China overtakes Germany as world’s biggest exporter

Sunday, January 10, 2010 Chinese officials have said that their country’s exports surged last December to edge out Germany as the world’s biggest exporter. The official Xinhua news agency reported today that figures from the General Administration for Customs showed that exports jumped 17.7% in December from a year earlier. …

Thousands of Australian workers set to rally against IR reform

Tuesday, November 15, 2005 Police and union leaders across the country expect big crowds during today’s National Community Day of protest against the Federal Government’s WorkChoices proposed changes to industrial relations laws. The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) predicts hundreds of thousands of people will demonstrate in Sydney and …

Riots in Greece enter fourth night

Wednesday, December 10, 2008 The riots in Greece that started on December 6 have entered their fourth night. These are the worst riots the Hellenic Republic has witnessed in decades. The riots were triggered when Alexandros Grigoropoulos, a 15-year-old student, was shot and killed by police. The police claim that …

What Must Be Considered When Hiring An Electrician Phoenix

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Final bidder submits SGD5.5 billion plan for Singapore casino

Wednesday, November 1, 2006 The third and last bidder for Singapore’s Sentosa Integrated Resort (IR) project, Eighth Wonder, submitted its development plan yesterday: a SGD 5.5 billion(USD 3.52 billion) eco-friendly casino known as “Harry’s Island”. Harry’s Island will boast 10 luxury, family-oriented hotels, a tree house with family suites, and …

Brazil spots unknown tribe of indigenous people in Amazon jungle

Wednesday, June 22, 2011 Brazil has located an isolated group of indigenous, uncontacted people in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest, the Brazilian National Foundation of Indians (FUNAI) announced today. FUNAI, a state agency, uses aerial expeditions to avoid impacting uncontacted people and invading their land. The agency’s policy is to avoid …

Australian government provides $15.8 million for North Adelaide Technical College

Tuesday, June 27, 2006 Australian Minister for Vocational Education and Training, Gary Hardgrave has announced the government will provide AU$15.8 million to establish an Australian Technical College in North Adelaide. The minister said the government was entering into a partnership with the Archdiocese of Adelaide and consortium of industrial and …

Accessing Your Self Managed Superannuation Early

Click Here For More Specific Information On: Smsf Specialists Canberra Though you may have spent years investing in your retirement, things may arise that cause you to consider accessing the funds stashed in your self managed superannuation. In doing so, there are several things to consider, as penalties can significantly …