Exclusive: Trump launched CIA covert influence operation against China: Two years into office, President Donald Trump authorized the Central Intelligence Agency ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Launched Covert CIA Influence Operation Against China
- President Trump authorized a clandestine CIA campaign against China in 2019 to influence public opinion against the government.
- The operation aimed to foment paranoia among Chinese leaders and was in response to China's aggressive efforts to increase global influence.
- The CIA used false identities to spread negative narratives about the Chinese government and criticized the Belt and Road Initiative funding infrastructure projects in the developing world.
- The operation poses risks of escalating tensions with China, potentially undermining U.S. credibility, while China could exploit evidence of U.S. influence operations to criticize Western interference.
'Overplayed' Shoriful at risk of breaking down?: When the Bangladesh team began their two-day training ahead of the first Test in Sylhet ...
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China’s Hainan gears up for Boao Forum for Asia 2024: BOAO, MARCH 26, ARMENPRESS. The Boao Forum for Asia (BFA), held annually in the Chinese resort town of Boao ...
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Letters: Blackhawks’ handling of abuse claims is shameful: I challenge the Blackhawks to show us how they've changed and that they want to be a leader on ...
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Experts say Chiefs, Royals CBAs leave much to be desired: ‘More like a press release’
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Giants cut ties with J.D. Davis, pocket millions thanks to CBA wrinkle: The San Francisco Giants have released J.D. Davis, last year’s starting third baseman ...
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The Royals pledged a robust stadium community benefits agreement. But where is it?
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[Who's your bowler]Sachin Tendulkar challenges locals in Kashmir in a heartwarming game of cricket amidst the stunning ... Show more
When the new look Gilas Pilipinas tests its mettle on Thursday, the Nationals understand how big of a first step they will be taking against a lower-ranked ... Show more
EXCLUSIVE: AI takes priority at TikTok owner ByteDance, as Sora disrupts the future of video creation
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Quick Glance: Singapore Invests Heavily in AI to Safeguard Workforce
- Singapore has launched extensive programs to strengthen its workforce for the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and allocate up to $500 million for advanced computer chips to secure the infrastructure needed for AI innovations.
- At least $27 million will be invested in building expertise in AI by offering 100 AI scholarships for Singaporean students and attracting global experts to collaborate with Singapore.
- Singapore plans to invest $1 billion in AI over the next five years to expand AI talent here, including awarding five AI visiting professorships to drive research and provide training opportunities for local students.
England cricket team meet with Dalai Lama ahead of Dharamshala clash: England cricket team players met with Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama ...
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Former national captain Lipu named chief selector: Former Bangladesh captain Gazi Ashraf Hossain Lipu was named chief selector by Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) ...
thedailystar.net/sports/cricket/news/former-bcb-director-lipu-named-chief-selector-3542151
If the KC Royals copy this city’s example, count me in on a new downtown-area stadium | Opinion
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Russian figure skater Valieva banned for doping, ROC loses Olympic gold -CAS
reuters.com/sports/russian-figure-skater-valieva-banned-doping-roc-loses-olympic-gold-cas-2024-01-29/
Quick Glance: US to Receive Gold Medals After Valieva's Olympic Disqualification
- The U.S. Olympic figure skating team will receive gold medals following Russian skater Kamila Valieva's disqualification for doping at the 2022 Winter Games in Beijing.
- The IOC will award the U.S. the gold for the team competition, which was thrown into turmoil after Valieva’s positive test from six weeks before the competition was revealed.
- The USOPC received an email from the IOC stating that the medals will be awarded according to the ranking established by the International Skating Union.
- The Americans who will receive the gold medals are Evan Bates, Karen Chen, Nathan Chen, Madison Chock, Zachary Donohue, Brandon Frazier, Madison Hubbell, Alexa Knierim, and Vincent Zhou.
Dalai Lama meets members of England team ahead of 5th Test in Dharamsala: Few members of the England Team paid a visit to the Dalai Lama in Dharamsala
firstpost.com/firstcricket/sports-news/india-england-test-dalai-lama-tibet-13745848.html
Malaysia fail to defend ATC title, fall 0-3 to China in final: SHAH ALAM: Malaysia could not defend the men's team title in the Asia Team Championships ...
thestar.com.my/sport/badminton/2024/02/18/malaysia-fail-to-defend-atc-title-fall-0-3-to-china-in-final
2 Chinese Nationals Face 20 Years for Counterfeit iPhone Repair Scheme: Two men based in Maryland received the counterfeit iPhones from Hong Kong and tried to ...
pcmag.com/news/2-chinese-nationals-face-20-years-for-counterfeit-iphone-repair-scheme
Watch: Sachin Tendulkar plays road cricket in Kashmir during vacation: He looked comfortable at the crease.
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DC federal jury convicts 2 Chinese nationals of duping Apple out of over $3 million with fake iPhones
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Beijing’s mind game equivalent to sledging in cricket: Jaishankar: “I think arriving at equilibrium, then maintaining those and refreshing those is going to be ...
indianexpress.com/article/india/beijings-mind-game-equivalent-to-sledging-in-cricket-jaishankar-9177972/
Hathurusingha meets new chief selector: Bangladesh national team head coach Chandika Hathurusingha, who arrived in the country on Thursday ...
thedailystar.net/sports/cricket/news/hathurusingha-meets-new-chief-selector-3551041
Here's what happened when cricket legend #SachinTendulkar visited a bat manufacturing unit in Kashmir's Pulwama district
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Funds aplenty for Paris Olympics-bound PH athletes: MANILA, Philippines–Team Philippines will be armed with a war chest of P52 million covering the training ...
sports.inquirer.net/551593/funds-aplenty-for-paris-olympics-bound-ph-athletes
Behind the unprecedented rise in young impact players in baseball: Cutting-edge data and training, the 2022 CBA and the trend towards tanking and rebuilding have ...
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Space Force rolling out dedicated 'combat squadrons' to prepare for growing threats
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What Happens to DC Chinatown With an Empty Capital One Arena: DC’s historic Chinese neighborhood saw dramatic change after the Washington Wizards and Capitals ...
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Wilson Racket Maker Rises Up to 6% After $1.37 Billion IPO: Amer Sports Inc. stock rose as much as 6.2% above its US initial public offering price after its ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-02-01/wilson-racket-maker-rises-up-to-6-after-1-37-billion-ipo
KKR raises record $6.4bn for Asia fund in infrastructure rush: US private equity group’s bet follows other firms’ moves into sector but largely avoids deals in ...
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Tiktok's ByteDance CEO Sounds Alarm Amid Rising Competition, AI Tech: ByteDance's CEO warns against mediocrity as the company lags in AI race ...
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China, Indonesia sending weakened teams for Asia meet but Rexy remains cautious: PETALING JAYA: Badminton powerhouses China and Indonesia will field a modest ...
thestar.com.my/sport/badminton/2024/02/02/china-indonesia-sending-weakened-teams-for-asia-meet-but-rexy-remains-cautious
'The Tiger’s Apprentice' Review — An Adventure-Filled Mythological Treat
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Chinese Firms Gain Ground on Global Giants: In late 2023, global giants Apple and Tesla faced a market shift due to growing competition from Chinese companies.
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14 Chinese nationals among 17 held for running an online gambling syndicate: KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- The Immigration Department busted an online ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/01/17/14-chinese-nationals-among-17-held-for-running-an-online-gambling-syndicate
Prannoy digs deep to beat Wang, Satwik-Chirag cruise: The world no 9 staged a come-from-behind victory to beat the Chinese Taipei shuttler 21-11, 17-21 ...
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Alibaba and Tencent Lead Massive Investment Cutbacks Among Chinese Tech Giants - Alibaba Gr Holding (NYSE
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The ECB is likely to cut interest rates in the summer, President Christine Lagarde says in Davos. bloom.bg/4b2iQPC
Individual errors cost Speedy Tigers dearly in opening match: PETALING JAYA: Old habits die hard as individual errors cost Malaysia the chance to win the opening ...
thestar.com.my/sport/hockey/2024/01/17/individual-errors-cost-speedy-tigers-dearly-in-opening-match
Shocked Antonsen savours biggest moment of his life: KUALA LUMPUR: Shuttler Anders Antonsen of Denmark was left in dreamland after winning the Malaysian Open ...
thestar.com.my/sport/badminton/2024/01/15/shocked-antonsen-savours-biggest-moment-of-his-life
Fallen Angels: The Unsung Masterpiece of Wong Kar-wai: While Chungking Express (1994) and In the Mood for Love (2000) are considered Wong Kar-wai's ...
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Malaysian shuttlers need to pull out all stops to regain pride: KUALA LUMPUR: There are no home shuttlers in the semi-finals of the Malaysian Open for the second ...
thestar.com.my/sport/badminton/2024/01/15/malaysian-shuttlers-need-to-pull-out-all-stops-to-regain-pride
EQT, KKR Are Said Among Suitors for $5 Billion Broadcom Asset: EQT AB and KKR & Co. are among private equity firms interested in acquiring a software ...
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PEX: Private Equity ETF, Small And Illiquid: PEX is a private equity ETF that provides portfolio diversification and a high yield. Click here to see why the Fund ...
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South Koreans flock to see beloved panda cub ahead of its expected return to China next year
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India's 2023 in Review: Cricket World Cup, Adani's Comeback, Apple's Big Bet
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Giants offered Shohei Ohtani same $700M deferred deal Dodgers did: The San Francisco Giants offered Shohei Ohtani the same $700 million deal he accepted from the ...
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Quick Glance: Ohtani Defers $68 Million per Year: Reports
- Ohtani's 10-year deal includes unprecedented deferrals to support the Dodgers financially.
- Ohtani will defer almost all of his salary except for $2 million per year to ease the Dodgers' finances.
- The deferrals were suggested by Ohtani himself, increasing the contract to $700 million.
- The average annual value of the contract for CBT purposes is approximately $46 million.
US-China military talks: Top officials speak after year-long halt : General Charles "CQ" Brown, a top US military officer, had a conversation with ...
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Memoir: A Kashmiri Pandit writer on fleeing Srinagar amidst riots and spending his youth in exile
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Controversial Taiwanese pitcher dies suddenly in China at age 43: Chang Chih-chia starred in Japan, played for national team in Olympics
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Quick Glance: Remembering Former Taiwanese Baseball Star Chang Chih-chia
- Chang Chih-chia, a former star in Taiwanese baseball and an all-star in Japan with the Seibu Lions, has passed away in China.
- After his outstanding performance at the 2001 Baseball World Cup, he rose to fame as one of the best pitchers in Taiwan's baseball history at the age of 21.
- His exceptional performance at the World Cup was seen as a saving grace, as Taiwan's Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL) was still reeling from a massive game-fixing scandal in the late 1990s.
- During his time with the Lions from 2002 to 2004, Chang had a record of 26-19, 352 strikeouts, and a 3.81 ERA.
Live from Dubai: #VantageAtCOP28 With Palki S Upadhyay | Episode 221
In this Episode:
-Climate Change Reduces Global GDP
-"De-Risking" Hurts China
-Sri ... Show more
‘Batkid’ is cancer free 10 years after ‘saving’ San Francisco in viral moment: When Miles Scott was just 5 years old, he transformed into “Batkid” and saved the ...
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Former U-19 Cricketer Posing As IPL Player, IPS Officer Arrested For Duping Taj Hotel Of Rs 5.5 Lakhs
indiatimes.com/news/india/u-19-cricketer-posing-as-ipl-player-arrested-for-duping-taj-hotel-of-rs-55-lakhs-624346.html
‘My dad can’t be found’: China columbarium loses ashes of dead man, offers replacement remains, causes grieving wife heart attack, daughter insomnia
scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3244355/my-dad-cant-be-found-china-columbarium-loses-ashes-dead-man-offers-replacement-remains-causes
IND vs SA: After maiden ODI century, Sanju Samson says last 3-4 months were ‘mentally challenging’
indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/ind-vs-sa-sanju-samson-maiden-odi-century-team-india-vs-south-africa-9078608/
Toyota recalls nearly 100,000 vehicles in Canada for potential airbag problem: Toyota said Wednesday it is recalling 1 million cars — with nearly 100 ...
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Quick Glance: Toyota recalls 1.12 million vehicles due to airbag concerns
- Toyota announces global recall of 1.12 million vehicles due to airbag issues.
- Recall covers vehicles from 2020 to 2022, including various Avalon, Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Lexus ES250, ES300H, ES350, RX350 Highlander, and Sienna Hybrid models, potentially affecting the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensors.
- Short circuit in the sensors could lead to airbags not deploying correctly.
- Sensors ensure airbags do not deploy if a small adult or child is on the front seat.
Michael Kovrig denies his Chinese detention was due to alleged ‘espionage’: The comments were made in response to a recent report that claimed Michael Spavor ...
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Crackdown Fears: The Bloomberg Open, Americas Edition: Good morning. China’s new online gaming curbs rekindle crackdown fears. We look at 2023’s biggest winners ...
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Memoir: A Kashmiri Pandit writer on fleeing Srinagar amidst riots and spending his youth in exile
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Indian police in occupied Kashmir have arrested seven university students under tough anti-terrorism laws for alleged intimidation and “anti-India ... Show more
[PHOTO-Something borrowed, something blue] Baseball player Liu Cheng-yu (劉承佑) from the New Taipei Blue team points to his sneaker at Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium ... Show more
India contributes over 16% to global growth, IMF report reveals strong economic performance
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Woman takes sweet revenge on office, quits toxic job and then changes all employees’ passwords
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Teachers in UK don’t have to address students by their preferred pronouns under new guidance
wionews.com/world/teachers-in-uk-dont-have-to-address-students-by-their-preferred-pronouns-under-new-guidance-671434
SRH IPL Auction 2024 LIVE: SunRisers Hyderabad captain, batsmen, bowlers, keepers, remaining purse, squad
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Chinese drug hailed as ‘breakthrough therapy’ shows promising results against lung cancer: Report
wionews.com/science/chinese-drug-hailed-as-breakthrough-therapy-shows-promising-results-against-lung-cancer-report-671068
Hong Kong’s year of protest now feels like a mirage: A new book follows four pro-democracy activists, none of whom find a happy ending
economist.com/culture/2023/11/02/hong-kongs-year-of-protest-now-feels-like-a-mirage
Quick Glance: Hong Kong's Protest Year: Illusion or Reality?
- "Among the Braves" by Shibani Mahtani and Timothy McLaughlin follows the stories of four pro-democracy activists.
- It explores the rise and fall of the protest movement in Hong Kong, from widespread support to recrimination and defeat.
- Over 1 million Hong Kongers took to the streets to defend their freedom before the Yuen Long attack.
- China's Communist Party exploited the pandemic to impose a draconian national security law, extinguishing Hong Kongers' dreams of democracy.
Japan edge Taiwan 1-0 for Asia title: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
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'Shaping really well': BBL's Sixers sign Mitchell Starc to new marquee list
theroar.com.au/2023/12/05/shaping-really-well-bbls-sixers-sign-mitchell-starc-to-new-marquee-list/
China honors American veterans of World War II known as Flying Tigers in an effort to improve ties
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Quick Glance: China's Unsolvable Economy
- An increasingly autocratic government is making poor decisions.
- What went wrong?
- After rejoining the world economy in 1978, China became the most remarkable growth story in history.
- China's economy is now about three-quarters the size of America's, despite producing only a tenth in 1980.
How geopolitics caught up with Canada: Canada once saw itself as nearly immune from the world's problems but is now immersed in standoffs with India and China ...
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Quick Glance: Latifah Abdu Added to Canada Roster for Soccer Friendlies Against Australia
- 22-year-old Abdu attends her first senior camp.
- Coach Bev Priestman calls up forward Latifah Abdu to replace the injured Evelyne Viens for Canada’s upcoming friendlies against Australia.
- Abdu has not featured for Canada since her time with the under-17 team.
- The 35-year-old player from Abbotsford, B.C., has won 224 caps for Canada and plays for the Houston Dash in the NWSL.
Emily Ratajkowskis new photoshoot is all things sensuous: Emily Ratajkowskis new photoshoot is all things sensuous
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'How Is This Terrorism?': Families of Students Held for 'Pro-Pak' Slogans After India's WC Loss
thewire.in/rights/kashmir-students-arrested-uapa-pakistan-india-cricket
Kantara 2 First Look: Rishab Shettys captivating look will surely pique your curiosity
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FINAL: Gilas Pilipinas survives Iran, 84-83. The Nationals are advancing to the #AsianGames semifinal, where it will likely face host China ... Show more
'Fear and paranoia': Indian cops arrest students for celebrating Australia's CWC win, citing anti-terrorism laws
theroar.com.au/2023/11/29/fear-and-paranoia-indian-cops-arrest-students-for-celebrating-australias-cwc-win-citing-anti-terrorism-laws/
#LankanPrezOnFirstpost : As Sri Lanka continues to grapple with an economic crisis, several countries have come to Colombo's aid.
Who is Sri Lanka's biggest bilateral ... Show more
‘AI will not take your job. Somebody who knows to use AI will’: ‘AI will not take your job. Somebody who knows to use AI will’
deccanherald.com/business/ai-will-not-take-your-job-somebody-who-knows-to-use-ai-will-2786901
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