Death of Hong Kong student in mainland China unrelated to school tour: minister
香港教育局的调查显示，一名香港学生在内地交流期间的死亡与学校组织的旅行无关。教育局局长蔡若莲在回应公众对事件透明度的呼吁时表示，调查已经结束，证实该学生的死亡与交流活动无关。
这起圣保罗书院学生的死亡事件引发了广泛关注，公众要求披露更多细节并采取措施防止类似悲剧再次发生。尽管媒体报道称该学生可能于2月28日自杀，但教育局和学校均未公开其死因、具体日期和年龄。校友发起的请愿书呼吁学校以负责任和透明的方式处理此事，并采取预防措施。
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香港教育局的调查显示，一名香港学生在内地交流期间的死亡与学校组织的旅行无关。教育局局长蔡若莲在回应公众对事件透明度的呼吁时表示，调查已经结束，证实该学生的死亡与交流活动无关。
这起圣保罗书院学生的死亡事件引发了广泛关注，公众要求披露更多细节并采取措施防止类似悲剧再次发生。尽管媒体报道称该学生可能于2月28日自杀，但教育局和学校均未公开其死因、具体日期和年龄。校友发起的请愿书呼吁学校以负责任和透明的方式处理此事，并采取预防措施。
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Issues to fix for National Games cross-border races, says Hong Kong official
Trial runs for cross-border races at the upcoming National Games have revealed the need for better support for trailing athletes and improved communication among escort personnel at boundary checkpoints. This was highlighted by Yeung Tak-keung, head of Hong Kong’s coordination office, following test runs for road cycling and marathon events.
The 15th National Games, co-hosted by Hong Kong, Guangdong province, and Macau in November, will feature eight events in Hong Kong. Yeung noted communication gaps between Hong Kong, Zhuhai, and Shenzhen during the cycling race, particularly concerning monitoring and support for athletes who fell behind the main group, suggesting a need for more manpower or technology to address this.
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Trial runs for cross-border races at the upcoming National Games have revealed the need for better support for trailing athletes and improved communication among escort personnel at boundary checkpoints. This was highlighted by Yeung Tak-keung, head of Hong Kong’s coordination office, following test runs for road cycling and marathon events.
The 15th National Games, co-hosted by Hong Kong, Guangdong province, and Macau in November, will feature eight events in Hong Kong. Yeung noted communication gaps between Hong Kong, Zhuhai, and Shenzhen during the cycling race, particularly concerning monitoring and support for athletes who fell behind the main group, suggesting a need for more manpower or technology to address this.
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Like yuan internationalisation, US re-industrialisation is a fairy tale
Despite contrasting political atmospheres reflected in speeches by Donald Trump and Li Qiang, both the US and China are engaging in "wishful thinking" regarding their economic plans, specifically re-industrialization and yuan internationalization. These ambitions, while not new, are hampered by a broken global trading system and misvalued currencies, turning them into persistent challenges.
The yuan's limited international usability is a key obstacle to its widespread adoption. While Saudi Arabia's acceptance of yuan for oil payments has garnered attention, the currency's restricted use outside China means that surplus yuan earnings are likely converted back into US dollars for investment, as viable yuan-denominated assets remain scarce for non-Chinese entities. Furthermore, restrictions on foreign investment in China and limitations on yuan outflows for Chinese citizens further impede the currency's global circulation.
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Despite contrasting political atmospheres reflected in speeches by Donald Trump and Li Qiang, both the US and China are engaging in "wishful thinking" regarding their economic plans, specifically re-industrialization and yuan internationalization. These ambitions, while not new, are hampered by a broken global trading system and misvalued currencies, turning them into persistent challenges.
The yuan's limited international usability is a key obstacle to its widespread adoption. While Saudi Arabia's acceptance of yuan for oil payments has garnered attention, the currency's restricted use outside China means that surplus yuan earnings are likely converted back into US dollars for investment, as viable yuan-denominated assets remain scarce for non-Chinese entities. Furthermore, restrictions on foreign investment in China and limitations on yuan outflows for Chinese citizens further impede the currency's global circulation.
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How Trump’s renewed pressure is pushing Japan to defend itself
A potential second term for Donald Trump is causing unease in Japan as he questions the fairness of the US-Japan security treaty. Trump's remarks suggest a possible shift in the long-standing alliance, forcing Japan to consider a future where US support is less guaranteed.
For decades, the US-Japan defense treaty has been central to Japan's security, with Japan providing financial support for US troops stationed there. However, Trump's skepticism towards alliances and his transactional approach to foreign policy may lead to demands for increased defense spending or a more direct Japanese military role, potentially requiring Japan to reassess its strategic reliance on the US.
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A potential second term for Donald Trump is causing unease in Japan as he questions the fairness of the US-Japan security treaty. Trump's remarks suggest a possible shift in the long-standing alliance, forcing Japan to consider a future where US support is less guaranteed.
For decades, the US-Japan defense treaty has been central to Japan's security, with Japan providing financial support for US troops stationed there. However, Trump's skepticism towards alliances and his transactional approach to foreign policy may lead to demands for increased defense spending or a more direct Japanese military role, potentially requiring Japan to reassess its strategic reliance on the US.
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Metal sheets, ultra-thin feats: are China’s 2D metals the future of electronics?
中国科学家开发出一种新方法，可以将金属压缩成超薄片，厚度仅为几个原子。 这一突破被认为可能彻底改变电子设备的制造方式，从低功耗晶体管到下一代芯片和超灵敏探测器，都将受益于此项技术。
该研究团队从古代铜锻造技术中获得灵感，成功制造出铋、镓、铟、锡和铅的超薄金属片，其中一些金属片的厚度仅为一个原子，比人类头发丝细数十万倍。研究人员表示，与块状金属相比，这些超薄金属片，特别是单原子厚的铋，表现出极高的导电性和其他独特的性能，为集成到其他材料和制造新型电气或光子设备开辟了可能性。
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中国科学家开发出一种新方法，可以将金属压缩成超薄片，厚度仅为几个原子。 这一突破被认为可能彻底改变电子设备的制造方式，从低功耗晶体管到下一代芯片和超灵敏探测器，都将受益于此项技术。
该研究团队从古代铜锻造技术中获得灵感，成功制造出铋、镓、铟、锡和铅的超薄金属片，其中一些金属片的厚度仅为一个原子，比人类头发丝细数十万倍。研究人员表示，与块状金属相比，这些超薄金属片，特别是单原子厚的铋，表现出极高的导电性和其他独特的性能，为集成到其他材料和制造新型电气或光子设备开辟了可能性。
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How Pakistan took the fight to Isis-K – and won Trump’s praise
Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) led a seven-month operation spanning 21 nations that resulted in the arrest of Mohammad Sharifullah, the orchestrator of the Kabul Abbey Gate bombing, and 38 others. The operation, initiated at the request of the CIA, targeted a key Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K) "external operations cell" responsible for numerous deadly attacks.
The ISI's director general, Lieutenant General Asim Malik, collaborated with the CIA to dismantle the ISIS-K cell, leading to the deportation of dangerous operatives to countries including the United States, Russia, Turkey, and Iran. Sharifullah's arrest marks a significant victory in the fight against ISIS-K and has garnered rare praise for Pakistan from US President Donald Trump.
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Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) led a seven-month operation spanning 21 nations that resulted in the arrest of Mohammad Sharifullah, the orchestrator of the Kabul Abbey Gate bombing, and 38 others. The operation, initiated at the request of the CIA, targeted a key Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K) "external operations cell" responsible for numerous deadly attacks.
The ISI's director general, Lieutenant General Asim Malik, collaborated with the CIA to dismantle the ISIS-K cell, leading to the deportation of dangerous operatives to countries including the United States, Russia, Turkey, and Iran. Sharifullah's arrest marks a significant victory in the fight against ISIS-K and has garnered rare praise for Pakistan from US President Donald Trump.
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47% of Hong Kong families with SEN children face rude public reactions: poll
一项调查显示，近一半的香港特殊教育需要 (SEN) 儿童的家长表示，他们的家庭在公共场合遭遇过不友好的对待，例如注视、嘲笑或责骂。香港基督教女青年会 (YWCA) 在去年 9 月至 10 月期间对 520 名 SEN 儿童的家长和 619 名公众成员进行了调查，并在周日公布了结果。
调查发现，当孩子在公共场合出现吵闹、乱跑或破坏财物等行为时，五分之三的公众倾向于认为是父母教育不当。只有重复性动作和自残等极端行为，才更容易被认为是与 SEN 有关。一位育有两个 SEN 孩子的 40 岁家庭主妇李女士表示，陌生人的负面反应有时会使情况变得更糟，她回忆起有一次安慰在公共场合哭泣的儿子时，一位路人说：“孩子调皮就应该骂。”
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一项调查显示，近一半的香港特殊教育需要 (SEN) 儿童的家长表示，他们的家庭在公共场合遭遇过不友好的对待，例如注视、嘲笑或责骂。香港基督教女青年会 (YWCA) 在去年 9 月至 10 月期间对 520 名 SEN 儿童的家长和 619 名公众成员进行了调查，并在周日公布了结果。
调查发现，当孩子在公共场合出现吵闹、乱跑或破坏财物等行为时，五分之三的公众倾向于认为是父母教育不当。只有重复性动作和自残等极端行为，才更容易被认为是与 SEN 有关。一位育有两个 SEN 孩子的 40 岁家庭主妇李女士表示，陌生人的负面反应有时会使情况变得更糟，她回忆起有一次安慰在公共场合哭泣的儿子时，一位路人说：“孩子调皮就应该骂。”
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Ne Zha 2 inspires John Lee to ‘overcome obstacles, forge path’ for Hong Kong
香港特首李家超表示，香港应从中国大陆动画电影《哪吒2》中汲取灵感，克服障碍，开辟自己的道路。他透露自己和妻子观看了这部电影，并从中受到启发，认为哪吒不屈不挠的精神和面对困难的无畏值得香港学习。
《哪吒2》自今年1月在中国大陆上映以来，打破了多项票房纪录，截至周六，全球票房已超过150亿元人民币（约合21亿美元）。李家超引用了电影中哪吒的一句台词：“如果前方没有路，我就开辟一条路！”他表示，正如香港近年来努力改革，不断解决长期存在的问题一样，他和他的团队也无所畏惧，逐一解决问题，展示了突破性的思维。
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香港特首李家超表示，香港应从中国大陆动画电影《哪吒2》中汲取灵感，克服障碍，开辟自己的道路。他透露自己和妻子观看了这部电影，并从中受到启发，认为哪吒不屈不挠的精神和面对困难的无畏值得香港学习。
《哪吒2》自今年1月在中国大陆上映以来，打破了多项票房纪录，截至周六，全球票房已超过150亿元人民币（约合21亿美元）。李家超引用了电影中哪吒的一句台词：“如果前方没有路，我就开辟一条路！”他表示，正如香港近年来努力改革，不断解决长期存在的问题一样，他和他的团队也无所畏惧，逐一解决问题，展示了突破性的思维。
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Baidu launches new AI models, touts superiority to DeepSeek, OpenAI on benchmarks
Baidu has released two new AI models, Ernie 4.5 and Ernie X1, claiming superior performance to DeepSeek and OpenAI's models on certain benchmarks. This move aims to regain ground in China's competitive AI market, where Baidu's early lead has been challenged by other tech companies.
Ernie 4.5, a multimodal foundational model, reportedly surpasses OpenAI's GPT-4o in image, audio, and video capabilities, as well as DeepSeek V3 in text-based tasks, according to Baidu. While benchmark results for Ernie X1, a multimodal reasoning model, were not provided, Baidu claims it offers comparable performance to DeepSeek R1 at half the cost, with API access priced at 2 yuan per million token inputs and 8 yuan per million token outputs.
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Baidu has released two new AI models, Ernie 4.5 and Ernie X1, claiming superior performance to DeepSeek and OpenAI's models on certain benchmarks. This move aims to regain ground in China's competitive AI market, where Baidu's early lead has been challenged by other tech companies.
Ernie 4.5, a multimodal foundational model, reportedly surpasses OpenAI's GPT-4o in image, audio, and video capabilities, as well as DeepSeek V3 in text-based tasks, according to Baidu. While benchmark results for Ernie X1, a multimodal reasoning model, were not provided, Baidu claims it offers comparable performance to DeepSeek R1 at half the cost, with API access priced at 2 yuan per million token inputs and 8 yuan per million token outputs.
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Hong Kong’s investment arm to unveil tie-up with firm specialising in RISC-V tech
香港投资公司将与一家RISC-V芯片技术公司建立合作关系，旨在加速相关产业发展并培养本地人才。财政司司长陈茂波表示，此次合作体现了政府对科技人才驱动经济增长的重视，并希望更多公司能在香港培养年轻人才。
RISC-V是一种开源芯片架构，可用于个人电脑和智能手机等电子产品的CPU。在中国内地，RISC-V越来越受欢迎，当地政府和企业希望借此减少对外国专利技术的依赖，尤其是在与美国的技术竞争日益激烈的背景下。
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香港投资公司将与一家RISC-V芯片技术公司建立合作关系，旨在加速相关产业发展并培养本地人才。财政司司长陈茂波表示，此次合作体现了政府对科技人才驱动经济增长的重视，并希望更多公司能在香港培养年轻人才。
RISC-V是一种开源芯片架构，可用于个人电脑和智能手机等电子产品的CPU。在中国内地，RISC-V越来越受欢迎，当地政府和企业希望借此减少对外国专利技术的依赖，尤其是在与美国的技术竞争日益激烈的背景下。
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Can the US ban them all? China just identified a quadrillion possible fentanyl compounds
Chinese scientists have developed an AI-powered technology capable of identifying a quadrillion potential fentanyl compounds, potentially revolutionizing global drug control. This innovation allows for the systematic monitoring and pre-emptive outlawing of entire classes of these lethal substances, addressing the challenge of fentanyl's constantly evolving chemical structure.
The study, conducted by scientists at the Chengdu Institute of Biology, utilizes machine learning and water-sample analysis to map the molecular components of fentanyl derivatives. This breakthrough comes as the US struggles to combat fentanyl-related overdoses, with over 70,000 American lives lost annually. With China already enforcing strict drug policies, including the death penalty for traffickers, the question arises whether US prohibition efforts can keep pace with the rapidly multiplying threat of fentanyl and its variants.
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Chinese scientists have developed an AI-powered technology capable of identifying a quadrillion potential fentanyl compounds, potentially revolutionizing global drug control. This innovation allows for the systematic monitoring and pre-emptive outlawing of entire classes of these lethal substances, addressing the challenge of fentanyl's constantly evolving chemical structure.
The study, conducted by scientists at the Chengdu Institute of Biology, utilizes machine learning and water-sample analysis to map the molecular components of fentanyl derivatives. This breakthrough comes as the US struggles to combat fentanyl-related overdoses, with over 70,000 American lives lost annually. With China already enforcing strict drug policies, including the death penalty for traffickers, the question arises whether US prohibition efforts can keep pace with the rapidly multiplying threat of fentanyl and its variants.
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‘Fearless’ China boys make history, achieving Top 4 at renowned France street dance contest
两名中国男孩在著名的国际街舞大赛Juste Debout中进入前四名，创造了中国选手在该赛事中的最佳成绩。10岁的宋昊鸣和12岁的傅俊熙在三月初于巴黎举行的这场被誉为“街舞世界杯”的赛事中表现出色，他们的消息迅速在中国大陆社交媒体上走红。
他们晋级了嘻哈类别的四分之一决赛，超越了之前中国舞者的表现，此前中国舞者通常只能进入该类别的前八名。这对组合将太极和醉拳等中国武术元素无缝地融入到他们的动态舞蹈中，赢得了观众的喜爱。Juste Debout在Instagram上称赞这对年轻组合，称他们“以弱者的姿态出现，却以观众的最爱离开！……他们在Juste Debout的舞台上像战士一样战斗——无所畏惧、坚持不懈、势不可挡。”
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两名中国男孩在著名的国际街舞大赛Juste Debout中进入前四名，创造了中国选手在该赛事中的最佳成绩。10岁的宋昊鸣和12岁的傅俊熙在三月初于巴黎举行的这场被誉为“街舞世界杯”的赛事中表现出色，他们的消息迅速在中国大陆社交媒体上走红。
他们晋级了嘻哈类别的四分之一决赛，超越了之前中国舞者的表现，此前中国舞者通常只能进入该类别的前八名。这对组合将太极和醉拳等中国武术元素无缝地融入到他们的动态舞蹈中，赢得了观众的喜爱。Juste Debout在Instagram上称赞这对年轻组合，称他们“以弱者的姿态出现，却以观众的最爱离开！……他们在Juste Debout的舞台上像战士一样战斗——无所畏惧、坚持不懈、势不可挡。”
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Hong Kong schools don’t have enough teachers trained in AI, sector veterans say
香港教育界人士指出，尽管政府大力推动人工智能教育，但香港学校在师资和课时方面均不足以有效提升学生的人工智能知识。 这一问题可能会阻碍香港在培养未来科技人才方面的努力，尤其是在人工智能日益重要的背景下。
有学者强调，在教授技术知识之前，学校应首先关注人工智能相关的伦理问题。同时，校长们也表示，尽管中小学已开设相关课程，但教师的知识储备不足以支持政府提高科技素养的目标。政府正鼓励企业提供资源和指导，大学也在加强人工智能培训，但师资和课时的限制仍然是亟待解决的问题。
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香港教育界人士指出，尽管政府大力推动人工智能教育，但香港学校在师资和课时方面均不足以有效提升学生的人工智能知识。 这一问题可能会阻碍香港在培养未来科技人才方面的努力，尤其是在人工智能日益重要的背景下。
有学者强调，在教授技术知识之前，学校应首先关注人工智能相关的伦理问题。同时，校长们也表示，尽管中小学已开设相关课程，但教师的知识储备不足以支持政府提高科技素养的目标。政府正鼓励企业提供资源和指导，大学也在加强人工智能培训，但师资和课时的限制仍然是亟待解决的问题。
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Hong Kong is granting Northern Metropolis land to tech firms. Will it pay off?
Hong Kong's finance chief announced a shift in land allocation for the Northern Metropolis, prioritizing companies with cutting-edge technology and job creation potential through direct land grants. This new approach aims to accelerate the development of the 30,000-hectare area in the New Territories into a major economic and housing hub.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po emphasized that this process would differ from traditional methods like open tenders. The San Tin Technopole, a crucial part of the Northern Metropolis focused on innovation and technology, is expected to utilize this direct land grant approach. Additionally, the government plans to sell large land parcels under a pilot scheme in Hung Shui Kiu, Fanling North, and San Tin, further diversifying the land allocation strategies for the megaproject.
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Hong Kong's finance chief announced a shift in land allocation for the Northern Metropolis, prioritizing companies with cutting-edge technology and job creation potential through direct land grants. This new approach aims to accelerate the development of the 30,000-hectare area in the New Territories into a major economic and housing hub.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po emphasized that this process would differ from traditional methods like open tenders. The San Tin Technopole, a crucial part of the Northern Metropolis focused on innovation and technology, is expected to utilize this direct land grant approach. Additionally, the government plans to sell large land parcels under a pilot scheme in Hung Shui Kiu, Fanling North, and San Tin, further diversifying the land allocation strategies for the megaproject.
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Sugar highs and waistline woes: Malaysia’s sweet tooth gets a Ramadan reality check
Ramadan bazaars in Malaysia, while a vibrant community tradition offering a variety of foods to break the fast, are raising health concerns due to the increasing popularity of sugary drinks and treats. These bazaars, acting as community kitchens during the holy month, see a surge in demand for items like fruit juices and condensed milk-laced drinks, despite Malaysia already grappling with high obesity and diabetes rates.
While vendors and customers acknowledge the sugar content, many believe moderation is key and view these treats as occasional indulgences after a day of fasting. However, health officials are increasingly worried, as one in five Malaysians suffers from diabetes, placing a significant burden on the healthcare system. The abundance of sugary options at Ramadan bazaars exacerbates this existing health crisis.
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Ramadan bazaars in Malaysia, while a vibrant community tradition offering a variety of foods to break the fast, are raising health concerns due to the increasing popularity of sugary drinks and treats. These bazaars, acting as community kitchens during the holy month, see a surge in demand for items like fruit juices and condensed milk-laced drinks, despite Malaysia already grappling with high obesity and diabetes rates.
While vendors and customers acknowledge the sugar content, many believe moderation is key and view these treats as occasional indulgences after a day of fasting. However, health officials are increasingly worried, as one in five Malaysians suffers from diabetes, placing a significant burden on the healthcare system. The abundance of sugary options at Ramadan bazaars exacerbates this existing health crisis.
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British man faces charges for Singapore airport ruckus over misplaced phone
一名57岁的英国男子因涉嫌在新加坡樟宜机场辱骂航空公司工作人员并破坏财物，将于周一被指控。警方称，3月8日接到报警，一名男子在3号航站楼对一名女性航空公司工作人员大喊大叫，并损坏了登机口候机室的一面墙。
调查显示，该男子在登上从新加坡飞往伦敦的飞机后，发现自己的手机不见了。他随后离开飞机，希望在之前所在的机场休息室寻找手机。一名女性航空公司工作人员协助与机场休息室工作人员联系，并告知他没有找到手机。由于临近航班预定起飞时间，她告知该男子离开登机口候机室将导致他被取消航班资格。据称，该男子随后以“一连串辱骂和贬损的言语”回应。
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一名57岁的英国男子因涉嫌在新加坡樟宜机场辱骂航空公司工作人员并破坏财物，将于周一被指控。警方称，3月8日接到报警，一名男子在3号航站楼对一名女性航空公司工作人员大喊大叫，并损坏了登机口候机室的一面墙。
调查显示，该男子在登上从新加坡飞往伦敦的飞机后，发现自己的手机不见了。他随后离开飞机，希望在之前所在的机场休息室寻找手机。一名女性航空公司工作人员协助与机场休息室工作人员联系，并告知他没有找到手机。由于临近航班预定起飞时间，她告知该男子离开登机口候机室将导致他被取消航班资格。据称，该男子随后以“一连串辱骂和贬损的言语”回应。
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US astronauts stuck in space station welcome their 4 SpaceX replacements
A SpaceX crew capsule successfully docked at the International Space Station (ISS) on Sunday, delivering replacements for two NASA astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have been unexpectedly stranded there. The four new crew members, representing the United States, Japan, and Russia, will spend several days familiarizing themselves with the station before Wilmore and Williams depart.
Wilmore and Williams' extended mission began last June with Boeing's Starliner capsule, which encountered numerous issues, prompting NASA to bring it back without them. Their replacements faced delays due to battery repairs needed on their capsule. Weather permitting, Wilmore and Williams are scheduled to undock from the ISS no earlier than Wednesday and splash down off the coast of Florida, concluding their unexpectedly long stay in space.
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A SpaceX crew capsule successfully docked at the International Space Station (ISS) on Sunday, delivering replacements for two NASA astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have been unexpectedly stranded there. The four new crew members, representing the United States, Japan, and Russia, will spend several days familiarizing themselves with the station before Wilmore and Williams depart.
Wilmore and Williams' extended mission began last June with Boeing's Starliner capsule, which encountered numerous issues, prompting NASA to bring it back without them. Their replacements faced delays due to battery repairs needed on their capsule. Weather permitting, Wilmore and Williams are scheduled to undock from the ISS no earlier than Wednesday and splash down off the coast of Florida, concluding their unexpectedly long stay in space.
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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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