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Samsung launched what it calls the "largest screen size with smartphone portability" on Thursday at the IFA technology show in Berlin.

A non-government organization has identified Apple Inc. as one main contributors to environmental pollution in China.

The MFAA will join forces with ASIC to combat mortgage stress, it has been revealed.

The story about the lost iPhone 5 prototype in a San Francisco bar is now looking less probable.

There is no stopping Australia’s resources boom and it appears that investors are racing to cash-in on the surging profits projected from mining activities, according to the latest figures issued on Friday by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

CEOs in Sydney and Melbourne are being asked to swap their suits for fluoro vests and try their hand at selling The Big Issue magazine to support homeless and disadvantaged people.

At its current pace of construction, Australia could face a housing shortfall of half a million homes by 2020, the HIA has claimed.

As we once again approach a monthly Reserve Bank board meeting, the Australian economy is not providing any guidance for the central bank, or individuals.

The wait is finally over. The finalists for the 10th annual Australian Mortgage Awards (AMAs) have been revealed.

National Mortgage Brokers has predicted brokers will continue to go from strength to strength as it turned 10 yesterday.

By Greg PeelNo one wants the US dollar to cease being the world's reserve currency ? at least not just yet.

By Greg PeelThe Dow closed down 119 points or 1.0% while the S&P fell 1.2% to 1204 and the Nasdaq lost 1.

US ICSC comparable chain store sales rose 4.6pct in August compared with a year earlier. Wholesale and luxury retailers recorded the bulk of the growth. US ISM-Manufacturing fell from 50.9 to 50.6 in July

U.S. stocks kicked off September on a sour note, snapping a four-day winning streak as financials weakened and investors expressed repidation ahead of the government's monthly jobs report.

Australian construction firm CSR announced a $22-million restructuring program after facing tough competition from cheap Chinese glass imports on the back of the high Australian dollar. The restructuring will affect some 115 jobs, The Australian reported on Thursday.

Planning Minister John Day is calling for expressions of interest from interested parties to purchase land in the Perth City Link in Western Australia, touted as the most significant inner-city development opportunity in more than a century.

Hold your breath, Apple Inc.'s iPhone 5 is expected to debut in October.

Federal Court ruling dismays Australian shareholders and investors for its failure to impose penalties on six directors of Centro Properties Group despite violating corporate laws. The court's decision to fine former Centro CEO Andrew Scott was also criticized.

Unless you're content with Rovio's Angry Birds all your life or The Sims on Facebook, you need a laptop, not an iPad or another tablet device, for some hard-core gaming.

Moody's Investors Service has rated Australia's corporate sector outlook as stable stable over the next 12 to 18 months although companies will remain cautions given the global economic uncertainties.

A former BHP Billiton official, Chris Lynch has joined the boards of Rio Tinto plc and Rio Tinto Limited as a non-executive director.

Sony launched several new devices on Wednesday at the IFA conference in Berlin including an updated Reader device and two new tablets.

While Berlin's annual consumer electronics fair has previously been a showcase of home appliances from TVs to fridges, it has become a battleground for manufacturers of wireless gadgets.

Finance brokers are failing to capitalise on recent growth in the receivables finance market, it has been claimed.

Research published in the Harvard Business Review has shown that employees can greatly improve their productivity by taking a short nap during their workday.

Leighton Holdings faces a class action from investors who allege the construction giant breached continuous disclosure laws.

Over 30 per cent of the 214 Proserpine farmers in the co-operative voted against the proposal from Sucrogen to purchase the mill. The proposal had to be met with 75 per cent approval to be passed.

The skill set to influence senior management is a key to success for any HR professional. There are a number of skills that make up the full range of tools that can be used to influence decisions. One the most valuable tools is building the business case for change.

Shares in magnetite iron ore pellet producer Grange Resources jumped more than 8% yesterday after the company revealed a maiden dividend and a $58.1 million first half profit.