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Oct 31 2024BUSINESS

TSMC's 40% Discount Disappears After Intel CEO's Comments

Intel's CEO, Patrick Gelsinger, ruffled some feathers with his comments about TSMC's Taiwan base, leading to a lost deal. TSMC, a major chip maker, had offered Intel a huge 40% discount on their latest 3 nanometer chip tech. But after Gelsinger's remarks, TSMC pulled the offer, leaving Intel to pay

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Taiwan's Future: A Pawn or an Outcast?

Former President Donald Trump recently stirred up a debate by suggesting that Taiwan should pay the U. S. for protection against China. China, which sees Taiwan as its territory, warned that the U. S. could abandon Taiwan at any time. Taiwan is a key player in the semiconductor industry, a sector vi

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Oct 31 2024BUSINESS

China’s Factories Power Up: A Surprise Turnaround

In a surprising turnaround, China’s factory activity expanded for the first time in six months – jumping to 50. 1 in October. This is a promising sign after months of contraction, with September clocking in at 49. 8. Economists had expected a slight improvement, predicting 49. 9. But the actual resu

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Oct 30 2024FINANCE

New Tech Lead at Maybank: Meet Giorgio Migliarina

Maybank has a new tech boss! His name is Giorgio Migliarina, and he's stepping into the role of Group Chief Technology and Digital Officer come November 1, 2024. His job? To make sure all of Maybank's systems are resilient and robust, and to plan the bank's tech strategy for the future. He'll also w

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Trump's Chip Industry Accusations: A Closer Look

Former U. S. President Donald Trump stirred up controversy on "The Joe Rogan Experience" podcast, accusing Taiwan of stealing the U. S. chip industry. He criticized the U. S. CHIPS Act and proposed tariffs on Taiwanese chips if he were to be re-elected. This would directly impact Taiwan Semiconducto

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Oct 30 2024CELEBRITIES

Frasier Co-Star Kelsey Grammer's Kindness During Toks Olagundoye's Cancer Battle

Imagine being in the middle of filming a TV show, only to find out that you have cancer. That's exactly what happened to Toks Olagundoye, who plays Professor Olivia Finch in the "Frasier" revival. She was diagnosed with stage 0 triple-negative breast cancer, which quickly progressed to stage 1. Toks

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Oct 30 2024TECHNOLOGY

Unlocking Hidden Lithium: A Game-Changer for Clean Energy

You've probably heard about lithium and how important it is for our clean energy future. But did you know that a lot of it is stuck in places that are really hard to reach? Enter some clever scientists from Australia who've figured out a new way to get at this hidden lithium. They call it EDTA-aided

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Oct 28 2024WEATHER

Weird October Weather: Warm Records Shattered

As October comes to a close, many cities across the U. S. are expecting record-breaking highs. From Monday to Thursday, around 100 daily high-temperature records could be set. It's going to feel more like summer than fall in places like Washington, D. C. , and New York City, with forecasts reaching

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Oct 28 2024SPORTS

Patriots Snatch Last-Minute Win with Stevenson's Touchdown

In a thrilling finish, the New England Patriots squeezed past the New York Jets with a 25-22 victory at Gillette Stadium. The turning point came with just 22 seconds left on the clock. Running back Rhamondre Stevenson (who had been subbed in for the injured Drake Maye) managed a one-yard touchdown,

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Oct 27 2024POLITICS

Georgia's Election Sparks Controversy: Who Really Won?

In Georgia, an election has just taken place, and it's causing a big stir. The ruling party, Georgian Dream, claimed they won with 52. 99% of the vote. But here's where it gets interesting. The opposition parties aren't having it. They say the results are fake, and they're not going to accept them.

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