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China has become a front-page story again as it is expected to deliver Europe from its debt crisis. Though loans to Europe may serve only as a remedy rather than a cure.With advanced and abundant green innovations and know-how, Europeans could benefit a great deal from assisting China with its transition to a green economy.   Though, increasing collaboration with the Chinese might not immediately

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The world's first and largest emissions cap and trade programme , the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), will expand the sectors it covers to the aviation industry from the beginning of 2012.This new move has drawn criticism and concerns from all over the world, especially non-EU air operators. Will the scheme be accepted globally over the next three months or will it remain an unsettled issue

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For quite a while, China and the US have been linked together and put under the global spotlight due to both their global economic and climate impacts. However, they belong to different economic bloc, the South and North. The US, as the largest developed country, has been widely criticized for failing to fulfill its duty and take the leadership in fighting the climate crisis.  On the other hand,

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Three NGOs jointly urged on Friday that UN climate delegates stop using carbon markets as an approach in combating climate crisis, and warnedthat more harm than benefits stem from the market mechanism.The warning came during a news conference, a joint effort of the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP), the Friends of the Earth (FOE), and The EU Forest Campaign (FERN), at the Tianjin

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Top officials of China's three climate and environmental exchanges have shown up at two UNFCCC side events held two days in a row in Tianjin, stealing the limelight of other activities at the climate change talks.China has yet to implement a national cap on emissions and currently all carbon credits are being traded voluntarily. Even so, the prospects of China's carbon market have become a hot

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At the ongoing UNFCCC conference in the coastal city of Tianjin in northern China, negotiating parties are expected to use this last opportunity prior to their Cancun gathering to establish common ground for producing a climate agreement in Mexico in two months' time.   Some progress has been made after the first three-days of negotiations, especially in shared visions and adaptation framework.

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The strong Haiti earthquake and other events of similar weight might have stolen the limelight of Google China, which has decided not to filter its search engine results as required by the Chinese government, and prepared, as a consequence, to close its business in the world's leading internet market. Google has been applauded by many Chinese people for its long-awaited courage to challenge the

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The White House has announced that US President Barack Obama will attend the forthcoming UN climate change conference in Copenhagen to work with the international community for a "comprehensive and operational" Copenhagen accord.In the context of an overall deal in Copenhagen that includes robust mitigation contributions from China and the other emerging economies, the President, said the White

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China's speedy urbanization has urged the government to take on a low-carbon approach, to kick off the green transformation of its urban development as part of the country's 12th five-year planning from 2011 to 2015.It is forecast that up to 75 percent of the population in China will live in cities by 2050, a significant rise from the 44.9 percent in 2007. This will further the tension between

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The UN climate change negotiations that end today in Bangkok have largely failed to deliver any substantive progress on targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, or the transfer of technology and finance from rich to poorer nations for adaptation and mitigation, leading to serious questions about the political commitment of the industrialised nations."Last month, President Obama, Prime

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Scientists led by a former co-chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has warned that the UN negotiations aimed at tackling climate change are based on substantial underestimates of what it will cost to adapt to its impacts.The real costs of adaptation are likely to be 2-3 times greater than estimates made by the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), say Professor

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Greenpeace has urged China’s top power companies to play a role in cutting emissions and easing the country’s reliance upon coal, by dramatically increasing energy efficiency and the use of renewables.China’s top ten power companies and their heavy dependence on coal are hindering the country’s efforts to tackle climate change, a new Greenpeace report released on Tuesday said.The top ten power

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British authorities have insisted that the risk to public health from the A/H1N1 virus, commonly referred to as Swine Flu, remains low despite the first death being reported last Sunday.But there are mounting fears in some medical circles that a rise in cases may create problems for doctors and the national health system.In the UK, 1,320 people have so far been identified as having contracted the

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Ryanair, Europe’s largest low fare airline, has reaped a net profit of over 100 million euros over the last year when most competitors announced significant losses.Compared to the 2007/2008 figure, Ryanair’s net profit plunged 78 percent in the financial year ending on March 2009.But it has been hailed as “a robust performance” during a year when record high oil prices and the downturn had taken

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Britain has enhanced its campaigns to increase people’s awareness of the environment impacts of their diet, as part of its overall efforts to build a greener society with ambitious emissions-cutting targets.The latest movement is to encourage the consumption of seasonal produce, which is publicised as not only having good value and taste, but also causing much less pollution.The campaign has won

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The downturn has forced thousands of wealthy Britons out of the club of millionaires, and the trend is only likely to turn around in two years, a British independent research group says.The number of millionaires has been halved in the past two years to just below 250,000, according to the latest estimates of the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR).The 2009 list of Britain's richest

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Britain has started to test carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology at a working coal-burning power plant in Scotland. This has been hailed as a milestone” in the country’s green energy revolution.With a potential in removing around 90 percent of the CO2 emitted by burning fossil fuels, the CCS is expected to help ensure energy supply in an environmental-friendly way.Britain has also joined

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The top two airlines in Britain have reported conflicting business results in the downturn. Leading operator British Airways has sustained record losses over the past year. In contrast, Virgin Atlantic saw its profits double in 2008.The number of premium travellers has been cited as a key factor in Virgin Atlantic’s success. And how management reacted to the volatile oil prices proved to be

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An independent think tank has sent a warning that more Britons will fall victim to loan sharks, as the recession continues to bite and sub-prime lending is shrinking.Mortgage lending alone has contracted by 60 percent compared to a year ago. And there is no clear sign of recovery in months to come.Local authorities are urged to protect those financially vulnerable from using predatory lenders, by

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British Airways (BA) has announced record losses during the past one year, the most significant failure experienced by the company in its 85 year history.Formed in 1924 as Imperial Airways Ltd., the business has transformed considerably over the years.It was nationalised in 1974 by the then Labour government and became known as British Airways, combining both BEA (British European Airways) and

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Following the steps of other EU nations, Britain finally implemented on May 18 a car scrappage scheme, to encourage people to dump their old bangers for discounted new models.Britain hopes this incentive will save its battered motor industry by boosting sales. Nearly 40 car makers have signed up to the scheme, and some with earlier trials have reported positive market feedback.However, it still

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Many Britons are opting to camp at home instead of holidaying abroad in hotels as recession continues biting and the pound remains weak.This has resulted in rising bookings at campsites and increased sales of camping equipment.More importantly, going camping fills many with nostalgia for their happy childhood, though it brings not only joy but also drawbacks, which both were vividly shown in the

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BT Tower in Central LondonMassive pensions deficits are reasons behind an uncertain future facing both Royal Mail and BT, two of Britain’s communications giants.BT has reported huge losses. And despite large profits made by the Royal Mail last year, few believe it will be enough to turn the company around.Royal Mail is on the way to become partially privatized, a plan which many fear will result

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UK-based financial services elites have proposed a framework to the British government to develop its policy to keep UK financial services competitive over the coming 10 to 15 years.The country is advised to better integrate the global financial services industry into its own domestic economy, and develop a strategic partnership with other financial centres in the world.Britain is warned against

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The increased speed enhancement on Britain’s roads has turned the country into Europe’s capital of speed cameras.For speeding motorists, there will be soon less possibility to escape tickets and penalties, something which the public would support.However, the effectiveness in reducing road accidents by fixing more speed cameras has been questioned. Its increased use has even been interpreted by

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New research, undertaken to investigate Britons’ awareness of consumer rights, has raised concerns, as more than half of the surveyed are less confident to complain when things go wrong because they lack enough knowledge of consumer rights.In Britain, where online shopping gets more popular, one quarter of online shoppers fail to check whether a website is safe and secure before inputting their

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“Catch it, Bin it, Kill it”, this is the catch line of the British government’s public health campaign which was launched after Britain confirmed five swine flu cases by Wednesday.Individuals have been advised to wash hands regularly, use tissues when coughing and sneezing, and dispose of them properly to prevent the spread of the virus, which is believed to have killed nearly 180 people.The

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The spread of swine flu has taken its toll on human health and economic performance, adding to the complexity of the global economic downturn.The first death outside Mexico has been confirmed in the U.S., signalling that other affected countries might soon see deaths caused by the virus.The WHO has raised the alert level to phase four, indicating that the virus is transmitted from human to human,

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Britain became the second European country hit by swine flu after two cases were confirmed late Monday in Scotland. It followed an earlier announcement that the virus had already been identified in Spain. By Tuesday evening, eight countries had confirmed the arrival of the virus.There are about 40 people still under observation in the UK, and the government said it was well prepared after

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The British GDP dropped during the first quarter of this year, by 1.9 percent, deeper than previously thought. This has prompted call for more powerful governmental measures to boost existing efforts to rescue the falling economy.The gloomy figure also makes some analysts believe their prediction that Britain will see a 4.5 percent of GDP decline this year, much less optimistic than the 2009

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Wind farm in Cornwall in SW EnglandBritain has charted its green development plans, with priority given to clean coal technology CCS, marine renewables, nuclear energy, and green vehicles.Extra green spending has been pledged in the 2009 budget, bringing in a total of additional 15 billion dollars in low-carbon and energy investment over the coming few years in the country.Carbon capture and

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To save its battered car industry, Britain has decided to introduce a car scrappage scheme in May for 10 months, a plan has won favour with motoring organizations.The effect of the incentive in increasing car sales has been manifested by similar success stories in other European countries.However, motorists and even car makers in Britain are less confident in the economic benefit the scheme may

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A colossal amount of borrowing and unrealistic GDP growth prediction have put the 2009 Budget under fire, from opposition parties, business groups as well as the public.Chancellor Alistair Darling announced the “the toughest” budget in parliament Wednesday, to steer the course of British recovery from recession.Instead of gaining a strong support, the budget has drawn strong criticism, from

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Just two days ahead of Wednesday’s announcement of the 2009 budget, Britain’s largest business organization CBI has revealed its latest economic forecast, saying the country will only see a “slow and weak” GDP rise by Spring 2010.The Confederation of British Industry also sent a message that the worst of the recession may be over, as the first three months of this year has seen the country plunge

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G-Wiz, the only electric car available in Britain so far British has announced an initiative to encourage the use of electric cars, as the central part of its strategy to promote ultra low-carbon transport over the next five years.This came as the country faces twin pressures in salvaging its car industry, a key player in the national economy, and fulfilling its goals in carbon dioxide emissions

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Traffic jams on the M25, EnglandSet to achieve swingeing cuts in CO2 emissions, Britain is putting the importance of consumer education on a par with technological innovations, to push forward toward a low-carbon society.Young and new drivers are the main targets of the country’s endeavours to promote eco-driving. It is believed that it will take up to 40 years to change the way people drive in

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Britain is set to turn the recession into an opportunity to green its domestic transport, which emits 1/4 of the country’s total CO2 emissions, as part of the country’s endeavours to hit its burning ambition in emissions cuts.Its battered motor industry has faced compound challenges resulting from falling market demand and a lack of credit, required for technological innovation for more efficient

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U.S. President Barack Obama has expressed his confidence in the capacity of the G20 London Summit to rescue the world economy. Meanwhile, he declined to reveal what compromises he had made during talks with other leaders in producing the joint statement on Thursday.He told hundreds of journalists at the London Excel Centre that the summit was "very productive" and “historic”, given the scope and

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As leaders of the G20 members states fly into London for Thursday’s summit, skepticism is growing about what it will achieve.There is a widespread belief that the meeting will fail to find common ground in its bid to rescue the world economy. However, the G20 summit is expected to give a boost to green development.Differing interests may lead to G20 failureBecause there are too many vested

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There is arguably no immediate remedy to rescue the failing world economy. But the forthcoming London G20 summit has drawn world attention, as it aims to make a mark in putting the global economy onto the road of recovery.So will the London event meet up to expectations?For the full story by Dongying Wang, published by Xinhua News Agency in March 2009, please click here. Also, please return to

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Prior to the G20 summit, Britain has said, in several occassions, that without involving Africa, solutions cannot be found to deal with global economic, security and climate challenges.Africa has drawn growing attention as a key supplier for global growth with its natural resources and potentially huge markets. However, issues facing Africa in sustainable development and combating poverty have

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A recent report by Citigroup reveals that British household wealth has dropped to its lowest level in 40 years. But while the statistics make grim reading, the reality for many ordinary families is even more uncomfortable.From day to day ordinary Britons are struggling with increased worries and a rising cost of living as the recession deepens. One such case is the Webster family who live in

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The real cause for climate change is not cities but the high-consumption lifestyles, says a new study released earlier this week in London by the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED).“The tendency to identify cities as major culprits in causing climate change diverts attention from the main driver of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, namely unsustainable consumption,

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Flowers being left at Jade Goody's house in Upshire, SE England Pictured: Jade Goody [inset] has been dubbed the "Essex Princess" Despite the publicity for the upcoming G20 summit, there is little excitement amongst ordinary Britons. Even the gloom of the recession is not the top of people’s minds. Instead, the talk on many people’s lips is the passing of reality TV celebrity Jade Goody.The 27-

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A British pub before the smoking banThe catering business in Britain is feeling the effect of what economists called "a pretty bad recession" that has consumers tending to spend less that in previous times.Amidst the economic predicament, some sectors are suffering heavy losses, while others are remaining strong in the global downturn.For the full story by Dongying Wang, published by Xinhua News

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The global climate change efforts have not been compromised by the current economic downturn, and political signals so far have been encouraging at the ongoing negotiations for a new climate change regime, said a senior UN official.The implementation of the Kyoto Protocol, the first commitment period of which will expire in 2012, is not yet a concern at this moment, and is proceeding well, said

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British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has called for a national effort to create a low carbon economy, meanwhile stressing that green recovery is the very option for the economy to walk out of the current recession.To achieve the green recovery, Britain needs to win a very big share of a fast expanding global market for low carbon goods and services, Brown said.Britain expects to become the first

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To step up the efforts to rescue the British economy, the Bank of England once again cut its interest rate to a new all time low and has planned to pump a huge amount of money into the banking system.However, the public seems to have less confidence about the effectiveness of these government measures, especially the “quantitative easing,” commonly referred to as “printing more money”.Some people

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The economic downturn may not currently be seeing its affects on the health of the population in Britain, but there are fears that as the recession deepens the Nation Health Service (NHS) will see a rise in admissions, especially during the coming winter.Britain has been warned of a staggering 26 percent increase in the number of people experiencing mental health problems by 2010 as a direct

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British people, from postal workers to union leaders, from politicians to the general public, have expressed mixed feelings towards the proposal to partially privatise Britain’s national postal service, the Royal Mail.Business Secretary Lord Mandelson has insisted that the plan is the only way to ensure the future of Britain’s postal service. However, the plan to sell off some 30 percent of Royal

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Unsold cars built up at Ford Dagenham in SE EnglandSharply declining market demand has hit British manufacturing severely. The car industry, in particular, has come under the spotlight, as it seeks government support to curb its dwindling output and further its green production.Climbing the green ladder is an important goal, but returning the industry's production to normal has become more urgent

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Green deals designed to more efficiently use natural resources and better control pollution have been high on the global agenda as they are perceived as solutions to the worsening economic crisis engulfing the world.Leading greenhouse gas emitters and emerging economies, in particular, are under big pressure to set their own agenda and lead the global green movement. To do so, they need to make a

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Wax work of physicist Sir Isaac Newton at London Madame TussaudsScientific research is among few sectors in Britain which have won support in facing off the recession, as the country attempts to remain a global leader in innovation and science.Unlike commercial businesses and manufacturing, research activities have not yet seen specific impacts brought about by the economic downturn.However, many

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Figures have shown that the number of people applying for undergraduate courses at UK universities this autumn has risen by 8% from last year’s level, but it is not yet clear what effect the economic crisis will have in the coming months.The sharp depreciation of pound has encouraged the influx of overseas students to Britain. The number of applicants from EU countries has risen by 12 percent

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As the recession bites harder in Britain, concerns are growing amongst the unemployed as to how they are going to pay their bills or find another job. There is rising anger directed towards the government and more recently top bankers.The public has complained that politicians' daily rhetoric is not solving Britain's economic problems. Many see government actions as only bailing out the banks

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Dominant, reserved and humble are among the most used words to describe Chinese men by their opposite sex in China. What impressions have male Chinese given to westerners? Dongying Wang asks people from other cultures to give their opinions and personal experiences of Chinese men.Is there anything Chinese men could do to improve their image as compared to their Western equal?In reply to this

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NUJ Stand Up for Journalism campaign logoFrom retail to manufacturing and from trade to investment, the economic crisis has taken its toll in Britain. Now, the impact has expanded to the media industry across the country, resulting in cutbacks and redundancies.However, rather than accepting the forced redundancies, journalists and their unions have come together to fight against the job cuts,

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In face of the first and worse recession since 1991, Britain has been urged to stand firm to fend off any further slump, and dig its economy out of the downturn with more powerful measures.Britain has officially fallen into recession after having undergone negative economic growth over the second half of 2008. The confirmation of recession in the country came on Friday as figures showed its GDP

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Aerial veiw of CNH, a world leading tractor maker in EnglandTogether with a tight credit market, falling market demand has given a damaging blow to British manufacturing, pushing the country's economy further to the edge of collapse.The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has warned that prospects for the next few months will become even more gloomy, as business orders continue to fall.The

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The worst case scenario for Britain not joining the euro would manifest itself if countries like India and China increase their foreign currency reserves in the euro, an economist and peer of the House of the Lords has warned.Euro membership has returned to British agenda. It comes on the 10th anniversary of the launch of the European single currency, which has been adopted by 16 of the 27

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In the face of rising unemployment, the British government has been urged to pressure banks to lend in order to stimulate business activities, following its second banking rescue plan announced on Monday."After this week's second bailout, the government must get banks lending again if the tide of rising unemployment is to be pushed back," said David Frost, director general of the British Chambers

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Despite claims by governments that the environment remains top of their agenda, they have often had to make a sacrifice as the economy becomes a greater priority.This is reflected by the recent decision by the British government, which gave the go-ahead to the controversial expansion of Heathrow airport in London, one of the busiest air hubs in the world.Heathrow's expansion has become even more

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Britain's recession is biting as hard as its unusually cold winter. The fall of banks, retailers, manufacturers and many other businesses have drawn much media attention with related figures and statistics reaching a saturation point.But the impact upon individuals has generally been ignored, and worsening unemployment has only been highlighted as evidence of the severity of the meltdown in the

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As part of efforts to offset the impact of the downturn, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown Monday launched a job rescue scheme, with an aim to offer jobs and training to 500,000 people over two years.Gordon’s plan has met mixed responses. “Wrong, Wrong, Wrong” opposition leader David Cameron commented on the 500-million-pound initiative. As unemployment soars day by day in Britain, much faster

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P. & G. factory on the Thames, southeast EnglandBritain's manufacturing has been battered severely in the downturn, and its sharp decline has made it a leading story in the media following similar stories of finance, property markets and retail.Over the past 300 years, manufacturing has built Britain into a world leading trader. How could falling manufacturing affect the British economy? And what

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Illuminated ads in London Picadilly Circus look towards 2012The global downturn has taken its toll on tourism and Britain has been no exception despite being the world's sixth top tourist destination.During August to October 2008, the number of visits to the UK by overseas residents decreased 4 percent to 7.8 million compared to the previous three months, according to the Office for National

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A strong British economy has in the past attracted many foreigners to settle in the UK with the hope for a better future. However, their expectations may have been dashed as the pound loses its value dramatically, brought about by the Wall Street financial crisis.A devaluating pound has triggered speculation that Britain may move closer to the euro, but many believe it is unlikely the country

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New Year's eve fireworks display in London

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Christmas lights on London's Regent StreetThe number “eight” usually means good fortune and luck in Chinese culture. But reflecting on the events of 2008, many people are doubting the good omen the number brings.China has experienced a turbulent year, from snow storms, floods, earthquakes, milk powder contamination to recent business collapses due to global economic downturn.The success of the

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Visa problems have prevented representatives of some of the world's poorest countries from attending the 12-day UN climate change conference, which is to be concluded on Friday in Poznan, Poland.This has compromised the global event’s role as a half-way stage for the formation of a new climate framework next year in Copenhagen to replace the outgoing Kyoto Protocol in 2012.It reflects badly on

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Facing global economic downturn and the urgency to deal with the climate crisis, many countries have realised that to become stronger in science and technology remains of key importance.The UK took a remarkable step recently to earmark £250 million ($US367 million) for training more scientists and engineers.The country's funding body for science and engineering, the Engineering and Physical

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World News Review today launched its Chinese version site by joining efforts with another English blogger tvnewswatch. The Chinese site will highlight news and information on the two English blogs which is not available but maybe of interest to readers in China. The joint initiative, titled Global News Watch (GNW) , is a further manifestation of news having no national boundaries. It aims not

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Solar taxi in BeijingIt's easy for anyone not attending the ongoing Poland UN Climate Change Conference to imagine the excitement of those watching Louis Palmer driving his solar-powered car to the venue. His arrival on Thursday marked the completion of the first global trip by this innovative mode of transport. Since July 2007, Palmer has driven the zero-emission car 52,000 km through 38

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China kicked off Monday a four-year scheme to subsidize the selling of household appliances to its massive rural market, as part of its effort to shore up domestic demand and ease the impact of global economic depression.The stimulus plan, called "electronic products go down to villagers", is targeting more than 200 million rural households, and expected to generate 920 billion yuan in sales (US

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China issued on Tuesday its first ever handbook to guide its NGOs on how to ally with the media in achieving their objectives.The 200-page guide, entitled "Media Handbook for Grassroots NGOs" is expected to give an impetus to the country's NGOs, and even its fledgling civil society.It is also a significant step indicating that media could play an increasing surveillance role in China's national

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Edward Bickham of Anglo American attributes China’s success to infrastructure and economic zones.China's growing engagement in Africa has intensified the global rivalry for the continent's markets and resources. Investors from the West have perceived increased competition, and have been forced to adjust their African strategies, which in turn has increased tension between China and the

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The highly globalized world is witnessing a spillover of the US financial crisis into Europe, Asia and elsewhere. The UK has been warned against a more severe and deeper economic downturn than expected; and Japan has also entered its first depression since 2001. Job-cutting news is making headlines across the media, and a rising number of businesses are at the risk of collapse, painting a bleak

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The 2008 US election has wrapped up, seeing Barak Obama elected as the 44th President of the United States, but its fascination and uniqueness are still lingering.The enduring attraction of the political campaign is partly due to the involvement of three women: New York Senator Hilary Clinton, Alaska Governor Sarah Palin and Illinois Senator Barak Obama's wife Michelle.Their engagement, which

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US president-elect Barack Obama made history, as he will be the first ever African American to lead the most powerful nation on this planet. Obama made his way towards the throne by defeating heavyweight politicians Hilary Clinton and John McCain.His victory marks a pivotal point in American history. Many people might also re-evaluate what they expect from the American Dream. As Madonna states in

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Facing climate change, companies have no choice "to be or not to be" involved, but acknowledge and act to lessen their environmental footprint.The majority of global companies are acting to reduce their emissions, says a 2008 report by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), a London-based independent organisation challenging the world's largest companies to measure and report their carbon emissions

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Zambians seek work at the NFC African Mining PLCIt was a scorching day in March 2008. Job seeker Glorence Kandeke, 24, waited anxiously outside a Chinese copper mining company in Chambishi, northern Zambia, in a slim hope of obtaining employment at the NFC African Mining PLC (NFCA). “I have been travelling about 45km everyday over the past three months for a possible job with the NFCA,” said

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Last Friday's signing of the US historical economic rescue package into law has failed to prevent global stock markets from diving much deeper beyond expectation.Those who have hoped to see a rise in stock markets this weak were shocked by the extent of the market plunge on Monday. The Dow Jones plummeted 569.8 to 9755.5, penetrating the psychologically important 10,000 mark for the first time

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Four big European nations have pledged to coordinate efforts for a new regional financial system with improved regulation, supervision and morality, in a response to the credit crunch crisis spreading from the US.The consensus came after a meeting of heads of state of France, the UK, Germany and Italy as well as senior officials from the European Commission, the European Central Bank and the

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The revised $700 billion bank bailout plan has been passed by the US House of Representatives by a vote of 263 against 171, in a hope to save the US economy from a collapse caused by the mortgage crisis.President George Bush said that the legislation was completed in a timely manner and will help prevent the crisis on the Wall Street from becoming a national disaster. World stock markets plunged

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UK opposition Conservative Party Leader David Cameron made on Tuesday an emergency call on British parties to "stick together" and find ways to handle the economic crisis.Cameron suggested placing the national priority at the moment to ensure a stable banking and financial system amid the deteriorating financial situation in the US following the overnight US rejection of a historical rescue

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Two US former Secretaries of States have urged the United States to play a leading role in involving other big emitters in efforts to tackle global warming.The comments were given during a recent television debate. "The Next President: A World of Challenges" came just few days prior to the first Presidential debate on September 26 between Republican Candidate John McCain and Democratic Candidate

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Is China being buried under the weight of environment concerns?1. From economic threat to environmental threatToday, when people talk about China, they often say, “this country will overtake the world” due to its fast economic growth. In fact, China has been described by much of the western media as an economic threat. Moreover, over the last few years, China has also been regarded as a threat to

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Chinese working at Chambishi Copper Smelter in Northern ZambiaRich natural resources and huge markets have turned Africa into a magnet for global investors. Which policies should the continent adopt in order to maintain its attractiveness as a lucrative investment spot whilst achieving sustainable development? Dongying Wang investigates.As globalization deepens and the interaction among economies

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British Prime Minister Tony Blair and US President George W. Bush defended the invasion of Iraq and justified the existing coalition forces in Iraq as necessary to help enable Iraqis to govern their own country.They also pledged firm support to Iraq's fight against terrorism and violence, in a joint conference at the White House Thursday.Both leaders called on the international community to

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China comes under the world's spotlight when its gigantic Three Gorges dam neared completion last week. The world's largest hydroelectric dam, which is more than five times the size of the Hoover Dam (Wikipedia), aims to tame the flood-prone Yangtze River, the nation's longest and the 3rd worldwide. It will be able to combat a super big flood occurring once in 100 years as of 2006 and will start

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