Illicit cigarette seizures in Hong Kong surge 80% in 2024, worth HK$2.7 billion
香港海关查获的非法卷烟案件数量去年激增80%，价值达到27亿港元（3.47亿美元）。海关关长将这一激增归因于香港不断上涨的烟草税，认为这刺激了游客携带未完税卷烟进入香港。
近年来，香港一直在提高烟草税。今年2月的政府预算将每包20支卷烟的平均价格提高了16港元，达到90港元以上，其中税收占售价的66港元。据了解，在黑市上，一包走私卷烟的售价在20至30港元之间。海关记录显示，2024年共录得31242宗执法案件，其中68%（即21284宗）涉及非法卷烟，较2023年的11806宗案件大幅增加。
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香港海关查获的非法卷烟案件数量去年激增80%，价值达到27亿港元（3.47亿美元）。海关关长将这一激增归因于香港不断上涨的烟草税，认为这刺激了游客携带未完税卷烟进入香港。
近年来，香港一直在提高烟草税。今年2月的政府预算将每包20支卷烟的平均价格提高了16港元，达到90港元以上，其中税收占售价的66港元。据了解，在黑市上，一包走私卷烟的售价在20至30港元之间。海关记录显示，2024年共录得31242宗执法案件，其中68%（即21284宗）涉及非法卷烟，较2023年的11806宗案件大幅增加。
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Bezos’ Washington Post scraps ad calling for Trump to ‘fire Elon Musk’ from print editions
The Washington Post has cancelled an ad calling on President Donald Trump to "fire Elon Musk," sparking controversy. The ad, commissioned by advocacy group Common Cause for $115,000, was intended to run as a wrap-around and inside the Tuesday print editions of the newspaper.
The ad was part of Common Cause's "Fire Elon Musk" campaign, which criticizes Musk and urges people to sign a petition for his removal as head of the fictional "Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)." While the Post initially approved the ad, it later withdrew the wrap-around portion without explanation, according to Common Cause. The ad features Musk laughing behind an image of the White House, questioning who is truly running the country and accusing Musk of creating chaos and confusion.
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The Washington Post has cancelled an ad calling on President Donald Trump to "fire Elon Musk," sparking controversy. The ad, commissioned by advocacy group Common Cause for $115,000, was intended to run as a wrap-around and inside the Tuesday print editions of the newspaper.
The ad was part of Common Cause's "Fire Elon Musk" campaign, which criticizes Musk and urges people to sign a petition for his removal as head of the fictional "Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)." While the Post initially approved the ad, it later withdrew the wrap-around portion without explanation, according to Common Cause. The ad features Musk laughing behind an image of the White House, questioning who is truly running the country and accusing Musk of creating chaos and confusion.
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India can lessen reliance on Russian oil if US emerges as key supplier
Donald Trump提议向印度出售更多美国石油和天然气，这可能会显著减少印度购买俄罗斯打折石油的数量。此举旨在削弱莫斯科通过石油收入资助乌克兰战争的能力，并可能促使俄罗斯以市场价格出售石油。
分析人士认为，印度可能会欢迎美国的这一举措。近年来，印度对进口石油的依赖程度越来越高，俄罗斯石油一度占据印度石油进口的40%。但自从美国去年底对运输俄罗斯石油的实体实施新的制裁后，这一比例已降至25-30%。
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Donald Trump提议向印度出售更多美国石油和天然气，这可能会显著减少印度购买俄罗斯打折石油的数量。此举旨在削弱莫斯科通过石油收入资助乌克兰战争的能力，并可能促使俄罗斯以市场价格出售石油。
分析人士认为，印度可能会欢迎美国的这一举措。近年来，印度对进口石油的依赖程度越来越高，俄罗斯石油一度占据印度石油进口的40%。但自从美国去年底对运输俄罗斯石油的实体实施新的制裁后，这一比例已降至25-30%。
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Vietnam’s ‘transactional diplomacy’ paves way for Musk’s Starlink amid Trump’s tariff threats
越南计划修改规则，允许埃隆·马斯克的星链(Starlink)在该国提供卫星互联网服务，同时保持对任何当地子公司的完全所有权。此举为星链进入越南市场铺平了道路，此前越南曾因外国公司控制卫星互联网提供商而拒绝了星链的进入，而允许外资全资控股是马斯克提出的前提条件。
这一政策转变被视为越南向SpaceX抛出的“橄榄枝”。据知情人士透露，由于美国总统特朗普可能实施关税威胁，越南方面对此感到不安，因此希望通过此举向特朗普政府示好，表明越南也能在事务性外交中有所作为。此前，SpaceX进入越南市场的尝试在2023年末被搁置。
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越南计划修改规则，允许埃隆·马斯克的星链(Starlink)在该国提供卫星互联网服务，同时保持对任何当地子公司的完全所有权。此举为星链进入越南市场铺平了道路，此前越南曾因外国公司控制卫星互联网提供商而拒绝了星链的进入，而允许外资全资控股是马斯克提出的前提条件。
这一政策转变被视为越南向SpaceX抛出的“橄榄枝”。据知情人士透露，由于美国总统特朗普可能实施关税威胁，越南方面对此感到不安，因此希望通过此举向特朗普政府示好，表明越南也能在事务性外交中有所作为。此前，SpaceX进入越南市场的尝试在2023年末被搁置。
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Veteran Google AI researcher joins Chinese TikTok owner ByteDance in lead research role
Wu Yonghui, a former "Google Fellow," has joined ByteDance to spearhead foundational AI research within the company's Seed department. This move signals ByteDance's ambition to push the boundaries of AI technology, particularly after the surge in interest sparked by OpenAI's ChatGPT.
Wu, who spent 17 years at Google, will report directly to ByteDance CEO Liang Rubo from his base in San Jose, California. The Seed department was established in early 2023 to focus on large language models and generative AI. Wu's last role at Google was as vice-president of research at DeepMind, Google's AI research lab, highlighting his extensive experience in the field.
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Wu Yonghui, a former "Google Fellow," has joined ByteDance to spearhead foundational AI research within the company's Seed department. This move signals ByteDance's ambition to push the boundaries of AI technology, particularly after the surge in interest sparked by OpenAI's ChatGPT.
Wu, who spent 17 years at Google, will report directly to ByteDance CEO Liang Rubo from his base in San Jose, California. The Seed department was established in early 2023 to focus on large language models and generative AI. Wu's last role at Google was as vice-president of research at DeepMind, Google's AI research lab, highlighting his extensive experience in the field.
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Number of babies born in Hong Kong rises by 11% to 36,700 last year
香港在2024年新生儿数量达到36,700，较2023年增长11%。这主要得益于政府推出的一项鼓励生育计划，该计划向每位新生儿的父母提供2万港币（约2570美元）的现金补贴。政府为此项奖励计划在去年花费了约7.34亿港币。
尽管在2023年出现小幅增长后，香港的出生人数连续第二年增长，但这一水平仍然是自1961年有数据记录以来的第三低。与此同时，香港人口也增长了0.1%，略高于753万。政府发言人表示，人口增长得益于人才引进和劳务输入政策，许多人从中国内地和世界各地移居香港。
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香港在2024年新生儿数量达到36,700，较2023年增长11%。这主要得益于政府推出的一项鼓励生育计划，该计划向每位新生儿的父母提供2万港币（约2570美元）的现金补贴。政府为此项奖励计划在去年花费了约7.34亿港币。
尽管在2023年出现小幅增长后，香港的出生人数连续第二年增长，但这一水平仍然是自1961年有数据记录以来的第三低。与此同时，香港人口也增长了0.1%，略高于753万。政府发言人表示，人口增长得益于人才引进和劳务输入政策，许多人从中国内地和世界各地移居香港。
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In India, US$100 million Ponzi scheme linked to Amazon leaves thousands in financial ruin
Thousands of Indian investors are struggling to recover nearly $100 million lost in a Ponzi scheme orchestrated by Falcon Invoice Discounting. The company promised returns as high as 22% by falsely claiming to connect investors with major corporations like Amazon and Britannia.
Since 2021, Falcon collected approximately $196 million from around 7,000 investors, repaying only half of that amount. The company allegedly used funds from new investors to pay off older ones, while diverting the remaining money to shell entities. Police have arrested two individuals and are currently searching for Falcon's founder, Amardeep Kumar.
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Thousands of Indian investors are struggling to recover nearly $100 million lost in a Ponzi scheme orchestrated by Falcon Invoice Discounting. The company promised returns as high as 22% by falsely claiming to connect investors with major corporations like Amazon and Britannia.
Since 2021, Falcon collected approximately $196 million from around 7,000 investors, repaying only half of that amount. The company allegedly used funds from new investors to pay off older ones, while diverting the remaining money to shell entities. Police have arrested two individuals and are currently searching for Falcon's founder, Amardeep Kumar.
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Drag at Malaysian awards show riles conservatives over LGBTQ culture
Malaysia's Islamic authorities are investigating a red carpet event at the Anugerah Juara Lagu (Song Championship Award) after attendees appeared in drag, sparking controversy and drawing criticism from conservative groups. The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) has expressed "grave concern" and plans to summon those involved, referring the matter to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) for further action.
The controversy highlights the tension between Malaysia's secular constitution and the role of Islamic law, which operates alongside civil legislation, particularly concerning the Muslim population. The incident, involving male attendees wearing gowns, veils, and dresses, has ignited debate over LGBTQ expression in the country, where Islam is the state religion for over 60% of its 34 million people.
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Malaysia's Islamic authorities are investigating a red carpet event at the Anugerah Juara Lagu (Song Championship Award) after attendees appeared in drag, sparking controversy and drawing criticism from conservative groups. The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) has expressed "grave concern" and plans to summon those involved, referring the matter to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) for further action.
The controversy highlights the tension between Malaysia's secular constitution and the role of Islamic law, which operates alongside civil legislation, particularly concerning the Muslim population. The incident, involving male attendees wearing gowns, veils, and dresses, has ignited debate over LGBTQ expression in the country, where Islam is the state religion for over 60% of its 34 million people.
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Chinese and Australian militaries revive suspended defence talks as tensions escalate
China and Australia have resumed high-level annual defense talks, marking the first such dialogue since 2019. The 23rd China-Australia Defence Strategic Dialogue took place in Beijing on Monday, reviving a crucial channel for security discussions amidst rising tensions in the Asia-Pacific region. This resumption signifies a potential thaw in relations and a commitment to open communication between the two nations' militaries.
The decision to restart the dialogue, which had been suspended since 2020, was reached during the Annual Leaders’ Meeting in June between Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. During the talks, both parties exchanged views on bilateral relations, regional security, and other shared concerns, agreeing to strengthen strategic communication, manage disputes, and pursue further exchanges and cooperation. The dialogue was co-hosted by senior military officials from both countries.
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China and Australia have resumed high-level annual defense talks, marking the first such dialogue since 2019. The 23rd China-Australia Defence Strategic Dialogue took place in Beijing on Monday, reviving a crucial channel for security discussions amidst rising tensions in the Asia-Pacific region. This resumption signifies a potential thaw in relations and a commitment to open communication between the two nations' militaries.
The decision to restart the dialogue, which had been suspended since 2020, was reached during the Annual Leaders’ Meeting in June between Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. During the talks, both parties exchanged views on bilateral relations, regional security, and other shared concerns, agreeing to strengthen strategic communication, manage disputes, and pursue further exchanges and cooperation. The dialogue was co-hosted by senior military officials from both countries.
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Singapore budget 2025: cash vouchers, utilities rebates unveiled by Lawrence Wong as election nears
新加坡将向每户家庭发放800新元（约合600美元）的现金券和水电费回扣，以应对不断上涨的生活成本。这是新任总理黄循财首次预算演讲中宣布的，正值新加坡大选临近。这项举措旨在帮助家庭应对通货膨胀，并支持本地企业。
现金券将分两批发放，第一批500新元将于今年5月发放，剩余部分将于明年1月发放，可在本地商家使用，包括小贩和超市。这一数额比去年预算案中宣布的数额高出200新元。这项名为社区发展理事会现金券的计划最初是在新冠疫情期间推出的，旨在帮助低收入家庭支付生活费用，并支持受疫情影响的小贩和商家。此次预算演讲是本届议会任期内的最后一次，大选必须在今年11月前举行。黄循财表示，预计新加坡经济增长率为1%至3%，通货膨胀率预计为1.5%至2.5%。
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新加坡将向每户家庭发放800新元（约合600美元）的现金券和水电费回扣，以应对不断上涨的生活成本。这是新任总理黄循财首次预算演讲中宣布的，正值新加坡大选临近。这项举措旨在帮助家庭应对通货膨胀，并支持本地企业。
现金券将分两批发放，第一批500新元将于今年5月发放，剩余部分将于明年1月发放，可在本地商家使用，包括小贩和超市。这一数额比去年预算案中宣布的数额高出200新元。这项名为社区发展理事会现金券的计划最初是在新冠疫情期间推出的，旨在帮助低收入家庭支付生活费用，并支持受疫情影响的小贩和商家。此次预算演讲是本届议会任期内的最后一次，大选必须在今年11月前举行。黄循财表示，预计新加坡经济增长率为1%至3%，通货膨胀率预计为1.5%至2.5%。
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Hong Kong’s minimum wage to increase by 5.25% from HK$40 to HK$42.1 per hour
香港最低工资将上调2.1港元，从目前的每小时40港元增至42.1港元。这一调整是香港行政会议采纳最低工资委员会的建议后做出的，旨在适度提高低收入工人的收入。
政府周二宣布，行政会议已接受最低工资委员会的建议，将法定最低工资提高5.25%。这是在去年通过新的工资调整方案后的首次上调。修订后的最低工资提案将于下周三提交立法会审议，如获批准，新标准将于5月1日生效。同时，雇主记录雇员工作时间的月薪上限也将从16300港元提高到17200港元。
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香港最低工资将上调2.1港元，从目前的每小时40港元增至42.1港元。这一调整是香港行政会议采纳最低工资委员会的建议后做出的，旨在适度提高低收入工人的收入。
政府周二宣布，行政会议已接受最低工资委员会的建议，将法定最低工资提高5.25%。这是在去年通过新的工资调整方案后的首次上调。修订后的最低工资提案将于下周三提交立法会审议，如获批准，新标准将于5月1日生效。同时，雇主记录雇员工作时间的月薪上限也将从16300港元提高到17200港元。
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Wait for Hong Kong public rental flats drops to 5.3 years, lowest since 2018
香港公屋轮候时间降至5.3年，为六年来的最低水平。特首李家超表示有信心将公屋轮候时间进一步缩短至4年半，如果包括已分配到临时住房的申请人。
房屋委员会的最新数据显示，截至2024年第四季度，一般申请者的平均轮候时间已降至5.3年，较上一季度减少0.2年。与2022年3月底创下的6.1年高位相比，已缩短0.8年，降幅达13%。
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香港公屋轮候时间降至5.3年，为六年来的最低水平。特首李家超表示有信心将公屋轮候时间进一步缩短至4年半，如果包括已分配到临时住房的申请人。
房屋委员会的最新数据显示，截至2024年第四季度，一般申请者的平均轮候时间已降至5.3年，较上一季度减少0.2年。与2022年3月底创下的6.1年高位相比，已缩短0.8年，降幅达13%。
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China alleges military veteran shared secrets of troops, weapons with foreign agencies
中国国家安全机构宣布逮捕了一名退伍军人，他涉嫌协助外国机构刺探中国军事机密。该嫌疑人通过社交媒体平台，多次向外国间谍机构发送有关中国边境地区部队部署位置、武器配置和营房环境的信息，严重威胁了国家安全。
据通报，该案涉及一个名为“冬夜”的账号，该账号注册人为一位居住在距离边境数千公里的80岁老人，显然不具备实施间谍活动的能力。国家安全人员通过大数据分析和追踪，最终锁定了一名姓倪的男子，他曾在军队服役两年。此次逮捕行动还涉及揭露虚假身份和在危险地形中进行抓捕。
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中国国家安全机构宣布逮捕了一名退伍军人，他涉嫌协助外国机构刺探中国军事机密。该嫌疑人通过社交媒体平台，多次向外国间谍机构发送有关中国边境地区部队部署位置、武器配置和营房环境的信息，严重威胁了国家安全。
据通报，该案涉及一个名为“冬夜”的账号，该账号注册人为一位居住在距离边境数千公里的80岁老人，显然不具备实施间谍活动的能力。国家安全人员通过大数据分析和追踪，最终锁定了一名姓倪的男子，他曾在军队服役两年。此次逮捕行动还涉及揭露虚假身份和在危险地形中进行抓捕。
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Malaysian mall gunman killed in shoot-out after Grand Theft Auto-style crime spree
Malaysian police have identified and killed a gunman, known as "Ah Boy," who committed a series of robberies and carjackings, drawing comparisons to the video game Grand Theft Auto due to his methods. The suspect was responsible for at least 15 robberies since mid-2023, including robberies at goldsmiths, and was killed in a shootout with police on Tuesday morning.
The suspect's crime spree included carjacking victims at gunpoint and using the stolen vehicles to facilitate further crimes. Following a shooting at a mall in Setia Alam, he fled to Melaka and then Banting, stealing vehicles and forcing drivers to transport him. Police believe he forced lorry and e-hailing drivers to assist in his movements before being tracked down and killed in Pulau Ketam.
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Malaysian police have identified and killed a gunman, known as "Ah Boy," who committed a series of robberies and carjackings, drawing comparisons to the video game Grand Theft Auto due to his methods. The suspect was responsible for at least 15 robberies since mid-2023, including robberies at goldsmiths, and was killed in a shootout with police on Tuesday morning.
The suspect's crime spree included carjacking victims at gunpoint and using the stolen vehicles to facilitate further crimes. Following a shooting at a mall in Setia Alam, he fled to Melaka and then Banting, stealing vehicles and forcing drivers to transport him. Police believe he forced lorry and e-hailing drivers to assist in his movements before being tracked down and killed in Pulau Ketam.
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AI start-up DeepSeek expands business scope in potential shift towards monetisation
中国人工智能初创公司DeepSeek更新了其商业注册信息，增加了“互联网信息服务”的业务范围，这标志着该公司正朝着将其高性价比的大型语言模型（LLM）商业化的方向发展。 此举表明，DeepSeek希望将其受欢迎的技术变现，结束此前主要专注于研发的状态。
根据分析师的说法，DeepSeek此举反映出，对于一家积累了技术并开发出产品的公司来说，盈利是必然的下一步。此前，DeepSeek的业务范围主要集中在工程和人工智能软件开发等领域。DeepSeek的LLM以开源模型发布，允许任何人免费使用和修改。该公司由对冲基金High-Flyer投资成立。
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中国人工智能初创公司DeepSeek更新了其商业注册信息，增加了“互联网信息服务”的业务范围，这标志着该公司正朝着将其高性价比的大型语言模型（LLM）商业化的方向发展。 此举表明，DeepSeek希望将其受欢迎的技术变现，结束此前主要专注于研发的状态。
根据分析师的说法，DeepSeek此举反映出，对于一家积累了技术并开发出产品的公司来说，盈利是必然的下一步。此前，DeepSeek的业务范围主要集中在工程和人工智能软件开发等领域。DeepSeek的LLM以开源模型发布，允许任何人免费使用和修改。该公司由对冲基金High-Flyer投资成立。
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Has Xi Jinping brought China’s private sector back into the fold?
President Xi Jinping's recent symposium with China's top entrepreneurs signals a renewed commitment from the central government to support the private sector and stabilize investor confidence. This high-profile meeting, the first of its kind since 2018, aims to address concerns stemming from regulatory crackdowns and economic shifts that have dampened enthusiasm within the private sector, which contributes significantly to urban employment.
The symposium is seen as a response to both external pressures, such as potential tariff hikes, and internal opportunities, including technological advancements driven by private companies. By convening this meeting, the government hopes to reassure the business community and the public of its dedication to fostering innovation and economic growth, particularly amid evolving global challenges.
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President Xi Jinping's recent symposium with China's top entrepreneurs signals a renewed commitment from the central government to support the private sector and stabilize investor confidence. This high-profile meeting, the first of its kind since 2018, aims to address concerns stemming from regulatory crackdowns and economic shifts that have dampened enthusiasm within the private sector, which contributes significantly to urban employment.
The symposium is seen as a response to both external pressures, such as potential tariff hikes, and internal opportunities, including technological advancements driven by private companies. By convening this meeting, the government hopes to reassure the business community and the public of its dedication to fostering innovation and economic growth, particularly amid evolving global challenges.
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Creamfields dance festival in Hong Kong, slated for March, abruptly cancelled
Creamfields Hong Kong 2025, one of the world's largest electronic dance music festivals, has been cancelled. The event was scheduled to take place on March 8 and 9 at the Central Harbourfront, but organizer Live Nation announced the cancellation on Monday via social media, citing "unforeseen circumstances." All purchased tickets will be fully refunded.
The festival was previously promoted as a mega-event by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, but the advertisement has since been removed from the board's website. While no specific reason was given for the cancellation, the announcement has caused disappointment among fans. Live Nation has apologized for any inconvenience caused.
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Creamfields Hong Kong 2025, one of the world's largest electronic dance music festivals, has been cancelled. The event was scheduled to take place on March 8 and 9 at the Central Harbourfront, but organizer Live Nation announced the cancellation on Monday via social media, citing "unforeseen circumstances." All purchased tickets will be fully refunded.
The festival was previously promoted as a mega-event by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, but the advertisement has since been removed from the board's website. While no specific reason was given for the cancellation, the announcement has caused disappointment among fans. Live Nation has apologized for any inconvenience caused.
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‘Critical moment’: China calls for all stakeholders to be part of Ukraine peace talks
中国驻联合国大使傅聪表示，中国欢迎美国发起的旨在结束俄乌战争的和平谈判，并强调“所有利益相关者”都应参与其中。这一表态正值美国和俄罗斯高级官员计划在沙特阿拉伯会晤，寻求在没有欧洲参与的情况下，就结束俄乌冲突达成协议。
傅聪在联合国安理会关于乌克兰问题的简报会上指出，谈判解决乌克兰危机即将进入“关键时刻”。他同时呼应了中国外交部长王毅此前的观点，即所有与俄乌战争相关的利益方，包括欧盟，都应参与到和平谈判中来，以达成各方都能接受的公正、持久且具有约束力的和平协议。
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中国驻联合国大使傅聪表示，中国欢迎美国发起的旨在结束俄乌战争的和平谈判，并强调“所有利益相关者”都应参与其中。这一表态正值美国和俄罗斯高级官员计划在沙特阿拉伯会晤，寻求在没有欧洲参与的情况下，就结束俄乌冲突达成协议。
傅聪在联合国安理会关于乌克兰问题的简报会上指出，谈判解决乌克兰危机即将进入“关键时刻”。他同时呼应了中国外交部长王毅此前的观点，即所有与俄乌战争相关的利益方，包括欧盟，都应参与到和平谈判中来，以达成各方都能接受的公正、持久且具有约束力的和平协议。
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China student burns ‘inflatable girlfriend’, sparks fire after roommate returns early
一名中国大学生因室友提前返回宿舍，慌乱中焚烧充气娃娃“女友”引发火灾，引发社会关注。这起事件发生在合肥工业大学，迅速在社交媒体上引发热议，该学生也因此受到广泛嘲笑。
据报道，该男生在宿舍使用充气娃娃时，室友突然返回，他为了掩盖自己的行为，试图焚烧充气娃娃。最初，他试图在宿舍走廊焚烧，但火势迅速蔓延，触发了校园火警。这起事件不仅引发了安全问题，也引发了人们对于大学生心理健康和性教育的讨论。
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一名中国大学生因室友提前返回宿舍，慌乱中焚烧充气娃娃“女友”引发火灾，引发社会关注。这起事件发生在合肥工业大学，迅速在社交媒体上引发热议，该学生也因此受到广泛嘲笑。
据报道，该男生在宿舍使用充气娃娃时，室友突然返回，他为了掩盖自己的行为，试图焚烧充气娃娃。最初，他试图在宿舍走廊焚烧，但火势迅速蔓延，触发了校园火警。这起事件不仅引发了安全问题，也引发了人们对于大学生心理健康和性教育的讨论。
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After China deal, Cook Islands looks beyond ‘big brother’ New Zealand, US
Cook Islands' Prime Minister Mark Brown has defended the country's new partnership pact with China, asserting the nation's right to pursue independent economic opportunities. Brown emphasized that the agreement with Beijing offers prospects in trade, infrastructure, and sustainable ocean resource management, advocating for self-reliance over dependence on aid from New Zealand.
New Zealand has expressed concerns regarding the lack of consultation and transparency surrounding the agreement, which was signed during Brown's recent state visit to China. The Cook Islands, a self-governing nation of 17,000 people, maintains a "free association" with New Zealand, receiving budgetary assistance and support in foreign affairs and defense. Brown's statements suggest a desire to diversify partnerships and strengthen the Cook Islands' economic independence.
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Cook Islands' Prime Minister Mark Brown has defended the country's new partnership pact with China, asserting the nation's right to pursue independent economic opportunities. Brown emphasized that the agreement with Beijing offers prospects in trade, infrastructure, and sustainable ocean resource management, advocating for self-reliance over dependence on aid from New Zealand.
New Zealand has expressed concerns regarding the lack of consultation and transparency surrounding the agreement, which was signed during Brown's recent state visit to China. The Cook Islands, a self-governing nation of 17,000 people, maintains a "free association" with New Zealand, receiving budgetary assistance and support in foreign affairs and defense. Brown's statements suggest a desire to diversify partnerships and strengthen the Cook Islands' economic independence.
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