#global (163 Posts)
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How Mosquitoes Thrive in the Frozen Tundra
Undoubtedly, the most unwelcome visitor of summer is the mosquito. Many of us have experienced being startled awake by the buzzing of these pesky insects at least once. Once bitten, the relentless itchiness can make it nearly impossible to find rest again. Moreover, mosquitoes pose a significant health risk, serving as vectors for viruses like […]
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China's Infrastructure Controversy: Natural Disaster or Shoddy Workmanship?
Apartment windows were torn out, trees uprooted Grandmother, in her 60s, and her teenage grandson were killedChina faces global controversy over shoddy construction A severe storm with strong winds and heavy rain has killed several people in the southeastern region of China. On April 2, local Chinese media reported that four people were killed and […]
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Teo Yoo Makes History as First Korean Actor Nominated for BAFTA with 'Past Lives'
Following his breakout role in the internationally acclaimed film “Past Lives,” actor Teo Yoo continues to build his global presence. In “Past Lives,” Yoo’s performance of Haesung, a man driven to New York City to maintain his bond with Nayoung, captivated global audiences. This critically acclaimed role follows the film’s impressive trajectory: A record-breaking 78 […]
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Chinese Airlines to Increase U.S. Bound Flights to 50 Per Week
Increasing from 35 flights to 50 per week.One-third of the pre-COVID level.The airline is gearing up for the surge in summer air travel demand. The United States has decided to increase the number of flights by Chinese airlines to 50 per week. According to CNBC on the 26th (local time), the US Department of Transportation […]
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Is Bitcoin 'Hotter' than NVIDIA?
Recently, the total market capitalization of cryptocurrency has surpassed 2 trillion dollars due to factors such as the significant rise in Bitcoin prices. This surpasses the market cap of NVIDIA, a rapidly rising stock that is capturing attention in the stock market. According to Yonhap News, as of 1:30 PM Eastern Time on the 27th, […]
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Unity Software (U) Faces 19% Stock Plunge in After-Hours Trading
Unity Software (U) saw its stock price plummet by 19% in after-hours trading on the 26th due to disappointing fourth-quarter performance and guidance. Unity Software’s fourth-quarter revenue was $609 million, a 35% increase from the previous year. Although it appears to have exceeded the consensus of $551 million, it was considered disappointing when considering the […]
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Vertiv Expands to Keep Pace with Nvidia Partnership and Growing Orders
Vertiv (VRT), a provider of power and cooling solutions for data center server systems, is currently collaborating with NVIDIA. They are also expanding to meet the surge in orders. Shinhan Investment Securities analyst Ham Hyeong Do explained, “Cooling solutions provide technologies tailored to the characteristics of data centers, such as air cooling, DTC, and immersion […]
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Serbia Welcomes Chinese President's First Post-Pandemic Visit
The Serbian President himself saidA strong relationship strengthened with Last Year’s FTA Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit Europe for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic this year. According to the South China Morning Post (SCMP), on the 27th, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced in his New Year’s speech in Belgrade that […]
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Nikkei Analysis: Most Dangerous Scenario in US Election is Trump Losing
The potential legal challenges facing Donald Trump, including four criminal trialsProvoking supporters could lead to an escalation of political violence across the country With a little over eight months remaining until the U.S. presidential election, Western countries express concern about the possibility of former President Donald Trump’s being re-elected. The prospect of Trump, who views […]
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China Mourns Loss of Self-made Billionaire Founder Zong Qinghou, Dies at 79
Self-made Chairman Zong Qinghou of Wahaha died at 79Once the wealthiest businessman in China“A first-generation entrepreneur after China’s reform and opening up” Zong Qinghou, the founder of China’s largest food and beverage company, Wahaha Group, died at the age of 79 on the 25th, according to China Daily. The memorial service will be held in […]
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Microsoft's Bing: The Search Engine Apple Just Couldn't Buy
US CNBC "2018 MS made acquisition offer to Apple" Google's antitrust complaint reveals 'rebuttal' Apple compares Google and Bing, ultimately chooses Google "Quality search engine, not monopoly" Microsoft (MS) tried to sell its search engine Bing to Apple in 2018, but Apple rejected the offer. This was revealed in an antitrust lawsuit filed by the US Department of Justice against Google...
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Trump's Financial Burden Grows: Fine Swells to Over $454 M
Delay before $100 million verdict The fine against former U.S. President Donald Trump, who is accused of manipulating the value of real estate to obtain favorable interest-bearing loans and insurance rates, has ballooned to more than $454 million. The final judgment entered by Judge Arthur Engoron of the U.S. District Court for the District of Manhattan in New York City on Friday (local time) set the fine against Trump at a minimum of $454 million, the U.K.'s Guardian reported. This is in addition to the original fine of $354 million, plus $100 million in pre-judgment interest...
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Breaking Beauty Stereotypes: 39-Year-Old Activist Crowned Miss Germany
Iranian architect and women's rights activist Apameh Söhneur, 39, has been crowned Miss Germany. According to SWR on Aug. 25 (local time), the Iranian architect and women's rights activist was crowned Miss Germany at a pageant in Oirofa Park in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, where she also received the Women Leader Award. Sönauer, who moved to Germany with her parents when she was 6 years old, works as an architect in Berlin. She is an active social activist, founding the women's rights organization Network Sirjan. She is a mother of two...
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Iran Supplied Russia with 400 Ballistic Missiles Amid Ukraine Conflict
In four shipments with ranges of up to 700 kilometers, Iran has provided ballistic missiles to Russia, which is at war with Ukraine, Reuters reported on April 21 (local time), citing multiple sources. The Iranian ballistic missiles are capable of hitting targets with a range of 300 to 700 kilometers, and the shipment was reportedly about 400 rounds. "The deliveries began earlier this year and have been made in four batches so far," an Iranian military official said, adding that more deliveries are expected in the coming weeks."
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Terraform Labs CEO Faces Extradition to U.S., Potential 100-Year Sentence
Montenegrin Court Decides to Extradite to the U.S. "Up to 40 years in Korea and over 100 years in the U.S." FTX Founder Sentenced to 115 Years in Prison FTX founder Do-hyung Kwon, who is being held in Montenegro on charges of coin fraud after the Tera-Luna crash shook the virtual asset (cryptocurrency) market, has been extradited to the United States. While Kwon has three days to appeal the decision, it has been argued that he could face more than 100 years in prison if his extradition is confirmed.
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Odysseus Lands on Moon's South Pole: A Giant Leap for Private Space Exploration
Odysseus lands at 'Malapert A' on the south pole of the moon Launched on Friday aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9...will enter orbit on Nov. 21 NASA plans to use data for 'Artemis' project A lunar lander developed by private US space company Intelligent Machines has successfully landed near the south pole of the moon. This makes the United States the first country to successfully land on the moon in half a century...
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Putin's Love Life: Rumors Swirl of Romance with Woman 32 Years Younger
Russian President Vladimir Putin is allegedly in a relationship with a woman 32 years his junior. The New York Post reported on Nov. 19 (local time) that Putin and Ekaterina Katya Mizulina, the head of the Safe Internet League, have been getting closer lately. Missoulina is a British-born art historian who heads the Safe Internet League, a quasi-governmental organization that helps Russia with censorship. She is the daughter of Elena Mizulina, a pro-Putin hardline Russian lawmaker...
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Putin Denies US Claims of Russian Space Nuclear Weapons Deployment
"Developing the ability to destroy satellites with nuclear weapons in space" Putin dismisses "no plans to deploy nuclear weapons in space" The United States has informed its allies that Russia may deploy nuclear weapons or simulated warheads in space as early as this year. Russian President Vladimir Putin has dismissed the claims, saying he is "opposed to the deployment of nuclear weapons in space." Russia is developing the ability to destroy satellites with nuclear weapons from space bases, Bloomberg reported Tuesday, citing sources...
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China's Entry into the Global Passenger Aircraft Market, Challenging Boeing and Airbus
China has thrown down the gauntlet in earnest to the global airliner market, which is dominated by Boeing and Airbus. It is expanding its exports with two mid-size and small airliners, and is expanding the scope of its operations by participating in the air show in Singapore. It has received a whopping 1061 orders from its home country alone. "China's first indigenously produced medium-sized passenger plane, the C919, made its debut at an international air show, attracting attention," according to China's Xinhua News Agency and Hengguoshibo on Tuesday. "It is participating in an air show at Singapore's Changi International Airport."
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Home Depot Faces Tough Quarter: Sales Down Again as High Mortgage Rates Impact Demand
[AlphaEconomy=(Chicago) Correspondent Kim Jisun] U.S. home equipment provider Home Depot's sales have fallen for five consecutive quarters...