Anwar’s Asean summit risks Trump’s ire as Malaysia courts China, Gulf bloc
马来西亚计划深化与海湾国家和中国的贸易联系，这可能会激怒美国新政府。专家警告称，此举旨在应对特朗普可能重返白宫所带来的不确定性，并可能被视为对美国的一种制衡。
马来西亚总理安瓦尔·易卜拉欣宣布，马来西亚将于五月主办中国、东盟和海湾合作委员会（GCC）的联合峰会。安瓦尔强调，作为东盟轮值主席国，该集团必须超越传统合作伙伴，但这次峰会“不是为了选边站”，而是为了“确保东盟在多极世界中的战略地位”。
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马来西亚计划深化与海湾国家和中国的贸易联系，这可能会激怒美国新政府。专家警告称，此举旨在应对特朗普可能重返白宫所带来的不确定性，并可能被视为对美国的一种制衡。
马来西亚总理安瓦尔·易卜拉欣宣布，马来西亚将于五月主办中国、东盟和海湾合作委员会（GCC）的联合峰会。安瓦尔强调，作为东盟轮值主席国，该集团必须超越传统合作伙伴，但这次峰会“不是为了选边站”，而是为了“确保东盟在多极世界中的战略地位”。
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Could ‘terrorist’ designation lead to US strikes on drug cartels?
美国正式将八个拉丁美洲犯罪组织列为“外国恐怖组织”，加大对在美国运营的犯罪集团及其协助者的压力。 此举旨在执行美国前总统特朗普于1月20日颁布的行政命令，涉及委内瑞拉的 Tren de Aragua、萨尔瓦多的 MS-13 以及六个位于墨西哥的犯罪集团。
将这些犯罪集团定义为“外国恐怖组织”并不常见，因为这一标签通常用于基地组织或伊斯兰国等以暴力实现政治目的的组织，而非以金钱为目的的犯罪团伙。 此次指定范围尚不明确，但已引发关于美国可能在外国领土采取军事行动的猜测。 特斯拉CEO埃隆·马斯克在社交媒体上表示，将这些集团指定为恐怖组织意味着它们可能成为无人机袭击的目标。
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美国正式将八个拉丁美洲犯罪组织列为“外国恐怖组织”，加大对在美国运营的犯罪集团及其协助者的压力。 此举旨在执行美国前总统特朗普于1月20日颁布的行政命令，涉及委内瑞拉的 Tren de Aragua、萨尔瓦多的 MS-13 以及六个位于墨西哥的犯罪集团。
将这些犯罪集团定义为“外国恐怖组织”并不常见，因为这一标签通常用于基地组织或伊斯兰国等以暴力实现政治目的的组织，而非以金钱为目的的犯罪团伙。 此次指定范围尚不明确，但已引发关于美国可能在外国领土采取军事行动的猜测。 特斯拉CEO埃隆·马斯克在社交媒体上表示，将这些集团指定为恐怖组织意味着它们可能成为无人机袭击的目标。
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Asian infrastructure bank raises US$549 million in Hong Kong dollar bond sale
亚洲基础设施投资银行（亚投行）成功发行了40亿港元（约5.49亿美元）的公共港元债券。 这批三年期高级无抵押固定利率可持续发展债券的年息为3.847%，将在香港的债务工具中央结算系统（CMU）结算。此次发行标志着亚投行在香港市场的重要进展，并为投资者提供了多元化资产配置的机会。
此次债券发行吸引了香港本地及亚太地区的广泛投资者，订单总额达到90亿港元，超过25个订单。亚投行表示，通过在香港债务工具中央结算系统进行结算，可以触及更广泛的投资者群体，同时提高港元流动性。此次交易也吸引了15家新的投资者，包括中央银行、银行资金管理部门、资产管理公司和本地企业。
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亚洲基础设施投资银行（亚投行）成功发行了40亿港元（约5.49亿美元）的公共港元债券。 这批三年期高级无抵押固定利率可持续发展债券的年息为3.847%，将在香港的债务工具中央结算系统（CMU）结算。此次发行标志着亚投行在香港市场的重要进展，并为投资者提供了多元化资产配置的机会。
此次债券发行吸引了香港本地及亚太地区的广泛投资者，订单总额达到90亿港元，超过25个订单。亚投行表示，通过在香港债务工具中央结算系统进行结算，可以触及更广泛的投资者群体，同时提高港元流动性。此次交易也吸引了15家新的投资者，包括中央银行、银行资金管理部门、资产管理公司和本地企业。
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Ant Group enters AI robotics sector to build China’s humanoid workforce
Ant Group, a Chinese fintech giant and affiliate of Alibaba, is entering the humanoid robotics sector, investing in the development of embodied-intelligence technology. This move aligns with a broader trend of Chinese tech companies investing heavily in humanoid robots, driven by the potential for automation in factories and homes.
Ant established Shanghai Mayi Lingbo Technology in late 2023 with a registered capital of 100 million yuan (US$13.7 million) to focus on this R&D. Founder Jack Ma emphasized the importance of embracing AI, predicting its transformative impact in the coming decades, which signals Ant's commitment to this emerging field.
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Ant Group, a Chinese fintech giant and affiliate of Alibaba, is entering the humanoid robotics sector, investing in the development of embodied-intelligence technology. This move aligns with a broader trend of Chinese tech companies investing heavily in humanoid robots, driven by the potential for automation in factories and homes.
Ant established Shanghai Mayi Lingbo Technology in late 2023 with a registered capital of 100 million yuan (US$13.7 million) to focus on this R&D. Founder Jack Ma emphasized the importance of embracing AI, predicting its transformative impact in the coming decades, which signals Ant's commitment to this emerging field.
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Chinese workers eat dog, snow made of cotton, Faye Wong’s lookalike: 5 trending stories
近期在中国发生了两起引发关注的事件。 一只宠物狗因燃放烟花受惊，从寄养中心逃脱后被车辆撞击，最终被高速公路工人吃掉。另一起事件中，某旅游景点因使用棉花和肥皂水制造假雪吸引游客而遭到批评，并已暂时关闭。
该旅游景点原本期望降雪，但未能如愿，因此采取了这种替代方案。这两起事件都在中国社交媒体上引发了广泛讨论和争议。
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近期在中国发生了两起引发关注的事件。 一只宠物狗因燃放烟花受惊，从寄养中心逃脱后被车辆撞击，最终被高速公路工人吃掉。另一起事件中，某旅游景点因使用棉花和肥皂水制造假雪吸引游客而遭到批评，并已暂时关闭。
该旅游景点原本期望降雪，但未能如愿，因此采取了这种替代方案。这两起事件都在中国社交媒体上引发了广泛讨论和争议。
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Microsoft unveils first quantum chip that uses Majorana particles instead of electrons
Microsoft has unveiled its first quantum computing chip, the Majorana 1, marking a significant advancement in its pursuit of quantum devices. The chip, containing 8 qubits, represents a crucial step towards building quantum computers capable of tackling complex problems currently unsolvable by traditional computers. Microsoft envisions scaling this technology to create chips with 1 million qubits, potentially revolutionizing various industries.
While the current chip's capabilities are limited to basic mathematical problem-solving for control verification, Microsoft engineers believe it provides a solid foundation for future quantum machines. This announcement highlights the successful deployment of particles essential for quantum computing within a system that could eventually power data centers and drive breakthroughs in fields like chemistry and healthcare. The underlying scientific principles, involving what Microsoft terms a topoconductor, were recently published in the journal Nature, validating theories dating back to 1937 and suggesting practical quantum computing is closer than previously anticipated.
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Microsoft has unveiled its first quantum computing chip, the Majorana 1, marking a significant advancement in its pursuit of quantum devices. The chip, containing 8 qubits, represents a crucial step towards building quantum computers capable of tackling complex problems currently unsolvable by traditional computers. Microsoft envisions scaling this technology to create chips with 1 million qubits, potentially revolutionizing various industries.
While the current chip's capabilities are limited to basic mathematical problem-solving for control verification, Microsoft engineers believe it provides a solid foundation for future quantum machines. This announcement highlights the successful deployment of particles essential for quantum computing within a system that could eventually power data centers and drive breakthroughs in fields like chemistry and healthcare. The underlying scientific principles, involving what Microsoft terms a topoconductor, were recently published in the journal Nature, validating theories dating back to 1937 and suggesting practical quantum computing is closer than previously anticipated.
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In South Korea, Kim Sae-ron’s death exposes depth of gender bias faced by female stars
关于女演员金赛纶去世的消息在周日晚间传出，令许多人震惊，她曾在2010年的电影《孤胆特工》中饰演小美，当时她年仅10岁。原本前途光明的她，却因2022年酒驾事故而命运逆转，引发公众强烈关注。
金赛纶酒驾撞击变压器，导致附近社区停电，事后虽手写道歉，但未能平息众怒，被指控肇事逃逸且未及时处理。事故后，她不仅失去了许多角色，包括已拍摄部分也被剪掉，公众舆论对她非常严苛。事后得知，她曾亲自拜访受停电影响的57家商户道歉并赔偿，但仍未能挽回形象。
在韩国，艺人若有不当行为通常会暂时退出演艺圈反省，再尝试复出，但公众对金赛纶的评判似乎更加无情。拥有370万粉丝的她在Instagram上经常受到恶意评论，被指责“不反省”或“不谦虚”，任何社交媒体更新都会引发负面关注。
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关于女演员金赛纶去世的消息在周日晚间传出，令许多人震惊，她曾在2010年的电影《孤胆特工》中饰演小美，当时她年仅10岁。原本前途光明的她，却因2022年酒驾事故而命运逆转，引发公众强烈关注。
金赛纶酒驾撞击变压器，导致附近社区停电，事后虽手写道歉，但未能平息众怒，被指控肇事逃逸且未及时处理。事故后，她不仅失去了许多角色，包括已拍摄部分也被剪掉，公众舆论对她非常严苛。事后得知，她曾亲自拜访受停电影响的57家商户道歉并赔偿，但仍未能挽回形象。
在韩国，艺人若有不当行为通常会暂时退出演艺圈反省，再尝试复出，但公众对金赛纶的评判似乎更加无情。拥有370万粉丝的她在Instagram上经常受到恶意评论，被指责“不反省”或“不谦虚”，任何社交媒体更新都会引发负面关注。
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Hong Kong’s M+ museum to show over 200 works by Zao Wou-Ki from December
香港M+博物馆将于今年晚些时候举办赵无极大型回顾展，展出这位中国-法国艺术大师的200多件作品。这将是亚洲首次对赵无极的版画作品进行大型回顾，展览暂定名为“赵无极：版画作品”，并将于12月13日开幕。
M+博物馆将首次展出赵无极的家人在2022年和去年捐赠的200多件作品，这些作品是法国以外最大的赵无极作品收藏。此次展览旨在展示赵无极的艺术造诣，以及他将中国传统美学与欧洲艺术媒介相结合的能力，其中包括《亨利·米肖讲座》(1950)、《锡耶纳广场》(1951)和《向绘画和诗歌致敬》(1976)等作品。
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香港M+博物馆将于今年晚些时候举办赵无极大型回顾展，展出这位中国-法国艺术大师的200多件作品。这将是亚洲首次对赵无极的版画作品进行大型回顾，展览暂定名为“赵无极：版画作品”，并将于12月13日开幕。
M+博物馆将首次展出赵无极的家人在2022年和去年捐赠的200多件作品，这些作品是法国以外最大的赵无极作品收藏。此次展览旨在展示赵无极的艺术造诣，以及他将中国传统美学与欧洲艺术媒介相结合的能力，其中包括《亨利·米肖讲座》(1950)、《锡耶纳广场》(1951)和《向绘画和诗歌致敬》(1976)等作品。
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Local officials in China told to use DeepSeek AI to help them make decisions
Several local governments in China are now encouraging officials to utilize DeepSeek's AI model to aid in decision-making processes. This marks the first instance of officials being specifically directed to use a particular AI model for governmental tasks, signaling a growing integration of AI in local governance.
Cities like Zhengzhou, Laibin, and Foshan have already begun integrating DeepSeek into their systems, with officials receiving training and directives to proactively use the technology for analysis, problem-solving, and overall decision support. This initiative reflects a broader trend of exploring AI applications at the local level to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in government operations.
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Several local governments in China are now encouraging officials to utilize DeepSeek's AI model to aid in decision-making processes. This marks the first instance of officials being specifically directed to use a particular AI model for governmental tasks, signaling a growing integration of AI in local governance.
Cities like Zhengzhou, Laibin, and Foshan have already begun integrating DeepSeek into their systems, with officials receiving training and directives to proactively use the technology for analysis, problem-solving, and overall decision support. This initiative reflects a broader trend of exploring AI applications at the local level to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in government operations.
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Can US ally Japan set ‘important precedent’ on how to avoid Trump’s tariffs?
日本试图避免美国新关税的努力面临重重困难。日本外务大臣在慕尼黑安全会议上向美国国务卿提出豁免要求，但分析人士认为，这反映出在全球贸易保护主义抬头之际，美国如何对待其盟友，日本的请求将成为一个试金石。
日本外务大臣在会议中明确表示，日本不应被列入美国总统特朗普计划实施的对等关税名单中，并提出了汽车关税以及美国对进口钢铁和铝产品征收25%关税的豁免要求。此前，特朗普已下令最早于4月对多个贸易伙伴征收对等关税，并指责全球贸易体系对美国不利，而日本长期以来对美贸易顺差以及日元疲软加剧了贸易失衡，这些都使得日本的豁免前景变得不明朗。
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日本试图避免美国新关税的努力面临重重困难。日本外务大臣在慕尼黑安全会议上向美国国务卿提出豁免要求，但分析人士认为，这反映出在全球贸易保护主义抬头之际，美国如何对待其盟友，日本的请求将成为一个试金石。
日本外务大臣在会议中明确表示，日本不应被列入美国总统特朗普计划实施的对等关税名单中，并提出了汽车关税以及美国对进口钢铁和铝产品征收25%关税的豁免要求。此前，特朗普已下令最早于4月对多个贸易伙伴征收对等关税，并指责全球贸易体系对美国不利，而日本长期以来对美贸易顺差以及日元疲软加剧了贸易失衡，这些都使得日本的豁免前景变得不明朗。
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Egypt announces first discovery of pharaoh’s tomb in over 100 years
An Egyptian-British mission has identified the tomb of King Thutmose II near Luxor, marking the first discovery of a pharaonic royal tomb in over a century. This is considered a significant archaeological breakthrough, as it represents the last lost tomb of the 18th dynasty kings and the first royal tomb found since King Tutankhamun's in 1922.
The identification was made possible by alabaster vessels inscribed with the names of King Thutmose II and his wife, Queen Hatshepsut. While preliminary studies suggest the tomb's contents were moved in ancient times, the discovery is still considered monumental. The tomb's entrance was initially located in 2022 but was initially believed to be the tomb of a royal wife.
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An Egyptian-British mission has identified the tomb of King Thutmose II near Luxor, marking the first discovery of a pharaonic royal tomb in over a century. This is considered a significant archaeological breakthrough, as it represents the last lost tomb of the 18th dynasty kings and the first royal tomb found since King Tutankhamun's in 1922.
The identification was made possible by alabaster vessels inscribed with the names of King Thutmose II and his wife, Queen Hatshepsut. While preliminary studies suggest the tomb's contents were moved in ancient times, the discovery is still considered monumental. The tomb's entrance was initially located in 2022 but was initially believed to be the tomb of a royal wife.
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How you can protect yourself against fake ‘#’ text messages in Hong Kong
香港居民需要警惕一种新型的网络钓鱼诈骗，诈骗分子通过发送带有官方“#”前缀的虚假短信，骗取了一名受害者22000港元。警方和专家表示，这种诈骗利用电子设备干扰移动信号，从而发送带有“#”符号的虚假短信。
据悉，香港通讯事务管理局(OFCA)在2023年推出了“#”前缀系统，旨在帮助居民识别真实验证的短信。截至今年1月，已有超过440家公司注册使用该前缀。然而，此次诈骗中的虚假短信也带有“#”前缀，并包含疑似网络钓鱼的链接。一名居民在通过此类链接输入信用卡信息后，损失了约22000港元。警方本周逮捕了一名23岁的男子，他涉嫌与28起关于冒充政府部门、快递公司和在线支付系统的可疑短信投诉有关。
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香港居民需要警惕一种新型的网络钓鱼诈骗，诈骗分子通过发送带有官方“#”前缀的虚假短信，骗取了一名受害者22000港元。警方和专家表示，这种诈骗利用电子设备干扰移动信号，从而发送带有“#”符号的虚假短信。
据悉，香港通讯事务管理局(OFCA)在2023年推出了“#”前缀系统，旨在帮助居民识别真实验证的短信。截至今年1月，已有超过440家公司注册使用该前缀。然而，此次诈骗中的虚假短信也带有“#”前缀，并包含疑似网络钓鱼的链接。一名居民在通过此类链接输入信用卡信息后，损失了约22000港元。警方本周逮捕了一名23岁的男子，他涉嫌与28起关于冒充政府部门、快递公司和在线支付系统的可疑短信投诉有关。
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China’s bold new agricultural plan puts AI, biotech and seeds behind self-sufficiency push
中国计划到2028年进一步巩固其在农业科技方面的自给自足能力。中国农业农村部公布了一项战略计划，强调了生物技术、人工智能、新品种培育、耕地质量改良以及农业机械设备创新等10个关键领域，旨在确保14亿多人口的粮食安全，并保持其产业链的独立自主可控。
该计划的发布背景是全球科技竞争日益激烈，农业科技创新成为国际战略竞争的主要战场。去年，中国粮食产量首次超过7亿吨，农业技术在其中发挥了关键作用。农业农村部强调，由生物技术和信息技术驱动的新一轮农业技术革命即将取得重大突破。
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中国计划到2028年进一步巩固其在农业科技方面的自给自足能力。中国农业农村部公布了一项战略计划，强调了生物技术、人工智能、新品种培育、耕地质量改良以及农业机械设备创新等10个关键领域，旨在确保14亿多人口的粮食安全，并保持其产业链的独立自主可控。
该计划的发布背景是全球科技竞争日益激烈，农业科技创新成为国际战略竞争的主要战场。去年，中国粮食产量首次超过7亿吨，农业技术在其中发挥了关键作用。农业农村部强调，由生物技术和信息技术驱动的新一轮农业技术革命即将取得重大突破。
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US State Department orders pause on media subscriptions
美国国务院已暂停所有媒体订阅服务，这是一项由特朗普政府主导的削减开支行动的一部分。此举旨在减少被认为不必要的政府支出，是特朗普政府精简机构规模的更广泛努力的一部分。
据报道，特朗普总统已任命埃隆·马斯克负责一个名为“Doge”的政府缩编团队，该团队一直在各联邦机构寻找削减开支的机会。国务院表示，各部门可以申请豁免，但必须证明相关订阅对于执行任务至关重要，符合国务卿的首要任务，并影响员工的安全和福祉。据《华盛顿邮报》报道，一份国务院备忘录指示工作人员优先终止与《经济学人》、《纽约时报》、Politico、彭博新闻社、美联社和路透社的合同。美国国务卿马可·卢比奥表示，所有政府支出都必须符合特朗普“美国优先”的原则。
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美国国务院已暂停所有媒体订阅服务，这是一项由特朗普政府主导的削减开支行动的一部分。此举旨在减少被认为不必要的政府支出，是特朗普政府精简机构规模的更广泛努力的一部分。
据报道，特朗普总统已任命埃隆·马斯克负责一个名为“Doge”的政府缩编团队，该团队一直在各联邦机构寻找削减开支的机会。国务院表示，各部门可以申请豁免，但必须证明相关订阅对于执行任务至关重要，符合国务卿的首要任务，并影响员工的安全和福祉。据《华盛顿邮报》报道，一份国务院备忘录指示工作人员优先终止与《经济学人》、《纽约时报》、Politico、彭博新闻社、美联社和路透社的合同。美国国务卿马可·卢比奥表示，所有政府支出都必须符合特朗普“美国优先”的原则。
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Australia says watching ‘every move’ of Chinese warships off Sydney’s coast
澳大利亚国防部长Richard Marles表示，澳方正在密切监控一支进入其东海岸专属经济区的中国海军特遣部队，但这些军舰并未违反任何海事法律，因此不构成威胁。一艘中国人民解放军海军的护卫舰、巡洋舰和补给舰上周进入澳大利亚的海洋区域，其中护卫舰通过了澳大利亚和巴布亚新几内亚之间的托雷斯海峡。
据《金融时报》报道，该特遣部队此后南下，在距离悉尼海岸150海里（240公里）范围内航行。澳大利亚国防部的一份声明没有提及具体位置。Marles表示，澳方正在密切关注这些军舰的动向，并将评估其行动意图。澳大利亚空军和海军正在对这些军舰进行监控。
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澳大利亚国防部长Richard Marles表示，澳方正在密切监控一支进入其东海岸专属经济区的中国海军特遣部队，但这些军舰并未违反任何海事法律，因此不构成威胁。一艘中国人民解放军海军的护卫舰、巡洋舰和补给舰上周进入澳大利亚的海洋区域，其中护卫舰通过了澳大利亚和巴布亚新几内亚之间的托雷斯海峡。
据《金融时报》报道，该特遣部队此后南下，在距离悉尼海岸150海里（240公里）范围内航行。澳大利亚国防部的一份声明没有提及具体位置。Marles表示，澳方正在密切关注这些军舰的动向，并将评估其行动意图。澳大利亚空军和海军正在对这些军舰进行监控。
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‘Beyond maliciousness’: Japanese man who raped 10 girls given life sentence
Tomoya Yanagimoto, a 28-year-old former hospital worker, has been sentenced to life in prison by the Osaka District Court for sexually assaulting 10 elementary schoolgirls. The sentence, delivered on Tuesday, follows Yanagimoto's guilty plea to multiple counts of rape resulting in injury, committed between March 2016 and May 2022.
Judge Hiroki Ito condemned Yanagimoto's actions as "despicable and beyond the realms of maliciousness." The court determined that Yanagimoto was mentally competent to stand trial despite his claims of a mental disorder, citing his ability to work and function in society. Evidence presented during the trial revealed that Yanagimoto meticulously planned his crimes, tracking the girls' family schedules to break into their homes when they were alone, and that he recorded the assaults on his smartphone.
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Tomoya Yanagimoto, a 28-year-old former hospital worker, has been sentenced to life in prison by the Osaka District Court for sexually assaulting 10 elementary schoolgirls. The sentence, delivered on Tuesday, follows Yanagimoto's guilty plea to multiple counts of rape resulting in injury, committed between March 2016 and May 2022.
Judge Hiroki Ito condemned Yanagimoto's actions as "despicable and beyond the realms of maliciousness." The court determined that Yanagimoto was mentally competent to stand trial despite his claims of a mental disorder, citing his ability to work and function in society. Evidence presented during the trial revealed that Yanagimoto meticulously planned his crimes, tracking the girls' family schedules to break into their homes when they were alone, and that he recorded the assaults on his smartphone.
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Why Hong Kong must be careful about cutting university funding
Hong Kong's upcoming budget, to be revealed on February 26th, is expected to address the funding of its eight public universities, with potential adjustments raising concerns about the city's ambitions as a global education and innovation hub. The government's focus on the universities' substantial financial reserves has sparked debate on whether prioritizing deficit reduction through funding cuts risks undermining the long-term strategic goals of these institutions.
The government's decision stems from a need to address a significant deficit, prompting a re-evaluation of public funding priorities. However, critics argue that focusing solely on the size of university reserves overlooks their crucial role in ensuring operational stability, supporting research initiatives, and enabling long-term planning amidst economic uncertainties. These reserves are essential for attracting top talent, retaining scholars, and driving innovation, all of which are vital for Hong Kong to maintain its competitiveness in the global education landscape.
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Hong Kong's upcoming budget, to be revealed on February 26th, is expected to address the funding of its eight public universities, with potential adjustments raising concerns about the city's ambitions as a global education and innovation hub. The government's focus on the universities' substantial financial reserves has sparked debate on whether prioritizing deficit reduction through funding cuts risks undermining the long-term strategic goals of these institutions.
The government's decision stems from a need to address a significant deficit, prompting a re-evaluation of public funding priorities. However, critics argue that focusing solely on the size of university reserves overlooks their crucial role in ensuring operational stability, supporting research initiatives, and enabling long-term planning amidst economic uncertainties. These reserves are essential for attracting top talent, retaining scholars, and driving innovation, all of which are vital for Hong Kong to maintain its competitiveness in the global education landscape.
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China to welcome foreign investment in more sectors of economy
中国承诺进一步开放电信、医疗、教育等行业，允许更多外资参与，以应对地缘政治紧张局势，吸引并留住外资。商务部和国家发展改革委发布的20条行动计划（2025年）提出，中国将扩大外商投资的行业范围，并为外商在华融资提供便利。
该计划明确表示，将有序开放生物医药领域，支持符合条件的外国公司参与生物制品的生产。同时，还将制定文化和教育领域开放的措施。目前，中国不允许外商独资的学前教育机构、高中和大学在中国运营，并禁止外商投资出版、新闻制作和电影制作。政府将引导外资服务于中国制造业的“高质量发展”，同时支持外资更多地参与中西部和东北省份的建设。
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中国承诺进一步开放电信、医疗、教育等行业，允许更多外资参与，以应对地缘政治紧张局势，吸引并留住外资。商务部和国家发展改革委发布的20条行动计划（2025年）提出，中国将扩大外商投资的行业范围，并为外商在华融资提供便利。
该计划明确表示，将有序开放生物医药领域，支持符合条件的外国公司参与生物制品的生产。同时，还将制定文化和教育领域开放的措施。目前，中国不允许外商独资的学前教育机构、高中和大学在中国运营，并禁止外商投资出版、新闻制作和电影制作。政府将引导外资服务于中国制造业的“高质量发展”，同时支持外资更多地参与中西部和东北省份的建设。
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Hong Kong budget: can Paul Chan make needed cuts without angering the public?
香港财政司司长将于2月26日发表财政预算案，预计将面临平衡财政的巨大压力。其中，政府的2港元交通补贴计划备受关注，许多低收入居民担心这项福利可能会被调整。对于像64岁的保安员温润兰这样的市民来说，这项补贴至关重要，她每月能节省约400港元的交通费。
温润兰每月收入12000港元，交通补贴让她每天往返石门和荔枝角的工作地点时，单程只需支付2港元。如果取消这项补贴，她将不得不进一步缩减开支，尤其是在休息日减少外出。目前，她的工资有三分之一用于支付房租和购买中药，剩余部分用于日常开销和退休储蓄。她希望政府在调整补贴时，能考虑到低收入群体的经济困难，尽量不要将票价提高到3港元以上。
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香港财政司司长将于2月26日发表财政预算案，预计将面临平衡财政的巨大压力。其中，政府的2港元交通补贴计划备受关注，许多低收入居民担心这项福利可能会被调整。对于像64岁的保安员温润兰这样的市民来说，这项补贴至关重要，她每月能节省约400港元的交通费。
温润兰每月收入12000港元，交通补贴让她每天往返石门和荔枝角的工作地点时，单程只需支付2港元。如果取消这项补贴，她将不得不进一步缩减开支，尤其是在休息日减少外出。目前，她的工资有三分之一用于支付房租和购买中药，剩余部分用于日常开销和退休储蓄。她希望政府在调整补贴时，能考虑到低收入群体的经济困难，尽量不要将票价提高到3港元以上。
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Why Canada must engage China to ease Trump’s trade pressure. And why it may not happen
A Canadian professor argues that closer engagement with China is crucial for Canada to alleviate pressure from the Trump administration. Paul Evans, professor emeritus at the University of British Columbia, suggests that diversifying trade and shaping international institutions effectively requires China's participation.
Evans made these remarks at the University of Hong Kong, acknowledging that this view may not be universally accepted in Canada. His address comes after the U.S. imposed tariffs on Canadian goods, prompting retaliatory measures from Canada and raising concerns about Canada's sovereignty, with Trump suggesting it could become the "51st state."
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A Canadian professor argues that closer engagement with China is crucial for Canada to alleviate pressure from the Trump administration. Paul Evans, professor emeritus at the University of British Columbia, suggests that diversifying trade and shaping international institutions effectively requires China's participation.
Evans made these remarks at the University of Hong Kong, acknowledging that this view may not be universally accepted in Canada. His address comes after the U.S. imposed tariffs on Canadian goods, prompting retaliatory measures from Canada and raising concerns about Canada's sovereignty, with Trump suggesting it could become the "51st state."
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