Nigeria | Boko Haram pledges allegiance to Islamic State

Nigeria’s homegrown Boko Haram group, newly weakened by a multinational force that has dislodged it from a score of northeastern towns, reportedly pledged formal allegiance to the Islamic State group. The pledge

Iraq |IS militants destroy another UNESCO heritage site

Islamic State militants continued their campaign targeting cultural heritage sites in territories they control in northern Iraq, looting and damaging the ancient city of Hatra just one day after bulldozing the

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY | African women enjoy rights, privileges but obstacles remain

The 21st century has unleashed new opportunities for African women, thanks to the implementation of affirmative action policies and legislation to narrow the gender gap in socioeconomic spheres. Political leaders and

This Day in History: 1973 Northern Ireland votes for union

The turn out was reported to be 59% of the 1,030,084 electorate, although less then 1% of Catholics voted. The Unionist victory has been welcomed by Brian Faulkner, leader of

Offbeat | Rooms going fast at Hungary’s village for rent

Pajer said Thursday that tourists are coming from as far away as Australia, South Africa, Sweden and the U.S. and the village “is booked solid in August and most of

‘Macau Kid’ extends winning record by KO

The 24 year-old “Macau Kid” rose to 7-0 with 3KOs in his super welterweight six-rounder, increasing his KO rate to 42.86 percent. “I feel great to win, but also feel I

Undercards deliver a quick show | Hong Kong boxer shoots for next world title in July

The next boxing world title attempt by a local favorite has been scheduled for July 18 at the Cotai Arena. Hong Kong’s “The Wonder Kid” Rex Tso will be challenging

Zou loses to Amnat in IBF flyweight title challenge

  When the announcer declared victory for the defending champion, Zou Shiming still carried his Chinese flag and waved to the home audience. The flag-bearer for Chinese boxing lost his first title

Rear Window: New normal

Who would anticipate that tourism itself might actually occupy the central stage in the run-up to the March meetings of the NPC and the CPPCC in the capital-city, Beijing? Nobody…unless

Ask the Vet | Symptoms of Canine Heart Murmur

Symptoms of a Heart Murmur in Dogs - The dog’s heartbeat seems irregular - A hacking cough that does not seem to go away. - Breathing that seems laboured (excessive panting) even while

Christie accepts USD225m to end Exxon Mobil litigation

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s administration agreed to accept USD225 million from Exxon Mobil Corp. to end litigation over decades- old pollution, a settlement that Democratic lawmakers and environmental groups called

Thirteen pro-tips for visiting Las Vegas

What makes a city a great place to have your convention on high-yield bonds or consumer electronics? The easy answer for respectable business folk is: plenty of places to eat

Monday, March 9, 2015 – edition no. 2265

* Zou loses to Amnat in IBF flyweight title challenge * Chief prison officer arrested for taking bribes * Patriotic education under the spotlight * Arica: gender equality is no longer a mirage   DOWNLOAD

The Buzz: 3 former directors of Spanish club Osasuna arrested

The regional court of northern Navarra says a former president of Spanish soccer club Osasuna and two other ex-board members have been arrested. The court says Miguel Archanco, Txuma Peralta

World briefs

CHINA  Jackie Chan might still be popular in China, but nowadays the pro-Beijing actor is as well-known as fodder for jokes as he is for his gritty martial arts and

Paradise Entertainment shares join Hang Seng

“This important recognition from Hang Seng is a vote of confidence for the company’s health and growth, and highlights our expanding presence in the Asia-Pacific gaming marketplace as players embrace

Asian casinos woo Chinese as corruption drive hits Macau

At the oceanfront Ramada Plaza hotel on South Korea’s Jeju island, about a hundred Chinese gamblers huddle around felt-topped tables, wagering as much as 5 million won (USD4,500) at baccarat.

Li Keqiang supports ‘one country, two systems’ principle

Delivering a speech at the opening ceremony of the annual National People’s Congress meeting, Li Keqiang stressed that the “one country, two systems” policy should continue governing both SARs. He

Rental rates stabilizing due to fall in gaming revenue

According to JML Property, the first quarter of this year saw a slowdown in rental rates, which was largely attributable to the city’s decreasing demand for rental property, as some

BRIEFS: EPM launches Open Day

The Portuguese School of Macau (EPM) will be holding an Open Day tomorrow addressing its current student community, prospective students and the public in general, said vice-principal Zélia Mieiro.  The

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