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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Sweet Drinks, Weak Grip, and Mental Health

In the dense forests of western China an unexpected adventure is happening, A group of young people are struggling. They are known as rural adolescents and they are facing serious issues with their mental health. These issues have been getting worse all over the world. But it's not just

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Jan 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

Is DeepSeek a clever copycat?

A rift in the tech world, as US startups like Trump`s pet project claim that Chinese startups such as DeepSeek and HighFlyer were influenced by US software. David Sacks their government relations, wanted to take some shots at it and Option AI for destroying US Technologies within China. This was du

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Jan 29 2025POLITICS

US Aid on Hold: What's the Big Deal?

Imagine managing a school in Liberia where meals are a lifeline for kids. Now, picture being told to stop serving those meals. This isn't just a scenario; it's a reality for many due to the US temporarily stopping its foreign aid. Programs in Ukraine, where veterans need help, and Zimbabwe, where HI

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Jan 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

China's DeepSeek Shakes Up AI World with Budget-Friendly Models

Imagine a startup turning the AI world upside down with models that outmatch American ones at a fraction of the cost. That's what's happening with DeepSeek in China. This rising star has made waves, leaving U. S. tech giants rattled. Chinese investors are cheering, seeing DeepSeek as proof of their

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Jan 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

China's AI Leap: A New Kind of Challenge

Imagine this: a powerful AI system built in China with just a fraction of the resources used by US giants. That's what DeepSeek is, and it's sent shockwaves through the tech world. No, it's not quite the Sputnik moment some are making it out to be. After all, a satellite in space was a direct milita

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Jan 25 2025HISTORY

Wage Gaps in Ancient China: A Long Look

Ever wondered how wage gaps changed over time in ancient China? Let's dive into the story from the Han Dynasty in 202 BCE to the Qing Dynasty in 1912 CE. We'll use historical records of government salaries, prices, and farm productivity to see how much officials and peasants earned. By comparing the

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

Knee Replacement Costs in Guangdong: Before and After Policy Changes

You might be wondering how much a knee replacement surgery costs in Guangdong, China, and how these costs have changed over time. Well, let's dive into that. In Guangdong Province, there was a big change in how medical supplies were bought. This is called the National Volume-based Procurement Polic

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Trump's Dealmaking: A New China Connection?

Donald Trump's return to the White House has many expecting U. S. -China relations to get worse. His first term was tough on China, and his team includes strong China critics. Plus, the Biden administration's moves didn't help. But what if there's a surprise? Could Trump, who loves deals, make a big

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Jan 22 2025BUSINESS

Tech Tariffs: A Shift in Manufacturing, Not Jobs

You might think tech tariffs are designed to bring jobs back home. But in reality, they're just shifting manufacturing to other countries. Take a Chinese company selling data center cables. They have factories in China and Thailand. Why Thailand? Because the U. S. slapped a 20% tariff on Chinese pro

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Friends or Foes? Putin and Xi Chat Up a Storm

On Wednesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping had a friendly chat over the phone. They talked about how their countries are best buds, and nothing – not even politics or what's happening in the world – can change that. This phone call happened just a day after Donal

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