FDA approves GSK vaccine to combat meningococcal infections
美国食品药品监督管理局(FDA)批准了英国制药公司葛兰素史克(GSK)的联合疫苗Penmenvy，用于10至25岁人群，以预防脑膜炎球菌感染。该疫苗结合了GSK现有两种疫苗Bexsero和Menveo的免疫成分，旨在预防五种最常见的脑膜炎球菌。
脑膜炎球菌感染是由脑膜炎奈瑟菌引起的，可能导致严重的、甚至致命的血液感染，以及脑和脊髓的严重肿胀。美国疾病控制与预防中心(CDC)的数据显示，自2021年以来，脑膜炎球菌病例急剧增加，目前已超过疫情前的水平。GSK表示，Penmenvy联合疫苗的推出，通过一次注射提供多种保护，有望简化疫苗接种流程，提高疫苗接种率。
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美国食品药品监督管理局(FDA)批准了英国制药公司葛兰素史克(GSK)的联合疫苗Penmenvy，用于10至25岁人群，以预防脑膜炎球菌感染。该疫苗结合了GSK现有两种疫苗Bexsero和Menveo的免疫成分，旨在预防五种最常见的脑膜炎球菌。
脑膜炎球菌感染是由脑膜炎奈瑟菌引起的，可能导致严重的、甚至致命的血液感染，以及脑和脊髓的严重肿胀。美国疾病控制与预防中心(CDC)的数据显示，自2021年以来，脑膜炎球菌病例急剧增加，目前已超过疫情前的水平。GSK表示，Penmenvy联合疫苗的推出，通过一次注射提供多种保护，有望简化疫苗接种流程，提高疫苗接种率。
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Hong Kong police arrest 4, seize HK$5.5 million of drugs including ‘space oil’
香港警方捣破两个毒品包装和分销中心，逮捕四人，并查获价值超过550万港元（约706,540美元）的非法物质，其中包括新出现的“太空油”。被捕的两男两女年龄在27至41岁之间，他们涉嫌参与涉及太空油、冰毒和海洛因等危险药物的毒品交易，其中一些人有三合会背景。
警方表示，其中一起案件涉及油麻地的一个住宅单位，该单位涉嫌被用作太空油的分销中心。警员截查了一对男女，并在他们身上发现了含有太空油的电子烟弹。搜查该单位后，警方发现了另一名女子，她持有疑似含有非法药物的液体和粉末。此前，香港已将用于制造太空油的几种关键成分归类为与可卡因相同的类别，以打击青少年中使用太空油的现象。
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香港警方捣破两个毒品包装和分销中心，逮捕四人，并查获价值超过550万港元（约706,540美元）的非法物质，其中包括新出现的“太空油”。被捕的两男两女年龄在27至41岁之间，他们涉嫌参与涉及太空油、冰毒和海洛因等危险药物的毒品交易，其中一些人有三合会背景。
警方表示，其中一起案件涉及油麻地的一个住宅单位，该单位涉嫌被用作太空油的分销中心。警员截查了一对男女，并在他们身上发现了含有太空油的电子烟弹。搜查该单位后，警方发现了另一名女子，她持有疑似含有非法药物的液体和粉末。此前，香港已将用于制造太空油的几种关键成分归类为与可卡因相同的类别，以打击青少年中使用太空油的现象。
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Helper’s Hong Kong court victory in sexual harassment case ‘rare but encouraging’
香港一名印尼籍家佣状告雇主性骚扰胜诉，这一罕见的法律胜利有望鼓励更多受害家佣勇敢发声。该案件中，雇主林某在女佣入职后不久便提出性要求并要求其生育，被法院认定为构成“充满敌意和威胁”的工作环境。
法院判决林某需向女佣支付共计182,387港元的赔偿金。亚洲移工协调机构发言人表示，家佣作为弱势群体，通常难以收集足够的证据来支持性侵或性骚扰指控，而本案女佣录音取证的做法值得借鉴，为其他受害者提供了维权的范例。
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香港一名印尼籍家佣状告雇主性骚扰胜诉，这一罕见的法律胜利有望鼓励更多受害家佣勇敢发声。该案件中，雇主林某在女佣入职后不久便提出性要求并要求其生育，被法院认定为构成“充满敌意和威胁”的工作环境。
法院判决林某需向女佣支付共计182,387港元的赔偿金。亚洲移工协调机构发言人表示，家佣作为弱势群体，通常难以收集足够的证据来支持性侵或性骚扰指控，而本案女佣录音取证的做法值得借鉴，为其他受害者提供了维权的范例。
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DeepSeek, ancient Chinese wisdom combine as Wang Yi underlines China’s resolve in Munich
中国外交部长王毅在慕尼黑安全会议上巧妙地推广了中国初创公司DeepSeek的人工智能模型。在谈及中美关系时，他引用了难以翻译的中国古代谚语，并笑着建议与会者使用DeepSeek来寻求帮助。
王毅部长引用《易经》和金庸小说中的语句，一方面强调了中国维护主权和尊严的决心，另一方面也展示了中国哲学中以柔克刚、顺应自然的思想。此举正值DeepSeek等中国AI企业在国际舞台上崭露头角之际，展示了中国科技的自信。
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中国外交部长王毅在慕尼黑安全会议上巧妙地推广了中国初创公司DeepSeek的人工智能模型。在谈及中美关系时，他引用了难以翻译的中国古代谚语，并笑着建议与会者使用DeepSeek来寻求帮助。
王毅部长引用《易经》和金庸小说中的语句，一方面强调了中国维护主权和尊严的决心，另一方面也展示了中国哲学中以柔克刚、顺应自然的思想。此举正值DeepSeek等中国AI企业在国际舞台上崭露头角之际，展示了中国科技的自信。
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Zelensky calls for European army to deter Russia, earn US respect
乌克兰总统泽连斯基在慕尼黑安全会议上呼吁欧洲建立自己的军队，他认为欧洲不能再确定美国会提供保护，只有拥有强大的军队才能赢得华盛顿的尊重。他还强调，基辅永远不会接受任何背着乌克兰达成的结束与俄罗斯战争的协议。
泽连斯基表示，美国副总统万斯前一天的讲话表明，欧美关系正在发生变化，不能排除美国在威胁欧洲的问题上拒绝欧洲的可能性。他预测俄罗斯总统普京会试图邀请美国总统特朗普参加5月9日的二战胜利纪念日阅兵，并将其作为“自己表演中的一个道具”，而非作为受人尊敬的领导人。
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乌克兰总统泽连斯基在慕尼黑安全会议上呼吁欧洲建立自己的军队，他认为欧洲不能再确定美国会提供保护，只有拥有强大的军队才能赢得华盛顿的尊重。他还强调，基辅永远不会接受任何背着乌克兰达成的结束与俄罗斯战争的协议。
泽连斯基表示，美国副总统万斯前一天的讲话表明，欧美关系正在发生变化，不能排除美国在威胁欧洲的问题上拒绝欧洲的可能性。他预测俄罗斯总统普京会试图邀请美国总统特朗普参加5月9日的二战胜利纪念日阅兵，并将其作为“自己表演中的一个道具”，而非作为受人尊敬的领导人。
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China’s Tianjin city adopts DeepSeek as part of rush to embrace domestic AI industry
天津市河北区政府宣布采用中国人工智能系统DeepSeek，标志着中国加速拥抱国产AI技术。该系统将部署在天津AI计算中心，为当地企业提供算力支持，无需自建昂贵的服务器即可使用DeepSeek的各种模型。
天津AI计算中心是河北区与华为合作的项目，于2023年3月启动，配备华为国产的300PFlop算力基础设施。DeepSeek与OpenAI的ChatGPT不同，采用开源框架，更利于本土企业使用和发展AI技术。
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天津市河北区政府宣布采用中国人工智能系统DeepSeek，标志着中国加速拥抱国产AI技术。该系统将部署在天津AI计算中心，为当地企业提供算力支持，无需自建昂贵的服务器即可使用DeepSeek的各种模型。
天津AI计算中心是河北区与华为合作的项目，于2023年3月启动，配备华为国产的300PFlop算力基础设施。DeepSeek与OpenAI的ChatGPT不同，采用开源框架，更利于本土企业使用和发展AI技术。
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Chinese footballer, brain-dead after accident, is flown home as family search for answers
北京足协被指“拖延”公布郭家轩事故的关键信息。 一位知情人士透露，在郭家轩于西班牙训练赛中意外受伤后，北京足协未能及时提供保险证明，并延迟公布事故发生后的队内救援过程以及送医过程等关键信息。
郭家轩是北京国安U20队的球员，在马德里与阿尔科本达斯队的训练赛中，因与对方球员相撞导致蛛网膜下腔出血，一度脑死亡并依靠生命支持系统。尽管北京足协发布声明称事发后双方队医迅速进行现场急救，并由直升机送往医院，但外界对救援过程的透明度仍存疑，目前郭家轩已乘医疗专机返回北京，但病情恶化。
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北京足协被指“拖延”公布郭家轩事故的关键信息。 一位知情人士透露，在郭家轩于西班牙训练赛中意外受伤后，北京足协未能及时提供保险证明，并延迟公布事故发生后的队内救援过程以及送医过程等关键信息。
郭家轩是北京国安U20队的球员，在马德里与阿尔科本达斯队的训练赛中，因与对方球员相撞导致蛛网膜下腔出血，一度脑死亡并依靠生命支持系统。尽管北京足协发布声明称事发后双方队医迅速进行现场急救，并由直升机送往医院，但外界对救援过程的透明度仍存疑，目前郭家轩已乘医疗专机返回北京，但病情恶化。
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UN chief warns against regional war over DR Congo at Africa summit
联合国秘书长古特雷斯在非盟峰会上呼吁尊重刚果民主共和国（DRC）的“领土完整”，避免区域战争。此前一天，在卢旺达支持下的武装分子占领了刚果（金）的第二个省会城市。刚果（金）东部的冲突日益激烈，预计将成为本次在亚的斯亚贝巴开幕的非盟峰会的主要议题。
在国际社会加大对卢旺达施压，要求其遏制刚果（金）东部战事之际，卢旺达总统卡加梅出席了峰会。但由于M23武装在刚果（金）境内推进，刚果（金）总统齐塞克迪缺席了本次会议。上个月，在击溃刚果（金）军队并占领北基伍省的重要省会戈马后，在卢旺达支持下的M23武装继续向邻近的南基伍省推进，并在周五几乎未受阻碍地占领了另一个重要城市布卡武。
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联合国秘书长古特雷斯在非盟峰会上呼吁尊重刚果民主共和国（DRC）的“领土完整”，避免区域战争。此前一天，在卢旺达支持下的武装分子占领了刚果（金）的第二个省会城市。刚果（金）东部的冲突日益激烈，预计将成为本次在亚的斯亚贝巴开幕的非盟峰会的主要议题。
在国际社会加大对卢旺达施压，要求其遏制刚果（金）东部战事之际，卢旺达总统卡加梅出席了峰会。但由于M23武装在刚果（金）境内推进，刚果（金）总统齐塞克迪缺席了本次会议。上个月，在击溃刚果（金）军队并占领北基伍省的重要省会戈马后，在卢旺达支持下的M23武装继续向邻近的南基伍省推进，并在周五几乎未受阻碍地占领了另一个重要城市布卡武。
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Chinese spatial design firm Manycore Tech files for IPO in Hong Kong
Manycore Tech, a Chinese start-up operating the world's largest spatial design platform, has applied for an IPO in Hong Kong. This comes three years after the company's previous attempt to list on the Nasdaq stock exchange lapsed. The Hangzhou-based company is recognized as one of the city’s “Six Little Dragons,” a group of promising tech companies.
Manycore's IPO filing, sponsored by JPMorgan and CCB International, did not specify the amount the company intends to raise. However, a Bloomberg report from last year suggested the company was aiming for US$200 million. The company touts itself as the largest spatial design platform globally by monthly active users in 2023, and the largest software provider in China's spatial design industry by revenue in the same year. Founded in 2011, Manycore's valuation reached US$2 billion in 2020 after a funding round.
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Manycore Tech, a Chinese start-up operating the world's largest spatial design platform, has applied for an IPO in Hong Kong. This comes three years after the company's previous attempt to list on the Nasdaq stock exchange lapsed. The Hangzhou-based company is recognized as one of the city’s “Six Little Dragons,” a group of promising tech companies.
Manycore's IPO filing, sponsored by JPMorgan and CCB International, did not specify the amount the company intends to raise. However, a Bloomberg report from last year suggested the company was aiming for US$200 million. The company touts itself as the largest spatial design platform globally by monthly active users in 2023, and the largest software provider in China's spatial design industry by revenue in the same year. Founded in 2011, Manycore's valuation reached US$2 billion in 2020 after a funding round.
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Tequila hangover for Mexicans who bet the farm on growing agave as prices plunge amid glut
The tequila boom, fueled by celebrity endorsements and soaring exports, has paradoxically led to a price slump for agave farmers in Mexico. Tequila exports have surged in recent years, reaching a record 402 million liters last year, driven by demand from countries like the United States, Germany, and China. This rapid growth initially caused an agave shortage, pushing prices up to 35 pesos per kilo.
However, the increased demand prompted many farmers to plant more agave, resulting in a supply glut and subsequent price drop. Francisco Javier Guzman, head of the Barzon Agavero organization, representing about 5,000 traditional agave producers, highlights the challenges faced by these farmers as they grapple with the economic consequences of the tequila industry's fluctuating fortunes.
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The tequila boom, fueled by celebrity endorsements and soaring exports, has paradoxically led to a price slump for agave farmers in Mexico. Tequila exports have surged in recent years, reaching a record 402 million liters last year, driven by demand from countries like the United States, Germany, and China. This rapid growth initially caused an agave shortage, pushing prices up to 35 pesos per kilo.
However, the increased demand prompted many farmers to plant more agave, resulting in a supply glut and subsequent price drop. Francisco Javier Guzman, head of the Barzon Agavero organization, representing about 5,000 traditional agave producers, highlights the challenges faced by these farmers as they grapple with the economic consequences of the tequila industry's fluctuating fortunes.
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US interference in German election unacceptable, Scholz says
德国总理朔尔茨公开反对美国副总统万斯有关欧洲应向极右翼政党敞开大门的言论，强调德国不接受外部势力干预选举。朔尔茨在慕尼黑安全会议上直接回应了万斯此前的讲话，并捍卫了德国禁止极右翼势力参与执政联盟的立场。
朔尔茨特别提到了万斯参观纳粹德国达豪集中营一事，并指出正是因为纳粹犯下的滔天罪行，绝大多数德国人都坚决反对那些美化或为纳粹罪行辩护的人。他强调，德国极右翼政党德国另类选择党（AfD）的部分成员就曾试图淡化纳粹罪行，这是德国社会无法接受的。
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德国总理朔尔茨公开反对美国副总统万斯有关欧洲应向极右翼政党敞开大门的言论，强调德国不接受外部势力干预选举。朔尔茨在慕尼黑安全会议上直接回应了万斯此前的讲话，并捍卫了德国禁止极右翼势力参与执政联盟的立场。
朔尔茨特别提到了万斯参观纳粹德国达豪集中营一事，并指出正是因为纳粹犯下的滔天罪行，绝大多数德国人都坚决反对那些美化或为纳粹罪行辩护的人。他强调，德国极右翼政党德国另类选择党（AfD）的部分成员就曾试图淡化纳粹罪行，这是德国社会无法接受的。
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US aid freeze presents an opportunity for China in Afghanistan. Will it take it?
A temporary freeze on US foreign aid by President Trump could create an opening for China to increase its influence in Afghanistan. However, analysts believe that Beijing is unlikely to significantly step up its engagement to fill the void left by the potential reduction in American assistance.
The US has historically been a major aid provider to Afghanistan, even after its military withdrawal in 2021. Through USAID, the US has indirectly funded crucial programs in areas like health, food security, agriculture, and education. A reduction in this aid could weaken US influence and leave Afghanistan vulnerable, but China's reluctance to fully replace US aid suggests a cautious approach to deeper involvement in the region.
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A temporary freeze on US foreign aid by President Trump could create an opening for China to increase its influence in Afghanistan. However, analysts believe that Beijing is unlikely to significantly step up its engagement to fill the void left by the potential reduction in American assistance.
The US has historically been a major aid provider to Afghanistan, even after its military withdrawal in 2021. Through USAID, the US has indirectly funded crucial programs in areas like health, food security, agriculture, and education. A reduction in this aid could weaken US influence and leave Afghanistan vulnerable, but China's reluctance to fully replace US aid suggests a cautious approach to deeper involvement in the region.
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China potter crafts urn for late wife, plans reunion by blending ashes after he dies
A Chinese potter, Piao Shutang, has created a clay urn containing his late wife's ashes, with the intention of having his own remains placed within it after his death, symbolizing a final reunion. Piao's wife, Lang Aikun, passed away from cancer in 2023, ending a 30-year marriage defined by shared passion for pottery and traditional Chinese musical instruments.
Piao and Lang were both inheritors of the ancient craft of xun making, a traditional Chinese vessel dating back 7,000 years. Their relationship was described as "qin se he ming," a Chinese idiom for conjugal bliss, as they collaborated on pottery, researched ancient instruments, and taught children about xun. Piao shared a video on social media on February 5th, showcasing the urn he made to fulfill his promise to Lang.
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A Chinese potter, Piao Shutang, has created a clay urn containing his late wife's ashes, with the intention of having his own remains placed within it after his death, symbolizing a final reunion. Piao's wife, Lang Aikun, passed away from cancer in 2023, ending a 30-year marriage defined by shared passion for pottery and traditional Chinese musical instruments.
Piao and Lang were both inheritors of the ancient craft of xun making, a traditional Chinese vessel dating back 7,000 years. Their relationship was described as "qin se he ming," a Chinese idiom for conjugal bliss, as they collaborated on pottery, researched ancient instruments, and taught children about xun. Piao shared a video on social media on February 5th, showcasing the urn he made to fulfill his promise to Lang.
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Body found in waters off Hong Kong’s Tseung Kwan O
香港警方正在调查一宗在将军澳大坳门路附近海域发现的男性尸体案件。该男子被确认为当场死亡，年龄估计在35至45岁之间，身高约1.75米。
警方表示，死者为一名华人男子，身上未发现任何身份证明文件。一名行人于周六上午8点05分报警，称发现了该尸体，消防员随后赶到现场，将距离岸边约30米的尸体打捞上岸。
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香港警方正在调查一宗在将军澳大坳门路附近海域发现的男性尸体案件。该男子被确认为当场死亡，年龄估计在35至45岁之间，身高约1.75米。
警方表示，死者为一名华人男子，身上未发现任何身份证明文件。一名行人于周六上午8点05分报警，称发现了该尸体，消防员随后赶到现场，将距离岸边约30米的尸体打捞上岸。
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Hong Kong urged to use real-name system for tickets as some hit HK$200,000
香港消费者委员会呼吁实行演唱会门票实名制，以打击黄牛炒票行为。起因是近期谢霆锋演唱会门票在二级市场被炒至高达20万港元，这一现象引发了公众对票务市场乱象的关注。
消委会总干事黄凤娴表示，希望通过实名制购票，规范市场秩序，使其更加稳定。据悉，谢霆锋演唱会将在启德体育园举行，他是首位在此场地表演的华人歌手。尽管官方票价最低为680港元，但热门位置的门票在Viagogo等平台已被炒至天价。
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香港消费者委员会呼吁实行演唱会门票实名制，以打击黄牛炒票行为。起因是近期谢霆锋演唱会门票在二级市场被炒至高达20万港元，这一现象引发了公众对票务市场乱象的关注。
消委会总干事黄凤娴表示，希望通过实名制购票，规范市场秩序，使其更加稳定。据悉，谢霆锋演唱会将在启德体育园举行，他是首位在此场地表演的华人歌手。尽管官方票价最低为680港元，但热门位置的门票在Viagogo等平台已被炒至天价。
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Myanmar militia ready to deport 10,000 cyber scam workers
一支缅甸民族民兵组织表示，正准备将控制区域内与网络诈骗有关联的10000人驱逐到泰国。此举是打击非法诈骗园区行动的一部分，这些诈骗园区在缅甸边境地区迅速涌现，从业人员多为被拐卖和强迫劳动的外国人，他们通过诈骗全球各地的人们牟取暴利，该产业价值数十亿美元。
克伦边防部队（BGF）发言人奈茂佐少校表示，他们已宣布清除所有在其控制区域内的诈骗活动，目前正在执行。他们已经列出名单，准备将约10000人转移到泰国，预计每天将分批驱逐500人。BGF已经将61人通过边境桥梁送往泰国，并准备每天移交“约500人，其中包括许多不同国籍的人”。泰国媒体报道称，负责泰国达府边境安全的军事工作组已与BGF领导人协调，准备接收来自诈骗园区的7000名工人。
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一支缅甸民族民兵组织表示，正准备将控制区域内与网络诈骗有关联的10000人驱逐到泰国。此举是打击非法诈骗园区行动的一部分，这些诈骗园区在缅甸边境地区迅速涌现，从业人员多为被拐卖和强迫劳动的外国人，他们通过诈骗全球各地的人们牟取暴利，该产业价值数十亿美元。
克伦边防部队（BGF）发言人奈茂佐少校表示，他们已宣布清除所有在其控制区域内的诈骗活动，目前正在执行。他们已经列出名单，准备将约10000人转移到泰国，预计每天将分批驱逐500人。BGF已经将61人通过边境桥梁送往泰国，并准备每天移交“约500人，其中包括许多不同国籍的人”。泰国媒体报道称，负责泰国达府边境安全的军事工作组已与BGF领导人协调，准备接收来自诈骗园区的7000名工人。
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Why Asia’s young women are going ‘boy sober’ and swiping left on romance
越来越多的新加坡年轻女性正在选择不遵循传统的“剧本”——努力学习、认真恋爱、申请公共住房、结婚生子。她们更倾向于追求个人自由和事业发展，重新定义幸福的含义。
对于一些女性来说，例如30岁的Candace，工作性质让她可以在世界各地旅行，因此约会变得不那么重要。而对于另一些女性，例如27岁的Tessa，在经历令人失望的约会和“被消失”的经历后，她们开始反思婚姻之外的幸福。她们更看重个人的选择和生活方式，不再将婚姻视为人生的必选项。
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越来越多的新加坡年轻女性正在选择不遵循传统的“剧本”——努力学习、认真恋爱、申请公共住房、结婚生子。她们更倾向于追求个人自由和事业发展，重新定义幸福的含义。
对于一些女性来说，例如30岁的Candace，工作性质让她可以在世界各地旅行，因此约会变得不那么重要。而对于另一些女性，例如27岁的Tessa，在经历令人失望的约会和“被消失”的经历后，她们开始反思婚姻之外的幸福。她们更看重个人的选择和生活方式，不再将婚姻视为人生的必选项。
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UN peacekeeper wounded as Hezbollah supporters protest
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has vowed to punish those responsible for attacking a United Nations peacekeeping convoy. This incident, which involved setting a UNIFIL vehicle on fire and injuring a Nepalese deputy force commander, has drawn strong condemnation from both the UN and Lebanese authorities.
The attack occurred amidst rising tensions, as Hezbollah supporters blocked the road to Lebanon's only international airport for a second night in protest of a decision to bar two Iranian planes from landing. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has also condemned the "criminal attack" and promised arrests, while an emergency security meeting has been called to address the situation and ensure stability.
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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has vowed to punish those responsible for attacking a United Nations peacekeeping convoy. This incident, which involved setting a UNIFIL vehicle on fire and injuring a Nepalese deputy force commander, has drawn strong condemnation from both the UN and Lebanese authorities.
The attack occurred amidst rising tensions, as Hezbollah supporters blocked the road to Lebanon's only international airport for a second night in protest of a decision to bar two Iranian planes from landing. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has also condemned the "criminal attack" and promised arrests, while an emergency security meeting has been called to address the situation and ensure stability.
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Trump’s reciprocal tariff plan to hurt Hong Kong, mainland manufacturers: experts
香港和中国内地的制造商将受到唐纳德·特朗普计划对所有进口商品征收互惠关税的影响，因为很难找到替代美国市场的方案。专家表示，这种一刀切的做法也可能消除其他亚洲国家生产商的竞争优势。
特朗普周四宣布了对所有进口商品征收定制互惠关税的计划，理由是其他国家对美国商品征收关税。新关税将在美国管理和预算办公室进行为期六个月的评估后生效，美国贸易代表和商务部将负责在国别基础上提出新的关税方案。根据香港政府统计处的数据，关税可能会影响香港对美国的2955.7亿港元（379.8亿美元）的出口额（截至2024年）。美国是香港第二大出口市场，仅次于中国内地。香港中小型企业联合会名誉主席刘达邦对这项政策的不可预测性表示失望。
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香港和中国内地的制造商将受到唐纳德·特朗普计划对所有进口商品征收互惠关税的影响，因为很难找到替代美国市场的方案。专家表示，这种一刀切的做法也可能消除其他亚洲国家生产商的竞争优势。
特朗普周四宣布了对所有进口商品征收定制互惠关税的计划，理由是其他国家对美国商品征收关税。新关税将在美国管理和预算办公室进行为期六个月的评估后生效，美国贸易代表和商务部将负责在国别基础上提出新的关税方案。根据香港政府统计处的数据，关税可能会影响香港对美国的2955.7亿港元（379.8亿美元）的出口额（截至2024年）。美国是香港第二大出口市场，仅次于中国内地。香港中小型企业联合会名誉主席刘达邦对这项政策的不可预测性表示失望。
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Trump’s ‘big stick diplomacy’ won’t go far in today’s world system
The US government, grappling with a record US$36 trillion in debt, may consider revaluing its gold reserves to ease financial pressures. This potential move comes as the cost of maintaining a dominant global military presence strains the US economy, making it increasingly reliant on borrowing.
The US Treasury holds a substantial gold reserve, currently valued at a fraction of its market price. Revaluing these holdings from the notional US$42.22 per ounce to the current market price of around US$2,800 could significantly boost the asset side of the national balance sheet. Furthermore, a potential decrease in the interest rate differential between the US dollar and the Japanese yen could reduce capital inflows into US Treasury securities, adding further pressure on the bond market and highlighting the need for the US to explore options for managing its debt.
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The US government, grappling with a record US$36 trillion in debt, may consider revaluing its gold reserves to ease financial pressures. This potential move comes as the cost of maintaining a dominant global military presence strains the US economy, making it increasingly reliant on borrowing.
The US Treasury holds a substantial gold reserve, currently valued at a fraction of its market price. Revaluing these holdings from the notional US$42.22 per ounce to the current market price of around US$2,800 could significantly boost the asset side of the national balance sheet. Furthermore, a potential decrease in the interest rate differential between the US dollar and the Japanese yen could reduce capital inflows into US Treasury securities, adding further pressure on the bond market and highlighting the need for the US to explore options for managing its debt.
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