When Apple Inc. held its annual hardware showcase last month, its new iPhones got the attention. But the company also announced an accessory that is potentially crucial for its China turnaround: a slim woven strap that lets users wear their…
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Your Austin Grand Prix weekend gets a new pit stop: The F1® Hub
Every October Austin transforms to become the heart of the Formula 1® weekend. The Circuit of The Americas attracts impressive turnouts, and the city of Austin buzzes with fans in team colours adding to the live music, food trucks and Texan…
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Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, raising security concerns
Microsoft is set to end support for Windows 10, leaving millions of devices without security updates and patches.
From mid-October, updates and security fixes will no longer be provided for Windows 10 devices unless they are enrolled in…
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Chinese vice premier encourages multinationals to expand investment in China
BEIJING, Oct. 10 — Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng on Friday encouraged multinationals to expand their investment in China as the country will continue to expand its high-standard opening up.
He, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when he met with the leaders of three multinational companies: Abbott Laboratories from the United States, Prudential from Britain, and SK Group from the Republic of Korea.
He said that China’s economy has stable foundations, numerous strengths, remarkable resilience and vast potential, noting that the dominant trend of a long-term, sound Chinese economy and the elements supporting it have not changed. He encouraged the multinationals to expand their investment in China, deepen cooperation with China and share development opportunities.
The company leaders expressed their optimism about China’s economic prospects, stating their willingness to strengthen their presence in the Chinese market and expand their cooperation with China.
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They’re smaller than dust, but crucial for Earth’s climate
Smaller than a grain of dust and shaped like minute discs, coccolithophores are microscopic ocean dwellers with an outsized influence on the planet’s climate. These tiny algae remove carbon from seawater, release oxygen, and create delicate…
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Robbie Williams says he delayed new album to avoid Taylor Swift’s
Getty ImagesRobbie Williams spoke to BBC Radio 1’s Rickie, Melvin & Charlie as he did a special performance in the Live Lounge If Robbie Williams had his way, you’d have heard his next album already.
The singer claims he pushed back Britpop after…
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UTA Physicist Wins $1.3M Grant For Neutrino Research
UTA physicist Ben Jones will study tiny ghost-like neutrinos that could unlock the universe’s secrets. (UTA Photo) Ben Jones, associate professor of physics at The University of Texas at Arlington, has been named to the 2025 cohort of…
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Here’s what Aziz Ansari can do with his Riyadh Comedy Festival money
During a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show, Aziz Ansari defended his decision to perform at the Riyadh Comedy Festival.
He also said he planned on donating part of the…
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Cops on ketamine? Largely unregulated mental health treatment faces hurdles
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting “988.”
A few months ago, Waynesville Police Sgt. Paige Shell was about to give up hope of…
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FB Barcelona star Esmee Brugts on emulating Ronaldinho and the story behind her braids
FC Barcelona football star Esmee Brugts is the epitome of versatility.
The situational shapeshifter has bagged an eight-minute hat-trick as a striker before finishing a game as a left-back.
Despite being 22, the Dutch international is rapidly…
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