Israel says negotiators discussing hostages with mediators in Egypt

以色列总理办公室周日发表声明称,以色列谈判小组目前正在埃及与埃及调解员讨论人质问题。 此举发生在以方宣布将继续与巴勒斯坦激进组织哈马斯进行间接停火谈判的第二天,表明以方正积极寻求解决人质危机。

与此同时,加沙卫生部表示,过去24小时内,以色列的军事袭击已造成加沙至少14名巴勒斯坦人死亡。尽管1月19日达成了停战协议,但巴勒斯坦官员表示,仍有数十人死于以色列的炮火。以色列军方则表示,自停火生效以来,其部队一直在干预,以阻止“恐怖分子”接近其部队或埋设炸弹等威胁活动。据报道,最近的大部分死亡事件发生在周六,当时以色列的一次袭击导致加沙北部城镇拜特拉西亚的9名巴勒斯坦人死亡,其中包括4名记者。

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Beijing slams Western UN diplomats over meeting Jimmy Lai’s son and legal team

中国外交部驻港机构强烈谴责美国、英国和加拿大驻联合国大使,指责他们上周与被监禁的前媒体大亨黎智英之子会面,干涉香港事务。 该机构称黎智英为“反中乱港的首要罪犯”,并对大使们与黎智英的家人和法律团队会面表示“强烈不满和坚决反对”。

该机构发言人表示,这些大使的行为是在壮大“反中乱港势力”,抹黑香港的法治,干涉香港和中国的内政。黎智英现年77岁,否认了国家安全法下的两项与外国势力勾结的阴谋指控,以及一项印刷和散布煽动刊物的阴谋指控。黎智英之子,已停刊的《苹果日报》创始人黎崇恩在社交媒体上表示,他于上周四至周六与这些外交官会面。此后,一些官员公开呼吁释放黎智英。

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Hong Kong’s Sean Lau named best actor at Asian Film Awards for role in Papa

香港演员刘青云凭借在家庭剧《爸爸》中对一位悲痛父亲的精彩演绎,荣获亚洲电影大奖最佳男主角。同时,本土电影《九龙城寨之围城》获得了最佳剪辑和最佳美术指导奖。《爸爸》这部电影的灵感来源于2010年香港荃湾的真实谋杀案。

此外,以殡葬业为主题的电影《 लास्ट डांस》成为了香港票房最高的本土电影,其作曲家 Chu Wan-pin 荣获最佳原创音乐奖。本次亚洲电影大奖共有来自25个国家和地区的30部电影参与16个奖项的角逐,颁奖典礼在香港西九戏曲中心举行。

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Hong Kong police arrest 6 linked to phone scam gang operating for months

香港警方捣毁了一个诈骗团伙,逮捕了六名嫌疑人,他们涉嫌自去年11月以来在一系列电话诈骗中骗取至少12名受害者约52万港元(66,667美元)。警方呼吁各学校警惕电话诈骗,因为该团伙成员在某些情况下会冒充校长或教师,诱骗学校的清洁工向他们转账。

受害者在事后致电真正的校长和教师时才意识到自己被骗。这些嫌疑人年龄在23岁至44岁之间,于周五和周六在一系列突击搜查中被捕,其中包括三名家政工人。这三名男性和三名女性因涉嫌串谋诈骗和洗钱而被捕,商业罪案调查科诈骗组高级督察陆鸿基表示,该团伙据信自去年11月开始运作。

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Pope thanks children who prayed for him outside hospital

教宗方济各因双重肺炎住院第五个周日,数十名儿童聚集在罗马杰梅利医院外,手持黄白气球向他致意。这些孩子中,许多来自饱受战争蹂躏的国家。教宗虽未出现在10楼的窗口,但他感谢了孩子们,并在传统的周日祝福中表达了对他们的关注。

教宗在为传统祈祷准备的天使经文本中表示,知道许多孩子在为他祈祷,一些孩子来到杰梅利医院表示亲近。世界儿童日宗座委员会主席恩佐·福图纳托神父组织了这次活动,他表示,孩子们和父母的聚集是对88岁教宗的一种精神慰藉,是最美丽的爱抚。

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US uses 18th century law to deport over 200 alleged members of Venezuelan gang

美国已将238名委内瑞拉黑帮“阿拉瓜列车”成员驱逐到萨尔瓦多服刑。此前,美国总统特朗普援引《外国人敌对法案》授权驱逐移民,该法案允许总统在战争时期拘留或驱逐敌对国家的公民。

特朗普政府援引的这项罕见法案引发了争议,民权组织已提起诉讼试图阻止该命令。尽管如此,首批被驱逐的黑帮成员已抵达萨尔瓦多,并被转移到严密 guarded 的监狱车队中。萨尔瓦多总统布克莱此前曾表示愿意接纳来自美国的囚犯。

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China unveils 30-point toolbox to lift consumption

China has unveiled a 30-point action plan aimed at stimulating consumption by increasing household wealth, boosting the stock and property markets, and increasing funding for artificial intelligence (AI). The plan, jointly released by the Communist Party's Central Committee and the State Council, underscores the government's urgency in consolidating economic growth by boosting consumer sentiment.

The action plan details measures to promote wage growth through increased employment, raising the minimum wage, and enforcing paid annual leave. It also pledges government investment, fiscal support, and credit to boost consumption, while reiterating Beijing's commitment to stabilizing the property market and taking measures to stabilize the stock market.

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Most Hong Kong parents unaware always calling child ‘stupid’ is abuse: survey

一项调查显示,仅有三分之一的香港家长意识到,经常称孩子懒惰、愚蠢或肥胖,或表现出情感上的疏离,可能构成虐待儿童。 香港基督教青年会(YMCA)公布的调查结果突显了家长认知上的差距,尤其是在新的强制报告法律即将生效之际,表明迫切需要加强相关教育。

这项调查在2023年7月至11月期间,对超过2500名18岁以下儿童的家长进行了调查。调查发现,近70%的家长要么从未听说过即将生效的虐待儿童强制报告法,要么不了解其具体细节。此外,高达70%的家长对精神虐待的认识不足,而超过一半的受访者能够正确识别大多数身体虐待、性虐待和疏忽行为。该法律将于明年1月20日生效,要求教育、福利和医疗等25个行业的从业人员报告疑似虐待儿童的案件,违者最高可判处三个月监禁和5万港元罚款。

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Warming US-Russia ties could put China’s Arctic ambitions on ice, experts warn

China is expected to redefine its Arctic policy, aiming to become a major polar power by 2030, amidst increased scrutiny from Arctic nations and potential US-Russia cooperation in the region. This shift comes after China introduced its "Polar Silk Road" plan in 2018, seeking greater access to Arctic resources and a larger role in its governance, which sparked suspicion and concern among the US, its allies, and Arctic countries like Russia.

Since the initial unveiling of its Arctic ambitions, China has shifted its focus towards science diplomacy, emphasizing the construction of icebreakers and polar research. This adjustment is partly due to geopolitical tensions and a desire to address concerns raised by other nations regarding China's self-proclaimed status as a "near-Arctic state" and its broader strategic intentions in the region. Experts suggest that China is now taking a more pragmatic approach to its Arctic involvement, potentially scaling back some of its more ambitious goals.

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Mainland China’s PLA ‘ready to fight’ for Taiwan at any time, commander warns

A top Chinese military commander has issued a strong warning, stating that the People's Liberation Army (PLA) is on high alert and prepared to act against any attempts at Taiwan independence. Lin Xiangyang, commander of the PLA's Eastern Theatre Command, emphasized the military's readiness to "fight at all times and able to fight at any time" during a symposium in Beijing commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Anti-Secession Law.

Lin's address, the first by a frontline PLA commander at such an event, comes amid rising tensions across the Taiwan Strait, particularly following the election of William Lai Ching-te, who Beijing views as a "dangerous separatist." The Anti-Secession Law provides the legal basis for Beijing to use "non-peaceful means" to achieve reunification with Taiwan under certain conditions. Lin vowed that the PLA would take "all necessary measures" to deter and punish Taiwan independence efforts and external forces creating tension, while also enhancing military capabilities to safeguard reunification.

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Did a US military contractor use a Chinese-made jet engine in ‘Strategic Strike’ missile?

美国国防承包商Mach Industries因其最新武器系统可能使用了中国制造的喷气发动机而面临审查。该公司在社交媒体上发布了一段垂直起飞巡航导弹的宣传视频,但有分析指出,该导弹的发动机设计与中国制造的Swiwin SW800 Pro型号非常相似,引发了对其供应链合规性的质疑。

Mach Industries是一家新兴的国防技术公司,由年仅21岁的Ethan Thornton于2022年创立。该公司最近宣布被美国陆军应用实验室选中,负责开发名为“战略打击”的垂直起飞精确巡航导弹。据报道,该导弹射程可达290公里,能携带超过10公斤的弹头,并有望集成人工智能视觉识别和射频传感技术,但发动机问题可能会对其未来发展造成影响。

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Hong Kong urged to make Northern Metropolis ‘special zone’ to speed up work

Starry Lee Wai-king, Hong Kong's delegate to the National People's Congress Standing Committee, has proposed designating the Northern Metropolis as a "special zone" with a separate, expedited approval process to accelerate its development. Lee emphasized the slow pace of construction, particularly concerning the Hong Kong portion of the innovation hub co-developed with Shenzhen in Hetao, and suggested that infrastructure projects like railways should be completed much faster than the current timelines.

Lee's proposal aims to streamline the bureaucratic processes that currently hinder development in the Northern Metropolis, a government initiative to transform 30,000 hectares in the New Territories into a new economic and housing hub. In the same interview, Lee also addressed criticism of CK Hutchison Holdings' Panama Canal ports sale, highlighting the importance of businesses considering national interests when making deals, especially given recent commentaries from key Beijing offices.

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A look at some of the worst fires at nightclubs and music venues

A nightclub fire in Kocani, North Macedonia, has tragically claimed the lives of 51 people and injured approximately 100 more. This devastating event adds to a grim history of nightclub and music venue fires resulting in significant loss of life, highlighting the potential dangers associated with these establishments.

Recent incidents include a fire at an Istanbul nightclub in April 2024 that killed 29 during renovations, a blaze in Murcia, Spain, in October 2023 that resulted in 13 deaths, and a 2022 fire in Sorong, Indonesia, claiming 19 lives after a clash inside the club. Other notable tragedies include a fire in Yaounde, Cameroon, in 2022 that killed 17, and the "Ghost Ship" warehouse fire in Oakland, California, in 2016, where 36 people perished during an electronic music party in an illegally converted space.

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Russia, US discuss ‘next steps’ on Ukraine

The Kremlin announced that Russia and the United States have engaged in discussions regarding the "next steps" toward ending the war in Ukraine. This follows a proposal by the US for a cessation of hostilities after talks in Saudi Arabia, a proposal to which Kyiv has agreed.

While Russian President Vladimir Putin has not given a definitive response, he has outlined several conditions and expressed "serious questions" regarding the proposed ceasefire. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused the Kremlin of delaying peace efforts to improve their military position. A recent call between US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov addressed "concrete aspects" from a US-Russia summit in Riyadh last month, marking the first high-level meeting since the invasion and signaling ongoing efforts to find a resolution.

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Manhunt under way in Hong Kong after resident slashed in Sha Tin and later dies

香港警方正在搜寻两名嫌疑人,他们涉嫌于周日在沙田一个高档住宅区持刀袭击一名居民,导致其在医院死亡。受害者是一名五十多岁的男子,他被袭击者追赶和砍伤,随后袭击者乘坐出租车逃离现场。

事件发生在下午5点25分左右,地点位于火炭的荔禾里和穗禾路交汇处附近,靠近英基沙田小学。震惊的路人报警,急救人员发现该男子已失去知觉,并迅速将其送往威尔斯亲王医院,但最终宣告不治。警方正在全力追捕在逃的袭击者。

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How Greenland’s rapid pace of climate change creates risks and opportunities

Climate change is happening faster in Greenland than anywhere else in the world, profoundly impacting the local environment and communities. In Ilulissat, residents like Karl Sandgreen have witnessed dramatic changes, noting that the sea ice, which once covered the bay until late spring, disappeared after 1997.

The rapid melting of the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the world's most active, exemplifies this accelerated climate change. Since 1850, the glacier has retreated over 40 kilometers, with the rate of retreat increasing sharply since 2000. The massive icebergs calving from the glacier and drifting into Disko Bay serve as stark reminders of the global warming effects, drawing attention from politicians worldwide.

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Chinese local governments turn to DeepSeek’s AI to identify suspected corruption cases

中国地方政府正在利用人工智能公司DeepSeek的技术来打击腐败和提高效率。这是在中央政府呼吁拥抱人工智能技术之后采取的行动。例如,黑龙江省绥化市的纪检部门利用DeepSeek的人工智能平台和大数据技术,识别出涉嫌福利欺诈的案件。

绥化市政府表示,他们“依托大数据平台,对死亡或老年人和残疾人保障信息进行了深入分析”,通过系统计算,筛选出11起可疑案件,大大提高了监督和纪律工作的精确性、效率和科学性。此外,在郑州,当地官员表示,DeepSeek还在国有企业拍卖中识别出潜在的不当行为,通过交叉比对公共官员信息与投标数据,准确识别出腐败问题的线索。中央政府一直鼓励地方政府利用人工智能来提高效率。

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51 dead in North Macedonia nightclub fire, over 100 injured

一场夜总会火灾在北马其顿科查尼造成51人死亡,超过100人受伤。内政部长Pance Toskovski表示,火灾发生在周日凌晨,起因是演唱会期间使用的“烟火装置”。

Toskovski解释说,烟火产生的火花引发了火灾,并迅速蔓延至整个迪斯科舞厅。警方已经逮捕了一名男子,但尚未公布其具体涉案细节。一段路透社验证过的视频显示,乐队在舞台上表演时,两侧的照明弹向空中发射白色火花,这些火花点燃了乐队上方的天花板,随后视频中断。当地电视台的画面显示,消防员正在扑灭名为“Pulse”的俱乐部被烧焦且冒烟的入口。

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China woman and friend save crash driver, share story with shop boss who turns out to be dad

中国一家面馆店主向在车祸后伸出援手的旅客提供免费食物,后来发现他们帮助的受害者竟然是他的儿子。这起事件发生在广东省,一位面馆店主得知这一消息后,既惊讶又感动。

3月7日,一位女士和她的朋友在广东省驾车时,遇到了一起车祸。一辆白色轿车斜停在路中央,前挡风玻璃被金属隔离带刺穿。他们立即报警并拍摄现场视频,视频中可以看到司机坐在座位上,流血但意识清醒,车辆的安全气囊已经弹出。附近一位男子询问司机:“头疼吗?我们已经报警了。保持清醒,救援马上就到。”

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Fire engulfs car on Hong Kong road, as driver and 2 passengers escape unhurt

一辆汽车在香港葵涌道行驶时突然起火,被完全烧毁,但车上司机和两名乘客及时逃生,均未受伤。事故发生在周日下午3点左右,车辆行驶至丽景邨附近的葵涌道时开始冒烟,随后迅速被火焰吞噬。

从路过车辆拍摄的视频显示,现场浓烟滚滚,甚至还传出小爆炸声。所幸车上三名男子及时逃离,没有受伤。目前起火原因仍在调查中。

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