adminStarbucks to open first store in Vietnam
HANOI. — Starbucks yesterday said it would open its first store next month in Vietnam, seeking a foothold in the coffee-loving country as part of efforts to expand in Asia. The country’s first Starbucks
US fiscal cliff deal boosts global markets
WASHINGTON. — World markets soared yesterday after a tense New Year break, relieved after US lawmakers agreed a last-minute deal to avert massive tax hikes and pull their nation back from the
Oil prices fall in Asia
SINGAPORE. — Oil prices were down in Asian trade yestertday as the initial euphoria over the fiscal cliff deal in the United States faded, analysts said. Caution returned to markets, with traders realising toughChinese property tycoon cries foul
BEIJING. — A Chinese property tycoon blamed a government “land famine” for high property prices — which the authorities have long sought to rein in — after he paid 1 billion yuan (US$160 million) for aMusicians sing the blues
Tawanda Ngena Arts Correspondent“Dudu Manhenga faces jail”, read a headline in The Saturday Herald Lifestyle section of 13 October, 2012. The paper further reported that the 32-year-old diva had been hauled before the courts for
Maphosa drops 2nd album
Problem Masau Arts CorrespondentIt was pomp and fanfare when gospel musician Joel Dzingai Maphosa launched his second album titled “Amen Volume 2,” in the capital last weekend. The occasion was graced by gospel greats Charles
Douglas Chimbetu comes of age
Arts CorrespondentSince partying ways with father, Allan Chimbetu, Douglas has faced numerous challenges. Many have doubted his capabilities in holding his own as a serious musician. However, his followers can testify how
Enough of these Doomsday prophecies
Edgar Moyana Christian Entertainment
Today is the fourth day of 2013, and people around the world are celebrating life and the fact that God blessed us with health, food and water to allow life to continue on earth. As we celebrate 2013,Published poet turns to Chimurenga music
Problem Masau Arts CorrespondentChimurenga music lovers have been starved of their favourite genre ever since the legendary Thomas “Mukanya” Mapfumo relocated to the United States of America. The void left by Mukanya has been
DeMbare, Hwange row
Petros Kausiyo Deputy Sports Editor
DYNAMOS’ bid to bolster their attack with the acquisition of Hwange striker Francisco Zekumbawire appears to have to have hit a snag following claims that the coalminers have put a US$130 000 price