than platinum or palladium. (Source: Bloomberg)

The Top Ten Stocks for Feb. 13

Feb. 13 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Trish Regan, Adam Johnson and Matt Miller report on today’s ten most important stocks including Cisco, Facebook and Whole Foods. (Source: Bloomberg)

North America Now King of Crude Over Saudi Arabia

Feb. 13 (Bloomberg) -- In today's "Single Best Chart," Bloomberg's Scarlet Fu displays how the combined oil production of the United States and Canada has topped output from Saudi Arabia. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg Surveillance."

Why Is Intel Going Into the Web TV Business?

Feb. 12 (Bloomberg) -- Intel is building an Internet television set-top box that it will sell directly to consumers, aiming to create a new market for its processors. Edmund Lee reports on Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg West." (Source: Bloomberg)

Which Firms Can Benefit From Expanding Into Asia?

Feb. 12 (Bloomberg) -- Softbank Capital's Matt Krna discusses why startups may want to expand into Asian markets. He speaks with Emily Chang on Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg West." (Source: Bloomberg)

Dutch florists FloraHolland set for Valentine's

Published on Feb 13, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ As romantic Romeos rush to buy flowers ahead of Valentine's Day on Thursday, business is booming at the world's largest flower auction.

FloraHolland in Amsterdam has been working round the clock to supply flowers all over Europe.

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Transatlantic trade talks in sight

Published on Feb 13, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ The European Union and the United States have agreed to talks on a free trade alliance.

European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso said they should be able to start discussions by the end of June on bringing down trading barriers.

It would be the most ambitious free trade deal ever attempted, encompassing half the world's economic output and a third of global trade flows.

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FACTBOX: A look behind Obama's 20% minimum wage hike (1:23)

Feb. 13 -Obama wants to increase the minimum wage from $7.25 to $9.00. Here are the facts...

Wealth Strategies: State of the Union stock plays (25:05)

Feb. 13 - Three market experts break down what President Obama said in his speech and explain how his initiatives could influence the companies they cover

Is SI's Swimsuit Issue a Savior for Time Inc.?

Feb. 12 (Bloomberg) -- Mediatech Capital Partners Managing Partner Porter Bibb discusses the popularity and revenue power of the Sports Illustrated annual Swimsuit issue. (Source: Bloomberg)

Comcast buys rest of NBC for $17 billion (2:22)

Feb. 12 - Summary of business headlines: Comcast gives GE $16.7 billion for remaining NBC Universal stake; Dow back above 14,000 on hopes President can ignite economy; Fund manager sees Dow 20,000; Coke sales disappoint, Kors sales soar. Conway G. Gittens reports.

Obama focuses on economy in State of the Union (1:36)

Feb. 12 - U.S. President Obama targets economy and middle class jobs in State of the Union Address. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

A new boss for the World Trade Organisation

Published on Feb 12, 2013

Mari Pangestu, Indonesia's Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy is among those jockeying for the top job at the World Trade Organisation.

She's just returned from a world tour to convince members to vote for her, and says her experience in a developing economy stands her in good stead for the role.

G7: no currency wars

Published on Feb 12, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ Group of Seven nations have vowed not to engage in currency wars - that is pushing down the value of their currencies to create trade advantages and boost exports.

The G7 - that's the United States, Britain, France, Germany, Japan, Canada and Italy - have agreed to consult closely on exchange rates and said government's fiscal and monetary policies must not be directed at devaluing currencies.

That follows concerns after Japan's new government pressed for monetary policies that sharply weakened the yen.

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Is Apple Getting Into the Smart Watch Game?

Feb. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Nielsen Norman Group's Bruce Tognazzini and Fitbit's Eric Friedman discuss Apple's potential new project, a smart watch. They speak on Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg West." (Source: Bloomberg)

Japan Hits Near 4-Yr High, French Worries Over Euro

Feb. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Angie Lau reports on today's top headlines. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "On The Move Asia." (Source: Bloomberg)

Would Returning to Gold Standard End Currency Wars?

Feb. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Bank of New York Mellon's Michael Woolfolk and TCW's Komal Sri-Kumar discuss the currency wars on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

The World's Most Gold-Hungry Country? Not the U.S.

The World Gold Council has released its latest list of the world's biggest gold holders. But who bought the most in the past decade? The answer may surprise you.

euronews futuris: Eat less, feel full

Published on Feb 11, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ It looks like a restaurant kitchen, but it is an advanced research institute on human nutrition in Aberdeen, Scotland. Food is served to study volunteers, not customers. And for this particular study, dishes were cooked up to make volunteers eat less, but still feel happily full.

"The types of foods that I ate were keeping me fuller for longer. So I was not thinking about snacking and things like that. So that has been a good thing," says volunteer Gordon Irvine.

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Obama to focus on economy in State of Union speech (1:24)

Feb. 11 - U.S. President Obama is expected to offer proposals on infrastructure, manufacturing, and clean energy in his State of the Union. Deborah Lutterbeck reports

World cities join in Chinese Lunar New Year

Published on Feb 10, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ There was no shortage of people in Beijing's Baiyunguan Temple taking part in the traditional bout of coin-throwing for the Lunar New Year.

Strike the bell under the arch, and according to legend it will bring good luck and prosperity in the year to come.

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Historic dig on Mars

Published on Feb 10, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ Curiosity the Mars Rover which landed on the planet six months ago has set to work and for the first time drilled into the surface of Mars.

The powdered sample which it collected could hold the clues as to whether there has been life on the planet.

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Reuters Today: Big week for big talk (4:24)

Feb. 11 - U.S. President Obama puts the final touches to the State of the Union, policy makers from around the globe pack for the Moscow G20 summit, and Eurogroup leaders meet the new boss

Introducing the Future's Biggest Airports

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg News previews the grand scale in cost and size of the world's largest airports currently under construction.

This Country Has the World's Fastest Internet Speed

Which country has the fastest internet connection speed on average? Here is a list of the top five.

China Begins Year of the Snake as Biggest Trader

Feb. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg's Angie Lau reports that China has surpassed the United States to become the world's biggest trading nation and looks at what the year of the snake could mean for the Chinese economy. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "The Pulse."

Sunday: Lunar New Year Begins; Monday: G-30 Report

Feb. 8 (Bloomberg) -- Cristina Alesci forecasts next week's news, highlighting the big stories to be on the look for in the next trading week. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Bloomberg Rewind." (Source: Bloomberg)

Your First Meal for Lunar New Year: Snake Soup

February 10 (Bloomberg) -- David Ingles reports on a restaurant in Hong Kong that serves snake dishes. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's'' First Up.' (Source: Bloomberg)

China welcomes new year with fireworks (1:00)

Feb. 9 - Chinese welcomed the arrival of the Year of the Snake with raucous celebrations and a cacophony of firecrackers . Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

Japan celebrates Lunar New year (1:08)

Feb. 9 - Revelers in Japan celebrated Lunar New Year with a countdown, firecrackers and lion dances to ring in the Year of the Snake. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

Malaysia preps for Lunar New Year (0:37)

Feb. 7 - Chinese in Malaysia are preparing for the Lunar New Year. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

Is ECB Policy a Big Deal for U.S. Investors?

Feb. 7 (Bloomberg) -- Bank of America Merrill Lynch's Kate Moore and BNY Mellon Wealth Management's Jeff Mortimer discuss the impact of ECB monetary policy on the U.S. stock market and where they see investment opportunities. They speak with Pimm Fox on Bloomberg Television's "Taking Stock." (Source: Bloomberg)

What Stands Out in Metals?

Feb. 7 (Bloomberg) -- RJO Futures Senior Commodities Broker Phillip Streible talks about the price of platinum and precious metals. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Money Moves." (Source: Bloomberg)

Will the Year of the Snake Poison Chinese Markets?

Feb. 7 (Bloomberg) -- Mia Saini takes a look at the performance of Chinese markets during Years of the Snake. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Taking Stock." (Source: Bloomberg)

Horse carriages for a fairy-tale wedding

Published on Feb 6, 2013

In India, the business of hiring out horse-drawn carriages has been around for more than a century. Even today, chariots are still a must-have at weddings and other important events. Channel NewsAsia's Zain Awan visits one such hire shop in the southern city of Chennai that looks like a relic from the past.

Tickets go on sale for Sochi Winter Olympics

Published on Feb 7, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ Russia has begun selling tickets for the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, exactly a year before the opening ceremony.

A diamond-shaped countdown clock was unveiled in the capital Moscow and seven other Russian cities on Thursday as officials revealed seats would cost between 12 to 1250 euros.

Sochi, a resort on the Black Sea, beat off competition from South Korea and Austria to get to stage the games.

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ECB to monitor euro strength (2:11)

Feb. 7 - The European Central Bank will monitor the impact of a strengthening euro on the currency bloc's economy but said it was not a policy target and showed growing confidence in the region. Sonia Legg reports

Pressure on EU leaders to agree budget (2:07)

Feb. 7 - European leaders have begun high-pressure talks on a long-term budget, from 2014 to 2020, which will assign nearly 1 trillion euros in spending. But the countries remain divided, with some determined to refocus spending on growth and others demanding farm subsidies. Joanna Partridge reports

The Top Ten Stocks for Feb. 6

Feb. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg’s Trish Regan, Adam Johnson and Matt Miller report on today’s ten most important stocks including Disney, News Corp. and Yelp. (Source: Bloomberg)

China Central Bank Flags Inflation Concern

Feb. 6 (Bloomberg) -- China’s central bank signaled concern at inflation risks and said that monetary easing by nations, including the U.S. and Japan, may push up commodity prices and make global capital flows more volatile. Stephen Engle reports on Bloomberg Television's "Asia Edge." (Source: Bloomberg)

Jackson: Dollar to Gain Against the Euro, Yen

Feb. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Coutts & Co.'s Brian Jackson discusses the outlook for currencies with Rishaad Salamat on Bloomberg Television's "On The Move Asia." (Source: Bloomberg)

Economic Triple Play: Jobs, Oil and Lumber

Feb. 6 (Bloomberg) -- On today's "Chart Attack," Gamco CIO for Growth Equities Howard Ward and Bloomberg's Adam Johnson look at U.S. employment, the price of oil and lumber. They speak on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

China spring festival flowers

Published on Feb 6, 2013

The Chinese government's campaign to cut back on extravagant gifts, is hitting florists this lunar new year. Businesses say the sale of festive flowers this season has declined by more than half. Channel NewsAsia's Kristine Lim has the story.

France and German square off over strong euro

Published on Feb 6, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ How worried should eurozone policymakers be about the rise in the value of the euro?

Is the region set to lose out in a new currency war involving the euro, the dollar, the pound, the yen and the Swiss franc?

Having a strong currency puts the euro area at a disadvantage in terms of exports, growth and jobs.

In the last three months the euro has risen around 20 percent against the yen, eight percent against the pound, seven percent versus the dollar and three percent compared to the Swiss currency.

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MEPs argue for bigger EU budget

Published on Feb 6, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ An 'austerity-driven' EU budget will get the thumbs down from the European Parliament, MEPs told euronews on Wednesday.

Several members expressed concern that deep cuts to EU funding will put several public works projects at risk.

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Russia denies exploiting workers at Olympic venue (1:21)

Feb. 6 - Human Rights Watch publishes a report suggesting migrant worker abuse at the Winter Olympics construction sites in Sochi. Simon Hanna reports

Daily Digit: US pockets $13.4b on Citi (1:18)

Feb 6 -The U.S. Treasury Department is making a $13.4 billion profit on the bailout of Citigroup as taxpayers continue to see a profit from the controversial TARP bailout. Conway G. Gittens reports

The Top 5 Most Innovative Countries

Feb. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Erik Schatzker repots on the top five most innovative countries according to Bloomberg rankings. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Market Makers." (Source: Bloomberg)

Hui: Asian Earnings Momentum to Boost Stocks

Feb. 5 (Bloomberg) -- JPMorgan's Tai Hui discusses the outlook for Asian equities with Zeb Eckert on Bloomberg Television's "First Up." (Source: Bloomberg)

Sendai's quake recovery

Published on Feb 5, 2013

Sendai in Japan's Miyagi Prefecture experienced one of the strongest tremors when the devastating earthquake struck nearly two years ago. It was the nearest major city to the epicentre. In our series on Japan's recovery, Channel NewsAsia's Michiyo Ishida finds out what's happened to the largest and oldest producer of the region's signature delicacy.

Eurozone recovery signs emerge

Published on Feb 5, 2013

http://www.euronews.com/ The eurozone's battered economy is showing signs of recovery.

The latest surveys of thousands of the region's companies reveal business activity grew strongly in January and optimism was at an eight-month high with services firms particularly upbeat.

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Planet Earth gets ready for its close-up (2:34)

Feb.5 - Space start-up company UrtheCast wants to bring Earth into sharper focus with state-of-the-art cameras mounted aboard the International Space Station. The company is building a web platform to stream a live signal of our planet, giving viewers a new perspective of events unfolding on Earth in near real time. Ben Gruber reports.

The clever world of Artificial intelligence

Published on Jan 31, 2013

When it comes to artificial intelligence, researchers worldwide are working to make at least some of what is in the movies a reality.

Using artificial intelligence, cars are learning to drive themselves, drones to make autonomous life and death decisions and telephones and teddy bears are able to talk to us.

Kesha West reports.

The Only Eight Stocks You Need to Worry About

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- On today's "Insight & Action," Adam Johnson looks at eight consumer stocks you need to watch. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

Fredericks: Economy on Increasingly Solid Footing

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- BlackRock's Michael Fredericks discusses the state of the U.S. economy and his investment strategy with Pimm Fox on Bloomberg Television's "Taking Stock." (Source: Bloomberg)

European Stocks Sink on Spain, Italy Turmoil

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- In today's "Global Outlook," Bloomberg's Julie Hyman reports on the top headlines from around the world. She speaks on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)

De Kock: Dollar-Yen at 105 by End of 2014

Feb. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Morgan Stanley's Gabriel De Kock discusses the performance of the euro and yen with Susan Li on Bloomberg Television's "First Up." (Source: Bloomberg)

The Interview: Le Luong Minh

Published on Feb 3, 2013

Once Vietnam's top man at the United Nations, Le Luong Minh takes the helm at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. How will ASEAN's new Secretary-General navigate the turbulent waters of the region? Find out in his exclusive interview with Channel NewsAsia.

Fukushima's disaster recovery

Published on Feb 3, 2013

Almost two years since the Fukushima nuclear disaster, and the 5 kilometre exclusion zone implemented because of radiation worries remains in effect. But the partial entry bans in towns and villages a little further away from the Daiichi nuclear plant have been lifted. Channel NewsAsia's Japan Bureau Chief Michiyo Ishida heads to Fukushima to find out how residents and businesses are coping.

Hong Kong government to take tough stance against pollution

Published on Feb 1, 2013

The Hong Kong government has said it will take a tough stance against pollution, by clearing old commercial vehicles off the roads.

It will also soon propose new air quality objectives to lawmakers and aims to implement them in 2014.

Chinese New Year blooms at Bloomie’s (2:16)

Feb 4 - For the first time, Bloomingdale's is celebrating Chinese New Year in its U.S. stores, in hopes of bringing in a wave of new customers in the Year of the Snake. Kyoko Gasha reports

Daily Digit: U.S. oil makers roll in $17 bln (1:08)

Feb 1- The two biggest U.S. oil producers, Exxon Mobil and Chevron, report higher-than-expected increases in quarterly profits, pocketing a combined $17 billion in earnings. Conway G. Gittens reports

Job market keeps building (1:58)

Feb 1 - A couple of big revisions to jobs data show a solid upward trend - motivating more of the out of work to start looking for jobs again. Bobbi Rebell reports

MuniLand: California upgrade bodes well for its bonds (7:27)

Feb. 1 - Author of ''Investing in Municipal Bonds'' Philip Fischer says the S&P upgrade of California's GO bonds could have a positive multiplier effect for the state's debt

Dow wins in 14K sprint (1:50)

Feb 1 - Summary of business headlines: Blue chips cross 14,000 for the first time since October 2007 as jobs and factory data show steady economic growth; ExxonMobil and Chevron top forecasts; Dell deal close -sources. Conway G. Gittens reports