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Malaysia

Malaysian ex-PM Najib due to go on trial over 1MDB-linked graft

The trial relates to suspected transfers totalling 42 million ringgit ($10.3 million) into Najib's bank account

World News

Amelie de Montchalin named new French European affairs minister

Amelie de Montchalin named new French European affairs minister

Smart Regions

Sweden's One Stop Future Shop roaring success

In partnership with the European Commission

We visit the Biskopsgarden district of the Gothenburg municipality, Sweden. The 'One Stop Future Shop’ is a programme that has been empowering people on the peripheries of the labour market, such as immigrants, to start up their own personal entrepreneurial projects.

Green News

A private members club fosters positive social change

Thought leadership and entrepreneurship are the lifeblood of The Conduit.

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Why Cannes is a magnet for the world’s real estate industry

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Cannes, the playground of the rich and famous on the French Riviera, is not just known for its annual film festival. It’s also a magnet for the world’s real estate industry.

Germany

Wealthy German family to donate €10 million after Nazi era discovery

The Reimann family — worth a reported €33 billion — said they were "all ashamed and turned as white as the wall" upon hearing the extent of their ancestors' support to the Nazi regime.

Business

Britain's financial sector has gloomiest outlook since 2008 crisis - survey

Britain's financial sector has gloomiest outlook since 2008 crisis - survey

Angola

Doing business in Angola: updated rules and less red tape

In partnership with aipex

This episode of Business Angola takes a look how international firms are expanding in the country thanks to updated regulation and less red tape.

Business

Monsanto found responsible for cancer case by US court

Damages will be decided in the next phase of the trial.

World

Jordanian start-ups showcased in London

Jordan is on a journey to reform its economy. Counting on a fresh generation of young entrepreneurs to help fuel its future, the country is hungry to boost productivity and growth, plus create more jobs.

World

UK no-deal tariffs could have a 'detrimental effect' on Irish farming

The British government has laid out a plan for tariffs in the case of a no-deal Brexit.

Finland

Entrepreneurs pitch start-up project in Finland's glacial waters

Aspiring entrepreneurs pitch start-up project in Finland's glacial waters

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Shopping centre looted amid Venezuela blackout

A shopping centre in the Venezuelan city of Maracaibo was looted on Monday (March 11) night as parts of Venezuela continue to be affected by a blackout.

United Kingdom

UK’s zero-tariff plan to limit damage from no-deal Brexit

The UK says 87% of imports would not face a tax if it leaves the EU without a deal. But cars and meat imports from the EU would likely cost more.

Business

EU adds UAE, Bermuda to expanded tax haven blacklist

EU adds UAE, Bermuda to expanded tax haven blacklist

Sport

Conor McGregor arrested in Florida for breaking fan's phone

McGregor, 30, was booked into the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center in Miami on suspicion of robbery and criminal mischief, according to an arrest affidavit filed in connection with the incident.

Business

Ethiopia crash: Boeing 737 MAX back under the spotlight

Ethiopia crash: Boeing 737 MAX back in spotlight after second fatal accident

World News

Airbnb keeps local communities at core of expansion plans

The American home-sharing platform Airbnb strives to be the next "travel super brand" but local communities and "authentic experiences" remain at the core of its expansion plan.

Markets

European shares pull back ahead of ECB meeting

European shares pull back ahead of ECB meeting

Sport

Rights groups criticise Formula One over Bahrain stance

Rights groups criticise Formula One over Bahrain stance