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Microsoft will make three versions of its next-generation operating system available to the public, with Windows RT getting touch-optimised Office apps pre-installed.

Microsoft announced three editions of its upcoming operating system, Windows 8.

Marks and Spencer has reported a drop in its UK like-for-like sales by 0.7 percent for the 13 weeks ended in March, but reported a growth in food sales by 1 percent. Analysts forecasted a rise of 0.4 - 1.6 percent.

Raincoat maker sees 18 percent pop in second half sales; investors book profits

Of late, the Chinese government is encouraging domestic film makers to forge ventures with foreign players by promising market access and a bigger share of ticket sales.

Pair believed to be part of human trafficking ring that sends women to Asia to be forced into prostitution.

Burberry Group says it remains focused on implementing its proven core strategies to attain long-term growth while continuing in the demanding macro environment. The group is scheduled to release its trading update for the six months ended March 31, 2012 on Tuesday.

British businessman poisoned with cyanide after threatening to reveal illegal offshore transactions by wife of Bo Xilai

Restrictive rules are stopping freedom, while activist Ai Weiwei claims government computers have one button; delete.

Chinese manufacturer Meizu has launched a phone with the quad-core processor from Samsung which is expected to power the Galaxy S3.

Asia's Karakoram glaciers have grown thicker despite rising temperatures during the past decade defying the global trend of depletion of glaciers and ice caps due to adverse climate change.

Sharp has confirmed it has begun mass production of its IGZO displays, which could be seen in the much-rumoured Apple television set.

Mercedes' Nico Rosberg claimed the first Formula One victory of his career, finishing the ahead of McLaren's Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai on Sunday.

Unlike previous occasions, Russia and China supported the resolution.

F1 China Grand Prix 2012: Where to Watch Live Stream, Weather Update and Qualifying Recap

There is hardly any star who has not launched a perfume in his/her name. Huge billboards are hung, advertisements given and finally the launch. During the launch the celebrity poses with her perfume making 'more than human' expressions, sign autographs to fans, answer their questions and the sales of the perfume go sky high!

For the first time in 15 months, talks have begun between Iran and other world powers in Istanbul.

Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg grabbed the first pole position of his Formula One career, ahead of Sunday's Chinese Grand Prix, beating McLaren's Lewis Hamilton and team mate Michael Schumacher in the process.

Chancellor plans to increase UK exports to emerging markets jeopardised by slowdown in growth.

Here is a specs and feature comparison for the two leading smartphones from Nokia and Apple.

North Korea confirms rocket explodes just after lift-off but West and neighbours still angry at breach of missile test agreements .

Goldman and Credit Suisse bottom in league of world's top 10 investment banks.

Millionaire's death sentence mulled by judges in China's top court.

The two-time World Champion would rather thank his luck than praise the performance of his Ferrari.

Opec and IEA reports show oil production and supplies increasing as demand growth steadies, which could ease prices in 2012.

Arsenal's successful pre-season tour of Asia last year has given the London club the confidence to head back to the Far East for their second tour, in July.

North Korea may not launch its so called weather satellite on Thursday due to poor weather conditions.

Britain's trade gap widens more than expected in three months to February as cars and heavy machinery exports to US, Russia and China decline.

The developers of the soon-to-be-launched "Resident Evil 6" (RE6) - Capcom - confirmed, at a press conference in Rome, they will release the game ahead of schedule

China’s main broadcast building finally opened after fire damage caused three-year delay.