How will China achieve its 5% growth target?
China aims to maintain its economic growth target of around 5%, but faces the challenge of identifying new growth drivers. While the economy possesses the potential for faster growth, relying solely on exports, as in the previous year, is unsustainable. Rebuilding domestic confidence is crucial to stimulate consumption and investment.
Several economic fundamentals show improvement, including a stabilizing property market, increased household savings, and a recovering stock market. Notably, the Hong Kong stock market's outperformance compared to Shanghai suggests greater optimism among foreign investors. However, in the past year, consumption's contribution to GDP growth significantly decreased, highlighting the need to shift from export-led growth to a more balanced model driven by domestic demand.
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China aims to maintain its economic growth target of around 5%, but faces the challenge of identifying new growth drivers. While the economy possesses the potential for faster growth, relying solely on exports, as in the previous year, is unsustainable. Rebuilding domestic confidence is crucial to stimulate consumption and investment.
Several economic fundamentals show improvement, including a stabilizing property market, increased household savings, and a recovering stock market. Notably, the Hong Kong stock market's outperformance compared to Shanghai suggests greater optimism among foreign investors. However, in the past year, consumption's contribution to GDP growth significantly decreased, highlighting the need to shift from export-led growth to a more balanced model driven by domestic demand.
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Curtain to close on Hong Kong’s Newport Theatre on April 1 after 20 years
香港旺角的新宝戏院将于4月1日关闭，结束其20年的电影放映历史。新宝院线在社交媒体上证实了这一消息，并表示这是由于市场环境变化和运营调整所致。这家位于豉油街的戏院将继续放映电影直到最后一天。
此次关闭是继新宝院线位于铜锣湾的总统戏院去年关闭后的又一举措。该公司对顾客多年来的支持表示感谢，并表示新宝戏院的美好回忆将永远留在人们的记忆中。香港电影业正面临一波影院关闭潮。
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香港旺角的新宝戏院将于4月1日关闭，结束其20年的电影放映历史。新宝院线在社交媒体上证实了这一消息，并表示这是由于市场环境变化和运营调整所致。这家位于豉油街的戏院将继续放映电影直到最后一天。
此次关闭是继新宝院线位于铜锣湾的总统戏院去年关闭后的又一举措。该公司对顾客多年来的支持表示感谢，并表示新宝戏院的美好回忆将永远留在人们的记忆中。香港电影业正面临一波影院关闭潮。
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Chinese woman pays US$22,000 to clone late dog with skin sample, sparks curiosity online
一位中国女性花费16万元人民币（约2.2万美元）克隆了她已故的宠物狗，这一事件引发了人们对宠物克隆服务的广泛关注。徐女士来自中国东部的杭州，她与媒体分享了自己克隆多伯曼犬Joker的故事，Joker曾是她忠诚勇敢的伙伴，在她独居期间给予了她“无法替代的安全感”。
Joker在11岁时因心脏病去世。此前，它曾因颈部恶性肉瘤接受手术，由于麻醉风险，手术在无镇静的情况下进行，Joker表现得非常配合和勇敢。虽然中国法律并未禁止动物克隆，但该行为必须符合伦理规范，且克隆公司必须具备相关资质。
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一位中国女性花费16万元人民币（约2.2万美元）克隆了她已故的宠物狗，这一事件引发了人们对宠物克隆服务的广泛关注。徐女士来自中国东部的杭州，她与媒体分享了自己克隆多伯曼犬Joker的故事，Joker曾是她忠诚勇敢的伙伴，在她独居期间给予了她“无法替代的安全感”。
Joker在11岁时因心脏病去世。此前，它曾因颈部恶性肉瘤接受手术，由于麻醉风险，手术在无镇静的情况下进行，Joker表现得非常配合和勇敢。虽然中国法律并未禁止动物克隆，但该行为必须符合伦理规范，且克隆公司必须具备相关资质。
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France and Hong Kong can tap AI possibilities together, top diplomat says
France's top diplomat to Hong Kong, Christile Drulhe, believes that artificial intelligence (AI) presents new opportunities for business and academic collaboration between France and Hong Kong. This comes as Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po has made AI a focal point of the city's economic strategy, including a HK$1 billion investment to establish the Hong Kong AI Research and Development Institute.
Drulhe's optimism stems from French President Emmanuel Macron's recent announcement of €109 billion in AI-related investments. She anticipates that the recent summit in Paris, focused on AI governance, will foster investment opportunities and exchanges between Hong Kong and France. While acknowledging a decrease in the French community in Hong Kong since the pandemic, Drulhe remains confident in the city's potential as a major financial hub, particularly as it refocuses on economic development after prioritizing national security in recent years.
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France's top diplomat to Hong Kong, Christile Drulhe, believes that artificial intelligence (AI) presents new opportunities for business and academic collaboration between France and Hong Kong. This comes as Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po has made AI a focal point of the city's economic strategy, including a HK$1 billion investment to establish the Hong Kong AI Research and Development Institute.
Drulhe's optimism stems from French President Emmanuel Macron's recent announcement of €109 billion in AI-related investments. She anticipates that the recent summit in Paris, focused on AI governance, will foster investment opportunities and exchanges between Hong Kong and France. While acknowledging a decrease in the French community in Hong Kong since the pandemic, Drulhe remains confident in the city's potential as a major financial hub, particularly as it refocuses on economic development after prioritizing national security in recent years.
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Alibaba.com targets 100% AI adoption by merchants in 2025 in global expansion drive
Alibaba.com, Alibaba Group's international wholesale marketplace, expects 100% adoption of its AI tools by sellers on the platform by the end of 2024. These AI tools, launched in early 2024, are designed to help sellers with marketing, product management, customer engagement, and risk control, as part of Alibaba's broader strategy to expand its cross-border e-commerce business.
According to Alibaba.com president Zhang Kuo, over half of the platform's roughly 200,000 merchants are already using the AI applications weekly. This push for AI adoption reflects Alibaba's increased focus on cloud computing and AI, supported by a commitment to invest at least $52 billion in related infrastructure over the next three years, marking it as the largest computing project ever financed by a private business in China.
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Alibaba.com, Alibaba Group's international wholesale marketplace, expects 100% adoption of its AI tools by sellers on the platform by the end of 2024. These AI tools, launched in early 2024, are designed to help sellers with marketing, product management, customer engagement, and risk control, as part of Alibaba's broader strategy to expand its cross-border e-commerce business.
According to Alibaba.com president Zhang Kuo, over half of the platform's roughly 200,000 merchants are already using the AI applications weekly. This push for AI adoption reflects Alibaba's increased focus on cloud computing and AI, supported by a commitment to invest at least $52 billion in related infrastructure over the next three years, marking it as the largest computing project ever financed by a private business in China.
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As South Korea’s Yoon walks free, his presidency hangs by a thread
South Korea's suspended President Yoon Suk-yeol was released from detention on Saturday after 52 days, sparking contrasting reactions from political factions. The ruling People Power Party (PPP) hailed it as vindication, while opposition lawmakers protested, but legal experts believe the upcoming Constitutional Court ruling on his impeachment is unlikely to be affected.
Yoon's release followed a district court finding procedural flaws in his arrest, specifically regarding the Crime Investigation Office for High Officials' (CIO) authority and the indictment timeframe. This decision has encouraged the PPP to urge the Constitutional Court to consider the ruling in its impeachment verdict. Yoon is currently facing both a criminal trial for insurrection and an impeachment process initiated by the National Assembly.
If impeached, Yoon would be the first South Korean president permanently removed for insurrection, potentially leading to additional charges like abuse of power and illicit political fundraising. Impeachment would strip him of presidential immunity, allowing him to face criminal indictment, which is otherwise restricted unless charged with treason or insurrection.
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South Korea's suspended President Yoon Suk-yeol was released from detention on Saturday after 52 days, sparking contrasting reactions from political factions. The ruling People Power Party (PPP) hailed it as vindication, while opposition lawmakers protested, but legal experts believe the upcoming Constitutional Court ruling on his impeachment is unlikely to be affected.
Yoon's release followed a district court finding procedural flaws in his arrest, specifically regarding the Crime Investigation Office for High Officials' (CIO) authority and the indictment timeframe. This decision has encouraged the PPP to urge the Constitutional Court to consider the ruling in its impeachment verdict. Yoon is currently facing both a criminal trial for insurrection and an impeachment process initiated by the National Assembly.
If impeached, Yoon would be the first South Korean president permanently removed for insurrection, potentially leading to additional charges like abuse of power and illicit political fundraising. Impeachment would strip him of presidential immunity, allowing him to face criminal indictment, which is otherwise restricted unless charged with treason or insurrection.
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Hong Kong rents hit 5½-year high as demand surges post-holiday season
香港租金在2月份达到五年半以来的新高。中原地产数据显示，农历新年假期后需求增加，推动租金上涨。中原地产预计，由于经济不确定性导致更多人推迟购房，租金将继续上涨。
中原城市租金指数在2月份环比上涨0.46%至123.97，为2019年9月以来的最高水平，也超过了去年8月份的峰值。中原地产高级联席董事杨明义表示，这表明传统的租赁市场淡季已经结束，市场情绪有所改善。强劲的住房需求和租赁房源短缺可能会逐步推高租金，预计第三季度将是租赁旺季，租金指数或将挑战2018年8月创下的历史新高。
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香港租金在2月份达到五年半以来的新高。中原地产数据显示，农历新年假期后需求增加，推动租金上涨。中原地产预计，由于经济不确定性导致更多人推迟购房，租金将继续上涨。
中原城市租金指数在2月份环比上涨0.46%至123.97，为2019年9月以来的最高水平，也超过了去年8月份的峰值。中原地产高级联席董事杨明义表示，这表明传统的租赁市场淡季已经结束，市场情绪有所改善。强劲的住房需求和租赁房源短缺可能会逐步推高租金，预计第三季度将是租赁旺季，租金指数或将挑战2018年8月创下的历史新高。
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Meet Korea’s ‘Daechi mom’, wealthy tiger mum parody viral on YouTube for accuracy
The "Daechi mom," a Korean cultural phenomenon representing a mother obsessed with her child's education, has gained significant attention, particularly through comedian Lee Su-ji's parody on YouTube. This character embodies a woman dedicated to ensuring her child's academic success, often seen in the affluent Daechi-dong district of Seoul, known for its abundance of private academies.
The Daechi mom is typically portrayed as a stylish woman who tirelessly transports her children between after-school academies, or hagwon, in pursuit of academic excellence. Lee Su-ji's comedic portrayal has resonated deeply, sparking a cultural conversation about the pressures and extremes of education in South Korea.
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The "Daechi mom," a Korean cultural phenomenon representing a mother obsessed with her child's education, has gained significant attention, particularly through comedian Lee Su-ji's parody on YouTube. This character embodies a woman dedicated to ensuring her child's academic success, often seen in the affluent Daechi-dong district of Seoul, known for its abundance of private academies.
The Daechi mom is typically portrayed as a stylish woman who tirelessly transports her children between after-school academies, or hagwon, in pursuit of academic excellence. Lee Su-ji's comedic portrayal has resonated deeply, sparking a cultural conversation about the pressures and extremes of education in South Korea.
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Spa shooter’s admissions will be used in Atlanta death penalty case, judge rules
一名男子因在亚特兰大按摩店杀害四名女性而被指控，法官驳回了其律师阻止陪审团听取他被捕后所作陈述的请求。富尔顿县高等法院首席法官 Ural Glanville 在 Robert Aaron Long 的动议听证会结束时做出了裁决，Long 面临 2021 年 3 月亚特兰大按摩店枪击案的死刑判决。
Long 已经因在切罗基县一家按摩店杀害四人而被判处终身监禁且不得假释。Long 的律师试图阻止检察官使用 Long 在当晚被捕后向警方所做的陈述。法官表示，这些陈述以及他在切罗基县的有罪答辩可以在审判中使用，但他表示会考虑辩方对陈述部分内容提出的异议。Long，25 岁，于 2021 年 3 月 16 日在切罗基县的 Youngs Asian Massage 杀害了四人，随后前往亚特兰大，在 Gold Spa 杀害了三名女性，然后在街对面 Aromatherapy Spa 杀害了一人。
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一名男子因在亚特兰大按摩店杀害四名女性而被指控，法官驳回了其律师阻止陪审团听取他被捕后所作陈述的请求。富尔顿县高等法院首席法官 Ural Glanville 在 Robert Aaron Long 的动议听证会结束时做出了裁决，Long 面临 2021 年 3 月亚特兰大按摩店枪击案的死刑判决。
Long 已经因在切罗基县一家按摩店杀害四人而被判处终身监禁且不得假释。Long 的律师试图阻止检察官使用 Long 在当晚被捕后向警方所做的陈述。法官表示，这些陈述以及他在切罗基县的有罪答辩可以在审判中使用，但他表示会考虑辩方对陈述部分内容提出的异议。Long，25 岁，于 2021 年 3 月 16 日在切罗基县的 Youngs Asian Massage 杀害了四人，随后前往亚特兰大，在 Gold Spa 杀害了三名女性，然后在街对面 Aromatherapy Spa 杀害了一人。
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Court martial convenes for Pentagon secrets leaker already jailed for 15 years
马萨诸塞州空军国民警卫队成员杰克·特谢拉因泄露高度机密军事文件，面临军事法庭的审判。此前，他已在联邦法院被判处15年监禁，原因是其行为构成了近年来最严重的国家安全漏洞。
特谢拉去年承认犯有六项间谍法规定的故意保留和传输国防信息罪。此次军事法庭还将审理他违反命令和妨碍司法的指控。他的律师辩称，妨碍司法指控应被驳回或免于处罚，因为它已在去年11月的量刑中被考虑在内，属于双重危险。检方则认为，该指控涉及不同时间和行为，与联邦案件中的妨碍司法行为不同。法官已将辩方动议提交审议，并将于周四恢复审理。关于违反命令的指控，法院承认存在认罪协议，但双方均未提供任何细节，预计法院将于周四与特谢拉一起审查协议细节。
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马萨诸塞州空军国民警卫队成员杰克·特谢拉因泄露高度机密军事文件，面临军事法庭的审判。此前，他已在联邦法院被判处15年监禁，原因是其行为构成了近年来最严重的国家安全漏洞。
特谢拉去年承认犯有六项间谍法规定的故意保留和传输国防信息罪。此次军事法庭还将审理他违反命令和妨碍司法的指控。他的律师辩称，妨碍司法指控应被驳回或免于处罚，因为它已在去年11月的量刑中被考虑在内，属于双重危险。检方则认为，该指控涉及不同时间和行为，与联邦案件中的妨碍司法行为不同。法官已将辩方动议提交审议，并将于周四恢复审理。关于违反命令的指控，法院承认存在认罪协议，但双方均未提供任何细节，预计法院将于周四与特谢拉一起审查协议细节。
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China’s political class counts up sci-tech feats and counts on tipping point with US
中国在科技领域取得了显著进展，引发了国际关注，尤其是在与美国的科技竞争中。嫦娥六号成功在月球背面着陆并采集土壤，这是美国宇航局尚未实现的壮举，象征着中国在21世纪科技竞争中的雄心壮志。此外，中国还在人工智能、第六代隐形战机、人形机器人和新型芯片等领域取得了突破。
中国官方媒体宣称，中国在高影响力研究方面超越了美国，成为科学研究领域的新领导者。一些观察家认为，这种发展势头预示着全球科技格局正在发生不可避免的转变。例如，启勃机器人公司创始人耿涛认为，科技领域的“临界点可能已经到来”。
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中国在科技领域取得了显著进展，引发了国际关注，尤其是在与美国的科技竞争中。嫦娥六号成功在月球背面着陆并采集土壤，这是美国宇航局尚未实现的壮举，象征着中国在21世纪科技竞争中的雄心壮志。此外，中国还在人工智能、第六代隐形战机、人形机器人和新型芯片等领域取得了突破。
中国官方媒体宣称，中国在高影响力研究方面超越了美国，成为科学研究领域的新领导者。一些观察家认为，这种发展势头预示着全球科技格局正在发生不可避免的转变。例如，启勃机器人公司创始人耿涛认为，科技领域的“临界点可能已经到来”。
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Why second Trump administration is going easy on the China-bashing
Despite his history of aggressive rhetoric, particularly towards allies, Donald Trump has shown a surprising level of restraint regarding China, even signaling potential for renewed trade deals and openness to TikTok's presence in the US market. This marks a potential shift from his previous hawkish stance.
Several factors may explain this change, including the ineffectiveness of his previous China strategy, the influence of tech leaders like Elon Musk and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. During his first term, Trump's administration took US-China relations to a historic low, marked by accusations of economic exploitation, intellectual property theft, and blame for the Covid-19 pandemic. However, his policies, such as imposing tariffs, backfired as China retaliated, ultimately harming US exports.
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Despite his history of aggressive rhetoric, particularly towards allies, Donald Trump has shown a surprising level of restraint regarding China, even signaling potential for renewed trade deals and openness to TikTok's presence in the US market. This marks a potential shift from his previous hawkish stance.
Several factors may explain this change, including the ineffectiveness of his previous China strategy, the influence of tech leaders like Elon Musk and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. During his first term, Trump's administration took US-China relations to a historic low, marked by accusations of economic exploitation, intellectual property theft, and blame for the Covid-19 pandemic. However, his policies, such as imposing tariffs, backfired as China retaliated, ultimately harming US exports.
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Residents evacuated as Guatemala’s Fuego volcano erupts, spewing lava, ash and rocks
危地马拉富埃戈火山爆发，当局紧急疏散了约一千名居民。火山喷发出熔岩、火山灰和岩石，对周边社区构成威胁。由于2018年富埃戈火山爆发造成严重伤亡，此次火山活动引发了当地居民的恐慌，他们纷纷逃离家园寻求避难。
约有125个家庭，共计900人从El Porvenir社区被疏散，Las Lajitas社区的居民也被疏散。目前，疏散人员已被安置在临时避难所，或投靠亲友。富埃戈火山是中美洲最活跃的火山，距离首都危地马拉城35公里。
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危地马拉富埃戈火山爆发，当局紧急疏散了约一千名居民。火山喷发出熔岩、火山灰和岩石，对周边社区构成威胁。由于2018年富埃戈火山爆发造成严重伤亡，此次火山活动引发了当地居民的恐慌，他们纷纷逃离家园寻求避难。
约有125个家庭，共计900人从El Porvenir社区被疏散，Las Lajitas社区的居民也被疏散。目前，疏散人员已被安置在临时避难所，或投靠亲友。富埃戈火山是中美洲最活跃的火山，距离首都危地马拉城35公里。
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LA district attorney will not support resentencing Menendez brothers ‘because they lied’
洛杉矶县地方检察官表示，不支持重新判处莱尔和埃里克·梅内德斯兄弟的刑罚，因为他们多次谎称1989年在比佛利山庄的家中杀害父母的原因。检察官认为，兄弟俩在审判期间就杀人动机多次撒谎，并未表现出足够的“洞察力和完全责任”。
检察官指出，梅内德斯兄弟一直声称是出于自卫才杀害父母，但这与案件的事实不符，事实表明他们有预谋地策划了这起谋杀，并试图伪装成黑帮袭击。他将此案与刺杀罗伯特·肯尼迪参议员的西尔汉·西尔汉的案件进行比较，认为两人都有大量支持信件，且被认为是低风险囚犯，但西尔汉最终被拒绝假释，因为他仍然对公众构成威胁。检察官表示，如果梅内德斯兄弟能够坦诚交代所有谎言，他未来可能会支持重新量刑。
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洛杉矶县地方检察官表示，不支持重新判处莱尔和埃里克·梅内德斯兄弟的刑罚，因为他们多次谎称1989年在比佛利山庄的家中杀害父母的原因。检察官认为，兄弟俩在审判期间就杀人动机多次撒谎，并未表现出足够的“洞察力和完全责任”。
检察官指出，梅内德斯兄弟一直声称是出于自卫才杀害父母，但这与案件的事实不符，事实表明他们有预谋地策划了这起谋杀，并试图伪装成黑帮袭击。他将此案与刺杀罗伯特·肯尼迪参议员的西尔汉·西尔汉的案件进行比较，认为两人都有大量支持信件，且被认为是低风险囚犯，但西尔汉最终被拒绝假释，因为他仍然对公众构成威胁。检察官表示，如果梅内德斯兄弟能够坦诚交代所有谎言，他未来可能会支持重新量刑。
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Rubio vows to block ‘antagonistic’ language on Russia at G7 meeting
美国国务卿Marco Rubio表示，美国将反对在即将举行的G7外长会议上使用“对抗性”的对俄措辞。Rubio强调，此举并非偏袒任何一方，而是认为对抗性言论不利于促成对话，美国的立场旨在促使俄乌双方重回谈判桌。
Rubio承认，包括英国、加拿大、法国、德国、意大利和日本在内的其他G7成员对此持有不同看法。然而，他认为目前只有美国能够促成俄乌之间的对话。此前，美国在联合国一项避免要求俄罗斯完全撤出被占领土的决议中，与俄罗斯一同投了反对票，与多数西方盟友的立场相悖，显示出特朗普政府立场的转变。
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美国国务卿Marco Rubio表示，美国将反对在即将举行的G7外长会议上使用“对抗性”的对俄措辞。Rubio强调，此举并非偏袒任何一方，而是认为对抗性言论不利于促成对话，美国的立场旨在促使俄乌双方重回谈判桌。
Rubio承认，包括英国、加拿大、法国、德国、意大利和日本在内的其他G7成员对此持有不同看法。然而，他认为目前只有美国能够促成俄乌之间的对话。此前，美国在联合国一项避免要求俄罗斯完全撤出被占领土的决议中，与俄罗斯一同投了反对票，与多数西方盟友的立场相悖，显示出特朗普政府立场的转变。
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Trump says arrest of pro-Palestinian Columbia student is ‘first of many to come’
美国前总统特朗普表示，哥伦比亚大学亲巴勒斯坦抗议活动中的一名巴勒斯坦毕业生被捕，这只是开始，未来还会有更多人被捕。特朗普政府不会容忍支持恐怖主义、反犹太主义和反美活动。
马哈茂德·哈利勒在周末被联邦移民机构逮捕，面临被驱逐出境的风险。美国国土安全部证实了此次逮捕，并表示这是特朗普禁止反犹太主义行政命令的结果。特朗普还在社交媒体上声称，许多参与抗议的人并非学生，而是受雇的煽动者，他表示将找到、逮捕并将这些恐怖主义同情者驱逐出境，且永不让他们返回美国。
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美国前总统特朗普表示，哥伦比亚大学亲巴勒斯坦抗议活动中的一名巴勒斯坦毕业生被捕，这只是开始，未来还会有更多人被捕。特朗普政府不会容忍支持恐怖主义、反犹太主义和反美活动。
马哈茂德·哈利勒在周末被联邦移民机构逮捕，面临被驱逐出境的风险。美国国土安全部证实了此次逮捕，并表示这是特朗普禁止反犹太主义行政命令的结果。特朗普还在社交媒体上声称，许多参与抗议的人并非学生，而是受雇的煽动者，他表示将找到、逮捕并将这些恐怖主义同情者驱逐出境，且永不让他们返回美国。
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Ukraine’s Zelensky arrives in Saudi Arabia to meet prince ahead of summit with US
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Saudi Arabia to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, ahead of a crucial meeting between his team and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The primary goal is to mend relations with the United States and ensure the continued flow of vital military aid and intelligence, which have been critical to Ukraine's defense since the Russian invasion in 2022.
This visit follows a strained encounter in Washington D.C. where Zelensky's previous visit reportedly led to disagreements with US President Donald Trump and Vice-President J.D. Vance. While Zelensky will not personally attend the meeting with Rubio in Jeddah, his team will be working to address concerns and reaffirm the importance of U.S. support for Ukraine. Rubio also plans to meet with Prince Mohammed, and assess Ukraine’s progress and needs.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Saudi Arabia to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, ahead of a crucial meeting between his team and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The primary goal is to mend relations with the United States and ensure the continued flow of vital military aid and intelligence, which have been critical to Ukraine's defense since the Russian invasion in 2022.
This visit follows a strained encounter in Washington D.C. where Zelensky's previous visit reportedly led to disagreements with US President Donald Trump and Vice-President J.D. Vance. While Zelensky will not personally attend the meeting with Rubio in Jeddah, his team will be working to address concerns and reaffirm the importance of U.S. support for Ukraine. Rubio also plans to meet with Prince Mohammed, and assess Ukraine’s progress and needs.
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Ontario hits back at Trump’s trade war with 25% electricity hike for 1.5 million Americans
加拿大人口最多的省份安大略省宣布，将对向美国出口的电力加征25%的关税，以回应美国总统特朗普发起的贸易战。这项新规将于下周一生效，影响到明尼苏达州、纽约州和密歇根州共150万美国人。
安大略省省长道格·福特表示，即使特朗普政府宣布贸易战暂时休战一个月，这项关税政策仍将继续执行，因为短暂的喘息并不能消除不确定性。福特强调，如果美国进一步升级贸易战，他不排除完全停止对美供电的可能性，并表示此举是为了保护安大略省的工人、家庭和企业，预计每天可带来30万至40万加元的收入。
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加拿大人口最多的省份安大略省宣布，将对向美国出口的电力加征25%的关税，以回应美国总统特朗普发起的贸易战。这项新规将于下周一生效，影响到明尼苏达州、纽约州和密歇根州共150万美国人。
安大略省省长道格·福特表示，即使特朗普政府宣布贸易战暂时休战一个月，这项关税政策仍将继续执行，因为短暂的喘息并不能消除不确定性。福特强调，如果美国进一步升级贸易战，他不排除完全停止对美供电的可能性，并表示此举是为了保护安大略省的工人、家庭和企业，预计每天可带来30万至40万加元的收入。
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Trump administration’s new app encourages ‘self-deportation’ for undocumented immigrants
The Trump administration has launched a new app, CBP Home, allowing undocumented immigrants in the US to initiate their own deportation. This app provides an option for individuals to signal their "intent to depart," potentially offering them a chance to return legally in the future.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated that the app aims to encourage self-deportation, warning that those who don't comply will be found and deported with no chance of return. While Trump had pledged to increase deportations, his initial numbers were lower than the monthly average under President Biden in 2024, although Biden's deportations included many recent border crossers. The administration hopes this app will further pressure undocumented immigrants to leave the country.
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The Trump administration has launched a new app, CBP Home, allowing undocumented immigrants in the US to initiate their own deportation. This app provides an option for individuals to signal their "intent to depart," potentially offering them a chance to return legally in the future.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated that the app aims to encourage self-deportation, warning that those who don't comply will be found and deported with no chance of return. While Trump had pledged to increase deportations, his initial numbers were lower than the monthly average under President Biden in 2024, although Biden's deportations included many recent border crossers. The administration hopes this app will further pressure undocumented immigrants to leave the country.
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Pedestrians help to lift taxi after Hong Kong girl’s leg trapped in accident
香港九龙湾丽晶花园发生一起交通事故，一名13岁女学生在过马路时被出租车撞倒，右脚踝被压在车轮下。事发后，多名路人与救援人员合力抬起出租车，以解救被困女孩。
事故发生在傍晚6点55分，地点位于丽晶花园的丽晶街。目击者称，女孩当时身穿校服，痛苦地躺在地上。事发后，有人立即报警，现场几名男子迅速上前帮忙，众人合力抬车，同时安抚女孩并联系她的家人。消防员和医护人员也迅速赶到现场进行救援。
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香港九龙湾丽晶花园发生一起交通事故，一名13岁女学生在过马路时被出租车撞倒，右脚踝被压在车轮下。事发后，多名路人与救援人员合力抬起出租车，以解救被困女孩。
事故发生在傍晚6点55分，地点位于丽晶花园的丽晶街。目击者称，女孩当时身穿校服，痛苦地躺在地上。事发后，有人立即报警，现场几名男子迅速上前帮忙，众人合力抬车，同时安抚女孩并联系她的家人。消防员和医护人员也迅速赶到现场进行救援。
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