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An acquired taste? McDonald’s China offers burger featuring Spam and crushed Oreos
Just when we thought we couldn't possibly be shocked by yet another bizarre fast food chain restaurant offering -- remember...
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Minister: Egypt to continue strong growth over next two years
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Thu, 2020-12-10 18:32
CAIRO: Egypt’s economy is forecast to continue its positive growth over the next two fiscal years, Egyptian Minister...
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China’s luxury market boomed this year, even as global sales shrank
China's luxury market has proved "unstoppable" this year even as the coronavirus pandemic hammered global demand for expensive goods.
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Time is running out for Brexit trade deal, UK minister says
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Mon, 2020-11-30 07:42
LONDON: Britain and the European Union are running out of time to clinch a Brexit trade deal but if good progress is...
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Brexit talks resume in London as clock ticks down
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Sun, 2020-11-29 00:22
LONDON: EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier resumed make-or-break Brexit talks with British counterpart David Frost in London on Saturday with the clock ticking...
Fishing rights top Brexit talks agenda
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Mon, 2020-11-30 01:07
LONDON: Last-ditch Brexit trade talks continued in London on Sunday with fishing rights remaining an “outstanding major bone of contention,” according to British...