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Dec 08 2024POLITICS

Cyber Warning: China's Telecom Hacking Campaign

Lately, several countries, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the US, have started sounding the alarm about a hacking campaign targeting telecommunications systems. The group named Salt Typhoon, which some suspect is backed by the Chinese government, has been trying to sneak into mobile n

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Dec 08 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Michael Douglas: From Screen to Activism and Possible Horror Flicks

Michael Douglas, the acclaimed actor now in his 80s, has earned the title of "legendary" through his impressive career in Hollywood and notable activism. His journey to nuclear disarmament activism began with the 1979 film, "The China Syndrome, " which eerily foreshadowed the real-life Three Mile Is

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Dec 04 2024POLITICS

Philippine Patrol Vessels Face Chinese Coast Guard Attacks

In the South China Sea, Chinese coast guard boats backed by navy ships performed aggressive actions against Philippine patrol vessels. They fired high-pressure water cannons, blocked paths, and even sideswiped one boat, named BRP Datu Pagbuaya. This incident restarted tensions after a brief pause du

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Dec 03 2024TECHNOLOGY

Revolution in China's Countryside: The Digital Transformation

Imagine this: farmers checking crop prices on their smartphones, students attending virtual classes in remote villages, and patients consulting doctors online. This isn't a futuristic fantasy, but the reality in China's rural areas. The Chinese government has made it a priority to bring digital life

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Dec 01 2024HEALTH

Healthcare Costs Shift: How Obstructive Sleep Apnea Surgeries Changed in China

In China, public hospitals are feeling the pressure to manage costs, thanks to the new medical insurance payment system called diagnosis-related groups. This system has had a notable impact on uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) surgeries for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) at Hospital C. T

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Nov 28 2024BUSINESS

US to Tighten Rules on China's Tech Access

The US government is set to announce new measures on Monday that aim to limit China's ability to develop advanced artificial intelligence. This includes potentially sanctioning around 200 Chinese companies that make equipment for semiconductors and restricting some chip manufacturing plants linked t

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Nov 28 2024POLITICS

A Close Call: Democrat Derek Tran Unseats GOP’s Michelle Steel in California

Derek Tran, an Army veteran and first-time candidate, has won a tight race for a House seat in California's 45th District, securing his position against incumbent Republican Michelle Steel. This flip represents a rare leftward shift in a state that has generally inclining toward the right. Tran's su

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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

Who's Who in Trump's Economic Team: Meet Greer and Hassett

Donald Trump just added two key players to his economic team. Jamieson Greer, a lawyer from Washington, has been chosen to be the new US trade representative. Greer is no stranger to trade policy; he used to work closely with Robert Lighthizer, who was the trade representative during Trump's first t

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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

Freedom at Last: Three Americans Released from Chinese Detention

In an unexpected turn of events, the US has secured the release of three Americans who had been held captive in China for several years. The news broke earlier this week, with a spokesperson from the US National Security Council confirming the release of Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung. These Am

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

US and Allies: Standing Up to China's Aggression

President Trump has a tough job ahead, especially when it comes to dealing with China. Recently, Chinese leader Xi Jinping said he wants to work with the new administration. But let's not forget, China's been up to some shady stuff, like cyberattacks on our telecoms and pushing around other countrie

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