From sonar to apps: Fishing tech at the fingertips

    A vintage Lowrance Fish LO-K-TOR – often found at local garage sales. (Jim Abrams photo) Most anglers have enjoyed the electronic revolution to the point that many don’t recall ever being without simple depth finders. That technology has replaced the “best guess” and depth charts for those trying to keep their propeller attached to their…

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      China ready for high-quality B&R cooperation with Bangladesh

      Chinese President Xi Jinping (right) meets Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in Beijing, China, on June 26, 2026. (PHOTO / XINHUA) BEIJING – China supports Bangladesh’s new government in its smooth administration and stands ready to carry out high-quality Belt and Road cooperation with Bangladesh, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Friday. China is willing…

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      HKO cancels red rainstorm alert after rains batter city

        HKO cancels red rainstorm alert after rains batter city

        Residents run through torrential rain under the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal in Hong Kong on June 18, 2026. (ADAM LAM / CHINA DAILY) The Hong Kong Observatory issued the red rainstorm alert – the second in the city’s three-tier warning system – on Friday afternoon as widespread rain lashed the city. The alert – issued…

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        Bitcoin Has No Winning Scenario. Is $40K the Next Stop?

          Bitcoin Has No Winning Scenario. Is $40K the Next Stop?

          Bitcoin’s brief rebound following Micron’s blockbuster earnings proved remarkably short-lived. While the chipmaker surged more than 15% after issuing massive revenue guidance, the improvement in market sentiment evaporated almost as quickly as it arrived. Bitcoin is once again trading under heavy pressure as it struggles to defend the psychologically important 60,000 level. More importantly, if…

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