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China: Economy outperforms first quarter forecasts: Strong performance in the manufacturing sector as well as new infrastructure projects helped China's ...
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The weight loss drug Ozempic is not linked to suicidal thoughts, regulators say: The European Medicines Agency announced the findings of its nine-month review
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China will remain the world's No. 1 growth driver, says the Asian Development Bank
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Quick Glance: ADB Forecasts Developing Asia Growth at 4.9% in 2024, Risks Persist
- ADB raised its growth forecast for Developing Asia to 4.9% in 2024, highlighting ongoing challenges like escalating geopolitical tensions.
- China remains a concern for regional growth due to a prolonged property crisis and other issues.
- The ADB predicts regional inflation to decrease to 3.0% by 2025.
- Detailed GDP growth and inflation forecasts for various Asian countries were also provided.
Broadband ‘nutrition labels’ are now mandatory: Internet companies are required to display labels featuring prices, introductory rates and broadband speeds
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Quick Glance: Broadband customers receive detailed price and performance information
- Starting today, the transparency of broadband services for internet users is being enhanced.
- The Federal Communications Commission has mandated that broadband providers must display all details regarding the pricing and performance of their services in clear labels.
- These labels provide clear and easily understandable information about price, speed, data allowances, and other aspects of high-speed internet service.
- The Affordable Connectivity Program has already enrolled over 23 million households across all 50 states, territories, and federally recognized tribal lands.
Don't treat watches like stocks, Rolex's CEO says: The iconic brand just unveiled new models and discontinued one at the Watches and Wonders trade show in Geneva
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The strong US economy is being driven by millions of baby boomers: Instead of a recession, the US economy has seen resilient job gains with growth trending at ...
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Google Workers Protest Cloud Contract With Israel's Government: Google employees are staging sit-ins and protests at company offices in New York and California ...
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Quick Glance: Google Workers Protest Cloud Contract with Israel's Government
- Google employees stage protests against the 'Project Nimbus' cloud contract with Israel's government amid the conflict with Hamas.
- Protests involve office occupations in New York and California, accompanied by outdoor demonstrations at multiple locations.
- Activists demand the immediate cancellation of the project, which includes providing direct services to the Israeli Defense Forces.
- Resistance against corporate involvement in military projects is not new at Google, and the protests continue.
US to grow at double the rate of G7 peers this year, says IMF: Fund also upgrades inflation forecasts as strong demand and tight labour market delay possible Fed ...
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Quick Glance: IMF upgrades global growth forecast despite risks
- The International Monetary Fund slightly raised its global growth forecast on Tuesday, noting that the economy had proven 'surprisingly resilient' despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.
- IMF's chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, indicated that the global economy is heading for a 'soft landing,' with risks to the outlook now broadly balanced.
- While advanced economies are expected to lead the growth, dim prospects in China and other major emerging markets could impact global trade partners, according to the report.
- Despite Tuesday's brighter outlook, global growth remains low compared to historical standards, partly due to weak productivity growth and increasing geopolitical fragmentation.
Brazil seeks to weaken fiscal targets it set only a year ago: Leftist administration of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wants greater flexibility on budget surplus ...
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Quick Glance: Brazil Moves to Relax Fiscal Targets Set a Year Ago
- The leftist administration of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wants more flexibility on budget surplus goals
- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s government is seeking to loosen its own budget targets as investor concerns rise about the risk of fiscal slippage in Latin America’s largest economy
- Ministers intend to balance the budget next year, replacing the previous goal for income to exceed outgoings by 0.5 per cent of gross domestic product
- Analysts warn that the current deficit targets are unrealistic and likely to be tweaked, prompting investors to express concerns about Brazil’s economic approach under Lula
Jay Powell says US inflation ‘taking longer than expected’ to hit target: Comments from Federal Reserve chair come amid mounting doubts about pace of interest ...
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Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
Elon Musk is feuding with Brazil’s powerful Supreme Court: The court has become the de facto regulator of social media in the country
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- Serial entrepreneur Elon Musk has been publicly criticizing Alexandre de Moraes, one of Brazil's Supreme Court judges, for the past week.
- The dispute revolves around X, a social media company owned by Mr. Musk, which announced on April 6th that a Brazilian court had ordered it to block a set of 'popular' accounts or face hefty fines.
- Mr. Moraes then initiated an inquiry against Mr. Musk for obstruction of justice, leading Mr. Musk to claim that censorship in Brazil is worse than in any other country where the platform operates.
- The row highlights the power of Brazil's Supreme Court and the debate on regulating social media without harming freedom of speech, which is a crucial battleground in Brazil.
So much for free speech on X; Musk confirms new users must soon pay to post: The fee, likely $1, is aimed at stopping “relentless” bots, Musk said.
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Quick Glance: Musk Plans Fee for New X Users
- Elon Musk intends to charge new users of X in the initial months to curb the activity of automated bot accounts.
- The fee is set to be waived after three months to allow free posting.
- Tests in New Zealand and the Philippines raised skepticism about the effectiveness of the fee as a countermeasure against bots.
- Declining revenues at X post-rebranding and Twitter acquisition, along with a negative brand perception by companies, are impacting the service's business.
Bethesda Has Revealed Fallout TV Characters' Stats: Want to know Lucy’s Charisma level or how strong The Ghoul is? Well, Fallout Shelter has that info
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Quick Glance: Fallout: London Mod Delayed by Fallout 4 Next-Gen Update
- Fallout: London, an ambitious project, is delayed due to Fallout 4's upcoming Next-Gen update.
- Bethesda RPG updates often disrupt mods, posing challenges for modders.
- Size and hosting issues led to delays, but GOG offers a solution.
- Despite setbacks, there are positive prospects for technical enhancements and performance upgrades.
‘Superman’ Finds Jonathan Kent in Pruitt Taylor Vince | Exclusive: James Gunn's "Superman" has found its Jonathan Kent in actor Pruitt Taylor Vince ...
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Quick Glance: ‘Superman’ Casts Jonathan Kent with Pruitt Taylor Vince | Exclusive
- Pruitt Taylor Vince has been exclusively cast as Jonathan Kent aka Pa Kent in James Gunn's film "Superman."
- The film is part of the DC Universe's reboot and is currently in production.
- The cast of "Superman" includes Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, David Corenswet as the new Man of Steel, as well as other well-known actors like Rachel Brosnahan, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, María Gabriela de Faría, Anthony Carrigan, Skyler Gisondo, and Sara Sampaio.
- Pruitt Taylor Vince can also be seen in the Apple TV+ series "Lady in the Lake" and has appeared in various television and film projects such as "Stranger Things," "Birdbox," and "The Life and Death of John Gotti."
Tesla to cut 14,000 jobs as Elon Musk aims to make carmaker ‘lean and hungry’: Billionaire says ‘there is nothing I hate more’ than cutting staff as more than ...
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Quick Glance: Tesla to Cut 14,000 Jobs, Elon Musk Aims for Lean Brand
- Tesla is laying off more than 10% of its global workforce, equivalent to at least 14,000 roles, in response to slowing demand and price pressure.
- Elon Musk announced the 'difficult decision' in a memo, mentioning that Tesla had experienced role and function duplications in certain areas due to rapid growth in recent years.
- The job cuts follow a difficult start to the year for the electric carmaker, citing production problems caused by unforeseen factors and a decline in global demand.
- Tesla recorded a gross profit margin of 17.6% in the fourth quarter, the lowest in over four years, attributed to repeated price cuts and increased competition in China.
Beijing half marathon: Organisers investigating controversial finish: Organisers of the Beijing half marathon will investigate allegations that three African ...
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Quick Glance: Beijing Half Marathon under Controversy Investigation
- Organisers are probing the Beijing half marathon following claims that three African athletes purposefully slowed down to let China's He Jie cross the finish line first.
- He completed the race in 1 hour, 3 minutes, and 44 seconds, surpassing Kenya's Robert Keter and Willy Mnangat, and Ethiopia's Dejene Hailu, who all tied for second, a second behind the leader.
- While an investigation is ongoing, none of the involved runners have issued a statement regarding the incident, although users on the Chinese social media platform Weibo have discussed the race and criticized the conclusion.
- The Beijing Sports Bureau, responsible for sports in the city, stated that an investigation is in progress and the results will be disclosed once available.
University of Southern California cancels Muslim valedictorian's speech, citing security concerns
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Tesla: job cuts at e-car company - Welcome to reality, Elon Musk!: Tesla is facing a huge wave of redundancies. This is bad news for the employees ...
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Quick Glance: Tesla: Layoffs and Elon Musk's Reality Check
- Tesla is planning a major layoff to prepare for the future.
- Elon Musk's grasp on reality is questioned as Tesla performs mediocre in the automotive industry.
- Tesla experiences a decline in revenue margin compared to other automakers.
- The success of Tesla's future depends on the implementation of autonomous driving technology.
Courtney Love thinks Taylor Swift is ‘not important’ and has some thoughts about Beyoncé, Lana Del Rey and Madonna, too
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Quick Glance: Rock Icon Criticizes Taylor Swift: 'Not Important'
- Outspoken rock legend Courtney Love criticized Lana Del Rey, Madonna, and Taylor Swift in a new interview, stating that the latter is 'not important.'
- Love expressed negative views on Taylor Swift, calling her 'not important' and uninteresting as an artist, despite potentially being a safe space for girls.
- She also mentioned her ongoing feud with Madonna, dating back to their awkward encounter on MTV in 1995.
- Furthermore, Love harshly criticized Lana Del Rey, suggesting she delay the release of her upcoming album 'Lasso' until 2031 due to perceived overexposure.
China's Q1 GDP growth surpassed expectations, data shows: China's economy grew faster than it was forecast in the first quarter, data released on Tuesday ...
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Quick Glance: China's Economic Growth Surpasses Expectations at 5.3%
- China's gross domestic product increased 5.3% in the first quarter, outperforming expectations as Beijing aims for a manufacturing-led revival.
- The strong first-quarter growth rate followed mixed economic data in recent weeks.
- Industrial production rose 6.1% in the first quarter, while industrial producer prices fell 2.7% due to deflationary pressures.
- China's CSI 300 index dropped 1% on Tuesday, and other Asian markets declined following strong US retail sales data, impacting the likelihood of imminent interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.
YouTube is making a bigger effort to go after third-party apps that block its ads
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Flydubai suspends all flights departing from Dubai due to bad weather: Flydubai said on Tuesday it temporally suspended all of its flights departing from Dubai ...
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Pamela Anderson to Star Opposite Liam Neeson in ‘Naked Gun’ Remake: The Naked Gun remake has added Pamela Anderson to a cast that also includes Liam Neeson ...
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Quick Glance: New Cast for 'Naked Gun' Reboot
- Pamela Anderson will be seen alongside Liam Neeson in the upcoming Naked Gun reboot, set for release in July 2025.
- Directed by Akiva Schaffer, the modern interpretation of the classic comedy franchise will promise laughs for new audiences.
- Details about Anderson's character in the film are being kept under wraps, creating anticipation among fans for the return of the beloved series.
- The original Naked Gun hit theaters in 1988 and was successful enough to inspire two sequels. The reboot aims to bring the series' distinctive humor to modern viewers.
‘Inside Out 2’ – Story, Heart, Humor (Go Behind-the-Scenes of the Film): Get a sneak peek into Pixar's Inside Out 2. Learn about the new emotions and their ...
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Quick Glance: Meet the Big Bad of Inside Out 2: Maya Hawke's Anxiety
- The big bad of Pixar's Inside Out 2 was revealed, with Maya Hawke portraying Anxiety as the villain in Riley's upcoming story.
- Director Kelsey Mann confirmed Anxiety's early inclusion as the antagonist, highlighting the film's departure from the first movie's lack of a clear villain.
- Insights into Maya Hawke's casting process, the visual development of Anxiety, and the innovative camera techniques used in the film were shared during the press tour at Pixar Animation Studios.
- Detailed discussions on Anxiety's design and behavior, along with Maya Hawke's exceptional performance, indicate that Inside Out 2 promises to deliver emotional impact akin to its predecessor.
Confirmed: Stuff’s new 6pm bulletin to run on Three from July 6: The print news giant has beaten out NZME to create a 6pm bulletin to replace Newshub at Three ...
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Adobe might partner with OpenAI to offer AI video generation: The company told Reuters it would offer third party tools from OpenAI and other AI startups on ...
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Trump Media announced a live TV streaming platform — and the stock tumbled 14%: Truth Social will offer content "that has been canceled, is at risk of ...
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Quick Glance: The Truth About Truth Social: An Overview
- Thanks to the backing of Trump supporters, Truth Social has reached a billion-dollar valuation, boosting the stock price.
- However, it is a disastrous business.
- Revenue in 2023 amounted to less than $4 million.
- Losses totaled $58 million.
Biden administration announces strategy to combat future pandemics with 50 country partnership
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Quick Glance: Biden admin partners with 50 nations to prevent future pandemics
- President Joe Biden's administration will assist 50 countries in identifying and responding to infectious diseases to prevent future pandemics like Covid-19.
- The U.S. will collaborate with countries to enhance testing, surveillance, communication, and preparedness for outbreaks.
- The announcement addresses the challenge of achieving a global agreement on responses to future pandemics.
- The U.S. government will involve multiple agencies to aid countries in refining their infectious disease response.
US consumers sue to stop Alaska Air, Hawaiian Airlines merger: Alaska Air has been hit with a U.S. consumer lawsuit alleging that the carrier’s proposed $1 ...
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Quick Glance: US consumers file lawsuit to halt Alaska Air and Hawaiian Airlines merger
- A group of eight airline passengers from Hawaii, California, and other states filed a lawsuit against Alaska Air to halt the proposed $1.9 billion acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines.
- The passengers claim that the merger will result in higher prices, job layoffs, and fewer flights, violating antitrust laws.
- The Justice Department is reviewing the merger, with the airlines cooperating and expecting to continue doing so.
- In other similar cases, the Justice Department and American Airlines have already taken legal actions to block or reverse mergers in the aviation sector.
Fire engulfs iconic stock exchange building in Denmark’s Copenhagen: A blaze at Copenhagen’s former stock exchange toppled the historic building’s spire which ...
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Quick Glance: Devastating Fire Strikes Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange
- A blaze engulfed Copenhagen’s historic former stock exchange in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, with the spire being consumed by flames and collapsing.
- The fire spread across multiple floors of the monument, leading to the collapse of its roof, as reported by local fire department chief Jakob Vedsted Andersen.
- The tower, standing at 184 feet, featured a distinctive design resembling four intertwined dragons’ tails, symbolizing protection against enemies and fire, as indicated by tourism websites.
- Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen referred to the incident as Denmark’s unique moment akin to Notre Dame, alluding to the 2019 fire in the roof of the Parisian landmark.
Apple loses smartphone crown to Samsung as Chinese rivals gain ground: iPhone sales fall 10 per cent in first quarter of 2024 while groups including Xiaomi and ...
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Quick Glance: Samsung Takes Smartphone Crown from Apple
- Apple loses top position in the global smartphone market to Samsung as Chinese competitors gain traction.
- Samsung regains its status as the world's largest smartphone manufacturer in the first quarter of 2024, just three months after Apple claimed the top spot.
- The market's strongest growth comes from two Chinese manufacturers, while Apple continues to face challenges in the world's largest smartphone market.
- Despite an overall increase in global smartphone shipments, Apple experiences a decline in iPhone sales in China and misses out on much of the broader industry recovery.
Apple wants to spend more on suppliers in Vietnam, state media says: Apple Inc wants to boost its investment in Vietnam, state media quoted the U.S ...
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Morgan Stanley profit beats estimates with higher investment banking, wealth revenue
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New wind installations hit a record last year, report says: The global wind industry installed a record 117 gigawatts (GW) of new capacity last year but needs to ...
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Microsoft to invest $1.5 bln in Emirati AI firm G42, takes minority stake: Microsoft will invest $1.5 billion in United Arab Emirates-based artificial ...
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Quick Glance: Microsoft to Invest $1.5 Billion in Emirati AI Firm G42 for Minority Stake
- Microsoft is investing $1.5 billion in the United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence firm G42 to acquire a minority stake and a board seat.
- The partnership aims to deepen ties between the USA and the UAE amid the global battle for tech dominance.
- The deal includes G42 using Microsoft cloud services to run its AI applications.
- G42 and Microsoft plan to jointly bring advanced AI and digital infrastructure to countries in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa.
‘Husband kidnaps kids & travels to home country’: KUWAIT CITY, April 16: An expatriate woman, born in 1986, has accused her husband of kidnapping her children ...
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US to award Samsung $6.4 bln in grants for Texas chip production complex: The Biden administration will award up to $6.4 billion in grants to South Korea's ...
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Bootmaker Dr Martens names new CEO, flags tough year on weak demand
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Quick Glance: Dr. Martens: Issues with Chinese Competition
- Weak demand and cheap Chinese competitors impact Dr. Martens.
- Gloomy outlook for 2025 due to weak US demand.
- Lawsuit against Chinese providers Temu and Shein for trademark violations.
- Fashion industry under severe pressure from Chinese competition.
Africa Live: Women accused of booing Zimbabwe first lady freed - BBC News: Auxillia Mnangagwa orders for the withdrawal of the charges, saying the officers who ...
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The shadow of war darkens on the global economy: Short-term performance has been surprisingly good but policymakers are walking on eggshells
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Judge dismisses some claims against Meta's Zuckerberg over social media harm: Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Monday won the dismissal of some claims in a ...
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Big banks led by Citi continue layoffs amid pressure to cut costs: U.S. banking giants continued to shed employees in the first quarter, with Citigroup seeing ...
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Mother of four Angelina lives on citizen's money - and saves 1000 euros every month
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Australia's Juukan Gorge yields up rare Tasmanian Devil tooth: Archaeologists surveying the Juukan Gorge rock shelter in Western Australia that was destroyed by ...
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Invest in Skybound: An entertainment company from the creator of The Walking Dead and Invincible, with over 200 more coming. Hits in comics, TV, video games ...
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Quick Glance: Investing in Skybound Games
- Skybound offers retail investors the opportunity to invest in AAA games.
- A highly produced game around the brand Invincible with an experienced team.
- Successes of Invincible and The Walking Dead generating millions of fans and billions.
- Invincible targets critical audience with premium model and DLC expansions.
The Dow jumps 175 points as the markets look to break a losing streak: Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, and Johnson & Johnson all reported earnings before the ...
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Ringgit easier against US dollar at closing: KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit continued its downtrend today to end lower against the greenback due to continued positive ...
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Knife attack at Sydney church a terror incident, Australia police say: Australia police said on Tuesday a knife attack during a service at a church in Sydney ...
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Quick Glance: Bishop's Premonition and Stabbing Incident
- A well-known Sydney bishop, stabbed during a sermon, had been warned of a potential attack on his life in recent weeks.
- The attack on Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, allegedly by a 15-year-old, occurred at the Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley on Monday night following a sermon where the bishop mentioned that his death was imminent.
- The bishop clarified that his potential passing would not be an attempt to escape or avoid life, but rather a conscious desire to be with God.
- A 15-year-old boy was arrested after the attack on the bishop and three other men during a service at an Assyrian Orthodox church in Sydney's southwest. The bishop was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds and is currently in stable condition.
Video game remakes are remaking an industry: Kotaku senior editor Alyssa Mercante explains how the gaming industry is making big bucks on reinventing old ...
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Coles responds to customer’s filthy rant: Coles has apologised for “letting down” shoppers after an angry customer slammed the supermarket for making shoppers ...
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Apple loses top phonemaker spot to Samsung as iPhone shipments drop, research company says
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Quick Glance: iPhone sales plummet. Here's why
- Apple’s smartphone sales dropped by 10% last quarter, primarily due to a sharp decline in sales in China.
- Samsung had been the top smartphone manufacturer for 12 years, but Apple briefly took the top spot last year.
- The global smartphone market is showing signs of recovery with a 7.8% increase in smartphone shipments in the first quarter of 2024.
- Despite expectations for Apple and Samsung to maintain their market dominance, the rise of Huawei and other Chinese manufacturers like Xiaomi and OPPO/OnePlus may continue.
Xi Jinping says China’s exports are helping ease global inflation: Chinese president warns German Chancellor Olaf Scholz against ‘rise of protectionism’
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China’s GDP grows 5.3% in the first quarter of 2024: China’s economy grew stronger than expected at the start of this year, partly thanks to robust factory ...
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Quick Glance: China's Economy Surprisingly Strong in Q1 2024
- China's economy experienced stronger growth than anticipated in the first quarter of this year, primarily due to the thriving high-tech manufacturing sector.
- In the initial quarter, industrial production saw a 6.1% increase compared to the previous year, driven by the flourishing high-tech industry. Notably, the manufacturing of 3D printing devices, electric vehicle charging stations, and electronic components surged by approximately 40% year-over-year.
- A recent official report highlighted a rise in China's manufacturing purchasing managers' index during the first quarter, marking the first increase in six months. Moreover, the Caixin/S&P Manufacturing PMI, a privately conducted survey, achieved its highest level in over a year as foreign demand grew.
- China's economy grew by 5.2% in 2023. Despite a significant improvement from the previous year, it still represented one of the country's weakest economic performances in more than thirty years.
Sydney mall attack: Confronting pro-Kremlin troll on false claims Jewish student was killer
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How ‘Fallout’ Star Walton Goggins Found the Humanity in The Ghoul: Walton Goggins tells TheWrap about his intense makeup and philosophical take on his character ...
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Boeing claims no findings of fatigue on older 787 jets ahead of whistleblower testimony
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Quick Glance: Boeing emphasizes safety of 787 testing
- Boeing presented its safety practices on Monday, highlighting the aircraft testing protocols as it prepares for a challenging congressional hearing.
- The upcoming Senate hearing will feature testimony from Boeing engineer Sam Salehpour, who raised significant allegations publicly last week.
- Criticism of Boeing's safety culture is increasing following a nearly disastrous incident, and additional details on testing procedures and results were provided.
- Although there are some parts that do not meet standards, no signs of fatigue were detected, and the increased force during manufacturing is considered acceptable.
Tesla whistleblower in legal battle over braking-safety concerns: A former Tesla engineer is in a decade-long battle with the car company, owned by Elon Musk.
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If Apple loses against China so will the West: According to figures out on Monday, Apple is no longer the world’s biggest manufacturer of smartphones after a ...
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Native American group seeks to overturn US court ruling on Rio's Arizona copper mine
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New Zealand's Stuff Group to produce news programme after Warner Bros Discovery closes newsroom
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PDO names first Omani managing director: MUSCAT: The Board of Directors of Petroleum Development Oman (PDO), the largest oil and gas producer in the Sultanate of ...
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Four green myths about the nuclear phase-out: German politicians are selling the nuclear phase-out as a success on its first anniversary. However ...
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Quick Glance: Myths and Realities of Nuclear Phase-Out
- German politicians celebrate the nuclear phase-out as a success, but critics question the full story.
- While emphasizing energy security without nuclear plants, concerns remain.
- Controversies surround electricity prices, environmental impacts, especially in an international context.
- The high-risk nature of nuclear power is debated, with complex long-term consequences.
Apple loses smartphone crown to Samsung as Chinese rivals gain ground: iPhone sales fall 10 per cent in first quarter of 2024 while groups including Xiaomi and ...
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China economy grows faster than expected in first quarter: Official figures also highlighted the challenges faced by the country's crisis-hit property sector.
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YOURSAY | Time and patience running out for Anwar: ‘We do not expect instant results but integrity and fairness.’
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China's Q1 GDP grows faster than expected on policy support: China's economy grew faster-than-expected in the first quarter, data showed on Tuesday ...
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