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Does William Lai’s cancelled eSwatini trip show Beijing’s reach in Africa?

Does William Lai’s cancelled eSwatini trip show Beijing’s reach in Africa?

Beijing has praised the decision by three African countries to deny overflight clearance for Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te, whose trip to eSwatini was cancelled a day before his scheduled departure. Lai had been due to leave on Wednesday for a five-day trip to eSwatini, the only African country that maintains diplomatic ties with Taiwan, to attend celebrations marking the 40th anniversary of King Mswati’s accession and his 58th birthday. But Lai’s office announced late on Tuesday that...

Why families caring for children with disabilities are suing Washington state

When Jamie and Chris Thompson got married, they created a big, blended family.  Chris had three children from a previous marriage. Jamie had a son. Together, they had two more kids. The youngest, Colby, had bright blue eyes and chubby cheeks. Jamie Thompson called him the “little ham of the family.” But in 2010, a […]

Cardiff takeover deal with Ospreys owners collapses

The Welsh Rugby Union says negotiations with the owners of Ospreys to also buy Cardiff have fallen through.

Cardiff takeover deal with Ospreys owners collapses

The Welsh Rugby Union says negotiations with the owners of Ospreys to also buy Cardiff have fallen through.

Cardiff takeover deal with Ospreys owners collapses

The Welsh Rugby Union says negotiations with the owners of Ospreys to also buy Cardiff have fallen through.

Cardiff takeover deal with Ospreys owners collapses

The Welsh Rugby Union says negotiations with the owners of Ospreys to also buy Cardiff have fallen through.
China to fuse software and steel with US$14tr sector to fix weak links in world’s factory

China to fuse software and steel with US$14tr sector to fix weak links in world’s factory

China is embarking on a sweeping overhaul of its industrial architecture, aiming to fuse software and steel as part of a 100-trillion-yuan (US$14.7 trillion) undertaking to modernise its service sector while pushing manufacturing into the future. The State Council’s blueprint, unveiled on Tuesday, said the valuation target for the service sector was achievable by 2030 as advanced manufacturing increasingly becomes fused with specialised technical support. Analysts say Beijing’s plan will help...
Flyers prepare for home playoff game against Penguins Wednesday night

Flyers prepare for home playoff game against Penguins Wednesday night

The Flyers lead the Pittsburgh Penguins 2 - 0, as they head into Game 3.
Man shot in driveway after being chased by gunman through West Philadelphia home

Man shot in driveway after being chased by gunman through West Philadelphia home

The gunman ripped two doors off their hinges to get into the home.

Ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz after ceasefire extension

Two vessels came under fire in the Strait of Hormuz, just hours after the U.S. and Iran failed to meet in Pakistan for talks to end the war and as President Trump indefinitely extended the ceasefire.
611 elderly Hongkongers default on student loans, owe HK$17,400 each on average

611 elderly Hongkongers default on student loans, owe HK$17,400 each on average

More than 600 defaulters aged 60 and above have failed to repay their student loans under five government financial assistance schemes designed to fund their tertiary and post-secondary studies, with the average amount owed standing at HK$17,400 (US$2,220). In a reply to questions from lawmakers on Wednesday, the Education Bureau said it had recorded 9,838 default cases, involving 8,494 people, under the five schemes as of January 31 this year. The schemes provide financial assistance to those...

There Are 8 Fictional Alexes, But Which One Are You?

Honestly, an S-tier name!View Entire Post ›