Could China help make Africa a factory for the world?
A decade ago Jua Power, a family-owned solar-energy firm, had little reason to leave China in search of customers. With the country in the midst of a green-energy boom, “we had plenty of orders domestically,” recalls Xu Bo, its chief executive. But as China’s economy has slowed and profits in its solar industry have fallen,…
Will Apple Report Blowout Q2 Results as it Navigates a CEO Succession Plan?
Apple’s AAPL) report for its fiscal second quarter will be under a microscope tomorrow, Thursday, April 30. Beyond the strong quarterly results analysts expect from Apple’s growing services business and demand for its AI-powered iPhone 17s and M5-based MacBook, Wall Street will be looking for insight on the tech giant’s leadership transition. This comes…
Carney to name former minister Jonathan Wilkinson as next EU envoy: sources
Politics Prime Minister Mark Carney will officially announce later today that MP and former cabinet minister Jonathan Wilkinson will be Canada’s next ambassador to the European Union, according to Liberal sources. Wilkinson held senior cabinet portfolios under Trudeau but was left out of Carney’s post-election cabinet Listen to this article Estimated 1 minute The audio…
Mainland energy storage giant lands in Hetao zone’s HK Park
The Dec 22, 2025 photo shows buildings in Hong Kong Park of the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Co-operation Zone. (ADAM LAM / CHINA DAILY) Chinese mainland green energy storage giant HiTHIUM Energy Storage Technology Co Ltd is set to establish a transformation base for cutting-edge battery technologies at the Hong Kong Park…
China’s transportation system expects to handle travel surge as May Day holiday approaches
China’s transportation system is expecting to handle a significant surge in travel as the May Day holiday, a five-day holiday season that starts on Friday, is just around the corner. The railway sector handled the first round of travel peak on Thursday, with a total of 19.95 million passenger trips to be carried out, marking…
April Market Month in Review: 3 Stock, Oil Stats That Defined the Period
A lot has happened since the beginning of April. The US sent a spacecraft around the moon and back. They had Coachella (twice) and also Stagecoach. Spirit Airlines was pushed to the brink of bankruptcy, and now the US government wants to bail it out. Life comes at you fast. Loading audio narration… When you…
Lithuania Should Join US Coalition in Strait of Hormuz, President Says
VILNIUS, April 30 (Reuters) – Lithuania’s President Gitanas Nauseda said he was supportive of his country joining the U.S. freedom of navigation mission in the Strait of Hormuz, adding that he would present the proposal to the Baltic state’s defence council. The United States is pushing for other countries to help restore freedom of navigation…
Scott Parker Leaves Burnley, Premier League Legend ‘Favorite’ for Replacement
Burnley have announced the departure of manager Scott Parker in a decision which was made “by mutual consent.” The serial Championship promotion winner once again failed to enjoy his experience of the Premier League. The Clarets made an encouraging start to life back in the top flight before enduring a swift decline. A solitary win…
10 Costco Breakfast Items Under $15 We Never Pass On
Cris Cantón/Getty Images Leaving Costco without spending a good chunk of change can be difficult. Costco products are almost always a great value, of course, but because of the chain’s bulk quantities, the cost of even just a few items can add up fast. With a bit…
Asahi Super Dry Unveils the Next Chapter in Light Beer with Dry Crystal Across Hong Kong and Taiwan
Crafted for the enjoyment of life without compromise, the renewed Dry Crystal features Ryusei Yokohama as the new campaign’s face and is now available in supermarkets and restaurants throughout the region HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2026 – Japan’s number one selling beer brand Asahi Super Dry has unveiled a…
