Trump says 4 bidders in play for TikTok’s US business in deal expected ‘soon’
Donald Trump stated on Sunday that he is in negotiations with four potential buyers for TikTok's US operations, suggesting a deal could be reached "soon." The ByteDance-owned app faces an April 5th deadline to either finalize a sale of its US operations or be banned in the country under a bipartisan law.
Trump did not disclose the identities of the potential buyers but affirmed that "all four are good." The US market is crucial for TikTok, with its US operations estimated to be worth $50 billion last year. Trump has previously indicated a willingness to extend the deadline and suggested the US should receive a 50% stake in the company as part of any deal.
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Donald Trump stated on Sunday that he is in negotiations with four potential buyers for TikTok's US operations, suggesting a deal could be reached "soon." The ByteDance-owned app faces an April 5th deadline to either finalize a sale of its US operations or be banned in the country under a bipartisan law.
Trump did not disclose the identities of the potential buyers but affirmed that "all four are good." The US market is crucial for TikTok, with its US operations estimated to be worth $50 billion last year. Trump has previously indicated a willingness to extend the deadline and suggested the US should receive a 50% stake in the company as part of any deal.
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Doctors warn of hidden perils of Malaysia’s sweet tooth during Ramadan
Malaysian doctors are raising concerns about the high sugar content in Ramadan recipes shared by popular food content creators, amid rising diabetes rates in the country. Celebrities like Khairulaming and Che Sayang are facing criticism for promoting sugar-laden drinks, prompting health professionals to warn against the health risks associated with excessive sugar consumption during the fasting month.
The debate highlights a tension between the celebratory aspect of Ramadan, marked by abundant food and drink, and the need for healthy eating habits. While Ramadan bazaars and online chefs offer a variety of tempting dishes, experts like Dr. Rafidah Abdullah are urging people to prioritize simple, less sugary options like plain water to avoid contributing to the already alarming rates of diabetes and obesity in Malaysia, where one in five adults are diabetic.
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Malaysian doctors are raising concerns about the high sugar content in Ramadan recipes shared by popular food content creators, amid rising diabetes rates in the country. Celebrities like Khairulaming and Che Sayang are facing criticism for promoting sugar-laden drinks, prompting health professionals to warn against the health risks associated with excessive sugar consumption during the fasting month.
The debate highlights a tension between the celebratory aspect of Ramadan, marked by abundant food and drink, and the need for healthy eating habits. While Ramadan bazaars and online chefs offer a variety of tempting dishes, experts like Dr. Rafidah Abdullah are urging people to prioritize simple, less sugary options like plain water to avoid contributing to the already alarming rates of diabetes and obesity in Malaysia, where one in five adults are diabetic.
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Why Germany’s Merz could take ‘more rational’ approach to China
德国未来可能由中间偏右的联盟政府执政，这或将带来“更理性”的对华政策，尤其是在经济和贸易方面。前中国驻德国大使吴恳表示，基民盟领导人梅尔茨可能会更加关注中德两国的经济联系。由于绿党进入新政府领导层的可能性不大，预计新政府将更加务实。
吴恳大使认为，梅尔茨领导的政府可能会更加重视两国之间的经济联系，并可能采取更多措施来确保中德两国的经贸关系。他强调，虽然梅尔茨和社民党领导人对中国的看法不尽相同，但他们都认为中国是德国不可或缺的合作伙伴，这为两国关系的稳定发展奠定了基础。
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德国未来可能由中间偏右的联盟政府执政，这或将带来“更理性”的对华政策，尤其是在经济和贸易方面。前中国驻德国大使吴恳表示，基民盟领导人梅尔茨可能会更加关注中德两国的经济联系。由于绿党进入新政府领导层的可能性不大，预计新政府将更加务实。
吴恳大使认为，梅尔茨领导的政府可能会更加重视两国之间的经济联系，并可能采取更多措施来确保中德两国的经贸关系。他强调，虽然梅尔茨和社民党领导人对中国的看法不尽相同，但他们都认为中国是德国不可或缺的合作伙伴，这为两国关系的稳定发展奠定了基础。
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Chinese dad who creates robot toys for son praised by nation’s top diplomat Mao Ning
Yao Cong, a father in central China, has gained widespread attention for creating sophisticated robot toys for his son, Xiaoyi. His creations have impressed many, including foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning, who shared a video of Yao's work on social media, describing it as something "straight out of a sci-fi blockbuster."
Yao, a former architect from Changsha, Hunan province, dedicated himself to learning mechanical manufacturing after leaving his job. He now showcases his self-made robots and his interactions with his son on social media, where he has amassed over 1.2 million followers. His inventions include a walking robot that can sweep and do laundry, a backpack with robotic arms that shoot plastic bullets controlled by a helmet, a mechanical snake, a transforming robot car, and a lifelike machine spider.
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Yao Cong, a father in central China, has gained widespread attention for creating sophisticated robot toys for his son, Xiaoyi. His creations have impressed many, including foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning, who shared a video of Yao's work on social media, describing it as something "straight out of a sci-fi blockbuster."
Yao, a former architect from Changsha, Hunan province, dedicated himself to learning mechanical manufacturing after leaving his job. He now showcases his self-made robots and his interactions with his son on social media, where he has amassed over 1.2 million followers. His inventions include a walking robot that can sweep and do laundry, a backpack with robotic arms that shoot plastic bullets controlled by a helmet, a mechanical snake, a transforming robot car, and a lifelike machine spider.
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Warm week in Hong Kong expected before temperature dips again over weekend
Hong Kong is expected to experience a significant temperature drop over the weekend, with temperatures plunging to as low as 15 degrees Celsius (59 Fahrenheit) on Sunday. This follows a warm week with temperatures ranging from 18 to 26 degrees Celsius from Monday to Friday.
The warm weather is due to a moderating easterly airstream being replaced by a maritime airstream, leading to humid and foggy conditions in the middle and latter parts of the week. However, a cold front is expected to move across southern China on Saturday, bringing showers and ushering in a dry northeast monsoon, causing the temperature to drop sharply. The Observatory forecasts a further drop to 14 degrees on Monday before temperatures gradually rise again next week with sunny periods.
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Hong Kong is expected to experience a significant temperature drop over the weekend, with temperatures plunging to as low as 15 degrees Celsius (59 Fahrenheit) on Sunday. This follows a warm week with temperatures ranging from 18 to 26 degrees Celsius from Monday to Friday.
The warm weather is due to a moderating easterly airstream being replaced by a maritime airstream, leading to humid and foggy conditions in the middle and latter parts of the week. However, a cold front is expected to move across southern China on Saturday, bringing showers and ushering in a dry northeast monsoon, causing the temperature to drop sharply. The Observatory forecasts a further drop to 14 degrees on Monday before temperatures gradually rise again next week with sunny periods.
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China wants to supercharge growth with applications of nuclear tech
中国计划大力扩展核技术在各行业的商业应用，力争到2026年实现年经济产值4000亿元人民币（约合552.5亿美元）。这一目标由中国常驻国际原子能机构（IAEA）代表李松在维也纳举行的IAEA理事会会议上公布，意味着未来两年内将实现显著增长，因为2023年的相关产值约为2400亿元人民币。
核技术应用重点领域将包括医疗、农业、食品加工和材料改性等。中国还将加强与IAEA的合作，利用原子能为全球南方国家带来福祉。“两会”期间，也有代表强调要利用核技术促进经济增长。中国国家核工业集团副总经济师韩永江表示，将加强核技术与国民经济各部门的融合，但他也指出，中国核技术产业规模仍落后于发达国家，需要在产业政策和自主创新能力方面进一步提升。
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中国计划大力扩展核技术在各行业的商业应用，力争到2026年实现年经济产值4000亿元人民币（约合552.5亿美元）。这一目标由中国常驻国际原子能机构（IAEA）代表李松在维也纳举行的IAEA理事会会议上公布，意味着未来两年内将实现显著增长，因为2023年的相关产值约为2400亿元人民币。
核技术应用重点领域将包括医疗、农业、食品加工和材料改性等。中国还将加强与IAEA的合作，利用原子能为全球南方国家带来福祉。“两会”期间，也有代表强调要利用核技术促进经济增长。中国国家核工业集团副总经济师韩永江表示，将加强核技术与国民经济各部门的融合，但他也指出，中国核技术产业规模仍落后于发达国家，需要在产业政策和自主创新能力方面进一步提升。
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US to assess Ukraine’s peace stance at crunch talks in Saudi Arabia
沙特阿拉伯计划于周二主办美国和乌克兰之间的会谈，此前乌克兰总统泽连斯基于2月28日访问白宫期间发生争执。美国官员计划利用这次会议，部分目的是确定乌克兰是否愿意向俄罗斯做出实质性让步以结束战争。
据一位美国官员透露，美国代表团还将关注乌克兰是否认真改善与特朗普政府的关系，此前双方在椭圆形办公室爆发冲突。美国国务卿马可·卢比奥将前往吉达参加与乌克兰官员的双边会谈，乌克兰方面的代表是泽连斯基的高级助手安德烈·叶尔马克。一位美国官员在谈到会谈时表示：“你不能说‘我想要和平’，又说‘我拒绝在任何事情上妥协’。”
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沙特阿拉伯计划于周二主办美国和乌克兰之间的会谈，此前乌克兰总统泽连斯基于2月28日访问白宫期间发生争执。美国官员计划利用这次会议，部分目的是确定乌克兰是否愿意向俄罗斯做出实质性让步以结束战争。
据一位美国官员透露，美国代表团还将关注乌克兰是否认真改善与特朗普政府的关系，此前双方在椭圆形办公室爆发冲突。美国国务卿马可·卢比奥将前往吉达参加与乌克兰官员的双边会谈，乌克兰方面的代表是泽连斯基的高级助手安德烈·叶尔马克。一位美国官员在谈到会谈时表示：“你不能说‘我想要和平’，又说‘我拒绝在任何事情上妥协’。”
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Standard Chartered and LIFTWOMEN® Jointly Launch “SC WIN Now & Next Challenge”
Standard Chartered Hong Kong and LIFTWOMEN® have launched the "SC WIN Now & Next Challenge" to support women entrepreneurs, offering HKD 1 million in grants and professional training to five winners. The initiative, under Standard Chartered's Women's International Network (SC WIN), aims to empower women-led SMEs ready for growth and market expansion through an 8-week "LiftHER Global Accelerator Programme".
The program addresses the limited access to funding often faced by women entrepreneurs, as highlighted by SC WIN's Hong Kong partner, "Women of Hong Kong." SC WIN provides tailored products, networking platforms, and strategic assistance to SMEs. The "SC WIN Now & Next Challenge" will select ten participants from over a hundred applicants for the accelerator program, culminating in a pitching competition in late August to determine the five grant recipients.
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Standard Chartered Hong Kong and LIFTWOMEN® have launched the "SC WIN Now & Next Challenge" to support women entrepreneurs, offering HKD 1 million in grants and professional training to five winners. The initiative, under Standard Chartered's Women's International Network (SC WIN), aims to empower women-led SMEs ready for growth and market expansion through an 8-week "LiftHER Global Accelerator Programme".
The program addresses the limited access to funding often faced by women entrepreneurs, as highlighted by SC WIN's Hong Kong partner, "Women of Hong Kong." SC WIN provides tailored products, networking platforms, and strategic assistance to SMEs. The "SC WIN Now & Next Challenge" will select ten participants from over a hundred applicants for the accelerator program, culminating in a pitching competition in late August to determine the five grant recipients.
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In Japan, last survivors of WWII firebombing by US make final push for justice
Eighty years ago, over 100,000 people died in a single night during the US firebombing of Tokyo. The conventional bombing raid decimated downtown Tokyo, leaving streets filled with charred remains, causing damage comparable to the atomic bombings that followed later that year.
Unlike the atomic bombing victims, survivors of the Tokyo firebombing have not received government aid and the event has been largely overlooked. Now, elderly survivors are sharing their stories and advocating for recognition and financial assistance, hoping to educate younger generations about the devastating impact of the attack, which targeted densely populated residential areas with বিশেষভাবে designed napalm cluster bombs.
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Eighty years ago, over 100,000 people died in a single night during the US firebombing of Tokyo. The conventional bombing raid decimated downtown Tokyo, leaving streets filled with charred remains, causing damage comparable to the atomic bombings that followed later that year.
Unlike the atomic bombing victims, survivors of the Tokyo firebombing have not received government aid and the event has been largely overlooked. Now, elderly survivors are sharing their stories and advocating for recognition and financial assistance, hoping to educate younger generations about the devastating impact of the attack, which targeted densely populated residential areas with বিশেষভাবে designed napalm cluster bombs.
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Hindu women in India playfully beat men with sticks during traditional Holi celebrations
印度北部城镇巴尔萨纳(Barsana)周六开始了洒红节(Holi)的庆祝活动，当地的Lathmar Holi传统是女性用棍子“殴打”男性。这一节日以其独特的庆祝方式而闻名。
Lathmar Holi重现了印度教神克里希纳(Krishna)拜访女神拉达(Radha)的传说，据说克里希纳用鲜艳的色彩沐浴拉达，结果被拉达嬉戏地追赶。这一传统是对该传说的重现和庆祝。
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印度北部城镇巴尔萨纳(Barsana)周六开始了洒红节(Holi)的庆祝活动，当地的Lathmar Holi传统是女性用棍子“殴打”男性。这一节日以其独特的庆祝方式而闻名。
Lathmar Holi重现了印度教神克里希纳(Krishna)拜访女神拉达(Radha)的传说，据说克里希纳用鲜艳的色彩沐浴拉达，结果被拉达嬉戏地追赶。这一传统是对该传说的重现和庆祝。
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Hong Kong urged to review public housing income threshold with new minimum wage
香港立法会议员呼吁当局重新审查公屋收入门槛机制并增加供应，原因是他们担心一些领取最低工资的居民可能会辞职以保持申请资格。议员们认为，现行的收入门槛设定方式可能会适得其反，影响香港的劳动力市场和整体经济发展。
劳工界议员梁子颖表示，在房屋委员会提议将2025-26年度的收入和资产限额平均提高1.7%后，这一问题变得更加突出。按照这一调整，如果一个两人家庭的成员都以新的最低工资标准工作，他们的收入将超过申请公屋的收入门槛。这种情况下，一些工人可能会选择放弃全职工作，转而从事零工，以确保符合申请资格，这将对香港的劳动力市场和经济发展产生不利影响。因此，议员们呼吁政府综合考虑各方面因素，对现行机制进行调整。
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香港立法会议员呼吁当局重新审查公屋收入门槛机制并增加供应，原因是他们担心一些领取最低工资的居民可能会辞职以保持申请资格。议员们认为，现行的收入门槛设定方式可能会适得其反，影响香港的劳动力市场和整体经济发展。
劳工界议员梁子颖表示，在房屋委员会提议将2025-26年度的收入和资产限额平均提高1.7%后，这一问题变得更加突出。按照这一调整，如果一个两人家庭的成员都以新的最低工资标准工作，他们的收入将超过申请公屋的收入门槛。这种情况下，一些工人可能会选择放弃全职工作，转而从事零工，以确保符合申请资格，这将对香港的劳动力市场和经济发展产生不利影响。因此，议员们呼吁政府综合考虑各方面因素，对现行机制进行调整。
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First Taylor Swift, now Lady Gaga – Singapore builds on ‘blockbuster 2024’
Lady Gaga将会在5月于新加坡举办四场演唱会，这也是她在亚洲的唯一一站。新加坡文化、社区及青年部长唐振辉公布了这一消息，演唱会将在新加坡国家体育场举行，日期为5月18、19、21和24日，门票将于3月18日开始发售。
此前，新加坡曾被报道花费200万至300万美元与Taylor Swift达成协议，确保其在东南亚的演唱会独家在新加坡举行，此举引发了周边国家的不满。目前尚不清楚新加坡是否为了Lady Gaga的演唱会也达成了类似的独家协议，相关部门尚未对此作出回应。唐振辉表示，Kallang Alive Sport Management团队一直积极努力，为新加坡体育中心引进最好的体育和生活方式活动。
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Lady Gaga将会在5月于新加坡举办四场演唱会，这也是她在亚洲的唯一一站。新加坡文化、社区及青年部长唐振辉公布了这一消息，演唱会将在新加坡国家体育场举行，日期为5月18、19、21和24日，门票将于3月18日开始发售。
此前，新加坡曾被报道花费200万至300万美元与Taylor Swift达成协议，确保其在东南亚的演唱会独家在新加坡举行，此举引发了周边国家的不满。目前尚不清楚新加坡是否为了Lady Gaga的演唱会也达成了类似的独家协议，相关部门尚未对此作出回应。唐振辉表示，Kallang Alive Sport Management团队一直积极努力，为新加坡体育中心引进最好的体育和生活方式活动。
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Malaysia steps up border security after bomb blast in Thailand
Malaysia has increased security measures along its border with Thailand following a bomb explosion in Thailand's Narathiwat province. Inspector General Razarudin Husain stated that police are closely monitoring the situation and have implemented strict security protocols to ensure safety.
Personnel stationed at the border have been instructed to heighten readiness and enforce stringent security measures, including intensified patrols at illegal crossing points and hotspots by strike force companies and battalion intelligence teams. Malaysian police are also conducting round-the-clock security monitoring at police posts as a precaution, following the explosion that occurred in front of the Sungai Kolok stadium on Saturday.
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Malaysia has increased security measures along its border with Thailand following a bomb explosion in Thailand's Narathiwat province. Inspector General Razarudin Husain stated that police are closely monitoring the situation and have implemented strict security protocols to ensure safety.
Personnel stationed at the border have been instructed to heighten readiness and enforce stringent security measures, including intensified patrols at illegal crossing points and hotspots by strike force companies and battalion intelligence teams. Malaysian police are also conducting round-the-clock security monitoring at police posts as a precaution, following the explosion that occurred in front of the Sungai Kolok stadium on Saturday.
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Canada’s twin tariff wars, plastic surgery in South Korea: 5 weekend reads you missed
This weekend's news roundup covers a range of topics, from US-Canada border tensions and "birth tourism" in the US, to the popularity of cosmetic surgery in South Korea. These stories provide a glimpse into diverse issues and trends shaping the region and beyond.
The US-Canada border situation highlights ongoing complexities in international relations and trade. Meanwhile, the phenomenon of "birth tourism" in the US raises questions about citizenship and immigration policies. In South Korea, the prevalence of cosmetic surgery, particularly double-jaw surgery, reflects cultural beauty standards and societal pressures.
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This weekend's news roundup covers a range of topics, from US-Canada border tensions and "birth tourism" in the US, to the popularity of cosmetic surgery in South Korea. These stories provide a glimpse into diverse issues and trends shaping the region and beyond.
The US-Canada border situation highlights ongoing complexities in international relations and trade. Meanwhile, the phenomenon of "birth tourism" in the US raises questions about citizenship and immigration policies. In South Korea, the prevalence of cosmetic surgery, particularly double-jaw surgery, reflects cultural beauty standards and societal pressures.
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Ancient DNA helps reconstruct penguin history from the Stone Age to the present day
科学家利用古老的DNA，重构了南极洲6000年来的企鹅历史。研究表明，大约1400年前，当气候变冷、海冰扩张时，阿德利企鹅占据了东南极洲哈雷特角地区南方象海豹的栖息地。
来自澳大利亚、中国、新西兰和美国的科学家表示，这项研究表明南极洲的生态系统对气候变化高度敏感。了解其历史有助于预测未来温度变化的影响，并制定相应的保护政策。阿德利企鹅是南极洲特有的物种，也是当地体型最小的企鹅。研究团队从南极洲罗斯岛和东维多利亚地海岸线的阿德利企鹅活跃和废弃栖息地收集并分析了156个沉积物样本。该研究发表在《自然通讯》杂志上，发现阿德利企鹅是该地区最常见的脊椎动物，其次是类似海鸥的南极贼鸥。
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科学家利用古老的DNA，重构了南极洲6000年来的企鹅历史。研究表明，大约1400年前，当气候变冷、海冰扩张时，阿德利企鹅占据了东南极洲哈雷特角地区南方象海豹的栖息地。
来自澳大利亚、中国、新西兰和美国的科学家表示，这项研究表明南极洲的生态系统对气候变化高度敏感。了解其历史有助于预测未来温度变化的影响，并制定相应的保护政策。阿德利企鹅是南极洲特有的物种，也是当地体型最小的企鹅。研究团队从南极洲罗斯岛和东维多利亚地海岸线的阿德利企鹅活跃和废弃栖息地收集并分析了156个沉积物样本。该研究发表在《自然通讯》杂志上，发现阿德利企鹅是该地区最常见的脊椎动物，其次是类似海鸥的南极贼鸥。
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Trump’s warning shot to Japan casts doubt on US defence guarantees in Asia
美国总统特朗普向日本和韩国发出了“提前警告”，暗示其政府准备对这两个美国在西太平洋最亲密的盟友提出严苛的安全和贸易要求。特朗普预计将要求东京和首尔为驻扎在其领土上的美军支付更多费用，并威胁说如果他的要求得不到满足，将撤军。
专家指出，特朗普的言论表明美国不再致力于保卫日本、韩国或台湾。对于东京和首尔来说，早在特朗普发表上述言论之前，警钟就已经敲响，他称长期存在的《美日安保条约》是不公平的，并指责韩国在经济上剥削美国。
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美国总统特朗普向日本和韩国发出了“提前警告”，暗示其政府准备对这两个美国在西太平洋最亲密的盟友提出严苛的安全和贸易要求。特朗普预计将要求东京和首尔为驻扎在其领土上的美军支付更多费用，并威胁说如果他的要求得不到满足，将撤军。
专家指出，特朗普的言论表明美国不再致力于保卫日本、韩国或台湾。对于东京和首尔来说，早在特朗普发表上述言论之前，警钟就已经敲响，他称长期存在的《美日安保条约》是不公平的，并指责韩国在经济上剥削美国。
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How Alibaba’s new RISC-V chip hits the mark for China’s tech self-sufficiency drive
Alibaba's new XuanTie C930 processor is expected to boost China's semiconductor industry by promoting the use of open-source RISC-V chips, helping the country to counter US tech restrictions. The server-grade processor was launched by Alibaba's research arm, Damo Academy, and developed by its semiconductor unit, T-Head. It is designed for high-performance computing applications like data centers and autonomous vehicles.
The C930 CPU design will be available for licensing to integrated-circuit developers and will begin shipping this month. This initiative reflects both Alibaba's progress in RISC-V chip design and China's broader strategy to overcome US sanctions that have limited access to advanced semiconductor technology, particularly crucial for the country's growing AI sector. The open-source model is intended to foster a collaborative RISC-V ecosystem.
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Alibaba's new XuanTie C930 processor is expected to boost China's semiconductor industry by promoting the use of open-source RISC-V chips, helping the country to counter US tech restrictions. The server-grade processor was launched by Alibaba's research arm, Damo Academy, and developed by its semiconductor unit, T-Head. It is designed for high-performance computing applications like data centers and autonomous vehicles.
The C930 CPU design will be available for licensing to integrated-circuit developers and will begin shipping this month. This initiative reflects both Alibaba's progress in RISC-V chip design and China's broader strategy to overcome US sanctions that have limited access to advanced semiconductor technology, particularly crucial for the country's growing AI sector. The open-source model is intended to foster a collaborative RISC-V ecosystem.
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‘Say thank you’: Poland and US clash on X over Ukraine’s access to Musk’s Starlink
美国参议员马可·卢比奥与波兰外长拉多斯瓦夫·西科尔斯基就乌克兰使用星链（Starlink）卫星互联网系统一事发生争执，起因是西科尔斯基暗示，如果埃隆·马斯克关闭对乌克兰的服务，波兰可能会寻求其他供应商。此前，马斯克在X上表示，如果星链网络被关闭，乌克兰的“整个前线将会崩溃”。
西科尔斯基表示，波兰每年为乌克兰使用星链系统支付约5000万美元，如果SpaceX被证明是不可靠的供应商，他们将被迫寻找替代方案。卢比奥则反驳称，西科尔斯基在“捏造事实”，并表示没有人威胁要切断乌克兰的星链服务，并强调如果没有星链，乌克兰早就输掉了战争。马斯克赞同卢比奥的观点，并称西科尔斯基为“小人物”，并表示波兰只支付了“一小部分成本”，且星链无可替代。
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美国参议员马可·卢比奥与波兰外长拉多斯瓦夫·西科尔斯基就乌克兰使用星链（Starlink）卫星互联网系统一事发生争执，起因是西科尔斯基暗示，如果埃隆·马斯克关闭对乌克兰的服务，波兰可能会寻求其他供应商。此前，马斯克在X上表示，如果星链网络被关闭，乌克兰的“整个前线将会崩溃”。
西科尔斯基表示，波兰每年为乌克兰使用星链系统支付约5000万美元，如果SpaceX被证明是不可靠的供应商，他们将被迫寻找替代方案。卢比奥则反驳称，西科尔斯基在“捏造事实”，并表示没有人威胁要切断乌克兰的星链服务，并强调如果没有星链，乌克兰早就输掉了战争。马斯克赞同卢比奥的观点，并称西科尔斯基为“小人物”，并表示波兰只支付了“一小部分成本”，且星链无可替代。
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Age of cheap palm oil ends amid Indonesia’s biofuel push: ‘those days are gone’
预计未来几年食用油价格将居高不下。主要原因是棕榈油最大生产国印度尼西亚的产量停滞不前，以及该国大力推广生物柴油，导致传统上价格低廉的棕榈油成本上升，从而削弱了其价格优势，并对其他食用油的价格也造成影响。
棕榈油广泛应用于蛋糕、煎炸油、化妆品和清洁产品等领域，占全球植物油出货量的一半以上，尤其受到印度等新兴市场消费者的欢迎。由于产量增长和市场份额竞争，棕榈油价格低廉的时代已经过去。行业分析师 Dorab Mistry 表示，棕榈油产量正在放缓，同时印度尼西亚正在增加棕榈油在生物柴油生产中的使用。
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预计未来几年食用油价格将居高不下。主要原因是棕榈油最大生产国印度尼西亚的产量停滞不前，以及该国大力推广生物柴油，导致传统上价格低廉的棕榈油成本上升，从而削弱了其价格优势，并对其他食用油的价格也造成影响。
棕榈油广泛应用于蛋糕、煎炸油、化妆品和清洁产品等领域，占全球植物油出货量的一半以上，尤其受到印度等新兴市场消费者的欢迎。由于产量增长和市场份额竞争，棕榈油价格低廉的时代已经过去。行业分析师 Dorab Mistry 表示，棕榈油产量正在放缓，同时印度尼西亚正在增加棕榈油在生物柴油生产中的使用。
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After South Korea’s bombing blunder, Pyongyang warns of ‘accidental’ war
北韩谴责美国和南韩的联合军事演习是“挑衅行为”，并警告说，一次意外的射击可能会引发战争。这一声明是在南韩空军错误地轰炸了自己领土上的一个村庄几天后发布的，进一步加剧了朝鲜半岛的紧张局势。
北韩外交部通过国家媒体表示，美韩“自由护盾2025”联合军演是“危险的挑衅行为”，可能因一次意外的射击而引发双方的实际冲突。此次演习包括实兵、虚拟和野外训练，将持续到3月21日。平壤方面一直谴责首尔和华盛顿之间的军事合作，认为这是入侵的准备，并经常通过导弹试射作为回应。最近的演习发生在南韩空军战斗机在与美国军队的联合训练中意外地向一个村庄投下炸弹之后。
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北韩谴责美国和南韩的联合军事演习是“挑衅行为”，并警告说，一次意外的射击可能会引发战争。这一声明是在南韩空军错误地轰炸了自己领土上的一个村庄几天后发布的，进一步加剧了朝鲜半岛的紧张局势。
北韩外交部通过国家媒体表示，美韩“自由护盾2025”联合军演是“危险的挑衅行为”，可能因一次意外的射击而引发双方的实际冲突。此次演习包括实兵、虚拟和野外训练，将持续到3月21日。平壤方面一直谴责首尔和华盛顿之间的军事合作，认为这是入侵的准备，并经常通过导弹试射作为回应。最近的演习发生在南韩空军战斗机在与美国军队的联合训练中意外地向一个村庄投下炸弹之后。
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