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NEWS: eShop Downloadable Title Gets Demo in Japan

February 3, 2012
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Upcoming eShop RPG gets demo today in Japan. Denpa Ningen no RPG marks the first eShop downloadable title to receive a demo on the Nintendo 3DS. While the Wii saw demos for downloadable titles, up to this point Nintendo has only released demos for retail titles on their 3DS online shop. The title, which...

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Summary Box: China sets $2.5B small business fund

February 3, 2012
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THE NEWS: China unveiled a $2.5 billion fund to finance new small businesses and promised tax breaks and more lending for entrepreneurs in a move to help its struggling private sector. (read the story …) Related items China announces $2.5B fund for small businesses UAE to invest $76 b in energy sector over next...

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Summary Box: Iran aims to curb oil dependence

February 3, 2012
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THE NEWS: Iran has cut government spending and aims to reduce its dependence on oil revenue as the West cranks up sanctions that could cut into the country's oil exports.THE DETAILS: The budget presented … (read the story …) Related items Hong Kong charity to make 340 million US dollars from Facebook IPO NEWS:...

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MT COLUMNS NEWS/COMMENTARIES Malaysia to install banknote scanners to stem cash outflow

February 3, 2012
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(THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) – High-tech scanners capable of detecting bank notes in luggage are to be installed at all entry and exit points in the country to curb the illegal outflow of money that has amounted to billions of ringgit. (read the story …) Related items Malaysia aims for alternate refugee-swapping deals 3,000...

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Malaysia loses $372 million a year to illegal deforestation

February 3, 2012
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SUBANG JAYA (THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) – Malaysia is believed to have lost between RM800mil and RM900mil a year to illegal logging, said Transparency International-Malaysia (TI-M) president Datuk Paul Low. Related Stories Mentally-ill granny kills child then tries to commit suicide Perkasa regrets giving out white packets during CNY Indonesia nets $17.9 million worth...

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NEWS SCAN: Anthrax scare in Pakistan, adenovirus vaccination in military, TB vaccine support

February 3, 2012
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Bacillus anthracis sent to Pakistan's prime minister Pakistani officials are investigating a parcel containing Bacillus anthracis , the cause of anthrax, that was mailed to the prime minister's residence, Agence France-Press (AFP) said today. (read the story …) Related items Israel news boss' wife sends Gingrich $5M for Florida fight Hong Kong charity to...

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Singapore Shares End Higher; Volume Surges As Penny Stocks Rally

January 31, 2012
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Singapore shares closed higher Tuesday, tracking gains for most regional markets as investors' confidence was bolstered by some encouraging news from Europe. (read the story …) Related items Singapore shares end flat Singapore Shares End Flat; STI Pares Gains Late In Session France to resume Afghan training Singapore Shares End Higher; Lunar New Year...

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Malaysia-Market factors to watch Jan 31

January 31, 2012
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Following is a list of events in Malaysia as well as news stories and press reports which mayinfluence financial markets. Reuters News welcomes your feedback and for any queries, pleasecontact the Kuala … (read the story …) Related items Malaysia-Market factors to watch Jan 30 Malaysia-Market factors to watch Jan 27 Malaysia-Market factors to...

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Iran: Nuclear inspectors can extend their visit

January 31, 2012
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Iran's official news agency reports that the country's foreign minister has said that inspectors from the U.N.'s nuclear watchdog can extend an ongoing visit to the Islamic Republic. (read more…) Related items Saudi king surgery ‘successful’ Saudi king to undergo 3rd back surgery in a year Anwar receives flak over pro-Israel remarks Car thieves...

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