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Jan 07 2025FINANCE

China Dongxiang: Claim Your Dividends and Meet the New Director

China Dongxiang (Group) Co (HK:3818) has some news for its shareholders. The company is planning to take back unclaimed dividends that date back to 2013. If you're a shareholder, you have until January 14, 2025, to claim what’s yours. In other developments, the company has added a new face to its le

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Jan 07 2025POLITICS

China's Massive Coast Guard Ship at Disputed Reef

In a recent development, China has deployed one of the world's largest coast guard ships to Scarborough Shoal, a reef in the South China Sea that is claimed by both China and the Philippines. This massive vessel, nicknamed the "monster ship, " is over 12, 000 tons and 541 feet long. It's equipped wi

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Lung Cancer's New Fighters: Immune-Checkpoint Inhibitors

Immune-checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) have emerged as a powerful tool in the fight against advanced squamous cell lung cancer (LUSC). These drugs offer a glimmer of hope for patients who haven't found success with other treatments. But it's not a one-size-fits-all solution—some patients don't respond

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Delay issues in metastatic breast cancer: what you need to know

Ever noticed how people with early breast cancer often get quicker treatments? That's what scientists already know. But what about those with metastatic breast cancer (MBC), where it spreads to other parts of the body? Not much is known about why they face delays in getting care. This study is chang

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Jan 07 2025SCIENCE

Discovering Roxy: A 26, 000-Year-Old Fox in a Utah Cave

Imagine a time when the world was much colder and humans were just starting to roam the earth. In a remote cave in Utah, a team of scientists and cavers found something extraordinary: a nearly complete skeleton of a red fox. This isn't just any fox; it's one that lived over 26, 000 years ago, during

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Jan 07 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI Takes the Spotlight at CES

This year's CES event in Las Vegas is all about artificial intelligence (AI). Companies are showcasing AI-enabled gadgets like smart refrigerators and AI agents. Nvidia and Microsoft are among the big names participating. Investors are now focusing on the return on investment (ROI) for AI firms, wit

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Jan 07 2025FINANCE

Bitcoin Adventure: From $50 to Almost Double

Imagine jumping into the Bitcoin world with just $50 in 2022. That's what happened here! Let's see how that investment fared over the next three years. First, a quick backstory. PayPal decided to allow Bitcoin transactions. So, on a cold January morning in 2022, our investor decided to give it a sh

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Jan 07 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Drag Queen Tyra's Harsh Comment Sparks Outrage After The Vivienne's Death

A lot of commotion happened recently when Tyra, the winner of RuPaul's Drag Race season two, made a nasty remark after the death of fellow Drag Race queen The Vivienne. James Lee Williams, known as The Vivienne, was a big name in the entertainment scene, winning the first ever Drag Race UK in 2019.

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Gestational Weight Gain: Do Old Guidelines Fit Today's Asian Moms?

Gaining weight during pregnancy can really influence how the baby turns out, and even their health later on. There are some well-known guidelines from the Institute of Medicine from 2009 that have been tested in different groups of people. But do they really work for pregnant women in Southeast Asia

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Learning from Stars and Athletes: Preparing Doctors for Critical Procedures

Picture a renowned football quarterback starting a game without a practice session led by their coach, or an A-list singer performing live without voice warm-ups. In sports and music, these pre-event rituals are essential. They help athletes and artists refine their skills, identify weaknesses, and

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