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China abuzz over reported N.Korea boat hijackings

In what appears to be a rare public spat between longtime neighbors and allies, 29 Chinese sailors have been kidnapped in the Yellow Sea by North Koreans, according to Chinese media reports. (read on….) Related items China probes telecom giants for internet monopoly VIDEO: Outcry in China over hit-and-run China’s …

What's behind China's crackdown on foreigners?

China has launched a 100-day crackdown against illegal immigration and illegal employment in the wake of a high-profile sexual assault case involving a British national who was videotaped allegedly attempting to force himself on a Chinese woman. (read on….) Related items Is China’s crackdown on foreigners about crime or illegal …

China’s Stock Futures Rise on Policy Easing Bets, Consumption

China’s stock-index futures rose, signaling gains for the benchmark index, on speculation the government will boost spending and ease monetary policy to stem a deeper economic slowdown. (read on….) Related items China GDP boosts global markets Baidu Sends Stocks in U.S. Lower for Second Day: China Overnight Before the Bell: …

Activist: China to have passports ready in 2 weeks

The activist who was at the center of a diplomatic tussle between Beijing and Washington said Thursday that Chinese officials have told him the passports that he and his family just applied for should be ready within two weeks. A rights group, meanwhile, described more retaliation by authorities against his …

The Best China Play: Apple, Google Or Facebook?

Apple probably has more upside in China than either Google or Facebook, but extreme caution is warranted when investing in Apple based on Chinese projections. Beyond the segment of young people who live with their parents, the low disposable income among Chinese middle class will prove to be a brick …

China Internet Cafe Holdings Group Announces Record First Quarter 2012 Financial Results

SHENZHEN, China, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ – China Internet Cafe Holdings Group, Inc. ("CICC" or the "Company") (CICC.OB), one of the largest owners and chain operators … (read on….) Related items China Internet Cafe Holdings Group, Inc Obtains DTC Eligibility China Internet Cafe Holdings Group Announces Third Quarter 2011 Financial Results …

Yahoo soap opera features new cast of leaders

Yahoo's dysfunctional turnaround efforts have morphed into a Silicon Valley soap opera, one that has taken another strange twist with the Internet company's ousting of CEO Scott Thompson just four months … (here is more…) Related items Revolving door: Yahoo ushers out another CEO Yahoo's 1Q results show progress under …

China: it's us or America

Australia can't juggle relationships with US and China and must choose a 'godfather' to protect it, defence strategist warns. (read on….) Related items China denies hacking charges, backs cyber talks Alibaba Buys Back 20% Stake in Itself From Yahoo for $7 Billion Yahoo strikes deal to sell half of Alibaba …