CHINA

Nov 14 2024BUSINESS

Surprise: China Isn't as Tech-Backward as You Think

You might be shocked to hear this, but China is not trailing as far behind the West in tech as some people may believe. Brad Smith, the president of Microsoft, has shared his insights after visiting the country. He was impressed by the rapid advancements China has made in technology. So, what's the

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Trump's Tariff Threat: A Boon for China's Economy?

President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose a hefty 60% tariff on all Chinese goods entering the U. S. While this move might seem like a blow to China's economy, experts suggest it could actually benefit Beijing in the long run. Professor Chen Zhiwu from the University of Hong Kong believe

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Nov 13 2024BUSINESS

Tech Stocks in China's Shadow: What's Next?

Tech companies heavily relying on Chinese manufacturing might face tough times if Donald Trump's trade policies intensify. With Trump's reelection, U. S. -China trade tensions could escalate, potentially hurting businesses with significant exposure to Chinese suppliers. Trump proposed universal tari

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Nov 11 2024FINANCE

Bitcoin Hits New High, Stocks Mixed as China's Stimulus Disappoints

Bitcoin broke records, jumping over $82, 000 on Monday. This comes after the digital coin's rally, fueled by former President Donald Trump's pro-crypto stance. Meanwhile, European markets surged, catching up with last week's Wall Street rally. The DAX in Germany rose 1. 2%, while the CAC 40 in Franc

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Nov 08 2024HEALTH

How Internet Use Shapes Health Habits in China's Older Adults

Ever wondered how friends influence our health choices? In China, a recent survey found that peers have a big impact on the habits of middle-aged and older adults. But here's where it gets interesting - the internet plays a unique role in all this. It acts like a moderator, tweaking how peer pressur

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

China Southern's Nonstop US Trips: What You Need to Know

Did you know China Southern Airlines is one of the biggest in China? They fly to nearly 200 places in 35 countries with over 650 planes. Let's chat about their nonstop flights to the US in November. First, there's Guangzhou (CAN) to New York (JFK). That's a whopping 8, 000 miles one way. In Novembe

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

China's Message to U. S. Elections

As Americans voted in the 2024 presidential election, China sent a message through its embassy in the U. S. The Chinese spokesperson, Liu Pengyu, said that China won't interfere in the election, calling it an internal U. S. matter. Instead, China hopes to work with the U. S. , no matter who wins. Th

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Nov 05 2024BUSINESS

Prepare for Price Hikes: Tech Gadgets May Get More Expensive After Election

Are you a fan of the latest gadgets? Get ready to dig deeper into your pockets after the upcoming election. Tech companies are gearing up for potential price increases on popular devices like laptops, smartphones, and game consoles. Why? Blame it on tariffs—a fancy word for taxes on imports. These t

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Nov 04 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Box Office Battle: 'Venom' vs 'Cesium Fallout'

"Last weekend, 'Venom: The Last Dance' topped the box office charts in mainland China for the second week in a row. It even beat out a new thriller called 'Cesium Fallout, ' which stars famous Hong Kong actor Andy Lau. 'Venom' made RMB104 million ($14. 6 million) over the weekend, bringing its total

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Nov 03 2024POLITICS

China’s Take on the US Election: Hope vs. Reality

China is closely watching the US election, but many people there don’t expect much change in the tense relationship between the two countries. Whether it’s Trump or Harris who wins, it seems like US policy toward China will stay the same. The past four years have seen both tariffs and talk of better

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