July 15, 2024

Money matters: How to inquire about finances on a first date

In the quest for love and companionship, many of us dream of finding that special someone with whom we can share our lives. But as the saying goes, love doesn’t pay the bills. When it comes to settling down, compatibility in money matters can be the secret ingredient to a lasting relationship. Money matters, with […]

July 15, 2024

Chinese e-commerce sites cash in on Trump’s near-miss at Pennsylvania rally

Chinese e-commerce platforms have swiftly introduced a range of merchandise featuring images of Donald Trump with a bloodied face following an attempted assassination of the former president during a rally in Pennsylvania. This incident generated widespread speculation on Chinese social media, with President Xi Jinping extending sympathies to Trump for the shooting incident in Butler. […]

July 13, 2024

Global Trade: Navigating a fragmented future

Global trade is navigating turbulent waters. Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), acknowledges that “global trade is not having the best of times at the moment.” Increasing protectionism and undermining of WTO rules are leading to a concerning fragmentation of the global market. Global trade is essential for economic resilience and […]

July 13, 2024

D’Vontaye Mitchell: Black man’s death leads to hotel staff termination

Several employees of the Hyatt Regency in downtown Milwaukee have been terminated following the death of D’Vontaye Mitchell, a Black man who died after being pinned down by hotel security guards. The incident was partially captured on witness video, prompting widespread outrage and an internal investigation by Aimbridge Hospitality, the operator of the hotel. “The […]

July 12, 2024

China’s richest millennials opt for understated luxury

In China, a new wave of wealth is making its mark with a unique blend of discretion and sophistication. China’s richest millennials showcase their achievements through understated status symbols and shunning traditional ostentatious displays of wealth. While their American counterparts often indulge in high-end coffee makers, luxury laundry rooms, and pampered pets, China’s affluent millennials […]

July 12, 2024

Vending machines in Texas spew out bullets?

A Dallas-based company, American Rounds, is garnering attention with its unique approach to ammunition sales. The company has introduced vending machines stocked with ammo in grocery stores across Alabama, Oklahoma, and South Texas, with plans to expand to the Dallas-Fort Worth area soon. Grant Magers, CEO of American Rounds, emphasizes that these high-tech vending machines […]

July 12, 2024

Gov. Greg Abbott pardons Daniel Perry

Republican Gov. Greg Abbott pardoned Daniel Perry, the former Army sergeant convicted for the fatal shooting of a protester during a Black Lives Matter march. The decision followed a recommendation from a review board, leading to Perry’s release from prison on Thursday. Gov. Abbott, known for his staunch support of Texas’ ‘Stand Your Ground’ law, […]

July 12, 2024

Tragic incident in popular Philippine resort leaves three dead

Two Australian nationals and their Filipina companion were found dead in a hotel room in the picturesque resort city of Tagaytay, south of Manila. The local police are now racing against time to identify and apprehend the culprits behind this tragic incident. The grim discovery was made by a hotel employee at the Lake Hotel […]

July 11, 2024

Australian car buyers set to benefit from EU tariffs on Chinese EVs

Australian car buyers could soon see more affordable electric vehicles (EVs) on the market, thanks to new tariffs imposed by the European Union on Chinese EVs. Starting July 5, the EU has introduced provisional taxes of up to 37.6% on imported Chinese EVs, on top of the existing 10% duty. This means Chinese-made EVs could […]

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