A common saying often attributed to Oscar Wilde is that “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness,” and the latest example of that comes from the space race. China unveiled a new space shuttle last week to keep the Tiangong station supplied as the nation expands its space operations….
An aquarium in southern China has come under scrutiny for showcasing a robotic whale shark instead of a live one, igniting passionate debates around animal welfare and consumer rights. Videos circulating online depict a life-size robotic whale shark gliding through the waters of Xiaomeisha Sea World in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, following its reopening in October….
Former U.S. President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump reacts as former U.S. Representative Lee Zeldin speaks at a rally ahead of the New Hampshire primary election in Concord, New Hampshire, U.S. January 19, 2024. Elizabeth Frantz | Reuters President-elect Donald Trump said Monday that he would appoint former Rep. Lee Zeldin as administrator of…
China’s central bank chief pledged to maintain an accommodative monetary policy stance and to double down on countercyclical adjustments to support the country’s economic growth. In a report on the nation’s financial work to China’s top legislative body, the National People’s Congress Standing Committee, People’s Bank of China Governor Pan Gongsheng on Tuesday suggested that…
Georgia’s opposition is disputing the results of Saturday’s parliamentary elections, which are being led by the ruling party and could determine the country’s chances of joining the European Union and NATO. Georgian Dream, led by billionaire Bidzina Ivanishvili, received about 54% of the votes, the election commission said after counting more than 99% of the…
Mainspring Energy co-founders (L-R) Adam Simpson, Matt Svrcek, and Shannon Miller with the company’s linear generator.Photo: Mainspring Energy In January 2018, Gates invested in Mainspring Energy’s $83.3 million Series C, according to PitchBook, which led the company to a $208.3 million valuation. Mainspring’s linear generator uses chemical energy to convert motion along a linear line…
For many luxury shoppers, sustainability now rivals exclusivity and artisanal quality on the list of essential criteria when deciding which brands deserve their lucrative patronage. In addition, regulations in some jurisdictions mandate attention to environmental factors. As a result, sustainability is now both a requirement and an opportunity for luxury brands – a factor that…
United States President Joe Biden has promised to provide continued support to Florida communities affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene as he surveyed storm-related destruction in the southeastern US state. During a news conference on Sunday, Biden said people had “lost family members [and] lost all their personal belongings” after the storms pummelled Florida over…
In a speech on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, President Joe Biden will provide a comprehensive update on the United States’ efforts to combat change, the White House said. What You Need To Know President Joe Biden will provide a comprehensive update on the United States’ efforts to combat change,…
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