Public housing abuse tip-offs may double with reward scheme: Hong Kong minister
By William Yiu
Hong Kong’s housing minister has estimated that reports of public home abuse could double with the launch of the government’s HK$3,000 (US$386) reward scheme for whistle-blowers, but expected only half of the cases were legitimate.
Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho Wing-yin on Saturday said the scheme would cost about HK$3 million in the first year and that authorities already received around 200 complaints of public rental flat misuse in the first two days of the launch.
Ho added that some complainants had mixed up the private residences with public rental flats.
The minister revealed the number of public rental flat misuse tip-offs had spiked in the past two days starting on Wednesday since the city’s main public housing provider, the Housing Authority, started awarding up to HK$3,000 to individuals who provided information allowing the government to reclaim a misused public rental flat.
“Around 200 reports were received, but we need to see whether the cases fall under our scheme … some complainants mixed up public rental flats with units under the Home Ownership Scheme and private housing,” she told a radio programme, adding that authorities had to spend time verifying each report.
She estimated the annual number of reported abuse cases would stand at around 2,600, which would be a double of the previous year when there was no such scheme, but expected only half of them could be eventually confirmed.
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By William Yiu
Hong Kong’s housing minister has estimated that reports of public home abuse could double with the launch of the government’s HK$3,000 (US$386) reward scheme for whistle-blowers, but expected only half of the cases were legitimate.
Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho Wing-yin on Saturday said the scheme would cost about HK$3 million in the first year and that authorities already received around 200 complaints of public rental flat misuse in the first two days of the launch.
Ho added that some complainants had mixed up the private residences with public rental flats.
The minister revealed the number of public rental flat misuse tip-offs had spiked in the past two days starting on Wednesday since the city’s main public housing provider, the Housing Authority, started awarding up to HK$3,000 to individuals who provided information allowing the government to reclaim a misused public rental flat.
“Around 200 reports were received, but we need to see whether the cases fall under our scheme … some complainants mixed up public rental flats with units under the Home Ownership Scheme and private housing,” she told a radio programme, adding that authorities had to spend time verifying each report.
She estimated the annual number of reported abuse cases would stand at around 2,600, which would be a double of the previous year when there was no such scheme, but expected only half of them could be eventually confirmed.
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Malaysian police confirm dead Pinkfish concertgoers had drugs in blood
在马来西亚雪兰莪州的Pinkfish倒计时音乐会上，四名参与者因吸毒而死亡。马来西亚警方周六表示，经过化学部门的毒理分析，确认这些死者体内均含有毒品。警方已对52名相关人员进行了询问，包括幸存者和音乐会工作人员。
警方助理专员Wan Azlan Wan Mamat指出，所有死者的血液检测结果均显示存在毒品成分，案件已转交给马来亚大学医疗中心进行进一步调查。目前，仍有一名30岁男性在医院接受治疗，警方尚未能对其进行询问，需待医生批准后才能记录其证词。
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在马来西亚雪兰莪州的Pinkfish倒计时音乐会上，四名参与者因吸毒而死亡。马来西亚警方周六表示，经过化学部门的毒理分析，确认这些死者体内均含有毒品。警方已对52名相关人员进行了询问，包括幸存者和音乐会工作人员。
警方助理专员Wan Azlan Wan Mamat指出，所有死者的血液检测结果均显示存在毒品成分，案件已转交给马来亚大学医疗中心进行进一步调查。目前，仍有一名30岁男性在医院接受治疗，警方尚未能对其进行询问，需待医生批准后才能记录其证词。
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Was 2024 the year Hong Kong won back mainland Chinese tourists?
By Ambrose Li
The number of trips to Hong Kong by mainland Chinese visitors rose 27 per cent year on year as the 2024 tally reached 34 million, according to official figures, with observers saying the uptick is likely to continue but expressing doubt over its economic impact.
Hong Kong also recorded a 48 per cent year-on-year surge in residents making trips across the border, reaching more than 93 million, over the same period.
But while experts said that such growth was expected to continue, they believed it was likely to slow down this year.
The data from the Immigration Department is based on the number of inbound trips by mainland residents using all crossings and departures by Hongkongers using all checkpoints except the airport.
Appearing on a radio programme on Saturday, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Algernon Yau Ying-wah said that while mainlanders had changed their spending patterns, Hongkongers splashing out in the north had become a habit.
“As a result of the global economic uncertainty and the changing spending patterns of consumers, we have to seek changes, know how to cope with these changes and cope with them,” he said.
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By Ambrose Li
The number of trips to Hong Kong by mainland Chinese visitors rose 27 per cent year on year as the 2024 tally reached 34 million, according to official figures, with observers saying the uptick is likely to continue but expressing doubt over its economic impact.
Hong Kong also recorded a 48 per cent year-on-year surge in residents making trips across the border, reaching more than 93 million, over the same period.
But while experts said that such growth was expected to continue, they believed it was likely to slow down this year.
The data from the Immigration Department is based on the number of inbound trips by mainland residents using all crossings and departures by Hongkongers using all checkpoints except the airport.
Appearing on a radio programme on Saturday, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Algernon Yau Ying-wah said that while mainlanders had changed their spending patterns, Hongkongers splashing out in the north had become a habit.
“As a result of the global economic uncertainty and the changing spending patterns of consumers, we have to seek changes, know how to cope with these changes and cope with them,” he said.
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As Japan marks Kobe quake anniversary, fears of another major disaster mount
在日本神户市庆祝1995年致命地震30周年之际，近期在该国中部地区发生的一系列震动引发了人们对可能再次发生重大地震的担忧。这场震中在神户的地震造成6434人遇难，至今仍在居民心中留下深刻印记。
在纪念活动中，神户市民在震中时刻默哀，并在公园中点亮灯笼，拼出“1.17”以纪念这场悲剧。神户市市长桥本和夫表示：“我们将铭记过去的悲痛，继续迈向新的时代。”与此同时，政府顾问小组更新了对南海海沟地震风险的评估，最新数据显示未来30年内发生9级地震的风险已上升至80%。
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在日本神户市庆祝1995年致命地震30周年之际，近期在该国中部地区发生的一系列震动引发了人们对可能再次发生重大地震的担忧。这场震中在神户的地震造成6434人遇难，至今仍在居民心中留下深刻印记。
在纪念活动中，神户市民在震中时刻默哀，并在公园中点亮灯笼，拼出“1.17”以纪念这场悲剧。神户市市长桥本和夫表示：“我们将铭记过去的悲痛，继续迈向新的时代。”与此同时，政府顾问小组更新了对南海海沟地震风险的评估，最新数据显示未来30年内发生9级地震的风险已上升至80%。
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John Lee appreciates view from Hong Kong Island while touring new walkway
香港特首李家超近日在即将开放的港岛海滨步道视察时表示，他对海滨风光表示赞赏。这条投资达港币17亿元（约合2.18亿美元）的步道位于主要快速公路下方，展示了城市与自然和谐共存的努力。李家超与年轻人一同骑车与慢跑，并与当地居民互动，推广海滨活动的重要性。
这条步道经过三年建设，全长2.2公里（1.36英里），将连接铜锣湾和鲗鱼涌的海滨步道，形成一条沿港岛北岸的长达13公里的步道。李家超在与居民交流时强调，欣赏周围美景的重要性，并表示步道的西半部分将于1月26日开放，剩余部分将在下半年逐步开放。通过这个新设施，政府希望居民能够更方便地享受香港的自然美景，增进生活质量。
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香港特首李家超近日在即将开放的港岛海滨步道视察时表示，他对海滨风光表示赞赏。这条投资达港币17亿元（约合2.18亿美元）的步道位于主要快速公路下方，展示了城市与自然和谐共存的努力。李家超与年轻人一同骑车与慢跑，并与当地居民互动，推广海滨活动的重要性。
这条步道经过三年建设，全长2.2公里（1.36英里），将连接铜锣湾和鲗鱼涌的海滨步道，形成一条沿港岛北岸的长达13公里的步道。李家超在与居民交流时强调，欣赏周围美景的重要性，并表示步道的西半部分将于1月26日开放，剩余部分将在下半年逐步开放。通过这个新设施，政府希望居民能够更方便地享受香港的自然美景，增进生活质量。
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Donald Trump says ‘stay tuned!’ as TikTok’s fate rests in his hands with ban looming
TikTok的美国命运现在依赖于当选总统唐纳德·特朗普。周五晚些时候，美国最高法院维持了对这个受中国所有的极受欢迎的社交媒体平台的禁令.
TikTok首席执行官周绍智在社交媒体平台上发布的一段视频中表示，公司将会“利用我们的一切力量确保我们的平台蓬勃发展。”他也感谢特朗普“对我们在解决让TikTok继续在美国运营的问题方面的承诺。”周绍智还强调,TikTok是“社区可以创造的平台、人们可以发现新兴趣点以及表达自我的地方，包括超过700万个美国企业在平台上赚取收入、获取新客户。”
特朗普在社交媒体上表示，他将尊重最高法院的决定。 “我对TikTok的决策将在近期内作出，但我需要时间来研究这个情况。大家继续关注下去。”
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TikTok的美国命运现在依赖于当选总统唐纳德·特朗普。周五晚些时候，美国最高法院维持了对这个受中国所有的极受欢迎的社交媒体平台的禁令.
TikTok首席执行官周绍智在社交媒体平台上发布的一段视频中表示，公司将会“利用我们的一切力量确保我们的平台蓬勃发展。”他也感谢特朗普“对我们在解决让TikTok继续在美国运营的问题方面的承诺。”周绍智还强调,TikTok是“社区可以创造的平台、人们可以发现新兴趣点以及表达自我的地方，包括超过700万个美国企业在平台上赚取收入、获取新客户。”
特朗普在社交媒体上表示，他将尊重最高法院的决定。 “我对TikTok的决策将在近期内作出，但我需要时间来研究这个情况。大家继续关注下去。”
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‘Hong Kong to welcome 1.45 million mainland tourists over Lunar New Year’
By Wynna Wong
Hong Kong will welcome 1.45 million mainland Chinese visitors to the city over the Lunar New Year period, about 15 per cent more than in 2024, a travel industry leader has forecast, citing a slew of mega-events and recently relaxed visa restrictions.
The Travel Industry Council’s new chairman, Tommy Tam Kwong-shun, shared his prediction with the Post earlier this week for the number of mainland travellers set to visit the city from January 28 to February 4.
The number represents an increase of about 15 per cent from the 1.255 million mainland visitors recorded by the Immigration Department during last year’s festivities.
The department is expected to reveal its forecast for the coming Lunar New Year period sometime next week.
“Hong Kong has several mega-events during this time, and the atmosphere will be great,” Tam said.
“In addition, the multiple entry scheme will definitely help; we are seeing a lot of momentum in this regard this time.”
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By Wynna Wong
Hong Kong will welcome 1.45 million mainland Chinese visitors to the city over the Lunar New Year period, about 15 per cent more than in 2024, a travel industry leader has forecast, citing a slew of mega-events and recently relaxed visa restrictions.
The Travel Industry Council’s new chairman, Tommy Tam Kwong-shun, shared his prediction with the Post earlier this week for the number of mainland travellers set to visit the city from January 28 to February 4.
The number represents an increase of about 15 per cent from the 1.255 million mainland visitors recorded by the Immigration Department during last year’s festivities.
The department is expected to reveal its forecast for the coming Lunar New Year period sometime next week.
“Hong Kong has several mega-events during this time, and the atmosphere will be great,” Tam said.
“In addition, the multiple entry scheme will definitely help; we are seeing a lot of momentum in this regard this time.”
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Son of Taiwan singer rejects ‘refugee’ label for TikTok RedNote converts, urges respect
台湾网络名人呼吁“TikTok难民”在中国社交平台RedNote上融入当地文化。台湾明星安妮·易的儿子余恩利指出，这些新用户不应将RedNote视为单纯的避风港或抗议渠道，而应积极参与和理解当地文化。
自1月中旬以来，因面临TikTok禁令，数百万美国用户下载了RedNote（在中国称为小红书）。这些自称为“TikTok难民”的新用户在中国社交媒体社区中受到了热烈欢迎，双方用户通过翻译工具积极互动，促进了文化交流。
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台湾网络名人呼吁“TikTok难民”在中国社交平台RedNote上融入当地文化。台湾明星安妮·易的儿子余恩利指出，这些新用户不应将RedNote视为单纯的避风港或抗议渠道，而应积极参与和理解当地文化。
自1月中旬以来，因面临TikTok禁令，数百万美国用户下载了RedNote（在中国称为小红书）。这些自称为“TikTok难民”的新用户在中国社交媒体社区中受到了热烈欢迎，双方用户通过翻译工具积极互动，促进了文化交流。
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Minister warns Trump’s tariffs threaten Malaysia’s chip sector, may stoke global inflation
马来西亚投资、贸易和工业部长扎夫鲁·阿兹兹表示，特朗普当选总统的政策可能会抑制全球经济增长，并削弱对马来西亚芯片的需求。他担心全球通货膨胀加速，尤其是在美国试图通过提高关税来“重塑”生产能力并孤立中国的背景下。扎夫鲁在访问英国时发出了这一警告，正值特朗普即将就职之际。
虽然他对美国对马来西亚的直接关税没有立即担忧，但扎夫鲁担心特朗普计划对中国进口征收高达60%的关税可能带来的间接影响。这种情况可能会对马来西亚日益增长的电子芯片市场产生冲击，投资决策已开始受到重新考虑。他指出，人工智能的快速发展对芯片的需求至关重要，但由于更高的关税和将业务转移到美国的成本上升，未来的投资可能会受到抑制，这将影响供应并进一步推高价格。
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马来西亚投资、贸易和工业部长扎夫鲁·阿兹兹表示，特朗普当选总统的政策可能会抑制全球经济增长，并削弱对马来西亚芯片的需求。他担心全球通货膨胀加速，尤其是在美国试图通过提高关税来“重塑”生产能力并孤立中国的背景下。扎夫鲁在访问英国时发出了这一警告，正值特朗普即将就职之际。
虽然他对美国对马来西亚的直接关税没有立即担忧，但扎夫鲁担心特朗普计划对中国进口征收高达60%的关税可能带来的间接影响。这种情况可能会对马来西亚日益增长的电子芯片市场产生冲击，投资决策已开始受到重新考虑。他指出，人工智能的快速发展对芯片的需求至关重要，但由于更高的关税和将业务转移到美国的成本上升，未来的投资可能会受到抑制，这将影响供应并进一步推高价格。
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Gamers get under Elon Musk’s skin in feud over Tesla chief’s playing skills
Elon Musk's reputation as a top-tier gamer took a significant hit after a disastrous live stream performance. During a session playing "Path of Exile 2," Musk, who claimed to have one of the highest-ranked characters, faced intense scrutiny from the gaming community. Viewers quickly pointed out his rookie mistakes and lack of familiarity with basic game mechanics, raising doubts about his gaming skills.
This backlash was fueled by the perception that Musk, despite his wealth and status, may have been faking his gaming prowess. Many comments likened his performance to that of a student unprepared for a presentation, suggesting that he might have hired assistance to maintain his elite gamer image. The incident not only embarrassed Musk but also sparked a broader conversation about authenticity in the gaming world and the pressures faced by public figures to uphold certain personas.
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Elon Musk's reputation as a top-tier gamer took a significant hit after a disastrous live stream performance. During a session playing "Path of Exile 2," Musk, who claimed to have one of the highest-ranked characters, faced intense scrutiny from the gaming community. Viewers quickly pointed out his rookie mistakes and lack of familiarity with basic game mechanics, raising doubts about his gaming skills.
This backlash was fueled by the perception that Musk, despite his wealth and status, may have been faking his gaming prowess. Many comments likened his performance to that of a student unprepared for a presentation, suggesting that he might have hired assistance to maintain his elite gamer image. The incident not only embarrassed Musk but also sparked a broader conversation about authenticity in the gaming world and the pressures faced by public figures to uphold certain personas.
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Showcase of 52 French masterpieces in Hong Kong sign of ‘strong friendship’
香港举办的52幅法国印象派和后印象派杰作展览彰显了这座城市与法国之间的“深厚友谊”。此次展览不仅促进了文化交流，还标志着香港在艺术领域的雄心。展览名为“香港赛马会系列：塞尚与雷诺阿的世界观——来自奥兰热里博物馆和奥赛博物馆的杰作”，在香港艺术馆举行，是两位画家首次大规模联合展出。
策展人Cécile Girardeau在采访中表示，这些画作的展出象征着中法之间的紧密联系，并且是去年庆祝两国建交60周年活动的延续。她强调，艺术是一种普遍的语言，能够让不同文化背景的人们共同分享美好体验。此次展览将持续到5月7日，普通票价为50港元（约6.40美元），优惠票价为25港元。
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香港举办的52幅法国印象派和后印象派杰作展览彰显了这座城市与法国之间的“深厚友谊”。此次展览不仅促进了文化交流，还标志着香港在艺术领域的雄心。展览名为“香港赛马会系列：塞尚与雷诺阿的世界观——来自奥兰热里博物馆和奥赛博物馆的杰作”，在香港艺术馆举行，是两位画家首次大规模联合展出。
策展人Cécile Girardeau在采访中表示，这些画作的展出象征着中法之间的紧密联系，并且是去年庆祝两国建交60周年活动的延续。她强调，艺术是一种普遍的语言，能够让不同文化背景的人们共同分享美好体验。此次展览将持续到5月7日，普通票价为50港元（约6.40美元），优惠票价为25港元。
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Chinese study finds hotpot ingredient can boost battery performance in the cold
中国科学家发现，来自魔芋植物的纤维可以改善水基锌电池在低温下的性能，防止其组件冻结。这种电池作为锂电池的替代品，具有较高的理论容量和更好的安全性，且锌的可获得性更广。
尽管水基锌电池具有这些优点，但其使用受到限制，因为电池中使用的水基电解液在低温下容易冻结。电解液是电池中允许电流在两个电极之间流动的成分。研究团队在《先进能源材料》期刊上发表的论文中指出，改善电解液的抗冻特性是电解液开发中的一个关键挑战。
该研究由湖南省长沙理工大学的团队主导，他们将魔芋葡甘露聚糖添加到电池的电解液中，以帮助破坏水中的氢键网络，从而抑制冻结。魔芋葡甘露聚糖是一种经济环保的有机聚合物，广泛用于低卡路里面条和火锅等菜肴中。
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中国科学家发现，来自魔芋植物的纤维可以改善水基锌电池在低温下的性能，防止其组件冻结。这种电池作为锂电池的替代品，具有较高的理论容量和更好的安全性，且锌的可获得性更广。
尽管水基锌电池具有这些优点，但其使用受到限制，因为电池中使用的水基电解液在低温下容易冻结。电解液是电池中允许电流在两个电极之间流动的成分。研究团队在《先进能源材料》期刊上发表的论文中指出，改善电解液的抗冻特性是电解液开发中的一个关键挑战。
该研究由湖南省长沙理工大学的团队主导，他们将魔芋葡甘露聚糖添加到电池的电解液中，以帮助破坏水中的氢键网络，从而抑制冻结。魔芋葡甘露聚糖是一种经济环保的有机聚合物，广泛用于低卡路里面条和火锅等菜肴中。
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How Thailand can tackle influx of cheap Chinese goods beyond tariffs and import bans
泰国对中国廉价商品的涌入表示担忧，呼吁政府采取关税和进口禁令以保护本地企业。自去年2月以来，中国商品在泰国进口中的占比显著上升，6月达到37.4%的峰值，9月略降至33.6%。
在2024年前八个月，多个行业的中国进口份额大幅增加，包括塑料和橡胶产品（43.5%）、纸浆和纸制品（33.2%）、金属制品（42%）以及汽车（35.2%）。这些严重低价的进口被视为对本地企业生存的经济威胁。例如，中国电动车制造商比亚迪在去年7月大幅降价，导致泰国消费者保护机构展开调查。官方数据显示，受中国进口激增影响的产品与2024年前九个月企业倒闭增加的行业相吻合。许多来自钢铁和汽车零部件行业的本地企业已要求政府采取切实行动来遏制中国进口，但迄今为止，泰国政府的反应较为温和，仅对低于1500泰铢的进口商品延长了7%的增值税，并加强了对增值税、关税及产品质量标准的执法。
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泰国对中国廉价商品的涌入表示担忧，呼吁政府采取关税和进口禁令以保护本地企业。自去年2月以来，中国商品在泰国进口中的占比显著上升，6月达到37.4%的峰值，9月略降至33.6%。
在2024年前八个月，多个行业的中国进口份额大幅增加，包括塑料和橡胶产品（43.5%）、纸浆和纸制品（33.2%）、金属制品（42%）以及汽车（35.2%）。这些严重低价的进口被视为对本地企业生存的经济威胁。例如，中国电动车制造商比亚迪在去年7月大幅降价，导致泰国消费者保护机构展开调查。官方数据显示，受中国进口激增影响的产品与2024年前九个月企业倒闭增加的行业相吻合。许多来自钢铁和汽车零部件行业的本地企业已要求政府采取切实行动来遏制中国进口，但迄今为止，泰国政府的反应较为温和，仅对低于1500泰铢的进口商品延长了7%的增值税，并加强了对增值税、关税及产品质量标准的执法。
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Trump prepares to carry out large immigration raid in Chicago after inauguration
特朗普即将上任的美国总统政府计划于他就职次日，在芝加哥开展大规模移民突袭。据《华尔街日报》报道，此次行动预计将于周二开始，持续一周，由美国移民和海关执法局（ICE）派出100到200名官员参与。
尽管特朗普的过渡团队尚未对此做出回应，但知情人士表示，ICE将全国范围内加强执法，并不会特别集中于芝加哥。即将上任的边境事务负责人汤姆·霍曼在事件中提到，“我们将在全国范围内进行行动”，并威胁如果芝加哥市长阻碍行动，将面临起诉。移民问题在特朗普的竞选活动中占据了核心位置，显示其将继续推动严格的移民政策。
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特朗普即将上任的美国总统政府计划于他就职次日，在芝加哥开展大规模移民突袭。据《华尔街日报》报道，此次行动预计将于周二开始，持续一周，由美国移民和海关执法局（ICE）派出100到200名官员参与。
尽管特朗普的过渡团队尚未对此做出回应，但知情人士表示，ICE将全国范围内加强执法，并不会特别集中于芝加哥。即将上任的边境事务负责人汤姆·霍曼在事件中提到，“我们将在全国范围内进行行动”，并威胁如果芝加哥市长阻碍行动，将面临起诉。移民问题在特朗普的竞选活动中占据了核心位置，显示其将继续推动严格的移民政策。
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Lunar New Year shopping: Hong Kong and Shenzhen battle for dollars and deals
零售商之间正在展开一场跨境竞争，争夺香港消费者的关注。随着农历新年临近，中国大陆的商家纷纷提供免费巴士服务，吸引香港人前往深圳购物，而香港的购物中心也在积极推出促销活动以提升销售额。
在经济环境疲软的背景下，零售商和旅游机构都在寻找吸引顾客的机会。旅游公司结合休闲旅行与购物，试图从中获利。一些商家甚至不惜重金投入市场，例如阿里巴巴旗下的生鲜超市Freshippo，计划在1月11日、12日、18日和19日提供免费巴士，直接接送香港消费者前往深圳的店铺，便于他们在农历新年之前购物。
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零售商之间正在展开一场跨境竞争，争夺香港消费者的关注。随着农历新年临近，中国大陆的商家纷纷提供免费巴士服务，吸引香港人前往深圳购物，而香港的购物中心也在积极推出促销活动以提升销售额。
在经济环境疲软的背景下，零售商和旅游机构都在寻找吸引顾客的机会。旅游公司结合休闲旅行与购物，试图从中获利。一些商家甚至不惜重金投入市场，例如阿里巴巴旗下的生鲜超市Freshippo，计划在1月11日、12日、18日和19日提供免费巴士，直接接送香港消费者前往深圳的店铺，便于他们在农历新年之前购物。
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Drivers of China’s science and tech goals revealed as US rivalry intensifies
中国的科学技术政策会议揭示了推动国家科技发展的关键官员阵容，显示出在敏感领域内统一领导的重要性。会议上，财政和教育部官员、学术领袖、地区政府首脑以及军事官员共同参与，表明了中央政府对科技创新的重视与协调。
此次会议由副总理丁薛祥主持，他同时担任中央科技委员会的负责人。这是自该委员会成立以来的第一次工作会议，丁薛祥的出席提升了会议的档次，以往会议通常由科技部长主持。丁薛祥在政界的地位，使得这次会议成为他作为委员会主席的首次重大政策会议。
丁薛祥在六月首次被确认担任委员会主席，此次会议标志着中国在科技自立自强方面的进一步努力，旨在加强国家在全球科技竞争中的地位。通过集结各方力量，政府希望能够更有效地推动科技进步和创新。
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中国的科学技术政策会议揭示了推动国家科技发展的关键官员阵容，显示出在敏感领域内统一领导的重要性。会议上，财政和教育部官员、学术领袖、地区政府首脑以及军事官员共同参与，表明了中央政府对科技创新的重视与协调。
此次会议由副总理丁薛祥主持，他同时担任中央科技委员会的负责人。这是自该委员会成立以来的第一次工作会议，丁薛祥的出席提升了会议的档次，以往会议通常由科技部长主持。丁薛祥在政界的地位，使得这次会议成为他作为委员会主席的首次重大政策会议。
丁薛祥在六月首次被确认担任委员会主席，此次会议标志着中国在科技自立自强方面的进一步努力，旨在加强国家在全球科技竞争中的地位。通过集结各方力量，政府希望能够更有效地推动科技进步和创新。
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Discovery of massive rare earth deposit in Yunnan a boost for China
中国在云南省发现了一座极为罕见的稀土元素矿藏， 这一发现有助于加强中国对全球关键矿物供应链的控制。稀土元素在生产高科技产品中至关重要，包括电动汽车、风力涡轮机和尖端国防系统。
据中国地质调查局报告，这一新发现的稀土矿藏主要包含中重稀土，其潜在资源总量达114.5万吨，其中包括超过47万吨的稀土关键元素如钕和铈。这种矿藏的发现是中国在2023年1月启动的一项寻找战略性资源的倡议的成果之一，目标资源包括锂、氦和稀土元素。
这一发现对于增强中国在稀土资源方面的优势、改善稀土产业链、并进一步巩固中国在中重稀土资源方面的战略主导地位具有重要意义。值得注意的是，中国已经是世界上最大的稀土元素生产国，根据美国地质调查局的报告，中国拥有44万吨的稀土元素矿藏。这个新发现的矿藏有望进一步巩固中国在全球稀土市场的领先地位。
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中国在云南省发现了一座极为罕见的稀土元素矿藏， 这一发现有助于加强中国对全球关键矿物供应链的控制。稀土元素在生产高科技产品中至关重要，包括电动汽车、风力涡轮机和尖端国防系统。
据中国地质调查局报告，这一新发现的稀土矿藏主要包含中重稀土，其潜在资源总量达114.5万吨，其中包括超过47万吨的稀土关键元素如钕和铈。这种矿藏的发现是中国在2023年1月启动的一项寻找战略性资源的倡议的成果之一，目标资源包括锂、氦和稀土元素。
这一发现对于增强中国在稀土资源方面的优势、改善稀土产业链、并进一步巩固中国在中重稀土资源方面的战略主导地位具有重要意义。值得注意的是，中国已经是世界上最大的稀土元素生产国，根据美国地质调查局的报告，中国拥有44万吨的稀土元素矿藏。这个新发现的矿藏有望进一步巩固中国在全球稀土市场的领先地位。
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Wynn looks to Vegas to remodel Macau’s US$28 billion casino hub into ‘1+4 economy’
Wynn Macau is strategically shifting its focus from traditional gambling to creating unique experiences, exemplified by its recent showcase of rare hypercars, including the US$4 million Lamborghini Veneno Roadster. This event attracted a wide range of visitors, including automobile enthusiasts and tourists from mainland China and beyond, highlighting Wynn's efforts to diversify its offerings and enhance its brand appeal.
President Linda Chen, drawing inspiration from the successful strategies of its Las Vegas parent company, emphasized the importance of memorable experiences in their marketing approach. The HK$1.5 billion showcase of hypercars, which included other luxury models like McLaren Speedtail and Ferrari FXX, was designed to imprint the Wynn brand on attendees. With Chen's prior experience at Wynn Resorts, the company aims to replicate the success of Las Vegas by setting trends and engaging visitors in immersive ways.
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Wynn Macau is strategically shifting its focus from traditional gambling to creating unique experiences, exemplified by its recent showcase of rare hypercars, including the US$4 million Lamborghini Veneno Roadster. This event attracted a wide range of visitors, including automobile enthusiasts and tourists from mainland China and beyond, highlighting Wynn's efforts to diversify its offerings and enhance its brand appeal.
President Linda Chen, drawing inspiration from the successful strategies of its Las Vegas parent company, emphasized the importance of memorable experiences in their marketing approach. The HK$1.5 billion showcase of hypercars, which included other luxury models like McLaren Speedtail and Ferrari FXX, was designed to imprint the Wynn brand on attendees. With Chen's prior experience at Wynn Resorts, the company aims to replicate the success of Las Vegas by setting trends and engaging visitors in immersive ways.
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‘America deserves TikTok’: YouTuber MrBeast bids for app after meeting ‘bunch of billionaires’
Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast, is making headlines with his bold proposal to buy TikTok amid concerns of a potential ban. The 26-year-old YouTube sensation, who has built a content empire with millions of followers and a successful snack line, recently expressed his intentions on social media, garnering significant attention and support.
Donaldson's interest in acquiring TikTok comes after he tweeted about the platform's uncertain future, which led to an influx of billionaire offers to collaborate on the purchase. In a follow-up message, he emphasized his seriousness, stating that he has a legal team ready and an offer prepared. His passionate plea highlights the cultural significance of TikTok in America and his desire to keep it accessible to users.
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Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast, is making headlines with his bold proposal to buy TikTok amid concerns of a potential ban. The 26-year-old YouTube sensation, who has built a content empire with millions of followers and a successful snack line, recently expressed his intentions on social media, garnering significant attention and support.
Donaldson's interest in acquiring TikTok comes after he tweeted about the platform's uncertain future, which led to an influx of billionaire offers to collaborate on the purchase. In a follow-up message, he emphasized his seriousness, stating that he has a legal team ready and an offer prepared. His passionate plea highlights the cultural significance of TikTok in America and his desire to keep it accessible to users.
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China’s Himalayan mega dam deepens India’s water worries
在西藏高原，雅鲁藏布江的水流正面临着一项价值1370亿美元的水电项目的威胁，这个项目是有史以来规模最大的水电工程。该项目一旦实施，将使雅鲁藏布江的水流成为中印两国竞争的新战场，影响数百万生活在下游的民众。
这个项目于上个月获得北京批准，预计将产生三倍于三峡大坝的电力。然而，分析人士警告说，尽管该项目可能不会立即引发冲突，但它为中印关系中已经存在的误信、边界冲突和区域野心的复杂局面增添了新的紧张因素。卡内基印度研究所的高级研究分析师希巴尼·梅塔指出，防止这一问题成为两国关系的新冲突点是新德里和北京面临的真正挑战。
此外，边界紧张局势仍然是影响两国关系的主要因素。印度贾瓦哈arl·尼赫鲁大学的中国研究教授斯里坎特·孔达帕利表示，边界地区的去紧张化没有进展，就不会有双边关系的改善。这一背景使得水资源争夺战的潜在影响更加复杂。
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在西藏高原，雅鲁藏布江的水流正面临着一项价值1370亿美元的水电项目的威胁，这个项目是有史以来规模最大的水电工程。该项目一旦实施，将使雅鲁藏布江的水流成为中印两国竞争的新战场，影响数百万生活在下游的民众。
这个项目于上个月获得北京批准，预计将产生三倍于三峡大坝的电力。然而，分析人士警告说，尽管该项目可能不会立即引发冲突，但它为中印关系中已经存在的误信、边界冲突和区域野心的复杂局面增添了新的紧张因素。卡内基印度研究所的高级研究分析师希巴尼·梅塔指出，防止这一问题成为两国关系的新冲突点是新德里和北京面临的真正挑战。
此外，边界紧张局势仍然是影响两国关系的主要因素。印度贾瓦哈arl·尼赫鲁大学的中国研究教授斯里坎特·孔达帕利表示，边界地区的去紧张化没有进展，就不会有双边关系的改善。这一背景使得水资源争夺战的潜在影响更加复杂。
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