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Chris Lynch named new CFO at Rio Tinto

On the 28th of February, Rio Tinto Plc informed that Chris Lynch, a former BHP Billiton Ltd. executive, was named its new chief financial officer. Chris Lynch will replace the much-respected and committed employee Guy Elliot who informed about his intention to step down back in July 2012.

Groupon Sacks Andrew Mason; William Hill to Purchase Online Playtech for £424m

Another era has just ended. On the 28th of March, CEO Andrew Mason was sacked from his position. The Groupon Inc.'s decision to fire its founder came one day after disappointing results were released showing that the company lost almost $67.5 million in 2012. Unsatisfactory figures showed that Andrew Mason was not able to cope with decreased demand for daily coupons.

The Top Five Most Luxurious Trains in The World

The carriages, the most luxurious trains in the world, are truly built for kings and queens or the crème de la crème of society. But anyone willing to part with some good amount of money can enjoy this travel luxury.

Tourists Love UK Shopping Experience

While the UK economy, including the high street, is still not in the best shape, the country might glory in the title of the world’s most sought-after destination for foreign shoppers looking to splash out their hard-earned money. A study by VisitBritain indicates that the UK has still its magic that lures overseas shoppers to come and spend cash in British shops.

Replica of Titanic to Set Sail in 2016. Interested in Cruise?

A replica of famous and tragic Titanic is expected to set sail and start the virgin trip from Southampton to New York in 2016. Clive Palmer, an originator of Titanic II, attempts to bring the legend to life... But, do not think that prices will be the same as in 1912! If you want to get on board of Titanic II, you will have to pay a hefty sum - nothing to sneeze at!

Yahoo Ends Flexible Work Agreements

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer has decided to revolutionize the company's employment policy by bringing back its telecommuting employees to offices. The revolution is to start in June. Marissa Mayer believes this action will strengthen and ease collaboration among the employees. However, Richard Branson criticized Marissa Mayer's actions by referring them as "backward".

China’s Great Old Credit Boom

Things are getting out of hand. Recent credit growth data from China's economy should be enough to excite the bears and the bulls alike. Total social financing, the metric of credit growth used to encapsulate both bank and non-bank lending in China, was a whopping US$400 billion in January alone. Or $4.8 trillion annualised!

Tendulkar, Kohli Steady India

India ended day two of the first Test against Australia in Chennai on 182 for three, still 198 runs behind but in a good position thanks to unbeaten half centuries from Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli.

Educational TV Actually Produces Aggression in Young Children

Children who watch educational TV are more aggressive toward other children, according to a study conducted by researchers from Iowa State University, the University of Buffalo, and published in the Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology.

UK to Enjoy Boom in North Sea Investment

The UK is expected to benefit from an increase in North Sea investment as oil and gas companies will spend at least £13 billion in 2013. What is interesting is the fact that 2013 North Sea spending is estimated to reach its highest level in 30 years.

China’s Manufacturing Slows Down in February, Flash PMI Shows

Initial data on China's manufacturing activity indicated a sharp decrease in February, raising concerns over the recovery of the Asian dragon. The deceleration was driven by weak global demand for China's exports and the timing of the week-long Lunar New Year holiday. A survey by HSBC and Markit Economics showed that China's manufacturing expanded at the slowest rate in four months.

How Obama Really Got Elected

Prior to the November elections, Republican efforts to overhaul voter identification laws, according to the White House, congressional Democrats and most of the mainstream media, were nothing more than thinly veiled attempts to prevent legal Americans (especially minorities) from voting.

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