Chinese authorities approve Nokia-Microsoft deal

Chinese authorities approve Nokia-Microsoft deal

April 8, 2014 - 14:50 AMT  10:50 GMT
Nokia is contesting a legal case in Madras, where local authorities want it to pay sales tax on the export of Chennai-made devices.
Int’l Congress on Armenian Genocide to be held in Argentina

Int’l Congress on Armenian Genocide to be held in Argentina

April 8, 2014 - 14:42 AMT  10:42 GMT
The Congress will also feature prominent historians like Richard Hovannisian, Mehmet Polatel, David Gaunt and Claire Mouradian.
PACE members condemn Kessab attacks as Turkey denies involvement

PACE members condemn Kessab attacks as Turkey denies involvement

April 8, 2014 - 14:31 AMT  10:31 GMT
“We strongly urge the Turkish authorities to take measures to prevent further use of its territory by extremist groups,” the statement said.
Adobe announces Lightroom for iPad

Adobe announces Lightroom for iPad

April 8, 2014 - 13:57 AMT  09:57 GMT
“We’ve unlocked professional-class photographic workflows from the confines of the desktop,” said Winston Hendrickson.
Iran, six world powers begin new round of talks in Vienna

Iran, six world powers begin new round of talks in Vienna

April 8, 2014 - 13:16 AMT  09:16 GMT
The negotiations can be extended by another half-year if both sides agree to do so, and negotiate the content an extension deal.
Samsung forecasts drop in profit for second quarter in row

Samsung forecasts drop in profit for second quarter in row

April 8, 2014 - 12:40 AMT  08:40 GMT
The success of Samsung's Galaxy range of smartphones has been one of the biggest drivers of its growth in recent years.
EU highest court rules data retention directive invalid

EU highest court rules data retention directive invalid

April 8, 2014 - 12:25 AMT  08:25 GMT
“It entails a wide-ranging and particularly serious interference with the fundamental rights to respect for private life,” the court said.
Films Boutique picks up “Aurora”, “Two Step” high-profile titles

Films Boutique picks up “Aurora”, “Two Step” high-profile titles

April 8, 2014 - 12:11 AMT  08:11 GMT
“Aurora” is Chile’s latest serial prize-winner, and “Two Step” is the acclaimed Texas-set debut of scribe-helmer Alex R. Johnson.
“Land Ho!” Icelandic road trip comedy gets release date

“Land Ho!” Icelandic road trip comedy gets release date

April 8, 2014 - 11:56 AMT  07:56 GMT
The film follows a pair of retirees who set off to Iceland in an attempt to reclaim their youth through nightclubs, trendy spas, and rugged campsites.
Al Qaeda-inspired group leader killed in Libya, official says

Al Qaeda-inspired group leader killed in Libya, official says

April 8, 2014 - 11:45 AMT  07:45 GMT
The official said the body of Ali bin Taher, who ran the Islamic State Army, was found on a farm near the Islamist stronghold of Derna.
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