Hong Kong On Air

Macau tests the strength of its brands

Macau casino owners have been better at building resorts than building brands, which matter more for expansion into new markets. Continue reading

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Jack Morris belongs in Cooperstown

It is incredible – as in totally lacking in credibility – that anyone who thinks Tom Glavine is a Hall of Famer can think Jack Morris is not. Continue reading

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Jack Morris belongs in Cooperstown

It is incredible – as in totally lacking in credibility – that anyone who thinks Tom Glavine is a Hall of Famer can think Jack Morris is not. Continue reading

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How to succeed in business by really trying

A landmark book shows combining free markets and government intervention made Japan, Taiwan and South Korea rich. Continue reading

Posted in Asia Times, Asian economies, Asian Godfathers, China’s economy, development economics, economic history, Hong Kong On Air, How Asia Works, Joe Studwell | Comments Off on How to succeed in business by really trying

Ubud encounters: Chauly, Godden, Wibowo explore identity

Three writers from outside their national mainstream find themselves through writing memoirs. Continue reading

Posted in Agustinus Wibowo, Bali, Bernice Chauly, Hong Kong On Air, Indonesian writers, Malaysian writers, memoir writing, Salena Godden, Ubud Writers Festival, UK writers | Comments Off on Ubud encounters: Chauly, Godden, Wibowo explore identity

Books


Hong Kong On Air
Hong Kong On Air
Insider view of TV news, love, betrayal, high finance, and cheap lingerie

Red-Blooded Risk
Red-Blooded Risk
The Secret History of Wall Street

Lonely Planet Indonesia
Lonely Planet Indonesia
Updated guide to the world's most intriguing archipelago

The Poker Face of Wall Street
The Poker Face of Wall Street
Gambling for investors and investing for gamblers