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Sep 17 2024POLITICS

The Unraveling of a Self-Proclaimed Hero: Ryan Routh's Journey from Ukraine to Florida

Ryan Routh, a 58-year-old man from Hawaii, has been arrested in Florida for allegedly attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump. But what drove this self-proclaimed hero to take such drastic measures? Routh's journey began in Ukraine, where he claimed to have spent months working to su

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Sep 17 2024POLITICS

TikTok's 'Staggering' Consequences: A Battle for Free Speech in the US

The US divest-or-ban law, signed by President Joe Biden earlier this year, has sent shockwaves through the social media world, with TikTok at the center of the controversy. The law, which requires TikTok to divest from its Chinese parent, ByteDance, by January 19, 2025, has sparked a heated debate a

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Sep 16 2024POLITICS

The TikTok Conundrum: Separating Fact from Fiction in the Battle Over Chinese Propaganda

As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, concerns about the spread of propaganda and disinformation have reached a fever pitch. In the midst of this media maelstrom, TikTok, the popular social media platform, has found itself at the center of a heated debate over its supposed ties to the Ch

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Sep 16 2024SCIENCE

Shanghai Braces for Impact: The Strongest Typhoon to Hit the City Since 1949

As the strongest typhoon to hit Shanghai since at least 1949 made landfall, over 400,000 people were evacuated to safety. But what does this mean for the city and its residents? Was the evacuation effort sufficient, or could it have been done better? What about the economic impact of the storm, and

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Sep 15 2024TECHNOLOGY

Full Speed Ahead: Tesla's Self-Driving Ambitions Take a Detour

The electric car giant's plan to launch its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology in China and Europe by Q1 2025 has raised eyebrows. The timeline, while pending regulatory approval, represents a slight delay from earlier expectations of a 2024 rollout. So, what's behind the hold-up? And what does this

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Sep 15 2024ENVIRONMENT

China's Clean Energy Revolution: A Game-Changer for the Planet?

China's incredible journey towards a cleaner energy future is nothing short of remarkable. The country is on track to meet its ambitious 2030 renewable energy target six years ahead of schedule, a feat that has left many in the industry reeling. But what's behind this remarkable achievement, and wha

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Sep 15 2024BUSINESS

US Companies in China: A Record-Low in Profits Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Slow Growth

The recent reports from the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai and the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China paint a bleak picture for US companies operating in China. The record-low profits and dwindling optimism among American businesses in China are a stark reminder of the challenges

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Sep 15 2024BUSINESS

Record Low Profits: US Companies in China Face Uncertain Future Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Slowdown

The American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai has published a report revealing that US companies in China are experiencing record-low profits, with a staggering 66% of 306 polled companies reporting profitability in 2023. This figure is a stark contrast to the 80% reported in 2020, indicating a signi

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

Arctic Showdown: US and Allies Patrol Northern Waters Amid Rising Tensions with Russia and China

The recent Operation Nanook 2024 exercise, the largest of its kind in the Arctic, has raised concerns about the growing presence of Russia and China in the region. The joint effort between the US, Canada, Denmark, and other allies aimed to strengthen partnership and demonstrate the ability of multin

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Sep 15 2024BUSINESS

Amazon Takes on Temu and Shein with New Discount Storefront

Amazon's quest to stay ahead of the competition has led them to launch a new section on their site dedicated to low-priced fashion and lifestyle items. This move is aimed at countering the growing influence of Chinese e-commerce upstarts Temu and Shein, which have been luring American shoppers with

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