In China, state-owned enterprises (SOEs) have been actively engaging in mergers and acquisitions (M&As) to drive technological innovation. Between 2007 and 2019, data from Chinese A-share listed SOEs revealed some interesting trends. M&As, in general, have led to an increase in patent applications,
Donald Trump's recent social media posts about Vladimir Putin have sparked a heated response from Russian state media. The former U. S. president took to his platform, Truth Social, to criticize Putin following Russia's missile and drone attacks on Ukraine. He warned that Putin is "playing with fire
The U. S. aid cuts have had a significant impact on global health programs. The impact of these cuts is far-reaching and has real consequences for people around the world. In Nigeria, a mother named Mariam Mohammed experienced this firsthand. She lost her younger son, Babagana, due to the disrupt
The Pittsburgh Steelers find themselves in a peculiar spot. They are openly courting a player who hasn’t shown much interest in them. This has left many fans scratching their heads, wondering why the team is acting so out of character. The Steelers are known for their toughness and straightforward a
Deborra-Lee Furness has finally addressed the public after deciding to end her marriage to Hugh Jackman. The couple was together for nearly three decades. This decision came after rumors of Jackman's infidelity with his Broadway co-star, Sutton Foster, surfaced. Furness shared her thoughts on bet
The world is watching as a former US president changes his tune on Russia's actions in Ukraine. Donald Trump, known for his past support of Russia, recently expressed disapproval of Vladimir Putin's intensified attacks on Ukraine. He even suggested that more sanctions might be necessary. This shift
The mental state of moms in the U. S. has been on a downward spiral from 2016 to 2023. This trend was highlighted in a recent study that focused on the mental health of mothers. The study revealed that fewer mothers rated their mental health as excellent during this period. Instead, more mothers rep
Prostate cancer is a big deal among Latino men in the U. S. There are some striking differences between those born in the U. S. and those who migrated from other countries. The numbers show that U. S. -born Latino men have a higher chance of getting prostate cancer. This is a fact that needs more
Cerium, a key player in the world of catalysts, has a fascinating story to tell. It's all about how it changes form during a crucial chemical reaction. Scientists have been watching this drama unfold on the surface of ceria, a compound made from cerium and oxygen. The main characters in this stor
A video of French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigette Macron went viral on social media. It showed a moment on a plane where it looked like Brigitte pushed Emmanuel's face. The president quickly dismissed it as a playful moment between them. He was surprised that the video caused such a
