Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park breezes through first real crowd control test
香港启德体育园在周六晚的开幕典礼后，成功通过了首次人群控制措施的考验，约33,000名观众在典礼结束后迅速疏散。观众在晚上8:35典礼结束后，大约20分钟内离开了启德体育馆。
为了避免拥挤，部分观众提前约15分钟开始离场。警方提供的“轻松离开”应用程序显示，在晚上8:50的高峰期，从体育馆步行至宋皇台和启德地铁站分别需要10分钟和21分钟，正常情况下则大约需要18分钟。有观众表示担心人群控制措施会给离场带来不便，因此选择提前离开。
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香港启德体育园在周六晚的开幕典礼后，成功通过了首次人群控制措施的考验，约33,000名观众在典礼结束后迅速疏散。观众在晚上8:35典礼结束后，大约20分钟内离开了启德体育馆。
为了避免拥挤，部分观众提前约15分钟开始离场。警方提供的“轻松离开”应用程序显示，在晚上8:50的高峰期，从体育馆步行至宋皇台和启德地铁站分别需要10分钟和21分钟，正常情况下则大约需要18分钟。有观众表示担心人群控制措施会给离场带来不便，因此选择提前离开。
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Taiwan plans to take defence spending to 3% of GDP. Will it ease US pressure?
台湾计划将国防开支提高到至少占GDP的3%，以回应美国的要求，但此举的可行性以及对其他政府开支的潜在影响引发了质疑。分析人士认为，最大的问题是，这一旨在展示台湾自卫决心的预算增长，是否足以满足美国总统特朗普的要求。
台湾领导人赖清德在一次高级别安全会议后宣布了这一举措，此前特朗普再次威胁要对台湾的芯片产品征收更高的关税。特朗普指责台湾夺走了美国的半导体业务，并誓言要将其带回美国，同时威胁要征收高额关税和经济制裁。数据显示，台湾对美国的贸易顺差去年飙升至创纪录的648.8亿美元。
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台湾计划将国防开支提高到至少占GDP的3%，以回应美国的要求，但此举的可行性以及对其他政府开支的潜在影响引发了质疑。分析人士认为，最大的问题是，这一旨在展示台湾自卫决心的预算增长，是否足以满足美国总统特朗普的要求。
台湾领导人赖清德在一次高级别安全会议后宣布了这一举措，此前特朗普再次威胁要对台湾的芯片产品征收更高的关税。特朗普指责台湾夺走了美国的半导体业务，并誓言要将其带回美国，同时威胁要征收高额关税和经济制裁。数据显示，台湾对美国的贸易顺差去年飙升至创纪录的648.8亿美元。
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European satellite launcher set for first commercial blast-off
欧洲的阿丽亚娜6号运载火箭在多次延期后，将于周一进行首次商业发射，将一颗法国军事情报卫星送入太空。此次从法属圭亚那库鲁基地发射对欧洲建立安全自主至关重要，尤其是在美俄外交关系缓和的背景下。
阿丽亚娜6号的成功发射对欧洲至关重要，因为阿丽亚娜5号已于2023年退役，且自2022年俄罗斯入侵乌克兰以来，欧洲无法使用俄罗斯的联盟号火箭进行卫星发射。该火箭于去年7月成功完成测试，并计划今年执行五次发射任务。此次发射原定于12月进行，后因卫星运抵库鲁基地的问题，被推迟至2月26日和3月3日。
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欧洲的阿丽亚娜6号运载火箭在多次延期后，将于周一进行首次商业发射，将一颗法国军事情报卫星送入太空。此次从法属圭亚那库鲁基地发射对欧洲建立安全自主至关重要，尤其是在美俄外交关系缓和的背景下。
阿丽亚娜6号的成功发射对欧洲至关重要，因为阿丽亚娜5号已于2023年退役，且自2022年俄罗斯入侵乌克兰以来，欧洲无法使用俄罗斯的联盟号火箭进行卫星发射。该火箭于去年7月成功完成测试，并计划今年执行五次发射任务。此次发射原定于12月进行，后因卫星运抵库鲁基地的问题，被推迟至2月26日和3月3日。
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China’s media plays up Russian response to Trump-Zelensky White House clash
A reported shouting match between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky led to the cancellation of a deal intended to counter Chinese dominance in critical mineral supply chains. While Beijing has remained officially silent, Chinese state media is reporting on the incident, citing Russian sources who appear to be taking a mocking tone towards Zelensky.
The deal between Kyiv and Washington aimed to exploit Ukraine's critical minerals. However, the Oval Office meeting reportedly devolved into a shouting match just before the signing. Russian officials, quoted by CCTV, commented on the altercation, with one suggesting Trump showed "restraint" by not physically assaulting Zelensky, highlighting the strained relations and geopolitical implications of the failed agreement.
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A reported shouting match between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky led to the cancellation of a deal intended to counter Chinese dominance in critical mineral supply chains. While Beijing has remained officially silent, Chinese state media is reporting on the incident, citing Russian sources who appear to be taking a mocking tone towards Zelensky.
The deal between Kyiv and Washington aimed to exploit Ukraine's critical minerals. However, the Oval Office meeting reportedly devolved into a shouting match just before the signing. Russian officials, quoted by CCTV, commented on the altercation, with one suggesting Trump showed "restraint" by not physically assaulting Zelensky, highlighting the strained relations and geopolitical implications of the failed agreement.
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Cambodia returns 119 Thais in crackdown on cyberscam centres
柬埔寨驱逐了119名泰国人，他们此前因涉嫌参与网络诈骗活动而被捕。 这些泰国人（61名男性和58名女性）被指控非法进入柬埔寨工作和居留，他们是2月22日至23日在波贝市突击搜查涉嫌网络诈骗中心时被拘留的230名外国人的一部分。这次驱逐行动是东南亚地区打击非法网络诈骗中心的一部分。
近年来，网络诈骗中心在东南亚地区迅速蔓延，这些中心引诱外国人从事诈骗活动，通过网络情缘和加密货币投资等手段欺骗他人。柬埔寨当局在2022年末对这些非法场所展开了高调的突击搜查。此次驱逐行动发生之前，泰国总理佩通丹·西那瓦刚刚访问了与波贝相邻的泰国城镇沙缴，旨在“消灭呼叫中心团伙”。
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柬埔寨驱逐了119名泰国人，他们此前因涉嫌参与网络诈骗活动而被捕。 这些泰国人（61名男性和58名女性）被指控非法进入柬埔寨工作和居留，他们是2月22日至23日在波贝市突击搜查涉嫌网络诈骗中心时被拘留的230名外国人的一部分。这次驱逐行动是东南亚地区打击非法网络诈骗中心的一部分。
近年来，网络诈骗中心在东南亚地区迅速蔓延，这些中心引诱外国人从事诈骗活动，通过网络情缘和加密货币投资等手段欺骗他人。柬埔寨当局在2022年末对这些非法场所展开了高调的突击搜查。此次驱逐行动发生之前，泰国总理佩通丹·西那瓦刚刚访问了与波贝相邻的泰国城镇沙缴，旨在“消灭呼叫中心团伙”。
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Time to start preparing for the AI-in-everything era
Recent advancements in artificial intelligence, highlighted by the launch of sophisticated chatbots like DeepSeek’s R1 and Elon Musk’s Grok-3, are sparking debate about AI's transformative potential on how we live, learn, and work. While some believe AI's impact will be limited by factors such as user adoption and the irreplaceable nature of human interaction, others foresee a complete societal transformation driven by AI.
Those who are more cautious about AI's impact argue that many individuals lack the skills to effectively utilize AI tools, particularly in areas like education where teacher-student interaction remains crucial. Conversely, proponents of AI-driven transformation acknowledge potential job displacement, especially in low-skilled roles, but emphasize that AI will primarily reshape job market demands, necessitating workforce adaptation and upskilling. The ultimate consensus is that while AI may not entirely replace human roles, it is poised to significantly alter our lifestyles.
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Recent advancements in artificial intelligence, highlighted by the launch of sophisticated chatbots like DeepSeek’s R1 and Elon Musk’s Grok-3, are sparking debate about AI's transformative potential on how we live, learn, and work. While some believe AI's impact will be limited by factors such as user adoption and the irreplaceable nature of human interaction, others foresee a complete societal transformation driven by AI.
Those who are more cautious about AI's impact argue that many individuals lack the skills to effectively utilize AI tools, particularly in areas like education where teacher-student interaction remains crucial. Conversely, proponents of AI-driven transformation acknowledge potential job displacement, especially in low-skilled roles, but emphasize that AI will primarily reshape job market demands, necessitating workforce adaptation and upskilling. The ultimate consensus is that while AI may not entirely replace human roles, it is poised to significantly alter our lifestyles.
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Kurdish militants declare ceasefire, heeding jailed leader
库尔德工人党(PKK)宣布立即停火，响应了被监禁的领导人阿卜杜拉·奥贾兰的解除武装呼吁。这一举动是结束针对土耳其长达40年叛乱的重要一步。奥贾兰此前呼吁PKK放下武器并解散，得到了土耳其政府和亲库尔德的DEM党的支持。
如果成功，此举可能对该地区产生广泛影响，并结束这场自1984年以来已导致超过4万人死亡的冲突。PKK目前位于伊拉克北部山区。停火也可能为土耳其总统埃尔多安带来国内支持，并为土耳其东南部带来和平与发展，那里的冲突已造成数千人死亡并严重损害了经济。PKK表示，希望土耳其政府能给予自1999年以来几乎完全被隔离的奥贾兰更多自由，以便他能够领导解除武装进程，并补充说，必须为此建立必要的政治和民主条件。
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库尔德工人党(PKK)宣布立即停火，响应了被监禁的领导人阿卜杜拉·奥贾兰的解除武装呼吁。这一举动是结束针对土耳其长达40年叛乱的重要一步。奥贾兰此前呼吁PKK放下武器并解散，得到了土耳其政府和亲库尔德的DEM党的支持。
如果成功，此举可能对该地区产生广泛影响，并结束这场自1984年以来已导致超过4万人死亡的冲突。PKK目前位于伊拉克北部山区。停火也可能为土耳其总统埃尔多安带来国内支持，并为土耳其东南部带来和平与发展，那里的冲突已造成数千人死亡并严重损害了经济。PKK表示，希望土耳其政府能给予自1999年以来几乎完全被隔离的奥贾兰更多自由，以便他能够领导解除武装进程，并补充说，必须为此建立必要的政治和民主条件。
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As Africa races towards its AI revolution, China is with it each step of the way
Chinese start-up DeepSeek's involvement in Africa is set to boost AI development, solidifying China's role in the continent's digital transformation through initiatives like the Digital Silk Road. This initiative focuses on building crucial digital infrastructure, including cables, 5G networks, and data centers, laying the groundwork for AI adoption across various sectors.
China's commitment to Africa's digital landscape is evident through substantial engineering deals exceeding $700 billion over the past decade. With 52 African countries and the African Union partnering with China under the Belt and Road Initiative, the stage is set for further AI advancements. While still in its early phases, AI demonstrates promising potential in key sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, education, and finance, prompting policymakers to develop governance frameworks for this rapidly evolving technology.
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Chinese start-up DeepSeek's involvement in Africa is set to boost AI development, solidifying China's role in the continent's digital transformation through initiatives like the Digital Silk Road. This initiative focuses on building crucial digital infrastructure, including cables, 5G networks, and data centers, laying the groundwork for AI adoption across various sectors.
China's commitment to Africa's digital landscape is evident through substantial engineering deals exceeding $700 billion over the past decade. With 52 African countries and the African Union partnering with China under the Belt and Road Initiative, the stage is set for further AI advancements. While still in its early phases, AI demonstrates promising potential in key sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, education, and finance, prompting policymakers to develop governance frameworks for this rapidly evolving technology.
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Hong Kong’s Cathay Group to recruit up to 4,000 employees amid expansion drive
国泰集团计划今年在全球招聘多达 4,000 名员工，并在香港、上海和伦敦连续举办三场招聘会，以实现其扩展到 100 个目的地的计划。此次招聘涵盖飞行员、空乘人员和客户服务人员等多个职位，旨在支持国泰航空的网络扩张。
此次招聘活动是在国泰航空行政总裁林绍波 1 月份表示公司已成功完成为期两年的重建计划之后进行的，目前航班已恢复到疫情前水平的 100%。随着全球航空业从疫情中复苏，航空旅行的需求再次激增，全球航空公司都在积极招募新的飞行员和空乘人员，以支持其机队和旅行网络的扩张。
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国泰集团计划今年在全球招聘多达 4,000 名员工，并在香港、上海和伦敦连续举办三场招聘会，以实现其扩展到 100 个目的地的计划。此次招聘涵盖飞行员、空乘人员和客户服务人员等多个职位，旨在支持国泰航空的网络扩张。
此次招聘活动是在国泰航空行政总裁林绍波 1 月份表示公司已成功完成为期两年的重建计划之后进行的，目前航班已恢复到疫情前水平的 100%。随着全球航空业从疫情中复苏，航空旅行的需求再次激增，全球航空公司都在积极招募新的飞行员和空乘人员，以支持其机队和旅行网络的扩张。
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Sudan civil war: famine and inflation eclipse Ramadan
在苏丹战火持续之际，准备迎接斋月的居民面临基本生活用品价格飞涨的困境。这场持续近两年的战争对经济造成严重冲击，使得包括糖、牛肉和羊肉等斋月必需品的价格飙升，许多家庭难以负担。
在相对安全的苏丹东部港口城市，居民已经感受到物价上涨的压力。而在受战争直接影响的地区，情况更加严峻，饥荒、流离失所、物资严重短缺和抢劫等问题，让人们无暇顾及斋月期间的慷慨和社区精神。即使在相对平静的地区，如苏丹港，糖的价格已经达到每公斤2400苏丹镑（约1美元），牛肉和羊肉的价格更是分别高达每公斤24000苏丹镑和28000苏丹镑。
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在苏丹战火持续之际，准备迎接斋月的居民面临基本生活用品价格飞涨的困境。这场持续近两年的战争对经济造成严重冲击，使得包括糖、牛肉和羊肉等斋月必需品的价格飙升，许多家庭难以负担。
在相对安全的苏丹东部港口城市，居民已经感受到物价上涨的压力。而在受战争直接影响的地区，情况更加严峻，饥荒、流离失所、物资严重短缺和抢劫等问题，让人们无暇顾及斋月期间的慷慨和社区精神。即使在相对平静的地区，如苏丹港，糖的价格已经达到每公斤2400苏丹镑（约1美元），牛肉和羊肉的价格更是分别高达每公斤24000苏丹镑和28000苏丹镑。
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From Musk to Bannon, Trump’s rabble of backers are heading for a brawl
Despite campaigning against elites, Donald Trump's support base includes establishment figures, plutocrats, and now, members of the "techno-right" like Elon Musk. These diverse groups, including conventional Republicans, Wall Street financiers, and economic nationalists, are united not by Trump's character, but by the belief that their specific agendas will be better advanced under his leadership.
Conservative Republicans seek tax cuts and deregulation, while economic nationalists aim to reduce trade deficits and revitalize US manufacturing. The "techno-right" and free-speech absolutists prioritize their visions of the future and oppose perceived "woke censorship," respectively. These groups view figures like Kamala Harris and Joe Biden as obstacles, and are willing to overlook Trump's authoritarian tendencies to achieve their goals, often downplaying the risks to democracy and the rule of law.
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Despite campaigning against elites, Donald Trump's support base includes establishment figures, plutocrats, and now, members of the "techno-right" like Elon Musk. These diverse groups, including conventional Republicans, Wall Street financiers, and economic nationalists, are united not by Trump's character, but by the belief that their specific agendas will be better advanced under his leadership.
Conservative Republicans seek tax cuts and deregulation, while economic nationalists aim to reduce trade deficits and revitalize US manufacturing. The "techno-right" and free-speech absolutists prioritize their visions of the future and oppose perceived "woke censorship," respectively. These groups view figures like Kamala Harris and Joe Biden as obstacles, and are willing to overlook Trump's authoritarian tendencies to achieve their goals, often downplaying the risks to democracy and the rule of law.
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84 Indonesians trafficked to Myanmar scam centres return home
84名印度尼西亚人已从泰国乘飞机返回家园，他们是最新一批从该地区遣返的诈骗受害者。 这些人员包括69名男性和15名女性，他们在印度尼西亚官员与泰国和缅甸官员的谈判后抵达雅加达。
近年来，网络诈骗活动在缅甸无法无天的边境地区蓬勃发展，以高薪工作为诱饵吸引外国工人，然后将他们扣为人质，强迫他们进行网络诈骗。在主要盟友北京的压力下，缅甸已经开始打击一些诈骗窝点，解救了来自20多个国家的约7000名工人。这些获救的印尼公民将被送往社会事务部的安全住所和创伤中心，接受康复治疗。
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84名印度尼西亚人已从泰国乘飞机返回家园，他们是最新一批从该地区遣返的诈骗受害者。 这些人员包括69名男性和15名女性，他们在印度尼西亚官员与泰国和缅甸官员的谈判后抵达雅加达。
近年来，网络诈骗活动在缅甸无法无天的边境地区蓬勃发展，以高薪工作为诱饵吸引外国工人，然后将他们扣为人质，强迫他们进行网络诈骗。在主要盟友北京的压力下，缅甸已经开始打击一些诈骗窝点，解救了来自20多个国家的约7000名工人。这些获救的印尼公民将被送往社会事务部的安全住所和创伤中心，接受康复治疗。
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Scammers targeting Hong Kong school staff, 1 victim lost HK$130,000: police
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Hong Kong police recorded more than 10 scam cases targeting school employees last month, with one victim defrauded of HK$130,000 (US$16,700).
The force’s Anti-Deception Coordination Centre revealed on Friday more than 10 scam cases involving school staff across the city in February.
Most of the victims were above 50 years old, and one of them was defrauded of HK$130,000.
The scammers called school affairs offices pretending to be principals or school personnel, and asked that staff help pick up packages, the centre said.
The victims followed the instructions to go to train stations, light rail platforms or banks, before being contacted by scammers who asked them to make advance payments of delivery fees by transferring money to designated accounts.
Scammers also instructed the victims to use their credit cards for an overdraft.
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By Fiona Sun
Hong Kong police recorded more than 10 scam cases targeting school employees last month, with one victim defrauded of HK$130,000 (US$16,700).
The force’s Anti-Deception Coordination Centre revealed on Friday more than 10 scam cases involving school staff across the city in February.
Most of the victims were above 50 years old, and one of them was defrauded of HK$130,000.
The scammers called school affairs offices pretending to be principals or school personnel, and asked that staff help pick up packages, the centre said.
The victims followed the instructions to go to train stations, light rail platforms or banks, before being contacted by scammers who asked them to make advance payments of delivery fees by transferring money to designated accounts.
Scammers also instructed the victims to use their credit cards for an overdraft.
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Safeguarding China’s regime is the top priority, Xi Jinping tells Politburo
习近平主席强调，维护政治制度安全是首要任务，并表示将进一步提升“平安中国”建设。在周五的政治局会议上，习近平指出，面对不断变化的国内外形势，“平安中国”建设只能加强，不能削弱，必须适应新的变化和目标。
“平安中国”倡议最早于2013年提出，其核心是“整体国家安全观”，涵盖政治、经济、文化、社会、科技和军事等多个领域。此次习近平重申该倡议，表明中国共产党将继续把维护政权安全、政治制度安全和意识形态安全放在重要位置。
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习近平主席强调，维护政治制度安全是首要任务，并表示将进一步提升“平安中国”建设。在周五的政治局会议上，习近平指出，面对不断变化的国内外形势，“平安中国”建设只能加强，不能削弱，必须适应新的变化和目标。
“平安中国”倡议最早于2013年提出，其核心是“整体国家安全观”，涵盖政治、经济、文化、社会、科技和军事等多个领域。此次习近平重申该倡议，表明中国共产党将继续把维护政权安全、政治制度安全和意识形态安全放在重要位置。
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Hollywood hosts the Oscars, but will it be the centre of filmmaking for much longer?
Hollywood is struggling to maintain its dominance in the global film industry as movie and television production increasingly moves to locations outside of Los Angeles. This trend is highlighted by the fact that none of the 10 Best Picture contenders at the upcoming 2025 Oscars were filmed in Los Angeles, the traditional home of major film companies. For example, the highly anticipated "Wicked" was filmed in Britain.
The shift away from Hollywood is driven by tax incentives offered in other locations, making filming cheaper. While film crews hoped for a rebound in Los Angeles after the 2023 strikes by writers and actors, statistics indicate a slow recovery. Recent wildfires in Los Angeles have further fueled concerns, potentially leading camera operators, costume designers, and other behind-the-scenes workers to relocate permanently.
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Hollywood is struggling to maintain its dominance in the global film industry as movie and television production increasingly moves to locations outside of Los Angeles. This trend is highlighted by the fact that none of the 10 Best Picture contenders at the upcoming 2025 Oscars were filmed in Los Angeles, the traditional home of major film companies. For example, the highly anticipated "Wicked" was filmed in Britain.
The shift away from Hollywood is driven by tax incentives offered in other locations, making filming cheaper. While film crews hoped for a rebound in Los Angeles after the 2023 strikes by writers and actors, statistics indicate a slow recovery. Recent wildfires in Los Angeles have further fueled concerns, potentially leading camera operators, costume designers, and other behind-the-scenes workers to relocate permanently.
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Uncertainty looms as Gaza truce’s first phase due to expire
以色列与哈马斯的第一阶段停火协议即将结束，但关于下一阶段，即旨在实现永久停火的谈判，目前尚未达成结论。第一阶段停火于1月19日生效，此前双方经历了超过15个月的战争，这场战争由哈马斯于2023年10月7日对以色列发起的袭击引发，那次袭击是以色列历史上伤亡最惨重的一次。
在最初的六周停火阶段，加沙武装分子释放了25名活着的人质，并将另外8名遇难者遗体归还给以色列，作为交换，以色列释放了数百名被关押在以色列监狱中的巴勒斯坦囚犯。脆弱的停火协议的第二阶段本应确保释放仍被扣留在加沙的数十名人质，并为更永久地结束战争铺平道路。然而，截至周六早些时候，尚未有达成共识的迹象，哈马斯方面指责以色列拖延第二阶段的谈判。
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以色列与哈马斯的第一阶段停火协议即将结束，但关于下一阶段，即旨在实现永久停火的谈判，目前尚未达成结论。第一阶段停火于1月19日生效，此前双方经历了超过15个月的战争，这场战争由哈马斯于2023年10月7日对以色列发起的袭击引发，那次袭击是以色列历史上伤亡最惨重的一次。
在最初的六周停火阶段，加沙武装分子释放了25名活着的人质，并将另外8名遇难者遗体归还给以色列，作为交换，以色列释放了数百名被关押在以色列监狱中的巴勒斯坦囚犯。脆弱的停火协议的第二阶段本应确保释放仍被扣留在加沙的数十名人质，并为更永久地结束战争铺平道路。然而，截至周六早些时候，尚未有达成共识的迹象，哈马斯方面指责以色列拖延第二阶段的谈判。
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4 quirky China customs you never knew existed – carry big ice cubes, show belly for good health
中国拥有丰富多样的风俗传统，体现了中国人民的智慧和生活方式。 其中一些习俗可能看起来很奇怪，甚至有时会引起人们的 amusement，但它们通常具有更深层的含义，例如祝福或好运。本文将探讨来自医疗、庆祝、婚姻和体育等不同类别的四种有趣的文化习俗，并揭示其背后的历史。
在医疗方面，傣族有一种独特的睡眠疗法。这种疗法由居住在中国西南云南省西双版纳傣族自治州的傣族人 практикуют。医生首先根据患者的身体状况开出新鲜或干燥的傣族草药，然后混合并加热草药，让患者睡在加热后的混合物中。之后，用油布将患者包裹在温暖的草药中，使热量遍布全身。与其他傣族医疗方法不同，这种疗法使用植物性成分，有助于促进血液循环、疏通经络和治疗风湿病。
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中国拥有丰富多样的风俗传统，体现了中国人民的智慧和生活方式。 其中一些习俗可能看起来很奇怪，甚至有时会引起人们的 amusement，但它们通常具有更深层的含义，例如祝福或好运。本文将探讨来自医疗、庆祝、婚姻和体育等不同类别的四种有趣的文化习俗，并揭示其背后的历史。
在医疗方面，傣族有一种独特的睡眠疗法。这种疗法由居住在中国西南云南省西双版纳傣族自治州的傣族人 практикуют。医生首先根据患者的身体状况开出新鲜或干燥的傣族草药，然后混合并加热草药，让患者睡在加热后的混合物中。之后，用油布将患者包裹在温暖的草药中，使热量遍布全身。与其他傣族医疗方法不同，这种疗法使用植物性成分，有助于促进血液循环、疏通经络和治疗风湿病。
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China's consumers go bananas for blueberries even as broader sentiment lags
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While China’s economy has faced challenges in recent years, certain sectors have defied the odds and flourished. Among them is the fruit industry, where demand for blueberries – the tangy, nutrient-rich crop often marketed as a “superfruit” – has surged.
Though not traditionally a blueberry-growing country, China has surpassed the US as the world’s largest producer of the fruit, with blueberries planted in 26 of China’s 34 provinces according to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA)
At the same time, the volume of imported blueberries – perceived to be of higher quality and consequently sold at a steeper price – has also seen an increase of 94.3 per cent from 2019 to 2022. Domestic demand for the fruit has surged by around 200 per cent over the past five years, according to Zhiyan Consulting.
With their relatively high cost and oft-touted health benefits, blueberries are primarily favoured by middle-class consumers.
Despite cutting back on spending in areas like luxury goods and cars, these buyers remain less sensitive to the cost of blueberries, according to Stone Wang, executive chairman in China of US-based berry company Agrovision. Prices typically range from a dozen to several dozen yuan (US$1.65-4.94) per box.
“Especially in the context of consumption downgrading, middle-class consumers are more inclined to seek a sense of ritual and satisfaction through premium fruits,” Wang said.
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By Alice Li
While China’s economy has faced challenges in recent years, certain sectors have defied the odds and flourished. Among them is the fruit industry, where demand for blueberries – the tangy, nutrient-rich crop often marketed as a “superfruit” – has surged.
Though not traditionally a blueberry-growing country, China has surpassed the US as the world’s largest producer of the fruit, with blueberries planted in 26 of China’s 34 provinces according to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA)
At the same time, the volume of imported blueberries – perceived to be of higher quality and consequently sold at a steeper price – has also seen an increase of 94.3 per cent from 2019 to 2022. Domestic demand for the fruit has surged by around 200 per cent over the past five years, according to Zhiyan Consulting.
With their relatively high cost and oft-touted health benefits, blueberries are primarily favoured by middle-class consumers.
Despite cutting back on spending in areas like luxury goods and cars, these buyers remain less sensitive to the cost of blueberries, according to Stone Wang, executive chairman in China of US-based berry company Agrovision. Prices typically range from a dozen to several dozen yuan (US$1.65-4.94) per box.
“Especially in the context of consumption downgrading, middle-class consumers are more inclined to seek a sense of ritual and satisfaction through premium fruits,” Wang said.
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South Koreans rally as Yoon’s impeachment verdict nears
韩国总统尹锡悦面临执政危机，宪法法院即将就弹劾案做出最终裁决，预计首尔将爆发大规模抗议活动。此次抗议是自尹锡悦因宣布戒严被弹劾以来规模最大的一次，预计将有数十万人参与，表达对总统去留的立场。
自去年12月国会发起弹劾动议以来，韩国社会就尹锡悦的戒严令问题产生严重分歧。尹锡悦坚称其行为是为了应对试图瘫痪政府的朝鲜同情者，并否认滥用权力。反对派控制的国会指责他滥用职权，反腐机构已于今年1月逮捕了他，使其成为韩国历史上首位被拘留的在任总统。尽管大部分集会保持和平，但今年1月曾发生暴力事件，示威者闯入法院，试图阻止延长对尹锡悦的逮捕令。
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韩国总统尹锡悦面临执政危机，宪法法院即将就弹劾案做出最终裁决，预计首尔将爆发大规模抗议活动。此次抗议是自尹锡悦因宣布戒严被弹劾以来规模最大的一次，预计将有数十万人参与，表达对总统去留的立场。
自去年12月国会发起弹劾动议以来，韩国社会就尹锡悦的戒严令问题产生严重分歧。尹锡悦坚称其行为是为了应对试图瘫痪政府的朝鲜同情者，并否认滥用权力。反对派控制的国会指责他滥用职权，反腐机构已于今年1月逮捕了他，使其成为韩国历史上首位被拘留的在任总统。尽管大部分集会保持和平，但今年1月曾发生暴力事件，示威者闯入法院，试图阻止延长对尹锡悦的逮捕令。
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Bridge too far? Fresh from ‘White Lotus’ bounce, Thailand’s Samui questions need for road link
Koh Samui is experiencing a surge in tourism thanks to its selection as the location for HBO's "The White Lotus" season 3, featuring Thai-born K-pop star Lisa Manobal. This "Lisa" effect has significantly increased searches for hotels and holidays on the island, providing Thailand with valuable free publicity.
However, some locals express concern about the island's ability to handle the increased tourist volume, especially during peak season. To address accessibility issues, exploratory work has begun on the Samui Sea Bridge, a 54km road bridge connecting the island to the mainland. While intended to improve access, the bridge raises concerns about potentially altering Koh Samui's exclusivity and environmental impact, as it currently relies on ferries and a single airline, catering to higher-spending tourists.
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Koh Samui is experiencing a surge in tourism thanks to its selection as the location for HBO's "The White Lotus" season 3, featuring Thai-born K-pop star Lisa Manobal. This "Lisa" effect has significantly increased searches for hotels and holidays on the island, providing Thailand with valuable free publicity.
However, some locals express concern about the island's ability to handle the increased tourist volume, especially during peak season. To address accessibility issues, exploratory work has begun on the Samui Sea Bridge, a 54km road bridge connecting the island to the mainland. While intended to improve access, the bridge raises concerns about potentially altering Koh Samui's exclusivity and environmental impact, as it currently relies on ferries and a single airline, catering to higher-spending tourists.
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