Why run when you can just take a seat? Many legislative posts in Hong Kong go to candidates assured of victory before voting begins tomorrow

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The changing forms of politics and democracy in Hong Kong after its return to China by the British are discussed. Many members of the Legislative Council have assured seats even before the start of voting in the final election.

Hong Kong, Elections, Membership, Political aspects, Democracy, Hong Kong. Legislative Council

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Drug haul biggest in Canadian history

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The Royal Customs and Revenue Agency and the Royal Candian Mounted Police seized illegal drugs in the biggest smuggling case in Canadian history. Seven persons of Asian descent were arrested in Vancouver and Toronto for bringing in the drugs from China.

Canada, Illicit Drugs, Laws, regulations and rules, Toronto, Ontario, Drug dealers, Drug traffic, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Illegal drugs

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China's biggest high roller-takes a fall

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Mou Qizhong of China is sentenced to life in prison for corruption after once being called the country's mind.

Diversified Companies, Cases, Ethical aspects, Fraud, Executives, Corporations, Corporate corruption, Mou Qizhong

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