Australia's 'sleeper' index

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The Australian biotechnology sector should be attractive to investors willing to shoulder some risk. Companies such as ResMed, CSL, and Cochlear have helped the S&P/ASX 200 Healthcare and Biotechnology Index outpace its American rival, the Amex Biotechnology Index, with a 2% gain in 2001 compared to a 14% loss for the American index. Genesis Research and Development's advanced-development stage antipsoriasis drug could make the company a stock market success.

Biochemistry, Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing, Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing, Drugs, Biological Products, Medical Instruments and Supplies, Securities prices, Medical Monitoring & Diagnostic Eqp, Statistical Data Included, Biotechnology industry, Biotechnology industries, Biological products industry, Securities, Medical equipment and supplies industry, Medical equipment industry, Diagnostic equipment (Medical), Patient monitoring equipment, Biotechnology, ResMed Inc., RESM, CSL Ltd., Cochlear Ltd.

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Eating right: turning an icon into an entree isn't easy

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Kangaroo Industries Association of Australia head John Kelly is encouraging Australians to eat kangaroo rather than beef or lamb to show patriotism. Only half of all Australians have tasted kangaroo, partly because they feel uncomfortable about eating a national icon. Kelly also points out the health benefits of eating kangaroo.

Animal Slaughtering and Processing, Campaigns, Meat Products, Meat NEC, Health aspects, Meat industry, Meat, Food and nutrition, Kangaroos, Kelly, John, Kangaroo Industries Association of Australia

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Retailers in Hong Kong recoil from this New Year symbol

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Every Chinese Lunar New Year in Hong Kong has an animal from the zodiac as its partner, but the Year of the Snake worries retailers who fear snake displays will drive away customers. Although images of the current zodiac animal are supposed to adorn buildings and shops throughout the city, snake likenesses are scarce this year.

Retail Trade, Hong Kong, Retail industry, Column, Snakes, New Year decorations, etc., Holiday decorations

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