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Windows 8 Release Preview: A Review

Microsoft has just unveiled its Windows 8 release preview and most of the reviews regarding this OS has been mostly positive. The released version is just the test version before it will go to the hardware partners of Microsoft. Steven Sinofsky, the president for Windows stated that the new OS would be launched "for the holidays".
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Halo 4 News: Halo 4 Trailer and Multiplayer Preview

Microsoft recently gave a preview of the upcoming Halo 4 during the Microsoft press E3 conference in Los Angeles. Halo 4 is considered as one of the best games released in the past years due to the way it has involved players as well as for its gaming features.

China’s Economy… Where All is Not As It Seems

We left you last week with the thought that the market looked very sick indeed. A crash, we said, wouldn't come as a surprise. Well Friday's action in the US wasn't quite a crash, but it wasn't far off either. And gold's reverse crash - up nearly US$80 in the US session - added to the fear.

Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference 2012: What to Expect

Apple fans all over the world are eagerly anticipating the Apple event and the new Apple gadgets that will be introduced by the company. Apple will be holding its Worldwide Developers Conference (WDC 2012) by next week from June 11-15, 2012 in San Francisco.

The Overnight Report: Bernanke Disappoints, China Surprises

By Rudi Filapek-VandyckUS equities opened last night's session on a positive note, supported by ongoing optimism that Uncle Ben was once again going to save Wall Street's bacon, but this time it emerged Helicopter Ben wasn't yet ready to play ball.

Australian Stock Market Report – Midday 6/7/2012

The Australian share market has hit a six day high in early trade, on the back of better than expected jobs numbers. 38,900 jobs were created in the Australian economy in May, versus expectations of slight job losses. However the April numbers were revised, ticking the May unemployment rate from 4.9pct to 5.1pct. At lunchtime in the East, the All Ordinaries Index (XAO) is firmer by 60pts or 1.5pct to 4164.7.

New Apple Macbook Pro 2012: Rumored Specifications Surface

There are numerous rumors circulating around the web about the possibility of a new and revamped Apple Macbook Pro. The exact specifications and details about the new Macbook Pro is set to be revealed at next week's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC).

Housing Boom in Lima Continues

Peru’s housing market has been sizzling hot the past two years, making a strong comeback in 2010. Not surprisingly, as there was 8.8% GDP growth in 2010, followed by 6.9% economic growth in 2011 (figures from Central Reserve Bank of Peru (BCRP)).

Starbucks Opens Chain of Raw Vegan Juice Bars

Starbucks, the coffee shop renowned for its seemingly limitless coffee varieties, is opening a new chain of juice bars in response to the growing health trend towards unprocessed and whole foods.

David Jones, Myer Attempt Sales Recovery With Up to 60% Discounts

Although both Australian retailers David Jones and Myer registered sales slump in the last quarter, the two are bent on recovering lost ground by offering hefty discounts for their mid-season clearance sale which begin Wednesday or a day ahead of the sale opening by department stores.

Dreaded “O” Word Hits QR National

Outsourcing - the boon of Asian workers and the bane of western employees - is about to hit an Australian rail operator. Reports said that QR National will shed 500 jobs mostly in Queensland as it transitions from a state-owned company to a listed firm.

Qantas Forecasts Profit Nosedive

The newly appointed chief executive of Qantas's international operations has a lot of work cut out for him following the warning of by Qantas Chief Executive Alan Joyce of an expected net loss of $330 million for the financial year that ends this June.

Australian Stock Market Report – Midday 6/6/2012

The Australian share market is trading relatively flat in the early session, with the main indices see-sawing between positive and negative territory. Stronger than expected GDP numbers saw the All Ordinaries Index (XAO) hit a high of 4112 points just after 11.30am AEST, but at midday in the East the market has pulled back a little. The XAO currently firmer by 8pts to 4100.4.

Russell Calls New Primary Bear Trend For US Equities

By Rudi Filapek-VandyckAs far as market indicators are concerned, they usually don't come with a long and colourful history like the Dow Theory which finds its origin in the editorials written by Charles H.

Australian Stock Market Report – Midday 6/5/2012

The Australian share market has rebounded from yesterday's two percent drop and is posting solid gains ahead of this afternoon's interest rate decision. At lunchtime in the East, the All Ordinaries Index (XAO) is firmer by 49.4pts or 1.2pct to 4082.8, after hitting a high of 4095 points.

Even Royalty Watches TV! Queen Elizabeth Grants Royal Warranty to Samsung

It's one of these days where royalty appears to be almost human as possible. It has been reported that Queen Elizabeth has granted a "royal warranty" to AV/TV manufacturer, Samsung Electromics for its TV and AV services to the royal family. This also means that Queen Elizabeth is watching TV in her private time (gasp!).

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