China led Asian bank gains support from allies
Governments sign a pact to form the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank with Beijing holding about 26 percent voting shares at launch, followed by India 7.5 percent and Russia 5.9 percent. The plan drew backing from Britain, New Zealand, France, Australia and South Korea despite U.S. opposition.
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WikiLeaks alleges NSA spied on French officials and bids
WikiLeaks claims NSA intercepts from 2004 to 2012 targeted two French finance ministers and three other senior officials and monitored export bids over 200 million dollars in sectors from oil and gas to telecommunications. France and the United States did not immediately respond to the reports published in Mediapart and Liberation.
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Outdoor dining tips for al fresco restaurants
Dining outdoors works best with overhead coverage and sheltered seating. Verify pet friendly status before choosing a spot and never leave a dog unattended in a hot car. Expect insects and ensure a dedicated outdoor waitstaff to avoid delays.
Incomes Rise for Bottom 99 Percent Amid Slower Inequality Worsening
Data compiled by Emmanuel Saez shows the bottom 99 percent saw a 3.3 percent income rise to $47,213 in 2014, the largest gain in 15 years, helped by 3.1 million new jobs and unemployment dropping to 5.6 percent. Yet inequality grew as the top 1 percent earned 10.8 percent more to $1.3 million, capturing 21.2 percent of all income.
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