Section: Africa&ME
Halal chocolate takes off amid surging demand
Muslim countries are turning into fast-growing markets for chocolate, and one Asian country is betting more people around the world are going to want candy and goodies that comply with the religion’s strict food laws.Malaysia doesn’t grow much cocoa, but it has become the continent’s No 2 processor by grinding beans imported...
Crimea Hosts German Delegation From Heidelberg to Develop Partnership
SIMFEROPOL (Sputnik) – Crimean Deputy Prime Minister Georgy Muradov has already received the delegation and told the German representatives about the republic’s history, climate and culture. “The delegation’s visit is aimed at elaborating further plans on developing the partnership between Crimea and Heidelberg, studying the life on...
‘Germany big target of cyber espionage and attacks‘
* Industrial espionage costs billions of euros each year * Russia, China and Iran said to be main states spying * Turkish espionage up sharply Germany is a big target of spying and cyber attacks by foreign governments such as Turkey, Russia and China, a government report said on Tuesday, warning of ‘ticking time bombs’ that could sabotage...
G20 Summit: Kremlin says Putin, Trump to meet Friday in Hamburg
The much-hyped maiden encounter between the two leaders comes as Trump's camp is under intense scrutiny. Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to hold a first meeting with US leader Donald Trump on Friday on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Hamburg, the Kremlin said Tuesday.”It has been agreed for July 7,” top Kremlin aide...
MENA, North Africa may became favoured industrial FDI destinations
Renaissance Capital, the leading emerging market investment bank, expected in its report issued on 29 June that the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to become more attractive to foreign direct investments (FDI) in the coming years, supported by cheaper rates and better human capital. The report noted that North Africa, Turkey, and...
Hague court greenlights Ukrainian case against Russia
The Permanent Court of Arbitration in the Hague has said it has jurisdiction to hear the case of a Ukrainian company seeking to recover damages for property lost when Russia annexed Crimea. …read more Source:...
Kremlin says Putin, Trump to meet Friday in Hamburg: news agencies
US President Donald Trump (left) and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to meet on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Hamburg © AFP/File / DON EMMERT, Natalia KOLESNIKOVAMoscow, Russian Federation, Jul 4 – Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to hold a first meeting with US leader Donald Trump on Friday on the sidelines of the G20 summit...
Marion Bartoli: Dying at Wimbledon would have been acceptable
The 32-year-old who beat Germany's Sabine Lisicki to win the 2013 Wimbledon title, retired later that year. Marion Bartoli has battled back from ill health to be fighting fit for her role commentating at Wimbledon but the former French tennis star admitted on Monday she feared she would die.The 32-year-old who beat Germany’s Sabine...
Illusion Art: 6 mind blowing paintings that will make you look twice
Even though they are merely paintings, the trick they play on your sight will actually have you questioning reality. Art is not only beautiful but has the ability to inspire and dazzle anyone.Although not all artworks do this well, a good number of artworks hasn’t only inspired us but has also played a good role in tricking us to believe...
No ‘specific agenda,’ but Trump, Putin have lots to discuss
‘Irritants’ like Syrian war, Crimea annexation, sanctions, alleged interference in US election could complicate talks …read more Source: The Times of...
