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Cafe doesn't just deal with small potatoes

[2015-04-27 07:57]

Liu Yongjie has big plans for his chain of cafes after using crowd funding to turn his dream into a reality. The 22-year-old college student launched his new venture in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, in August 2014, and has since earmarked outlets next to universities in a rapid expansion program.

'Auntie Beer' taps foreigners' demand

[2015-04-27 07:57]

Haifu convenience store in western Shanghai has a collection of 200 foreign beers, mostly from Belgium, Germany and the United States.

Shake up market by changing the game

[2015-04-27 07:57]

From Alibaba to Zidisha, Ashmei to Zilok, Azuri and Zipcars, new generation of businesses are rising out of the maelstrom of economic and technological change across our world. These are just a few of the companies shaking up our world.

China opens floodgates

[2015-04-27 07:57]

With a greater emphasis on conserving water, the nation is looking to foreign firms with innovative environmental solutions

A powerful connection for Britain

[2015-04-27 07:57]

A research center led by a pair of British universities is looking to connect China's nuclear technology with United Kingdom firms to create what they say will be safe, efficient and cost-effective power plants.

Taking flight

[2015-04-25 07:32]

Few Chinese tourists visit Northeast China in spring, many consider the area too cold and dull before June. That leaves many places in the region, especially those in Liaoning and Jilin provinces, with low prices and few crowds, perfect for travelers who want to explore something different.

Windy Chicago beckons with its spring blossoms and sun

[2015-04-25 07:32]

Ask any Midwesterner, and they will tell you to hurriedly pack your bags - the season to visit Chicago is nigh.

City of wonder

[2015-04-25 07:32]

It was 5:30 am and pitch black, except for the small circles of light that danced along the floor. From the darkness came a cacophony of excited chatter. "Shhh," I heard someone say. And then it started.

What to know

[2015-04-25 07:32]

Money: The riel is the official currency of Cambodia, but US dollars are more commonly used by businesses, even in the markets. Riel is generally used for only small purchases. ATMs accept most bankcards, including Union Pay. Check your change, though, as stores and restaurants will not accept notes that are even slightly ripped, nor can you use $2 notes.

Look at the tuk-tuks

[2015-04-25 07:32]

For a tuk-tuk driver in Siem Reap, it's important to stand out. Competition can be fierce, particularly in the central Old Market area, where they line the streets day and night touting for business.

At a glance

[2015-04-25 07:32]

The small circuit: Sunrise at Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom South Gate, Baylon, Baopuon, Royal Palace, Elephants Terrace, Leper King Terrace, Thommanon, Spean Thma, Ta Keo, Ta Prohm and Banteay Kdei.

Duties on rare earth exports to be ended

[2015-04-24 07:44]

Move expected to stimulate shipments of minerals crucial to the technology sector

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