There was a long-term process in which the rich looked for reasonably high rates of return and began to invest in a whole series of Ponzi schemes – but without Bernard Madoff at the top. In the property market, stock market, art market and derivatives markets, the more people that invest...
But it rapidly improved, and for once, everyone was ready; we set off for Grand Teton National Park around 7:30, planning to hike and bike and capture the great State of Wyoming. The parking area at our chosen hike was already full, but not to be dissuaded, we parked on the ...
The Spring Equinox is a very important solar term for agriculture. It is a key period for spring sowing. At this time, the temperature rises rapidly, and the amount of precipitation increases, which is very beneficial to the growth of crops. The question requires introducing a solar term in...
could be achieved for new applications and another 2 months’ saving is possible when the long-term measures are put in place. legco.gov.hk 當臨時牌照制 度推行後 , 預計可縮短處理一般 戲院牌照申請時間達 4 至 5 個 月,而當 實施長遠 的措施後 , 更 可再省卻 2 個 月的審 批...
He served as President since 1 Sep 1999 and his present second term ends on 31 Aug 2011. According to Wikipedia, and as we know it, “the President of the Republic of Singapore is Singapore’s head of state. In a Westminster parliamentary system, which Singapore governs itself as, the Pr...
Clinton's legacy, his appointments of Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen Breyer may win a spot near the top of his achievement list.Without doubt, the Clinton appointees are acting as the brake on a court that was moving rapidly toward cultural conservatism and limits on individual rights...
Whether you’re a tech start-up expanding into another country for the first time, an established multinational or a private equity firm preparing to acquire part of another company, you need to know your options for employing workers across borders. The
Technology, a term that once signified tools and techniques, has evolved into an omnipresent force driving nearly every aspect of modern life. From the smartphones in our pockets to the vast networks that connect our world, technology has become an integral part of our daily existence. Its rapi...
AIA Vitality is Asia’s first and only comprehensive science-backed health programme. It provides members with the knowledge, tools and motivation to bring about long-term positive behavioural changes to lead a healthier life. AIA Vitality members are incentivised to actively engage in health and ...
In the long term, human economic and personal insecurity and climate change will increase the flow of migrants and refugees from points known but also unknown. Now that the U.S. fertility rate has dropped to 1.76, well below the replacement rate, America’s challenge—if it wants to remain...