Coal’s grip on Asia strengthens as early phaseout bids stall

Coal’s grip on Asia strengthens as early phaseout bids stall

[ad_1] [JAKARTA] Coal’s future in Asia is looking brighter, as the top-consuming region’s efforts to shift to cleaner energy suffer a series of setbacks. Indonesia has cancelled a flagship project that was the poster child for shuttering coal plants early. India is considering expanding its fleet until mid-century instead of through 2035. And China’s on…

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‘Sentimental Value’ Co-Producers To Be Honored With Eurimages International Co-Production Award

‘Sentimental Value’ Co-Producers To Be Honored With Eurimages International Co-Production Award

[ad_1] Maren Ade, Jonas Dornbach, and Janine Jackowski, co-heads of Germany’s Komplizen Film, will be feted with the Eurimages International Co-Production Award at the European Film Awards in January. The award is presented by the European Film Academy in co-operation with Eurimages, the cultural support fund of the Council of Europe, and acknowledges the role…

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Airbus CEO concedes likely defeat to Boeing in order race this year

Airbus CEO concedes likely defeat to Boeing in order race this year

[ad_1] The planemaker remains ahead of its US rival in deliveries and the pipeline of outstanding orders [PARIS] Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury conceded likely defeat in the annual order race against Boeing on Wednesday (Dec 10), saying it was possible Boeing would win for the first time in six years, helped by settlements over US…

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Mapped: Russia and China’s militaries move on US ally’s doorstep

Mapped: Russia and China’s militaries move on US ally’s doorstep

[ad_1] A Newsweek map shows Russia and China deployed air and naval units—including bombers and an aircraft carrier—for a joint patrol and training near Japan on Tuesday. The Russian Defense Ministry said the joint air patrol was not directed against third countries, while the Chinese military said the aerial maneuver demonstrated their ability to address…

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Japan Sweetens Film Incentive Program With Multi-Year Subsidies

Japan Sweetens Film Incentive Program With Multi-Year Subsidies

[ad_1] Japan is continuing with its incentive program for overseas projects, which has supported the likes of The Smashing Machine, and is enhancing the offer for 2026. The Visual Industry Promotion Organization (VIPO) and the Japan Film Commission have announced the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) will update the scheme, including the introduction…

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Singapore stocks close flat ahead of Fed interest rate decision

Singapore stocks close flat ahead of Fed interest rate decision

[ad_1] [SINGAPORE] Singapore stocks ended lower on Wednesday (Dec 10), ahead of a policy decision by the US Federal Reserve. The benchmark Straits Times Index (STI) was flat, shedding 1.34 points to close at 4,511.90. The iEdge Singapore Next 50 Index lost 0.1 per cent or 1.56 points, ending the day at 1,435.02. The three…

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12,000 Marriott suppliers in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia to get same-day invoice financing by OCBC

12,000 Marriott suppliers in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia to get same-day invoice financing by OCBC

[ad_1] The partnership gives the hospitality group’s SME suppliers quick and seamless access to capital, and enables them to be more sustainable [SINGAPORE] OCBC and Marriott International have formed a strategic partnership that will enable the hospitality group’s small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) suppliers in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia to enjoy same-day invoice financing. Suppliers…

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Winter storm warning as 20 inches of snow to hit: “Avalanche danger”

Winter storm warning as 20 inches of snow to hit: “Avalanche danger”

[ad_1] Multiple states across the U.S. have been issued winter storm warnings, which forecast that up to 20 inches of snow could blast certain areas, from Wednesday through Thursday and Friday, and in some areas, even into Saturday, sparking increased “avalanche danger” warnings, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).  What To Know Residents and…

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