Shell puts last Australian refinery on market
Global energy giant Shell announced Thursday it was selling its last remaining Australian refinery to focus on more sizeable assets abroad, a move that threatens 470 jobs.
04 April 2013 11:33
GM, Ford, Chrysler post best US sales since 2007
General Motors, Ford and Chrysler reported their best US sales performances since 2007 on Tuesday amid booming overall auto demand following the US industry's near-collapse five years ago.
Cypriot solidarity concert as financial crisis bites
Tens of thousands of people on Monday attended a charity concert in the Cypriot capital Nicosia to raise funds and collect food for people suffering the fallout of a severe financial crisis.
02 April 2013 14:04
Apple apologises after China outrage
Apple chief executive Tim Cook has apologised to Chinese consumers after the US technology giant was subjected to a barrage of criticism in state-run media over alleged "arrogance" and double standards.
02 April 2013 11:07
Venezuela move seen as currency devaluation
A Venezuelan government foreign currency auction for local importers has triggered a de facto currency devaluation, the second in less than 50 days.