As China’s National Day holiday approaches, prices of hairy crabs, one of the most popular seasonal gifts at this time of the year, are down markedly as the first batches are delivered to markets across the country. Industry insiders predict that prices will fall further, citing higher production, shrinking gift-giving demand and weak household spending….
Between mid-2023 and mid-2024, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said the area dropped 0.31 per cent, or 270 people. Only Westminster, Lambeth, Kensington and Chelsea, and Isles of Scilly had bigger population drops. But it’s also in the face of an overall UK growth of more than three-quarters of a million people in the…
Good evening. If a democracy’s leading political parties are unwilling to place their nation’s long-term security interests ahead of their short-term electoral interests, can that nation long endure? That question looms large in Taiwan, which must live with the threat of forced unification with China. Xi Jinping has famously said that the Chinese Communist Party’s…
The major averages finished this past week little changed, as a light economic and earnings calendar saw investors take the week’s events in stride, even President Trump’s latest tariff surprise late Thursday. In the week ahead, however, looming developments may prove more troublesome for financial markets. Tuesday is set to be a pivotal day for…
The time has come – Paris Fashion Week Spring 2026 is upon us. New York, London, and Milan Fashion Week are now wrapped up, and it’s time to head to the French capital. A monumental season of designer debuts, the anticipation is at an all-time high. Running from Monday, September 29 until Tuesday, October 7…
Ferry services on multiple routes will adjust their services on Tuesday (Sep 29) and Friday (Oct 3) as the Chinese naval training ship Qi Jiguang and the amphibious transport dock Yimengshan will arrive in Hong Kong for free public visits on Wednesday and Thursday. Source link
Allowing US companies like Nvidia to compete in China fits the interests of both Beijing and Washington, according to Jensen Huang, the US chipmaker’s founder and CEO, as Chinese players gear up to be Nvidia-free. Washington should allow its technology industry to compete globally – including in China – to “proliferate the technology around the…
Premier League Team of the Weekend: Haaland, Guehi, Welbeck The Premier League continues to captivate fans with its thrilling matches and standout performances. Each weekend, players rise to the occasion, showcasing their talents and making significant impacts on their teams’ fortunes. In this article, we delve into the standout performers from the latest round of…
This AI stock is a leader in one of tech’s most important industries. Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t a new technology, but it has undoubtedly made more of a splash over the past few years. Cybersecurity company CrowdStrike (CRWD 1.83%) has been using AI since its founding in 2011, and its stock has flourished this year,…
Mohali: A gang involved in a series of mobile phone snatchings in the city has been busted with the arrest of three suspects. Police have recovered 20 mobile phones and a motorcycle used in the crimes from their possession. They were produced in court Sunday, which sent them on police remand.The arrested accused were identified…