Chinese scientists use dengue fever virus to build safer gene-editing system
Chinese scientists have developed a new gene-editing system for plants that utilizes components from viruses like dengue fever and tobacco mosaic virus to enhance both safety and efficiency. This innovative system addresses the limitations of commonly used gene-editing methods like CRISPR, which rely on DNA vectors that can introduce foreign DNA and potentially cause unintended mutations.
The new system employs messenger RNA (mRNA), which avoids the risk of leaving behind foreign DNA. By incorporating elements from viruses, known for their efficient intercellular transfer mechanisms, the researchers significantly improved the delivery of mRNA into plant cells. Testing showed the new system improved editing efficiency by 4.3 times in rice and 3.5 times in wheat, outperforming traditional DNA plasmid-based delivery systems.
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Chinese scientists have developed a new gene-editing system for plants that utilizes components from viruses like dengue fever and tobacco mosaic virus to enhance both safety and efficiency. This innovative system addresses the limitations of commonly used gene-editing methods like CRISPR, which rely on DNA vectors that can introduce foreign DNA and potentially cause unintended mutations.
The new system employs messenger RNA (mRNA), which avoids the risk of leaving behind foreign DNA. By incorporating elements from viruses, known for their efficient intercellular transfer mechanisms, the researchers significantly improved the delivery of mRNA into plant cells. Testing showed the new system improved editing efficiency by 4.3 times in rice and 3.5 times in wheat, outperforming traditional DNA plasmid-based delivery systems.
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Pakistan NGO chief who alleged vote rigging has home sealed
巴基斯坦当局查封了一家非政府组织负责人的住所，该组织此前发布报告，指控去年的国民选举中存在大范围舞弊行为。该非政府组织Pattan发布报告称，2024年2月的选举存在“前所未有的操纵”，包括“篡改选票、欺诈和舞弊”。
Pattan负责人Sarwar Bari目前身在伦敦，他表示其位于伊斯兰堡的住所于周五晚被查封，他认为这明显是对该报告的回应。法院发布的查封令称，Pattan的非政府组织注册已于2019年被取消，目前属于非法运营。Bari承认他经常在家中举行Pattan会议和处理邮件，但他坚持认为这首先是他的住所。
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巴基斯坦当局查封了一家非政府组织负责人的住所，该组织此前发布报告，指控去年的国民选举中存在大范围舞弊行为。该非政府组织Pattan发布报告称，2024年2月的选举存在“前所未有的操纵”，包括“篡改选票、欺诈和舞弊”。
Pattan负责人Sarwar Bari目前身在伦敦，他表示其位于伊斯兰堡的住所于周五晚被查封，他认为这明显是对该报告的回应。法院发布的查封令称，Pattan的非政府组织注册已于2019年被取消，目前属于非法运营。Bari承认他经常在家中举行Pattan会议和处理邮件，但他坚持认为这首先是他的住所。
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Taobao’s first physical store in Hong Kong draws crowds
淘宝在香港的首家线下商业空间PapaHome开业，吸引了大量顾客排队体验产品。这家与本地家居维修平台Papabo合作运营的家具和生活方式店，面积达2322平方米，汇集了来自100家淘宝商户的超过1万件家具产品。
开业当天，位于尖沙咀中港城的PapaHome门外排起了长队，约有100名顾客等待入场。为了应对客流高峰，店铺采取了限流措施，分批次放顾客进入。顾客们在店内浏览各种商品，体验沙发，并通过扫描二维码获取详细信息和折扣。一位顾客表示，他计划花费5000港元购买新的电视柜或床，并称自己从未在淘宝上购买过家具。
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淘宝在香港的首家线下商业空间PapaHome开业，吸引了大量顾客排队体验产品。这家与本地家居维修平台Papabo合作运营的家具和生活方式店，面积达2322平方米，汇集了来自100家淘宝商户的超过1万件家具产品。
开业当天，位于尖沙咀中港城的PapaHome门外排起了长队，约有100名顾客等待入场。为了应对客流高峰，店铺采取了限流措施，分批次放顾客进入。顾客们在店内浏览各种商品，体验沙发，并通过扫描二维码获取详细信息和折扣。一位顾客表示，他计划花费5000港元购买新的电视柜或床，并称自己从未在淘宝上购买过家具。
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Kerry’s Hava flats sell out as a stock rally lifts the mood in Hong Kong’s property market
Hong Kong's property market showed signs of renewed vigor as all 250 flats in Kerry Properties' Hava project in Yuen Long were sold out during a weekend launch. The strong sales performance, driven by attractive pricing and a concurrent stock market rally, signals a potential shift in sentiment within the city's previously sluggish property sector.
The Hava project's success can be attributed to several factors, including its convenient location in Yuen Long, appealing to both owner-occupiers and investors. The small apartments, priced between HK$2.6 million and HK$5 million, proved particularly attractive to younger, first-time buyers. Furthermore, investors were drawn to the project's projected rental yield of approximately 5 per cent per annum, with around 30 per cent of buyers intending to lease out their properties.
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Hong Kong's property market showed signs of renewed vigor as all 250 flats in Kerry Properties' Hava project in Yuen Long were sold out during a weekend launch. The strong sales performance, driven by attractive pricing and a concurrent stock market rally, signals a potential shift in sentiment within the city's previously sluggish property sector.
The Hava project's success can be attributed to several factors, including its convenient location in Yuen Long, appealing to both owner-occupiers and investors. The small apartments, priced between HK$2.6 million and HK$5 million, proved particularly attractive to younger, first-time buyers. Furthermore, investors were drawn to the project's projected rental yield of approximately 5 per cent per annum, with around 30 per cent of buyers intending to lease out their properties.
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Chinese EV maker Xpeng to double global presence to 60 markets in 2025, CEO says
中国电动汽车制造商小鹏汽车计划今年将其业务扩展到 60 个国际市场，是目前约 30 个国家和地区的两倍。小鹏汽车董事长兼首席执行官何小鹏在广州港宣布了这一消息，同时启动了其旗舰七座多用途汽车 (MPV) X9 的全球发货。首批 300 辆右舵版 X9 将运往泰国，抵达后立即交付给车主。
小鹏汽车的目标是在 2023 年前，海外销量占总销量的一半。2024 年，海外销量占小鹏汽车总销量的 13%。为了支持其全球扩张，小鹏汽车还计划扩大其充电网络，计划今年上半年在泰国和香港建立超快充电站。此外，该公司还将于今年开始在国际市场测试其自动驾驶系统，并从 2026 年开始向全球市场推出自动驾驶汽车。此次在泰国市场的扩张，目前仅提供一款小鹏 G6 车型，是其“全球化 2.0 战略”的一部分，根据该战略，该公司计划进入欧洲、东南亚、中东和非洲市场。
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中国电动汽车制造商小鹏汽车计划今年将其业务扩展到 60 个国际市场，是目前约 30 个国家和地区的两倍。小鹏汽车董事长兼首席执行官何小鹏在广州港宣布了这一消息，同时启动了其旗舰七座多用途汽车 (MPV) X9 的全球发货。首批 300 辆右舵版 X9 将运往泰国，抵达后立即交付给车主。
小鹏汽车的目标是在 2023 年前，海外销量占总销量的一半。2024 年，海外销量占小鹏汽车总销量的 13%。为了支持其全球扩张，小鹏汽车还计划扩大其充电网络，计划今年上半年在泰国和香港建立超快充电站。此外，该公司还将于今年开始在国际市场测试其自动驾驶系统，并从 2026 年开始向全球市场推出自动驾驶汽车。此次在泰国市场的扩张，目前仅提供一款小鹏 G6 车型，是其“全球化 2.0 战略”的一部分，根据该战略，该公司计划进入欧洲、东南亚、中东和非洲市场。
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Why a post-election shift in Germany’s China policy is no longer a sure bet
德国机械设备制造商协会(VDMA)警告称，中国企业凭借补贴和低价策略，对德国机械制造业构成“中国冲击2.0”威胁。该协会代表着3600家德国中小企业，他们正面临来自中国竞争对手日益激烈的挑战，这些中国企业不仅在中国市场，还在欧洲和全球其他市场超越德国企业。
VDMA外贸主管Ulrich Ackermann表示，许多会员公司抱怨在欧洲市场面临不公平竞争，中国企业以远低于德国企业生产成本的价格销售产品。Ackermann即将从VDMA退休，他认为中国的情况与当年日本竞争不同，对德国机械制造业构成了新的挑战。
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德国机械设备制造商协会(VDMA)警告称，中国企业凭借补贴和低价策略，对德国机械制造业构成“中国冲击2.0”威胁。该协会代表着3600家德国中小企业，他们正面临来自中国竞争对手日益激烈的挑战，这些中国企业不仅在中国市场，还在欧洲和全球其他市场超越德国企业。
VDMA外贸主管Ulrich Ackermann表示，许多会员公司抱怨在欧洲市场面临不公平竞争，中国企业以远低于德国企业生产成本的价格销售产品。Ackermann即将从VDMA退休，他认为中国的情况与当年日本竞争不同，对德国机械制造业构成了新的挑战。
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Chinese woman steals US$620,000 from company to seek ‘emotional value’ from male models
一名中国女性沉迷于在直播中打赏年轻男主播，最终挪用公司450万元人民币（约合62万美元）。 这位被称为周女士的43岁会计，在短短三个月内，为了寻求情感慰藉，疯狂打赏那些亲切称她为“姐姐”的男主播，导致了严重的经济犯罪。
周女士来自上海，月薪仅6000元人民币。在母亲去世后，她感到生活艰难，家庭积蓄因医疗费用耗尽，公婆变得冷漠，丈夫也忙于工作无暇顾及她。在孤独中，她开始沉迷于直播，通过打赏年轻男主播来寻求情感寄托，一位20多岁的男主播亲切地称她为“姐姐”，并关心她为什么这么晚还没睡，这让她感受到了久违的温暖和陪伴。
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一名中国女性沉迷于在直播中打赏年轻男主播，最终挪用公司450万元人民币（约合62万美元）。 这位被称为周女士的43岁会计，在短短三个月内，为了寻求情感慰藉，疯狂打赏那些亲切称她为“姐姐”的男主播，导致了严重的经济犯罪。
周女士来自上海，月薪仅6000元人民币。在母亲去世后，她感到生活艰难，家庭积蓄因医疗费用耗尽，公婆变得冷漠，丈夫也忙于工作无暇顾及她。在孤独中，她开始沉迷于直播，通过打赏年轻男主播来寻求情感寄托，一位20多岁的男主播亲切地称她为“姐姐”，并关心她为什么这么晚还没睡，这让她感受到了久违的温暖和陪伴。
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Rotterdam port most vulnerable to US energy tariffs, CEO says
鹿特丹港负责人认为，美国可能对石油和天然气等能源商品征收关税，这对该港口与美国的贸易构成比其他行业更大的风险。能源贸易占鹿特丹港从美国进口额的约四分之三，出口额的三分之一。
鹿特丹港务局首席执行官Boudewijn Siemons表示，鉴于美国对荷兰拥有巨大的贸易顺差，特别是通过鹿特丹港转运的能源，对能源征收关税是“不合逻辑的”。此前，美国总统特朗普曾威胁要对全球贸易伙伴征收对等关税，但具体细节仍不清楚。尽管荷兰对美贸易顺差为正，但Siemons认为荷兰不太可能被排除在针对欧盟的任何行动之外，因为这无法改变欧盟整体对美贸易逆差的局面。
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鹿特丹港负责人认为，美国可能对石油和天然气等能源商品征收关税，这对该港口与美国的贸易构成比其他行业更大的风险。能源贸易占鹿特丹港从美国进口额的约四分之三，出口额的三分之一。
鹿特丹港务局首席执行官Boudewijn Siemons表示，鉴于美国对荷兰拥有巨大的贸易顺差，特别是通过鹿特丹港转运的能源，对能源征收关税是“不合逻辑的”。此前，美国总统特朗普曾威胁要对全球贸易伙伴征收对等关税，但具体细节仍不清楚。尽管荷兰对美贸易顺差为正，但Siemons认为荷兰不太可能被排除在针对欧盟的任何行动之外，因为这无法改变欧盟整体对美贸易逆差的局面。
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EU ‘deeply concerned’ over Hong Kong Democratic Party’s plan to disband
欧盟对香港公民社会空间持续萎缩表示担忧，此前香港最大的反对党民主党宣布可能解散。欧盟外交事务和安全政策首席发言人Anitta Hipper表示，欧盟注意到民主党面临的解散压力，并关注到香港民意研究所暂停自资研究活动。她敦促香港当局保护香港人民行使其权利的能力。
法国也警告称需要制衡。此外，香港记者协会等媒体和人权组织也面临越来越大的压力。该协会被迫“暂时”取消年度筹款晚宴，此前一周内有两家酒店退出主办该活动。
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欧盟对香港公民社会空间持续萎缩表示担忧，此前香港最大的反对党民主党宣布可能解散。欧盟外交事务和安全政策首席发言人Anitta Hipper表示，欧盟注意到民主党面临的解散压力，并关注到香港民意研究所暂停自资研究活动。她敦促香港当局保护香港人民行使其权利的能力。
法国也警告称需要制衡。此外，香港记者协会等媒体和人权组织也面临越来越大的压力。该协会被迫“暂时”取消年度筹款晚宴，此前一周内有两家酒店退出主办该活动。
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Chinese provincial boss fired over ‘botched’ Covid response facing corruption probe
Jiang Chaoliang, the former Communist Party chief of Hubei province where the Covid-19 outbreak originated, is under investigation for suspected corruption. This announcement was made by leading anti-corruption watchdogs, citing "suspected violations of party discipline and law." Jiang, who is 67 years old, was removed from his position in February 2020 due to public dissatisfaction with the handling of the initial outbreak in Wuhan.
Despite being subsequently appointed as deputy head of the national legislature’s agricultural and social affairs committees, the investigation highlights the ongoing anti-corruption efforts within the Chinese Communist Party. Jiang joins a list of other former provincial Communist Party chiefs, including Wu Yingjie (Tibet), Luo Baoming (Hainan), and Qizhala (Tibet), who have recently faced similar investigations by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection.
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Jiang Chaoliang, the former Communist Party chief of Hubei province where the Covid-19 outbreak originated, is under investigation for suspected corruption. This announcement was made by leading anti-corruption watchdogs, citing "suspected violations of party discipline and law." Jiang, who is 67 years old, was removed from his position in February 2020 due to public dissatisfaction with the handling of the initial outbreak in Wuhan.
Despite being subsequently appointed as deputy head of the national legislature’s agricultural and social affairs committees, the investigation highlights the ongoing anti-corruption efforts within the Chinese Communist Party. Jiang joins a list of other former provincial Communist Party chiefs, including Wu Yingjie (Tibet), Luo Baoming (Hainan), and Qizhala (Tibet), who have recently faced similar investigations by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection.
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Prabowo’s budget cuts threaten aid to Bali bombing survivors
Chusnul Chotimah, a survivor of the 2002 Bali bombing, fears losing access to life-saving treatments due to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's announced US$19 billion in budget cuts. These cuts are intended to fund election promises like school lunches, but economists warn they could disrupt essential services and hinder economic growth. Chusnul, who has undergone 37 surgeries over two decades, relies on funding from Indonesia's victim and witness protection agency (LPSK) for medication and psychiatric assistance.
The 2002 Bali bombings, attributed to the al-Qaeda-linked Jemaah Islamiah, killed 202 people of various nationalities. Chusnul, struggling to keep her snack stall open while continuing her painful recovery, contacted the LPSK and was informed that the budget cuts could jeopardize her medical aid. While LPSK chief Achmadi supports Prabowo's budget cuts, he assures that the agency will strive to accommodate the rights of witnesses and victims while improving efficiency.
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Chusnul Chotimah, a survivor of the 2002 Bali bombing, fears losing access to life-saving treatments due to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's announced US$19 billion in budget cuts. These cuts are intended to fund election promises like school lunches, but economists warn they could disrupt essential services and hinder economic growth. Chusnul, who has undergone 37 surgeries over two decades, relies on funding from Indonesia's victim and witness protection agency (LPSK) for medication and psychiatric assistance.
The 2002 Bali bombings, attributed to the al-Qaeda-linked Jemaah Islamiah, killed 202 people of various nationalities. Chusnul, struggling to keep her snack stall open while continuing her painful recovery, contacted the LPSK and was informed that the budget cuts could jeopardize her medical aid. While LPSK chief Achmadi supports Prabowo's budget cuts, he assures that the agency will strive to accommodate the rights of witnesses and victims while improving efficiency.
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China’s anti-drone arms tech draws Mideast interest as militaries seek latest edge
中国军工企业在本周阿布扎比国际防务展（IDEX）上展示了最新的反无人机系统（CUAV），突显了无人机在现代战争中日益重要的作用。此次展会吸引了全球国防供应商，表明各国对无人机防御能力的需求正在增长。
多家中国公司重点推广了其最新的反无人机系统。例如，保利科技展示了“寂静猎手”激光防御系统，中国精密机械进出口公司则展出了包括FK-2000导弹火炮一体化武器系统和FK-3000防空武器系统在内的多种反无人机系统模型。专家指出，随着无人机成为现代战场的重要因素，许多国家都在寻求加强防御能力，中国的反无人机系统可能会受到广泛关注，尤其是在美国限制出口的情况下。
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中国军工企业在本周阿布扎比国际防务展（IDEX）上展示了最新的反无人机系统（CUAV），突显了无人机在现代战争中日益重要的作用。此次展会吸引了全球国防供应商，表明各国对无人机防御能力的需求正在增长。
多家中国公司重点推广了其最新的反无人机系统。例如，保利科技展示了“寂静猎手”激光防御系统，中国精密机械进出口公司则展出了包括FK-2000导弹火炮一体化武器系统和FK-3000防空武器系统在内的多种反无人机系统模型。专家指出，随着无人机成为现代战场的重要因素，许多国家都在寻求加强防御能力，中国的反无人机系统可能会受到广泛关注，尤其是在美国限制出口的情况下。
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New infrastructure funding must be found before it bankrupts states
IMF总裁克里斯塔利娜·格奥尔基耶娃近日表示，私营部门应在经济转型中发挥主导作用，通过创业、创造就业和创新来推动经济发展，而政府的角色是为这种私营部门主导的增长创造合适的条件。这一观点在发展经济学家、学者和一些官员中已成为普遍接受的观点，但同时也暴露出对经济体内资金流动以及可能出现的金融错配和失败分析不足的问题。
这种观点在很大程度上是由西方主导的经济和金融机构强加给许多亚洲国家的，但中国和越南是明显的例外。政府主要通过税收和市场借款来资助其活动，这限制了它们为教育、卫生和基础设施等基本经济发展提供资金的能力。然而，这些恰恰是私营部门为了促进经济增长和就业所需要的。另一方面，私营部门可以获得充足的市场融资，并可以用公共部门资助的服务来补贴股东的股息。
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IMF总裁克里斯塔利娜·格奥尔基耶娃近日表示，私营部门应在经济转型中发挥主导作用，通过创业、创造就业和创新来推动经济发展，而政府的角色是为这种私营部门主导的增长创造合适的条件。这一观点在发展经济学家、学者和一些官员中已成为普遍接受的观点，但同时也暴露出对经济体内资金流动以及可能出现的金融错配和失败分析不足的问题。
这种观点在很大程度上是由西方主导的经济和金融机构强加给许多亚洲国家的，但中国和越南是明显的例外。政府主要通过税收和市场借款来资助其活动，这限制了它们为教育、卫生和基础设施等基本经济发展提供资金的能力。然而，这些恰恰是私营部门为了促进经济增长和就业所需要的。另一方面，私营部门可以获得充足的市场融资，并可以用公共部门资助的服务来补贴股东的股息。
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How long can Singapore’s NMP scheme stay relevant? Why 2 resignations have raised eyebrows
Two nominated members of parliament (NMP) in Singapore, Raj Joshua Thomas and Syed Harun Alhabsyi, have resigned, fueling debate about a potential weakness in the NMP scheme. Their resignations, occurring before the end of their terms, suggest they may be considering contesting the upcoming general election, raising concerns about the non-partisan nature of the NMP role.
The NMP scheme, introduced in 1990, was designed to allow non-elected individuals to contribute diverse, non-partisan perspectives in parliament. However, the resignations of Thomas and Alhabsyi to potentially pursue partisan politics highlight a possible flaw in the system, as their actions appear to contradict the original intent of the NMP platform.
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Two nominated members of parliament (NMP) in Singapore, Raj Joshua Thomas and Syed Harun Alhabsyi, have resigned, fueling debate about a potential weakness in the NMP scheme. Their resignations, occurring before the end of their terms, suggest they may be considering contesting the upcoming general election, raising concerns about the non-partisan nature of the NMP role.
The NMP scheme, introduced in 1990, was designed to allow non-elected individuals to contribute diverse, non-partisan perspectives in parliament. However, the resignations of Thomas and Alhabsyi to potentially pursue partisan politics highlight a possible flaw in the system, as their actions appear to contradict the original intent of the NMP platform.
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Canadians think Carney can take on Trump as Liberals narrow gap with Conservatives
特鲁多领导的自由党支持率因特朗普威胁而上升。原本面临选举惨败的加拿大自由党，在特鲁多宣布辞职前，民调显示该党因应美国前总统特朗普的威胁而获得了新的动力。
民意调查显示，加拿大人认为马克·卡尼，这位前央行行长是接替特鲁多成为自由党领袖和总理的热门人选，他能够有效对抗质疑加拿大主权的美国总统。这一变化使得原本有望轻松击败特鲁多，结束自由党十年执政的保守党领袖皮埃尔·波利耶夫感到不安。多伦多大学政治学荣誉退休教授尼尔森·怀斯曼表示，自由党民调的上升目前让保守党感到“恐慌”，但他强调，在可能在几周内宣布或推迟到10月的选举前，情况可能会发生变化。
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特鲁多领导的自由党支持率因特朗普威胁而上升。原本面临选举惨败的加拿大自由党，在特鲁多宣布辞职前，民调显示该党因应美国前总统特朗普的威胁而获得了新的动力。
民意调查显示，加拿大人认为马克·卡尼，这位前央行行长是接替特鲁多成为自由党领袖和总理的热门人选，他能够有效对抗质疑加拿大主权的美国总统。这一变化使得原本有望轻松击败特鲁多，结束自由党十年执政的保守党领袖皮埃尔·波利耶夫感到不安。多伦多大学政治学荣誉退休教授尼尔森·怀斯曼表示，自由党民调的上升目前让保守党感到“恐慌”，但他强调，在可能在几周内宣布或推迟到10月的选举前，情况可能会发生变化。
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Hong Kong should up its game in sports law to nurture sector, chief justice says
香港终审法院首席法官张举能表示，香港应完善与体育相关的法律法规，以符合国际标准，并应对新兴体育产业日益复杂的需求。他强调，加强法律环境至关重要，因为体育已发展成为一个“庞大的产业”，尤其需要在竞争规则、运动员权利、商业合同和仲裁机制等方面重点关注。
张举能指出，随着香港运动员在国际体育舞台上不断取得佳绩，体育产业的影响力日益增长，法律行业必须同步发展，以满足体育法日益复杂的需求。 这包括制定和完善法律法规，确保体育运动的公平性，保护运动员的权利，并提供专业的法律支持和争议解决机制，从而为香港体育事业的长期发展奠定坚实的基础。
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香港终审法院首席法官张举能表示，香港应完善与体育相关的法律法规，以符合国际标准，并应对新兴体育产业日益复杂的需求。他强调，加强法律环境至关重要，因为体育已发展成为一个“庞大的产业”，尤其需要在竞争规则、运动员权利、商业合同和仲裁机制等方面重点关注。
张举能指出，随着香港运动员在国际体育舞台上不断取得佳绩，体育产业的影响力日益增长，法律行业必须同步发展，以满足体育法日益复杂的需求。 这包括制定和完善法律法规，确保体育运动的公平性，保护运动员的权利，并提供专业的法律支持和争议解决机制，从而为香港体育事业的长期发展奠定坚实的基础。
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Syrian leader Sharaa meets Chinese envoy in first bilateral exchange since fall of Assad
Syria's new President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with the Chinese ambassador to Damascus, marking the first public bilateral engagement since Bashar al-Assad's overthrow in December. The meeting, reported by Syrian state media, comes after China's embassy in Damascus was looted following Assad's fall, introducing a potentially complex dynamic between the two nations.
China had been a supporter of Assad, and the new Islamist rulers in Syria have incorporated foreign fighters, including Uygurs, into the Syrian armed forces. This decision to include Islamist militants in official roles could raise concerns among foreign governments and Syrian citizens, despite the new administration's promises of tolerance and non-interference. China has previously accused some Uygurs of involvement in terrorism and has denied allegations of abusing the ethnic minority, adding another layer of sensitivity to the evolving relationship.
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Syria's new President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with the Chinese ambassador to Damascus, marking the first public bilateral engagement since Bashar al-Assad's overthrow in December. The meeting, reported by Syrian state media, comes after China's embassy in Damascus was looted following Assad's fall, introducing a potentially complex dynamic between the two nations.
China had been a supporter of Assad, and the new Islamist rulers in Syria have incorporated foreign fighters, including Uygurs, into the Syrian armed forces. This decision to include Islamist militants in official roles could raise concerns among foreign governments and Syrian citizens, despite the new administration's promises of tolerance and non-interference. China has previously accused some Uygurs of involvement in terrorism and has denied allegations of abusing the ethnic minority, adding another layer of sensitivity to the evolving relationship.
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Will Indonesia’s Bali adopt a Bhutan-style levy to deter ‘low-class foreign tourists’?
巴厘岛官员正在考虑效仿不丹的旅游模式，对外国游客收取高额费用，以应对大量低消费游客对当地经济和声誉造成的威胁。巴厘岛边缘旅游演员联盟负责人I Wayan Puspa Negara提议向外国游客收取每日费用，类似于不丹的可持续发展费，旨在筛选具有消费能力的游客。
不丹对外国游客（印度人除外）收取每日100美元的固定费用，并且游客必须从官方旅行社聘请导游、司机和交通工具。巴厘岛省长Wayan Koster此前也曾提出类似的想法，希望将巴厘岛的游客数量限制在每年40万，从而提高游客的整体消费水平和旅游质量。
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巴厘岛官员正在考虑效仿不丹的旅游模式，对外国游客收取高额费用，以应对大量低消费游客对当地经济和声誉造成的威胁。巴厘岛边缘旅游演员联盟负责人I Wayan Puspa Negara提议向外国游客收取每日费用，类似于不丹的可持续发展费，旨在筛选具有消费能力的游客。
不丹对外国游客（印度人除外）收取每日100美元的固定费用，并且游客必须从官方旅行社聘请导游、司机和交通工具。巴厘岛省长Wayan Koster此前也曾提出类似的想法，希望将巴厘岛的游客数量限制在每年40万，从而提高游客的整体消费水平和旅游质量。
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Chinese gobble up goods as subsidy scheme, trade-ins fuel consumption, but can it last?
中国通过更新消费品以旧换新计划和加倍补贴计划，显著促进了汽车、家电和电子产品的销售。这项举措是刺激国内消费和推动经济增长的关键政策，旨在提振关键行业，巩固国家长期经济复苏。
年初扩展的补贴计划为智能手机、平板电脑和智能手表等数字产品提供补贴，对价格低于6000元人民币的产品提供15%的补贴，每件商品补贴上限为500元。商务部数据显示，截至周三，已有超过2670万消费者申请这些补贴，电动汽车和电动自行车等也因以旧换新计划而销量大增，全国旧车报废量同比增长约35%，新能源乘用车零售额增长超过20%。
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中国通过更新消费品以旧换新计划和加倍补贴计划，显著促进了汽车、家电和电子产品的销售。这项举措是刺激国内消费和推动经济增长的关键政策，旨在提振关键行业，巩固国家长期经济复苏。
年初扩展的补贴计划为智能手机、平板电脑和智能手表等数字产品提供补贴，对价格低于6000元人民币的产品提供15%的补贴，每件商品补贴上限为500元。商务部数据显示，截至周三，已有超过2670万消费者申请这些补贴，电动汽车和电动自行车等也因以旧换新计划而销量大增，全国旧车报废量同比增长约35%，新能源乘用车零售额增长超过20%。
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Most Singaporeans say budget sweeteners inadequate to cushion rising living costs: survey
A recent poll indicates that a majority (55%) of Singapore residents feel the government's latest budget measures, totaling nearly S$124 billion, are insufficient to address the rising cost of living. The survey, conducted by Milieu Insight, highlights concerns that shopping vouchers and subsidies for aged care aren't enough to offset increased prices for essential goods and services like food and housing.
This sentiment poses a challenge for the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) as they prepare for a general election later this year. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who delivered the budget and became premier in May 2024, acknowledged the public's struggle to adjust to "new price realities" and promised continued support. The budget includes S$800 in vouchers for households, tax rebates, and aid for families, low-income individuals, and the elderly, alongside infrastructure spending, but the survey suggests these measures may not be perceived as adequate amid slower economic growth and potential tariff wars.
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A recent poll indicates that a majority (55%) of Singapore residents feel the government's latest budget measures, totaling nearly S$124 billion, are insufficient to address the rising cost of living. The survey, conducted by Milieu Insight, highlights concerns that shopping vouchers and subsidies for aged care aren't enough to offset increased prices for essential goods and services like food and housing.
This sentiment poses a challenge for the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) as they prepare for a general election later this year. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who delivered the budget and became premier in May 2024, acknowledged the public's struggle to adjust to "new price realities" and promised continued support. The budget includes S$800 in vouchers for households, tax rebates, and aid for families, low-income individuals, and the elderly, alongside infrastructure spending, but the survey suggests these measures may not be perceived as adequate amid slower economic growth and potential tariff wars.
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