Korean who began school as World War II ended, but never finished, off to university at 87
87岁的Kim Gap-nyeo将在淑明女子大学开始她的大学生涯。在独自抚养五个女儿并从事各种工作后，她完成了成人高中课程，并将在下个月开始攻读社会福利专业。
Kim出生于1938年，在朝鲜从日本统治下解放后开始上小学。然而，由于家庭原因，她的学业中断。在经历多年的艰辛后，她决心继续追求自己的教育梦想，最终实现了进入大学的愿望。
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87岁的Kim Gap-nyeo将在淑明女子大学开始她的大学生涯。在独自抚养五个女儿并从事各种工作后，她完成了成人高中课程，并将在下个月开始攻读社会福利专业。
Kim出生于1938年，在朝鲜从日本统治下解放后开始上小学。然而，由于家庭原因，她的学业中断。在经历多年的艰辛后，她决心继续追求自己的教育梦想，最终实现了进入大学的愿望。
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Amazon Web Services unveils Ocelot quantum computing chip after Google, Microsoft
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has unveiled its first quantum-computing chip, named Ocelot, joining Google and Microsoft in the race to develop practical quantum computers. This marks a significant step for Amazon as it ventures into the realm of quantum hardware, potentially leading to breakthroughs in various fields.
The Ocelot chip, developed by a team at the California Institute of Technology, consists of two stacked silicon squares and utilizes oscillators to generate electric signals. While some experts believe useful quantum computers are still a decade away, AWS is confident in its ability to build a quantum computer, envisioning future applications in areas like chemistry and healthcare. Quantum computers leverage qubits, which can represent both one and zero simultaneously, enabling them to process information exponentially faster than traditional computers.
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Amazon Web Services (AWS) has unveiled its first quantum-computing chip, named Ocelot, joining Google and Microsoft in the race to develop practical quantum computers. This marks a significant step for Amazon as it ventures into the realm of quantum hardware, potentially leading to breakthroughs in various fields.
The Ocelot chip, developed by a team at the California Institute of Technology, consists of two stacked silicon squares and utilizes oscillators to generate electric signals. While some experts believe useful quantum computers are still a decade away, AWS is confident in its ability to build a quantum computer, envisioning future applications in areas like chemistry and healthcare. Quantum computers leverage qubits, which can represent both one and zero simultaneously, enabling them to process information exponentially faster than traditional computers.
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‘Your best friends have abandoned you’: inside China’s latest EU charm offensive
Chinese diplomats are actively engaging with European counterparts, suggesting a united front to uphold the multilateral order amidst strained transatlantic relations. This outreach comes as US President Donald Trump's policies create friction with Europe, particularly regarding trade and support for Ukraine, presenting an opportunity for China to strengthen its ties with the continent.
Beijing's "charm offensive" aims to capitalize on the perceived weakening of the transatlantic alliance, exacerbated by Trump's stance on Russia and trade. This has led some in Europe to consider reducing reliance on the US, even as they continue efforts to "de-risk" from China, acknowledging a sense of isolation on the global stage.
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Chinese diplomats are actively engaging with European counterparts, suggesting a united front to uphold the multilateral order amidst strained transatlantic relations. This outreach comes as US President Donald Trump's policies create friction with Europe, particularly regarding trade and support for Ukraine, presenting an opportunity for China to strengthen its ties with the continent.
Beijing's "charm offensive" aims to capitalize on the perceived weakening of the transatlantic alliance, exacerbated by Trump's stance on Russia and trade. This has led some in Europe to consider reducing reliance on the US, even as they continue efforts to "de-risk" from China, acknowledging a sense of isolation on the global stage.
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Nations agree to hard-fought nature funding plan at UN talks in Rome
各国在联合国会谈上达成一项关于自然保护资金的协议。这项协议打破了僵局，被视为在地缘政治紧张局势下，国际合作的一次考验。富裕国家和发展中国家就筹集和交付数十亿美元资金，以保护物种达成了微妙的妥协，克服了此前在哥伦比亚卡利会议上导致谈判破裂的严重分歧。
在罗马联合国粮农组织总部举行的重启谈判的最后一天，各国代表在充满情感的最后一次会议上起立鼓掌，并通过了关键决定。哥伦比亚Cop16主席苏珊娜·穆罕默德赞扬各国为取得突破而共同努力，从而能够在“这个非常分裂和冲突的世界”中取得进展。她补充说：“这是一件非常美好的事情，因为我们为了保护生命而走到了一起，没有什么比这更重要的了。”
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各国在联合国会谈上达成一项关于自然保护资金的协议。这项协议打破了僵局，被视为在地缘政治紧张局势下，国际合作的一次考验。富裕国家和发展中国家就筹集和交付数十亿美元资金，以保护物种达成了微妙的妥协，克服了此前在哥伦比亚卡利会议上导致谈判破裂的严重分歧。
在罗马联合国粮农组织总部举行的重启谈判的最后一天，各国代表在充满情感的最后一次会议上起立鼓掌，并通过了关键决定。哥伦比亚Cop16主席苏珊娜·穆罕默德赞扬各国为取得突破而共同努力，从而能够在“这个非常分裂和冲突的世界”中取得进展。她补充说：“这是一件非常美好的事情，因为我们为了保护生命而走到了一起，没有什么比这更重要的了。”
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Indonesia faces ‘life-threatening’ consequences of halt to US foreign aid
A freeze on nearly all US foreign aid by the US government is significantly impacting Indonesia, potentially threatening critical health and humanitarian programs. The US Agency for International Development (USAID), a major supporter of various Indonesian initiatives, has had its funding frozen, raising concerns about who will fill the resulting financial gap.
USAID has provided over US$800 million to Indonesia since 2020, supporting programs related to health (including combating tuberculosis, HIV/Aids, and stunting), environmental conservation, poverty reduction, and disaster management. While local officials attempt to minimize the impact, highlighting alternative donor countries, the freeze poses challenges to vital services and programs.
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A freeze on nearly all US foreign aid by the US government is significantly impacting Indonesia, potentially threatening critical health and humanitarian programs. The US Agency for International Development (USAID), a major supporter of various Indonesian initiatives, has had its funding frozen, raising concerns about who will fill the resulting financial gap.
USAID has provided over US$800 million to Indonesia since 2020, supporting programs related to health (including combating tuberculosis, HIV/Aids, and stunting), environmental conservation, poverty reduction, and disaster management. While local officials attempt to minimize the impact, highlighting alternative donor countries, the freeze poses challenges to vital services and programs.
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No big new revelations as US releases Jeffrey Epstein files
The US Justice Department has released government documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, but the initial files made public largely contain information already in the public domain. These documents, including flight logs from Epstein's private plane and a redacted address book, have been circulating for years and don't reveal new details about the sex trafficking case.
The released material also includes a list of masseuses and an evidence list detailing over 150 items, such as nude images and sex toys, though it's unclear which case the list pertains to. Attorney General Pam Bondi publicized the release, emphasizing the Justice Department's commitment to transparency, a move that follows President Trump's earlier suggestion to open the government's files on Epstein.
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The US Justice Department has released government documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, but the initial files made public largely contain information already in the public domain. These documents, including flight logs from Epstein's private plane and a redacted address book, have been circulating for years and don't reveal new details about the sex trafficking case.
The released material also includes a list of masseuses and an evidence list detailing over 150 items, such as nude images and sex toys, though it's unclear which case the list pertains to. Attorney General Pam Bondi publicized the release, emphasizing the Justice Department's commitment to transparency, a move that follows President Trump's earlier suggestion to open the government's files on Epstein.
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Why Thailand’s soft power splash is out of step with reality
Thailand has launched a soft power initiative aimed at promoting 13 key industries, including tourism, food, film, and fashion, to strengthen its global presence, create jobs, attract investment, and expand economic influence. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra highlighted the importance of soft power and the government's commitment through the newly established National Soft Power Strategy Committee. This move follows efforts to promote Thai cooking and Thailand's rise to 39th place in the 2025 Global Soft Power Index.
However, the timing of this initiative clashes with widespread perceptions, particularly among the Chinese, that Thailand hasn't adequately addressed the growing problem of scam centers within its region. This juxtaposition raises questions about the initiative's effectiveness in improving Thailand's overall image and influence, as these negative perceptions could undermine the positive impact of the soft power campaign.
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Thailand has launched a soft power initiative aimed at promoting 13 key industries, including tourism, food, film, and fashion, to strengthen its global presence, create jobs, attract investment, and expand economic influence. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra highlighted the importance of soft power and the government's commitment through the newly established National Soft Power Strategy Committee. This move follows efforts to promote Thai cooking and Thailand's rise to 39th place in the 2025 Global Soft Power Index.
However, the timing of this initiative clashes with widespread perceptions, particularly among the Chinese, that Thailand hasn't adequately addressed the growing problem of scam centers within its region. This juxtaposition raises questions about the initiative's effectiveness in improving Thailand's overall image and influence, as these negative perceptions could undermine the positive impact of the soft power campaign.
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Is Hong Kong’s population stabilising? No, but there’s room to grow
Hong Kong's population has increased by 0.1% to over 7.53 million, marking the third consecutive year of growth, but underlying trends in births, deaths, and migration warrant attention. While this stabilization contrasts with population declines in Japan and mainland China, a closer look reveals potential challenges ahead, particularly concerning birth rates.
Despite government incentives like a HK$20,000 cash handout for newborns and the auspicious Year of the Dragon, births only increased to 36,700 in 2024, the third-lowest figure since 1961. The effectiveness of the HK$734 million handout is questionable, especially as historical data suggests a potential birth rate decrease in 2025 following the dragon year. Furthermore, declining marriage rates indicate that the slight increase in births may not be sustained, potentially worsening Hong Kong's already low fertility rate and serious population aging.
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Hong Kong's population has increased by 0.1% to over 7.53 million, marking the third consecutive year of growth, but underlying trends in births, deaths, and migration warrant attention. While this stabilization contrasts with population declines in Japan and mainland China, a closer look reveals potential challenges ahead, particularly concerning birth rates.
Despite government incentives like a HK$20,000 cash handout for newborns and the auspicious Year of the Dragon, births only increased to 36,700 in 2024, the third-lowest figure since 1961. The effectiveness of the HK$734 million handout is questionable, especially as historical data suggests a potential birth rate decrease in 2025 following the dragon year. Furthermore, declining marriage rates indicate that the slight increase in births may not be sustained, potentially worsening Hong Kong's already low fertility rate and serious population aging.
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Singapore tycoon Kwek’s son accuses father of being influenced by aide as family feud rages
Sherman Kwek, CEO of City Developments Limited (CDL) and son of Singapore's wealthiest real estate magnate, has denied his father's accusations of leading a boardroom coup. He stated that the primary cause of the family dispute is a key advisor to his father, billionaire Kwek Leng Beng, rather than an attempt to oust his father as chairman.
This denial escalates the public feud within the Kwek family, triggered by Kwek Leng Beng's lawsuit alleging corporate governance lapses and an attempted coup by his son and other directors. The dispute centers on the appointment of two directors without the standard nomination process. The ongoing conflict has created a crisis for CDL, leading to suspended shares and downgrades from financial institutions like JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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Sherman Kwek, CEO of City Developments Limited (CDL) and son of Singapore's wealthiest real estate magnate, has denied his father's accusations of leading a boardroom coup. He stated that the primary cause of the family dispute is a key advisor to his father, billionaire Kwek Leng Beng, rather than an attempt to oust his father as chairman.
This denial escalates the public feud within the Kwek family, triggered by Kwek Leng Beng's lawsuit alleging corporate governance lapses and an attempted coup by his son and other directors. The dispute centers on the appointment of two directors without the standard nomination process. The ongoing conflict has created a crisis for CDL, leading to suspended shares and downgrades from financial institutions like JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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China amends military regulations to emphasise the need for war readiness
中国修订了人民解放军条例，更加强调战备和海外任务的重要性。修订后的条例将于4月生效，明确“能打胜仗是军队的首要责任”，并指示解放军确立“以战备为根本重点”。
此次修订是北京在与美国和南海地缘政治紧张局势加剧的背景下，完善和加强其法律框架和法规的一部分。修订内容涵盖了解放军的内务、纪律和军事编制等广泛领域，也与习近平主席提出的解放军到2035年实现现代化、到2050年成为世界一流军队的目标相呼应。
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中国修订了人民解放军条例，更加强调战备和海外任务的重要性。修订后的条例将于4月生效，明确“能打胜仗是军队的首要责任”，并指示解放军确立“以战备为根本重点”。
此次修订是北京在与美国和南海地缘政治紧张局势加剧的背景下，完善和加强其法律框架和法规的一部分。修订内容涵盖了解放军的内务、纪律和军事编制等广泛领域，也与习近平主席提出的解放军到2035年实现现代化、到2050年成为世界一流军队的目标相呼应。
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This gold hotpot costs US$97,000, but does it make food taste better?
一位中国南方女性因发布自己用价值70万元人民币（约合9.7万美元）、重达1公斤的纯金火锅吃火锅的视频而震惊网络。 这位女士在深圳水贝（著名的黄金珠宝街）拥有两家黄金批发店，她表示这个金锅是一位朋友的工厂为客户定制的。
这位不愿透露姓名的女士告诉中国媒体Dute News，金锅的价值是根据最新的黄金价格加上加工费计算得出的。她说，她拍摄视频是为了在工厂交付之前展示这款独特的产品，并且得到了客户的许可。她还提到，这是她第一次听说有人用黄金制作火锅，他们通常接到的订单都是用贵金属制作珠宝。此外，她还接到另一位客户的订单，要求制作一个500克的金榴莲作为礼物。
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一位中国南方女性因发布自己用价值70万元人民币（约合9.7万美元）、重达1公斤的纯金火锅吃火锅的视频而震惊网络。 这位女士在深圳水贝（著名的黄金珠宝街）拥有两家黄金批发店，她表示这个金锅是一位朋友的工厂为客户定制的。
这位不愿透露姓名的女士告诉中国媒体Dute News，金锅的价值是根据最新的黄金价格加上加工费计算得出的。她说，她拍摄视频是为了在工厂交付之前展示这款独特的产品，并且得到了客户的许可。她还提到，这是她第一次听说有人用黄金制作火锅，他们通常接到的订单都是用贵金属制作珠宝。此外，她还接到另一位客户的订单，要求制作一个500克的金榴莲作为礼物。
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Hong Kong’s creative industries can give tourism sector a boost, experts say
Hong Kong lawmakers and industry insiders believe that developing the city's "soft power" will attract more visitors, suggesting that budget cuts to the tourism sector don't necessarily hinder industry growth. This perspective comes after the finance chief announced a 19.1% reduction in funding for the Tourism Board, bringing it down to HK$1.23 billion (US$157.7 million) due to an overall government deficit.
Despite the tourism budget decrease, funding for creative industries will increase by 25.3% to HK$1.22 billion, and the sports and recreation sector will more than double to HK$1.48 billion. Lawmaker Adrian Ho King-hong explained that this resource shift is essential given the government's limited financial reserves, arguing that the Tourism Board has historically received significant support while creative and cultural industries have been underfunded.
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Hong Kong lawmakers and industry insiders believe that developing the city's "soft power" will attract more visitors, suggesting that budget cuts to the tourism sector don't necessarily hinder industry growth. This perspective comes after the finance chief announced a 19.1% reduction in funding for the Tourism Board, bringing it down to HK$1.23 billion (US$157.7 million) due to an overall government deficit.
Despite the tourism budget decrease, funding for creative industries will increase by 25.3% to HK$1.22 billion, and the sports and recreation sector will more than double to HK$1.48 billion. Lawmaker Adrian Ho King-hong explained that this resource shift is essential given the government's limited financial reserves, arguing that the Tourism Board has historically received significant support while creative and cultural industries have been underfunded.
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Voice recordings spell more trouble for South Korea’s first lady
韩国第一夫人金建希正面临越来越多的法律风险，原因是公开的录音似乎证实了她干预国政和选举的指控。录音内容涉及她涉嫌参与执政党国民力量党2022年国会议员补选候选人的提名，以及她誓言要让韩国最大的报纸《朝鲜日报》停刊，原因是该报批评了总统尹锡悦。
这些爆炸性的爆料发生之际，尹锡悦本人正面临叛乱罪的审判，并等待宪法法院的弹劾判决。如果尹锡悦在刑事审判中被判有罪，他可能面临终身监禁甚至死刑。如果法院维持对他试图发动自我政变的弹劾，将在60天内举行新的总统选举。
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韩国第一夫人金建希正面临越来越多的法律风险，原因是公开的录音似乎证实了她干预国政和选举的指控。录音内容涉及她涉嫌参与执政党国民力量党2022年国会议员补选候选人的提名，以及她誓言要让韩国最大的报纸《朝鲜日报》停刊，原因是该报批评了总统尹锡悦。
这些爆炸性的爆料发生之际，尹锡悦本人正面临叛乱罪的审判，并等待宪法法院的弹劾判决。如果尹锡悦在刑事审判中被判有罪，他可能面临终身监禁甚至死刑。如果法院维持对他试图发动自我政变的弹劾，将在60天内举行新的总统选举。
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Soviet chess legend Boris Spassky, who lost ‘match of the century’, dies at 88
苏联国际象棋特级大师鲍里斯·斯帕斯基去世，享年88岁。俄罗斯国际象棋联合会周四宣布了这一消息，称他的去世是“国家的巨大损失”，并表示几代棋手都从他的比赛中学习。
斯帕斯基最令人难忘的是1972年与美国棋手鲍比·菲舍尔的对决，那场比赛被认为是冷战时期东西方对抗的象征。斯帕斯基一生经历丰富，曾在与当时最优秀棋手的顶级对决和一段时间的沉寂中交替。他于1937年出生于列宁格勒（现圣彼得堡），早年便展现出惊人的天赋，成为少年世界冠军，并在18岁时成为当时历史上最年轻的特级大师。
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苏联国际象棋特级大师鲍里斯·斯帕斯基去世，享年88岁。俄罗斯国际象棋联合会周四宣布了这一消息，称他的去世是“国家的巨大损失”，并表示几代棋手都从他的比赛中学习。
斯帕斯基最令人难忘的是1972年与美国棋手鲍比·菲舍尔的对决，那场比赛被认为是冷战时期东西方对抗的象征。斯帕斯基一生经历丰富，曾在与当时最优秀棋手的顶级对决和一段时间的沉寂中交替。他于1937年出生于列宁格勒（现圣彼得堡），早年便展现出惊人的天赋，成为少年世界冠军，并在18岁时成为当时历史上最年轻的特级大师。
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Hong Kong embraces RISC-V open-source chip design to secure spot in China semiconductors
Hong Kong is strategically investing in RISC-V open-source chip architecture to foster innovation and secure a position in China's semiconductor industry, particularly as US chip restrictions intensify. This initiative involves promoting research in AI and open-source technology, with a specific focus on RISC-V, as highlighted by Finance Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po in his recent budget address.
RISC-V, an open-source project for CPU design, offers a free and modifiable alternative to proprietary architectures like Intel's x86 and Arm. Originating from the University of California, Berkeley, and now managed by RISC-V International, it's gaining popularity, especially in mainland China, as a means to reduce reliance on foreign technology amid the US-China tech rivalry. Recent developments include the Chinese Academy of Sciences' upcoming RISC-V-based XiangShan CPU and its adaptation to support the DeepSeek-R1 large language model.
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Hong Kong is strategically investing in RISC-V open-source chip architecture to foster innovation and secure a position in China's semiconductor industry, particularly as US chip restrictions intensify. This initiative involves promoting research in AI and open-source technology, with a specific focus on RISC-V, as highlighted by Finance Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po in his recent budget address.
RISC-V, an open-source project for CPU design, offers a free and modifiable alternative to proprietary architectures like Intel's x86 and Arm. Originating from the University of California, Berkeley, and now managed by RISC-V International, it's gaining popularity, especially in mainland China, as a means to reduce reliance on foreign technology amid the US-China tech rivalry. Recent developments include the Chinese Academy of Sciences' upcoming RISC-V-based XiangShan CPU and its adaptation to support the DeepSeek-R1 large language model.
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Trump downplays ‘dictator’ jibe at Ukraine’s Zelensky: ‘I can’t believe I said that’
美国总统特朗普在乌克兰总统泽连斯基访美前夕，表达了对泽连斯基的尊重，并淡化了此前称其为“独裁者”的言论。特朗普表示，他期待与泽连斯基的会面，并认为两人将会相处融洽。此次表态与此前特朗普对乌克兰的批评态度有所不同。
长期以来，特朗普一直批评美国向乌克兰提供数十亿美元的军事和其他援助。但此次会面预计两国将签署一项关于矿业权的协议，该协议由特朗普推动，旨在作为华盛顿支持乌克兰的一种补偿，将使美国分享乌克兰的大部分矿产财富。特朗普也承认乌克兰在战争中表现出的勇敢。
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美国总统特朗普在乌克兰总统泽连斯基访美前夕，表达了对泽连斯基的尊重，并淡化了此前称其为“独裁者”的言论。特朗普表示，他期待与泽连斯基的会面，并认为两人将会相处融洽。此次表态与此前特朗普对乌克兰的批评态度有所不同。
长期以来，特朗普一直批评美国向乌克兰提供数十亿美元的军事和其他援助。但此次会面预计两国将签署一项关于矿业权的协议，该协议由特朗普推动，旨在作为华盛顿支持乌克兰的一种补偿，将使美国分享乌克兰的大部分矿产财富。特朗普也承认乌克兰在战争中表现出的勇敢。
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What Trump can – and cannot – do to make US manufacturing great again
Donald Trump's return to the White House signals a renewed push for protectionist trade policies, prioritizing domestic production through tariffs and other measures. This marks a significant departure from the US's long-standing embrace of globalization, with potential implications for international trade relations.
This shift is driven by a desire to create manufacturing jobs in the US and, more crucially, to counter China's growing dominance in strategic industries. Washington's experience with the "Made in China 2025" initiative has led to the belief that the US must compete directly with China in building and leading key technological sectors, rather than simply trying to contain its growth.
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Donald Trump's return to the White House signals a renewed push for protectionist trade policies, prioritizing domestic production through tariffs and other measures. This marks a significant departure from the US's long-standing embrace of globalization, with potential implications for international trade relations.
This shift is driven by a desire to create manufacturing jobs in the US and, more crucially, to counter China's growing dominance in strategic industries. Washington's experience with the "Made in China 2025" initiative has led to the belief that the US must compete directly with China in building and leading key technological sectors, rather than simply trying to contain its growth.
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To counter Trump threat, China can help North Korea denuclearise
Donald Trump is likely to employ a carrot-and-stick strategy with North Korea, similar to his approach in the Ukraine war, potentially pressuring Pyongyang through coercive leverage while pushing allies to bolster their defense capabilities. This strategy might involve expanding the THAAD anti-ballistic missile system in South Korea, redeploying tactical nuclear weapons, or encouraging Seoul and Tokyo to develop their own nuclear weapons programs.
Such actions could escalate regional tensions and negatively impact China's interests, potentially prompting Beijing to proactively counter Trump's strategy with its own plan for North Korean denuclearization. However, focusing solely on weapons development overlooks the core issue: North Korea's Juche ideology, which hinders economic reform and perpetuates disparities between the two Koreas, making lasting peace difficult to achieve.
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Donald Trump is likely to employ a carrot-and-stick strategy with North Korea, similar to his approach in the Ukraine war, potentially pressuring Pyongyang through coercive leverage while pushing allies to bolster their defense capabilities. This strategy might involve expanding the THAAD anti-ballistic missile system in South Korea, redeploying tactical nuclear weapons, or encouraging Seoul and Tokyo to develop their own nuclear weapons programs.
Such actions could escalate regional tensions and negatively impact China's interests, potentially prompting Beijing to proactively counter Trump's strategy with its own plan for North Korean denuclearization. However, focusing solely on weapons development overlooks the core issue: North Korea's Juche ideology, which hinders economic reform and perpetuates disparities between the two Koreas, making lasting peace difficult to achieve.
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Trump signals support for Britain’s plan to transfer control of strategic Chagos Islands
US President Donald Trump signaled his support for Britain's plan to transfer control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Trump indicated he would be "inclined to go along" with Britain's plan, expressing optimism that the situation would "work out very well." The Chagos Islands are a group of strategically vital islands in the Indian Ocean.
This support comes despite concerns from some Republicans and British allies who fear China's potential influence on the archipelago, particularly given Beijing's close relationship with Mauritius. The Chagos Islands were formerly part of Mauritius but remained under British control after Mauritius gained independence in 1968 and are home to a key US-British military facility.
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US President Donald Trump signaled his support for Britain's plan to transfer control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Trump indicated he would be "inclined to go along" with Britain's plan, expressing optimism that the situation would "work out very well." The Chagos Islands are a group of strategically vital islands in the Indian Ocean.
This support comes despite concerns from some Republicans and British allies who fear China's potential influence on the archipelago, particularly given Beijing's close relationship with Mauritius. The Chagos Islands were formerly part of Mauritius but remained under British control after Mauritius gained independence in 1968 and are home to a key US-British military facility.
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Mount Vesuvius eruption turned man’s brain into glass. Here’s how it happened
科学家在一具死于公元79年维苏威火山爆发的男性遗骸头骨中发现了类似黑曜石的黑色碎片，证实火山爆发将他的大脑变成了玻璃。这是有记录以来唯一一例此类现象，研究人员目前已经揭示了其发生的原因和方式。
研究表明，火山爆发时，那不勒斯湾城市赫库兰尼姆被一股灼热的火山灰云吞没，导致受害者的脑组织快速暴露在至少510摄氏度的高温下，随后迅速冷却，从而发生了玻璃化现象。这种玻璃化过程完整地保存了大脑的生物材料及其微观结构，为研究古代火山爆发的影响提供了独特的视角。
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科学家在一具死于公元79年维苏威火山爆发的男性遗骸头骨中发现了类似黑曜石的黑色碎片，证实火山爆发将他的大脑变成了玻璃。这是有记录以来唯一一例此类现象，研究人员目前已经揭示了其发生的原因和方式。
研究表明，火山爆发时，那不勒斯湾城市赫库兰尼姆被一股灼热的火山灰云吞没，导致受害者的脑组织快速暴露在至少510摄氏度的高温下，随后迅速冷却，从而发生了玻璃化现象。这种玻璃化过程完整地保存了大脑的生物材料及其微观结构，为研究古代火山爆发的影响提供了独特的视角。
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