China supplied 81% of Pakistan’s arms imports in the past 5 years, SIPRI says
Pakistan's reliance on Chinese weaponry has increased, with 81% of its arms imports over the past five years originating from China. This marks a 7% increase compared to the preceding five-year period, highlighting Pakistan's growing dependence on China for advanced defense systems.
This trend coincides with China's significant advancements in its domestic defense industry, enabling it to offer a wider array of sophisticated weapons to strategic partners like Pakistan. This deepening security partnership allows Beijing to expand its influence in South Asia, particularly in the context of its ongoing rivalry with the United States. Pakistan accounts for 63% of China's total arms exports, with a total value of $5.28 billion over the past five years.
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Pakistan's reliance on Chinese weaponry has increased, with 81% of its arms imports over the past five years originating from China. This marks a 7% increase compared to the preceding five-year period, highlighting Pakistan's growing dependence on China for advanced defense systems.
This trend coincides with China's significant advancements in its domestic defense industry, enabling it to offer a wider array of sophisticated weapons to strategic partners like Pakistan. This deepening security partnership allows Beijing to expand its influence in South Asia, particularly in the context of its ongoing rivalry with the United States. Pakistan accounts for 63% of China's total arms exports, with a total value of $5.28 billion over the past five years.
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Japan’s hot springs risk drying up as tourism-fuelled water crisis sparks closures
日本各地的温泉度假村正面临用水短缺的问题，原因是外国游客的大量涌入导致用水量增加，迫使一些温泉因供水不足而关闭。地方政府表示，旅游业的繁荣虽然支撑了日本经济，但没有减弱的迹象，目前还没有长期的解决方案出现。
佐贺县嬉野市市长村上大辅表示，该市温泉的水位正在下降，但温泉仍在运营。该县认为，新干线开通后，游客增多导致需求上升是水位下降的原因。目前，地方政府已经限制了新的钻探，并呼吁节约用水，一些酒店也开始限制深夜在客房内泡澡，以使水位逐渐恢复。
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日本各地的温泉度假村正面临用水短缺的问题，原因是外国游客的大量涌入导致用水量增加，迫使一些温泉因供水不足而关闭。地方政府表示，旅游业的繁荣虽然支撑了日本经济，但没有减弱的迹象，目前还没有长期的解决方案出现。
佐贺县嬉野市市长村上大辅表示，该市温泉的水位正在下降，但温泉仍在运营。该县认为，新干线开通后，游客增多导致需求上升是水位下降的原因。目前，地方政府已经限制了新的钻探，并呼吁节约用水，一些酒店也开始限制深夜在客房内泡澡，以使水位逐渐恢复。
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Most young people in Korea view marriage and childbirth with mix of sadness, fear, disgust
一项最新研究显示，尽管韩国2024年的总和生育率略有回升，但韩国年轻人普遍将婚姻和生育与负面情绪联系起来，如悲伤、恐惧和厌恶。该研究结果突显了年轻一代对婚姻和生育的普遍消极看法，这与韩国生育率持续低迷的现状形成了鲜明对比。
韩国未来人口研究所（KPPIF）分析了职场社交平台Blind上约5万篇与婚姻、生育和育儿相关的帖子。情感分析显示，超过60%的帖子表达了负面情绪。该研究所使用频率、主题、网络和情感分析等方法，考察了2017年12月至2024年11月期间的帖子，旨在深入了解韩国年轻人的观点，为制定相关人口政策提供参考。
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一项最新研究显示，尽管韩国2024年的总和生育率略有回升，但韩国年轻人普遍将婚姻和生育与负面情绪联系起来，如悲伤、恐惧和厌恶。该研究结果突显了年轻一代对婚姻和生育的普遍消极看法，这与韩国生育率持续低迷的现状形成了鲜明对比。
韩国未来人口研究所（KPPIF）分析了职场社交平台Blind上约5万篇与婚姻、生育和育儿相关的帖子。情感分析显示，超过60%的帖子表达了负面情绪。该研究所使用频率、主题、网络和情感分析等方法，考察了2017年12月至2024年11月期间的帖子，旨在深入了解韩国年轻人的观点，为制定相关人口政策提供参考。
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US jails Chinese man for smuggling ‘status symbol’ turtles to Hong Kong
Tin Sai-keung因走私受保护乌龟被判处近三年监禁。这名中国公民被指控在五年多的时间里，非法走私约2100只乌龟，这些乌龟被藏匿在标有杏仁和巧克力饼干的包裹中，企图蒙混过关，运往香港。
这些乌龟主要是东部箱龟，因其鲜艳的黄色和橙色标记而备受追捧。美国司法部表示，随着中国中产阶级的崛起，北美本土乌龟已成为一种地位的象征，在黑市上每只价值至少2000美元。这些乌龟原产于美国东部的森林地区，通常可以活到100年以上。
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Tin Sai-keung因走私受保护乌龟被判处近三年监禁。这名中国公民被指控在五年多的时间里，非法走私约2100只乌龟，这些乌龟被藏匿在标有杏仁和巧克力饼干的包裹中，企图蒙混过关，运往香港。
这些乌龟主要是东部箱龟，因其鲜艳的黄色和橙色标记而备受追捧。美国司法部表示，随着中国中产阶级的崛起，北美本土乌龟已成为一种地位的象征，在黑市上每只价值至少2000美元。这些乌龟原产于美国东部的森林地区，通常可以活到100年以上。
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Hong Kong’s veteran judges pay tribute to late colleague Michael Stuart-Moore
英国律师Michael Stuart-Moore 1993年被任命为香港高等法院法官，并在香港服务了26年，处理了许多知名的刑事案件。他的去世让他在香港的许多朋友和前同事感到震惊和悲伤。
在香港回归中国前四年加入香港司法系统的Stuart-Moore被认为是一位有价值的人才。终审法院首席法官张举能评价他是一位杰出的法官和优秀的同事，为香港的刑法做出了重要贡献。法官同事们认为他务实、严谨，很快就赢得了声誉。据悉，Stuart-Moore热爱网球和板球，是一位长笛演奏家，喜欢莫扎特，并且讨厌任何形式的自负。
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英国律师Michael Stuart-Moore 1993年被任命为香港高等法院法官，并在香港服务了26年，处理了许多知名的刑事案件。他的去世让他在香港的许多朋友和前同事感到震惊和悲伤。
在香港回归中国前四年加入香港司法系统的Stuart-Moore被认为是一位有价值的人才。终审法院首席法官张举能评价他是一位杰出的法官和优秀的同事，为香港的刑法做出了重要贡献。法官同事们认为他务实、严谨，很快就赢得了声誉。据悉，Stuart-Moore热爱网球和板球，是一位长笛演奏家，喜欢莫扎特，并且讨厌任何形式的自负。
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Hongkongers wake up to cool weather, as temperatures fall to 15 degrees Celsius
香港市区周日气温骤降至约15摄氏度，同时伴有强风。受东北季风影响，中国南部沿海地区出现大风降温天气，香港天文台已发布相关预警，提醒市民注意海上风浪可能带来的危险。
香港各区气温普遍比前一天下降了4到5度。早上7点左右，观塘录得最低气温14.1度，跑马地为15.8度，而香港最高峰大帽山的气温则降至5.8度。
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香港市区周日气温骤降至约15摄氏度，同时伴有强风。受东北季风影响，中国南部沿海地区出现大风降温天气，香港天文台已发布相关预警，提醒市民注意海上风浪可能带来的危险。
香港各区气温普遍比前一天下降了4到5度。早上7点左右，观塘录得最低气温14.1度，跑马地为15.8度，而香港最高峰大帽山的气温则降至5.8度。
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Chip war: Chinese start-up aims to break Nvidia’s grip on AI with new model framework
A new AI framework called Chitu, developed by teams associated with China’s Tsinghua University, aims to reduce reliance on Nvidia chips for AI model inference. This development marks a significant step towards enhancing China's technological self-sufficiency in the face of US export controls on advanced GPUs.
Chitu, designed for large language models (LLMs), can operate on domestically produced Chinese chips, challenging Nvidia's dominance. Tests using Nvidia's A800 GPUs showed that Chitu achieved a 315% increase in model inference speed and a 50% reduction in GPU usage compared to foreign open-source frameworks when running the DeepSeek-R1 model. The open-source framework supports mainstream models, including those from DeepSeek and Meta's Llama series, providing a viable alternative amid restrictions on Nvidia's high-performance GPUs like the H100 and H800 in China.
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A new AI framework called Chitu, developed by teams associated with China’s Tsinghua University, aims to reduce reliance on Nvidia chips for AI model inference. This development marks a significant step towards enhancing China's technological self-sufficiency in the face of US export controls on advanced GPUs.
Chitu, designed for large language models (LLMs), can operate on domestically produced Chinese chips, challenging Nvidia's dominance. Tests using Nvidia's A800 GPUs showed that Chitu achieved a 315% increase in model inference speed and a 50% reduction in GPU usage compared to foreign open-source frameworks when running the DeepSeek-R1 model. The open-source framework supports mainstream models, including those from DeepSeek and Meta's Llama series, providing a viable alternative amid restrictions on Nvidia's high-performance GPUs like the H100 and H800 in China.
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Peru fisherman, who survives 95 days at sea eating roaches, birds, turtles, returns home
Maximo Napa, a Peruvian fisherman, survived 95 days adrift in the Pacific Ocean after a fishing trip went awry, and is now returning home. Napa endured by eating roaches, birds, and sea turtles, and collecting rainwater, after his boat was thrown off course by stormy weather on December 7.
Napa had initially packed food for a two-week trip, but ended up lost at sea. His family launched a search, but Peruvian maritime patrols were unsuccessful. He was finally discovered by an Ecuadorian fishing patrol approximately 1,094 kilometers (680 miles) off the Ecuadorian coast in critical condition. Napa credited his survival to his determination to see his family again, including his two-month-old granddaughter, even enduring the last 15 days without food.
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Maximo Napa, a Peruvian fisherman, survived 95 days adrift in the Pacific Ocean after a fishing trip went awry, and is now returning home. Napa endured by eating roaches, birds, and sea turtles, and collecting rainwater, after his boat was thrown off course by stormy weather on December 7.
Napa had initially packed food for a two-week trip, but ended up lost at sea. His family launched a search, but Peruvian maritime patrols were unsuccessful. He was finally discovered by an Ecuadorian fishing patrol approximately 1,094 kilometers (680 miles) off the Ecuadorian coast in critical condition. Napa credited his survival to his determination to see his family again, including his two-month-old granddaughter, even enduring the last 15 days without food.
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Malaysia peddles premium palm oil in China as overall imports decline
马来西亚棕榈油对华出口量近年来有所下降，这引发了该国的高度关注，因为棕榈油是马来西亚最重要的出口商品。为了扭转这一局面，马来西亚正在努力向中国消费者推广棕榈油，希望他们能更多地了解和使用这种产品。
马来西亚棕榈油种植园覆盖了该国大片土地。棕榈油富含维生素E，用途广泛，但一些中国消费者可能对其健康益处不了解，或者因为收入增加而更喜欢其他类型的食用油。此外，棕榈油的饱和脂肪含量较高，长期以来与心脏病风险增加有关，这也可能影响了中国消费者的选择。
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马来西亚棕榈油对华出口量近年来有所下降，这引发了该国的高度关注，因为棕榈油是马来西亚最重要的出口商品。为了扭转这一局面，马来西亚正在努力向中国消费者推广棕榈油，希望他们能更多地了解和使用这种产品。
马来西亚棕榈油种植园覆盖了该国大片土地。棕榈油富含维生素E，用途广泛，但一些中国消费者可能对其健康益处不了解，或者因为收入增加而更喜欢其他类型的食用油。此外，棕榈油的饱和脂肪含量较高，长期以来与心脏病风险增加有关，这也可能影响了中国消费者的选择。
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Is US losing plasma engine race to China and Russia ahead of long journey to Mars?
Chinese engineers have unveiled a powerful new plasma engine, potentially propelling China ahead of the United States in developing plasma technology for deep space missions like Mars exploration. This engine also narrows the technology gap with Russia, a leader in the field, especially regarding advanced prototype plasma engines capable of significantly reducing travel time to Mars.
The "high-thrust magnetic plasma thruster," developed by the Xian Aerospace Propulsion Institute, achieved stable operation at its full 100-kilowatt power. The team utilized 3D-printed materials and high-temperature superconducting magnet technology in its creation, suggesting potential applications in interplanetary cargo transport and deep space exploration. Plasma engines generate thrust by using electricity to create plasma and eject ions, offering a promising avenue for advanced space propulsion.
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Chinese engineers have unveiled a powerful new plasma engine, potentially propelling China ahead of the United States in developing plasma technology for deep space missions like Mars exploration. This engine also narrows the technology gap with Russia, a leader in the field, especially regarding advanced prototype plasma engines capable of significantly reducing travel time to Mars.
The "high-thrust magnetic plasma thruster," developed by the Xian Aerospace Propulsion Institute, achieved stable operation at its full 100-kilowatt power. The team utilized 3D-printed materials and high-temperature superconducting magnet technology in its creation, suggesting potential applications in interplanetary cargo transport and deep space exploration. Plasma engines generate thrust by using electricity to create plasma and eject ions, offering a promising avenue for advanced space propulsion.
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American demand for overseas property, residency surges in second Trump term
越来越多的美国人开始效仿中国内地和香港的富裕人士，寻求在海外购置房产以获得居留权。 英国、澳大利亚和葡萄牙是热门目的地，当地房产中介注意到来自美国的客户数量显著增加，他们希望提前布局海外住宅选项。
尽管官方数据有限，但移民顾问和房产中介表示，在唐纳德·特朗普再次当选后，这一趋势愈演愈烈，他的政策加剧了人们对经济和法治等问题的不确定性。伦敦投资移民咨询公司Henley & Partners表示，2024年咨询该公司服务的美国客户数量比2019年增加了1000%以上。总体而言，美国公民占去年该咨询公司处理的所有申请的约四分之一，几乎与接下来四个客户群体总和相当。
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越来越多的美国人开始效仿中国内地和香港的富裕人士，寻求在海外购置房产以获得居留权。 英国、澳大利亚和葡萄牙是热门目的地，当地房产中介注意到来自美国的客户数量显著增加，他们希望提前布局海外住宅选项。
尽管官方数据有限，但移民顾问和房产中介表示，在唐纳德·特朗普再次当选后，这一趋势愈演愈烈，他的政策加剧了人们对经济和法治等问题的不确定性。伦敦投资移民咨询公司Henley & Partners表示，2024年咨询该公司服务的美国客户数量比2019年增加了1000%以上。总体而言，美国公民占去年该咨询公司处理的所有申请的约四分之一，几乎与接下来四个客户群体总和相当。
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Amid spate of youth suicides, Hong Kong must weave a safety net
Hong Kong is grappling with a concerning rise in student suicides, prompting renewed calls for comprehensive mental health support and preventative measures. Paul Yip, chairman of the 2016 government-appointed student suicide prevention committee, emphasizes the need for a holistic, public health approach, highlighting that the issues identified in the committee's report remain largely unaddressed. The recent cluster of cases has triggered fears of a potential copycat effect, underscoring the urgency of collective action.
Analysis of the recent suicides reveals a complex interplay of factors, including family dynamics, triggering events, and individual vulnerabilities. While Hong Kong's student suicide rate is estimated at four per 100,000, the unpredictable nature of suicide risk makes it difficult to rely solely on identifying "high-risk" individuals. A broader, society-wide commitment to vigilance, empathy, and systemic change is crucial for effective prevention, rather than relying on fragmented, sporadic efforts.
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Hong Kong is grappling with a concerning rise in student suicides, prompting renewed calls for comprehensive mental health support and preventative measures. Paul Yip, chairman of the 2016 government-appointed student suicide prevention committee, emphasizes the need for a holistic, public health approach, highlighting that the issues identified in the committee's report remain largely unaddressed. The recent cluster of cases has triggered fears of a potential copycat effect, underscoring the urgency of collective action.
Analysis of the recent suicides reveals a complex interplay of factors, including family dynamics, triggering events, and individual vulnerabilities. While Hong Kong's student suicide rate is estimated at four per 100,000, the unpredictable nature of suicide risk makes it difficult to rely solely on identifying "high-risk" individuals. A broader, society-wide commitment to vigilance, empathy, and systemic change is crucial for effective prevention, rather than relying on fragmented, sporadic efforts.
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An unexpected link between Hong Kong’s Louis Cha ‘Jin Yong’ and Labubu doll
Labubu玩具的创造者、香港艺术家龙家升(Lung Ka-sing)将他的早期创造力归功于童年时期阅读金庸武侠小说。金庸的小说激发了他的想象力，并帮助他学习读写中文，为他日后的艺术创作奠定了基础。
龙家升六岁时随父母移居荷兰，但他对香港文化的热爱以及对金庸小说的喜爱从未改变。他回忆起最早接触的是《笑傲江湖》，并由此开始阅读金庸的其他作品。这些经历不仅丰富了他的童年，也影响了他后来的艺术创作，使他的作品中蕴含着对香港文化的独特理解和表达。
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Labubu玩具的创造者、香港艺术家龙家升(Lung Ka-sing)将他的早期创造力归功于童年时期阅读金庸武侠小说。金庸的小说激发了他的想象力，并帮助他学习读写中文，为他日后的艺术创作奠定了基础。
龙家升六岁时随父母移居荷兰，但他对香港文化的热爱以及对金庸小说的喜爱从未改变。他回忆起最早接触的是《笑傲江湖》，并由此开始阅读金庸的其他作品。这些经历不仅丰富了他的童年，也影响了他后来的艺术创作，使他的作品中蕴含着对香港文化的独特理解和表达。
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China teenagers detained for peeing in eatery hotpot, posting video online, sparking outrage
两名青少年因在上海一家知名火锅连锁店的火锅底料中撒尿并上传视频而被拘留。 这起事件引发了公众对食品安全的强烈愤慨和担忧。视频显示，两名男子站在海底捞门店包间的餐桌上，往火锅汤底里小便。
涉事餐厅已向当局报案。上海警方于3月8日宣布，已拘留了两名与此事件有关的17岁外来务工人员。警方表示，他们在2月24日酒后在火锅底料中撒尿，其中一人拍摄了视频并上传到网上。海底捞表示，涉事门店已更换所有炊具并进行彻底清洁。
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两名青少年因在上海一家知名火锅连锁店的火锅底料中撒尿并上传视频而被拘留。 这起事件引发了公众对食品安全的强烈愤慨和担忧。视频显示，两名男子站在海底捞门店包间的餐桌上，往火锅汤底里小便。
涉事餐厅已向当局报案。上海警方于3月8日宣布，已拘留了两名与此事件有关的17岁外来务工人员。警方表示，他们在2月24日酒后在火锅底料中撒尿，其中一人拍摄了视频并上传到网上。海底捞表示，涉事门店已更换所有炊具并进行彻底清洁。
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‘Lip service’: Philippines’ cyber defences lag amid Chinese attack claims
The Philippines is facing an increasing number of cyberattacks, allegedly originating from China, targeting its military and government agencies. These attacks represent a significant threat in the modern landscape of warfare, where digital defenses are as crucial as traditional military capabilities.
Recent incidents include attempts to breach the Philippine military's networks, potentially exposing sensitive data, and hacking attempts traced to Chinese IP addresses aimed at infiltrating government websites and email systems. While the Chinese embassy has dismissed these allegations, cybersecurity experts believe the evidence is mounting, highlighting the urgent need for the Philippines to strengthen its cybersecurity infrastructure.
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The Philippines is facing an increasing number of cyberattacks, allegedly originating from China, targeting its military and government agencies. These attacks represent a significant threat in the modern landscape of warfare, where digital defenses are as crucial as traditional military capabilities.
Recent incidents include attempts to breach the Philippine military's networks, potentially exposing sensitive data, and hacking attempts traced to Chinese IP addresses aimed at infiltrating government websites and email systems. While the Chinese embassy has dismissed these allegations, cybersecurity experts believe the evidence is mounting, highlighting the urgent need for the Philippines to strengthen its cybersecurity infrastructure.
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Chinese drug maker Akeso hailed as biotech’s ‘DeepSeek moment’ amid US competition
中国药企亚盛医药(Akeso)凭借其新型癌症药物在临床研究中超越西方领先企业，被誉为中国医药行业的“DeepSeek时刻”。这款名为ivonescimab的免疫疗法药物，针对非小细胞肺癌，在3期临床试验中显示，患者的无进展生存期（PFS）中位数达到11.1个月，优于美国默克公司Keytruda的5.8个月。
这一突破被视为中国生物科技在美国技术限制下展现韧性的标志。正如中国AI初创公司DeepSeek以更低的成本开发出高性能AI模型震惊全球科技界一样，Akeso的成功也预示着生物科技可能成为中美科技战的新前沿。该药物已在中国两会上被提及，引发国内广泛关注。
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中国药企亚盛医药(Akeso)凭借其新型癌症药物在临床研究中超越西方领先企业，被誉为中国医药行业的“DeepSeek时刻”。这款名为ivonescimab的免疫疗法药物，针对非小细胞肺癌，在3期临床试验中显示，患者的无进展生存期（PFS）中位数达到11.1个月，优于美国默克公司Keytruda的5.8个月。
这一突破被视为中国生物科技在美国技术限制下展现韧性的标志。正如中国AI初创公司DeepSeek以更低的成本开发出高性能AI模型震惊全球科技界一样，Akeso的成功也预示着生物科技可能成为中美科技战的新前沿。该药物已在中国两会上被提及，引发国内广泛关注。
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Deadly Israeli strikes mar fragile Gaza truce
加沙民防部门表示，以色列周六的袭击造成包括记者在内的九人死亡，这可能进一步危及巴勒斯坦领土上脆弱的停火。这是自1月19日停火生效以来最致命的袭击，遇难者包括记者和Al-Khair慈善组织的工人。袭击发生在拜特拉希亚镇，一辆汽车遭到无人机袭击，同时该地区还遭受了炮击。
在袭击发生后，哈马斯指责以色列“公然违反”了停火协议，该协议在很大程度上阻止了超过15个月的战斗。虽然第一阶段的停火已于3月1日结束，但以色列和哈马斯都避免了全面战争。目前，双方已在多哈重启谈判，以寻求进一步的解决方案。
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加沙民防部门表示，以色列周六的袭击造成包括记者在内的九人死亡，这可能进一步危及巴勒斯坦领土上脆弱的停火。这是自1月19日停火生效以来最致命的袭击，遇难者包括记者和Al-Khair慈善组织的工人。袭击发生在拜特拉希亚镇，一辆汽车遭到无人机袭击，同时该地区还遭受了炮击。
在袭击发生后，哈马斯指责以色列“公然违反”了停火协议，该协议在很大程度上阻止了超过15个月的战斗。虽然第一阶段的停火已于3月1日结束，但以色列和哈马斯都避免了全面战争。目前，双方已在多哈重启谈判，以寻求进一步的解决方案。
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Trump cut off aid to South Africa. Will it tilt the balance in China’s favour?
Donald Trump's decision to halt aid to South Africa over its land reform law could drive the nation closer to China and alienate other countries in the Global South. Observers believe this move signals a shift in the US approach to Africa, moving from soft power to a more assertive stance, potentially altering the balance of influence where China's Belt and Road Initiative has been dominant.
The strained relationship between the US and South Africa, its largest African trading partner, stems from South Africa's adoption of a land expropriation law aimed at addressing historical injustices from the apartheid era. Trump's executive order accuses South Africa's leadership of anti-American and anti-white biases, as well as supporting entities like Iran and Hamas. However, South Africa has refuted these claims, calling Trump's actions a misinformation campaign and vowing not to be intimidated.
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Donald Trump's decision to halt aid to South Africa over its land reform law could drive the nation closer to China and alienate other countries in the Global South. Observers believe this move signals a shift in the US approach to Africa, moving from soft power to a more assertive stance, potentially altering the balance of influence where China's Belt and Road Initiative has been dominant.
The strained relationship between the US and South Africa, its largest African trading partner, stems from South Africa's adoption of a land expropriation law aimed at addressing historical injustices from the apartheid era. Trump's executive order accuses South Africa's leadership of anti-American and anti-white biases, as well as supporting entities like Iran and Hamas. However, South Africa has refuted these claims, calling Trump's actions a misinformation campaign and vowing not to be intimidated.
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The US-China Thucydides Trap is by no means a foregone conclusion
The Thucydides Trap, the idea that conflict between a rising power (China) and an established one (the US) is inevitable, is not predetermined but a matter of choice. While structural forces play a significant role, human agency can shape the outcome, offering a viable path to peace.
The historical analogy of Athens and Sparta highlights the risks, but examples like Britain and Germany in the 1890s demonstrate that conflict can be avoided through economic competition. Despite US containment efforts, China's strong economic growth and the extensive involvement of American companies in China, generating substantial revenue, create a foundation for cooperation. The potential return of Donald Trump, with his focus on economic outcomes and past praise of Xi Jinping, could further alter the dynamic, prioritizing mutual benefit over ideological divides.
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The Thucydides Trap, the idea that conflict between a rising power (China) and an established one (the US) is inevitable, is not predetermined but a matter of choice. While structural forces play a significant role, human agency can shape the outcome, offering a viable path to peace.
The historical analogy of Athens and Sparta highlights the risks, but examples like Britain and Germany in the 1890s demonstrate that conflict can be avoided through economic competition. Despite US containment efforts, China's strong economic growth and the extensive involvement of American companies in China, generating substantial revenue, create a foundation for cooperation. The potential return of Donald Trump, with his focus on economic outcomes and past praise of Xi Jinping, could further alter the dynamic, prioritizing mutual benefit over ideological divides.
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US influencer who snatched baby wombat in Australia apologises
美国网红Sam Jones因在澳大利亚拍摄的一段从母袋熊身边抢走幼崽的视频而引发众怒，她已公开道歉。Jones声称，她的行为是出于对幼崽福祉的担忧，并非有意伤害或偷窃幼崽。
此前，Jones在Instagram上发布了一段视频，显示她在夜晚的道路上从母袋熊身边抱走一只幼崽。澳大利亚当局威胁要将其驱逐出境，内政部长Tony Burke表示，已对其签证条款展开调查。澳大利亚总理Anthony Albanese也公开谴责该行为“令人愤慨”。Jones已于周五离开澳大利亚。
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美国网红Sam Jones因在澳大利亚拍摄的一段从母袋熊身边抢走幼崽的视频而引发众怒，她已公开道歉。Jones声称，她的行为是出于对幼崽福祉的担忧，并非有意伤害或偷窃幼崽。
此前，Jones在Instagram上发布了一段视频，显示她在夜晚的道路上从母袋熊身边抱走一只幼崽。澳大利亚当局威胁要将其驱逐出境，内政部长Tony Burke表示，已对其签证条款展开调查。澳大利亚总理Anthony Albanese也公开谴责该行为“令人愤慨”。Jones已于周五离开澳大利亚。
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