China: Wage to double in five years

China is striving to increase the average wage for workers by 15 percent annually in a bid to achieve a two-fold increase in pay by the end of 2015. Double the number on your paycheck….

Taiwan likely to be hit by tsunami

Taiwan’s geological authority has issued an alert that the island is likely to be hit by a tsunami. According to an official examination, a magnitude-8 earthquake may strike both the Ryukyu and Manila trenches, triggering…

Cuban president outlines major reforms

Cuba has begun its crucial Communist Party congress, with proposals for major reforms on the Caribbean island nation. President Raul Castro is proposing limited terms for Cuban politicians – including himself – a remarkable gesture…

Alleged sale of stale buns probed

In a world that emphasizes the green economy to such a large extent, the word means energy saving and environmental friendliness. But when used in reference to steamed buns, the word suggests a different meaning…health…

BRICS leaders to focus on global challenges

Leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa will gather in Sanya on South China’s island province of Hainan to attend the third BRICS Leaders Meeting. The five largest emerging economies will explore joint…

Is political solution possible in Libya?

Fighting in Libya continues between opposition forces and troops loyal to Colonel Gadhafi. In the west of the country , rebels controlling the city of Misrata, have fought off a government attack. Full Story>> To…

Iodine-131 found in spinach in China

Small amounts of radioactive iodine-131 have been detected in the air in 31 of China’s provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities. Radioactive cesium has been detected in 21. Iodine has also been found in spinach produced…