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Sep 11 2024SPORTS

China's Soccer Scandal: A Crackdown on Corruption or a Cover-Up?

China's football association has banned 38 players and five officials for life after a two-year investigation into match-fixing and gambling. The investigation found that 120 matches had been fixed, with 41 clubs involved. Three former Chinese internationals, Jin Jingdao, Guo Tianyu, and Gu Chao, we

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Sep 11 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Tracker Spinoff Conundrum: Is Now the Right Time?

Tracker, the CBS drama, has been making waves with its unique blend of storytelling and characters. With its second season on the horizon, the show's executive producer, Elwood Reid, has expressed reservations about spinning off the series. But is he right? Should we be exploring the backstories of

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Sep 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Zoe Saldaña: Ready for Her Close-Up in Directing

Zoe Saldana is ready to take on a new challenge - directing her very own film. The star of blockbusters like Avatar and Guardians of the Galaxy has earned over $15 billion at the box office, but she's not content to rest on her laurels. In an engaging conversation with TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey, Salda

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Sep 10 2024BUSINESS

China's Corporate Trojan: Unmasking the Communist Party's Latest Spyware

Key Points: A new Chinese law forces US companies to appoint 'employee representatives' with close ties to the Communist Party. These spies could gain access to sensitive internal data and put American jobs at risk. Microsoft is in the crosshairs due to its deep integration into critical infrastruct

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Sep 10 2024BUSINESS

China's Property Market: A Steep Climb Back Up

China's property market has been a rollercoaster ride over the past year, leaving investors and consumers alike feeling queasy. Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters recently warned that the market 'has not yet completely bottomed out,' despite all the turmoil. Consumer confidence remains shaky, larg

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Sep 08 2024SPORTS

NASCAR's Identity Crisis: Is Entertainment Trumping Racing?

Christopher Bell, a NASCAR driver, recently stirred up a debate within the racing world by suggesting NASCAR is going through an 'identity crisis.' He's questioning whether the sport is prioritizing pure racing or becoming more focused on entertainment. This begs the question: what makes a 'good' r

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Sep 08 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Great AI Chip Chase: Why China's Got Nvidia's Tech, Despite the US

Nvidia's powerful AI chips, the A100 and H100, are crucial for training the AI models powering everything from chatbots to self-driving cars. But the US has been trying to limit China's access to these chips due to national security concerns. So, how are Chinese tech companies getting their hands

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Sep 08 2024SPORTS

Behind the Lens: Capturing the Grit and Grace of Gymnastics

Ever wonder what it takes to be the official photographer for Team USA Gymnastics? John Cheng, who has held this unique position since 2007, offers a fascinating glimpse into his world. Cheng's journey began as a typical 'gym dad,' snapping photos of his daughter at competitions. His talent quickl

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Sep 06 2024OPINION

Is America's Foreign Policy Leaving American Workers Behind?

You've probably heard that free trade is good for everyone. But what if it's only good for some? This article argues that America's recent foreign policy, focused on free trade and open borders, has actually hurt American workers. It claims that while CEOs and investors have seen their profits skyr

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Is Washington Preparing to Bail Out a Struggling China?

China's economy is facing a crisis unlike any it has seen since opening up more than four decades ago. Over a million restaurants have closed, offices are emptier than during the pandemic, and property sales are down sharply. Duty-free sales in Hainan Island plunged 30% in the first seven months of

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