The company's dealings with the region included smuggling opium into China. After one of its opium shipments was seized by the Chinese authorities, it persuaded the British government to start the first opium war in 1839. The objective was to force China to pay compensation, cede Hong Kong to Britain, open more ports to trade and legitimise trade in the narcotic. The huge profits gained from opium dealing enabled the group to expand into many other businesses, which formed the foundation of the group we know today.

Finland's prime minister Sanna Marin has sparked controversy after wearing a stylish black blazer with a plunging neckline and no top underneath for a recent magazine photoshoot. The 34-year-old, who leads the country's centre-left government, appeared in the nation's leading fashion publication Trendi over the weekend as their October cover star. However, the politician's outfit choice was branded 'inappropriate' by some social media users after a snap of her wearing the jacket with a deep neckline, and without a blouse underneath, was shared on the magazine's Instagram account.

Father’s Day, June 19 this year, is fast approaching, which means ways to celebrate might be top of mind right about now. Perhaps you’re brainstorming the best Father's Day gift for your dad, step-dad, or grand-dad. Or maybe you’re considering skipping a store-bought present in favor of a DIY gift idea the dad in your life will actually use. And then there’s the chance that you’re looking beyond tangible gifts and planning a series of Father’s Day activities to enjoy with your dad.

Pro gamer and streamer Nick ‘NICKMERCS’ Kolcheff has come out in a recent YouTube video, explaining that he believes playing video games in the “claw” style can have a serious affect on your health. The controversial video [via Dexerto] has received a lot of mixed comments from viewers, with some denying NICKMERCS’ claims. The claw technique, which sees players use their index fingers on the controller instead of resting them on the triggers on the top, has been a subject of debate in the world of esports for a while now.

Austin Watson  American Wrestling 01 Whois hedating right now? According to our records, Austin Watson is possibly single. RelationshipsAustin Watson was previously married to Jess Watson. Austin Watson has had an encounter with Saraya-Jade Bevis. AboutAustin Watson is a 37 year old American Wrestler. Born on 4th September, 1986 in Columbus, Georgia, USA, he is famous for Xavier Woods. His zodiac sign is Virgo. Austin Watson is a member of the following lists: 1986 births, American professional wrestlers and People from Marietta, Georgia.