‘I’m concerned about my personal safety’: Hong Kong activist Agnes Chow speaks about life in exile
In August this year Agnes Chow crossed into mainland China filled with fear. The young activist was in the company of five national security police, taking her from her home in Hong Kong, on what she says was a “propaganda tour” organised by authorities in return for her being allowed to study overseas. Police had […]
‘I’m concerned about my personal safety’: Hong Kong activist Agnes Chow speaks about life in exile
In August this year Agnes Chow crossed into mainland China filled with fear. The young activist was in the company of five national security police, taking her from her home in Hong Kong, on what she says was a “propaganda tour” organised by authorities in return for her being allowed to study overseas. Police had […]
We embrace Chigyu, the most controversial beef bowl in Japan
A reminder to eat whatever you love, even if it brands you a dork. Gyudon, or beef bowls, are hugely popular in Japan, with a number of chains like Yoshinoya, Matsuya and Sukiya specialising in them. Our own reporter Seiji Nakazawa is a huge fan of them, and he remembers when Sukiya made the revolutionary […]
We embrace Chigyu, the most controversial beef bowl in Japan
A reminder to eat whatever you love, even if it brands you a dork. Gyudon, or beef bowls, are hugely popular in Japan, with a number of chains like Yoshinoya, Matsuya and Sukiya specialising in them. Our own reporter Seiji Nakazawa is a huge fan of them, and he remembers when Sukiya made the revolutionary […]
We embrace Chigyu, the most controversial beef bowl in Japan
A reminder to eat whatever you love, even if it brands you a dork. Gyudon, or beef bowls, are hugely popular in Japan, with a number of chains like Yoshinoya, Matsuya and Sukiya specialising in them. Our own reporter Seiji Nakazawa is a huge fan of them, and he remembers when Sukiya made the revolutionary […]
Federal Investments Support B.C. Talent and Labour Development for Critical Minerals and Sustainable Supply Chains
VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 7, 2023 /CNW/ – As a trusted and reliable supplier of responsibly sourced mineral and metal products, Canada is well positioned to be a leader in the responsible, inclusive and sustainable production of critical minerals and resilient value chains. We have a role to play in powering the low-carbon economy, both at […]
FirstUp: PM Modi at Red Fort, Rahul goes abroad, RBI meet… today’s big events
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first Indian Art, Architecture and Design Biennale at Red Fort. PTI It’s Friday again and weekend mode is nigh for many. But before that, Friday is set to be one to watch for news junkies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first Indian […]
FirstUp: PM Modi at Red Fort, Rahul goes abroad, RBI meet… today’s big events
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first Indian Art, Architecture and Design Biennale at Red Fort. PTI It’s Friday again and weekend mode is nigh for many. But before that, Friday is set to be one to watch for news junkies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first Indian […]
FirstUp: PM Modi at Red Fort, Rahul goes abroad, RBI meet… today’s big events
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first Indian Art, Architecture and Design Biennale at Red Fort. PTI It’s Friday again and weekend mode is nigh for many. But before that, Friday is set to be one to watch for news junkies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first Indian […]
China’s exports grew for the first time in six months
Good morning, Quartz readers! Here’s what you need to know China’s exports grew for the first time in six months. Numbers from November indicate that factories may be getting back on track after a prolonged slump in demand. How did Sam Altman scare board members? | What’s next for OpenAI? Off English The US releases […]
China’s exports grew for the first time in six months
Good morning, Quartz readers! Here’s what you need to know China’s exports grew for the first time in six months. Numbers from November indicate that factories may be getting back on track after a prolonged slump in demand. How did Sam Altman scare board members? | What’s next for OpenAI? Off English The US releases […]
Politics Briefing: Cindy Woodhouse becomes new national chief of the Assembly of First Nations
Hello, Cindy Woodhouse, a regional chief from Manitoba, is the new national chief of the Assembly of First Nations. The AFN is an advocacy organization that pushes for legislative reforms and budgetary spending for 634 First Nations across Canada. “To Canada and Canadians, we need your support. You have to work with First Nations people […]
Politics Briefing: Cindy Woodhouse becomes new national chief of the Assembly of First Nations
Hello, Cindy Woodhouse, a regional chief from Manitoba, is the new national chief of the Assembly of First Nations. The AFN is an advocacy organization that pushes for legislative reforms and budgetary spending for 634 First Nations across Canada. “To Canada and Canadians, we need your support. You have to work with First Nations people […]
Mint Explainer: Can Google get its AI mojo back with Gemini?
GenAI models are being used to generate content including text, images, audio, video, code and simulations with the help of natural-language prompts. They are being used in at least one business function, said one-third of respondents to a McKinsey Global survey in August. Moreover, 40% of respondents said their organizations would increase investments in AI […]
Mint Explainer: Can Google get its AI mojo back with Gemini?
GenAI models are being used to generate content including text, images, audio, video, code and simulations with the help of natural-language prompts. They are being used in at least one business function, said one-third of respondents to a McKinsey Global survey in August. Moreover, 40% of respondents said their organizations would increase investments in AI […]
Human rights groups urge Canada to sanction Chinese seafood companies for ‘gross violations’
Two human-rights organizations are urging the Canadian government to impose sanctions on seven Chinese business entities, citing evidence that they are responsible for “gross violations” of human rights committed against Uyghur workers in China’s seafood industry. A written submission sent to Global Affairs Canada on Thursday by the two groups, the Uyghur Rights Advocacy Project […]
Human rights groups urge Canada to sanction Chinese seafood companies for ‘gross violations’
Two human-rights organizations are urging the Canadian government to impose sanctions on seven Chinese business entities, citing evidence that they are responsible for “gross violations” of human rights committed against Uyghur workers in China’s seafood industry. A written submission sent to Global Affairs Canada on Thursday by the two groups, the Uyghur Rights Advocacy Project […]
Human rights groups urge Canada to sanction Chinese seafood companies for ‘gross violations’
Two human-rights organizations are urging the Canadian government to impose sanctions on seven Chinese business entities, citing evidence that they are responsible for “gross violations” of human rights committed against Uyghur workers in China’s seafood industry. A written submission sent to Global Affairs Canada on Thursday by the two groups, the Uyghur Rights Advocacy Project […]
Apple Aims to Make a Quarter of the World’s iPhones in India
If the plans are achieved, India would account for a quarter of global iPhone production and take further share toward the end of the decade. China will remain the largest iPhone producer. Apple has gradually boosted its reliance on India in recent years despite challenges including rickety infrastructure and restrictive labor rules that often make […]
Apple Aims to Make a Quarter of the World’s iPhones in India
If the plans are achieved, India would account for a quarter of global iPhone production and take further share toward the end of the decade. China will remain the largest iPhone producer. Apple has gradually boosted its reliance on India in recent years despite challenges including rickety infrastructure and restrictive labor rules that often make […]
Apple Aims to Make a Quarter of the World’s iPhones in India
If the plans are achieved, India would account for a quarter of global iPhone production and take further share toward the end of the decade. China will remain the largest iPhone producer. Apple has gradually boosted its reliance on India in recent years despite challenges including rickety infrastructure and restrictive labor rules that often make […]
TikTok’s anti-Israel bias exposed by Aussie tech entrepreneur
Dec 8, 2023 – 5.00am Australian tech entrepreneur Anthony Goldbloom has taken on TikTok for amplifying pro-Palestine posts to hundreds of millions of users and fuelling antisemitism. Mr Goldbloom analysed social media platforms on the amount of content they are displaying in relation to support for Israel and Palestine since the October 7 terrorist attacks […]
‘Hot dad’ Andrew Papadopoulos to get parents into shape as gym studios Fitstop, Revo flex muscles up north
Fitness studios are flexing their muscles in Perth’s northern suburbs, with two new venues opening within days of each other. Fitstop opened in Joondalup on December 2 and Revo Fitness opened a Clarkson studio on December 4. Both venues are hoping to tap into the area’s growing numbers, with the population in the City of […]
HEADLINES: Jobless rate drops to 4.2% in October | Dec. 8, 2023
Good day. Here are the top stories of The Manila Times for Friday, Dec. 8, 2023. Today’s podcast is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, the Philippines’ leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer — your trusted building partner. Jobless rate drops to 4.2 % in October Get the latest news delivered to your inbox […]
HEADLINES: Jobless rate drops to 4.2% in October | Dec. 8, 2023
Good day. Here are the top stories of The Manila Times for Friday, Dec. 8, 2023. Today’s podcast is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, the Philippines’ leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer — your trusted building partner. Jobless rate drops to 4.2 % in October Get the latest news delivered to your inbox […]
Democracy activist Agnes Chow says she still feels under the watch of Hong Kong police while in Canada
Open this photo in gallery: Pro-democracy activist Agnes Chow, released from prison after serving nearly seven months for her role in an unauthorized assembly during the city’s 2019 anti-government protests, in Hong Kong, China, in 2021.TYRONE SIU/Reuters Pro-democracy activist Agnes Chow, who left Hong Kong for Canada and doesn’t plan to return to fulfill her […]
Democracy activist Agnes Chow says she still feels under the watch of Hong Kong police while in Canada
Open this photo in gallery: Pro-democracy activist Agnes Chow, released from prison after serving nearly seven months for her role in an unauthorized assembly during the city’s 2019 anti-government protests, in Hong Kong, China, in 2021.TYRONE SIU/Reuters Pro-democracy activist Agnes Chow, who left Hong Kong for Canada and doesn’t plan to return to fulfill her […]
Key takeaways from the final Republican presidential debate of 2023
None of the four Republican presidential candidates who clashed in Alabama on Wednesday night in this year’s final GOP debate were named Donald Trump — and none seemed to do anything that would propel them past the absent frontrunner in the polls. But with less than six weeks to go before the Iowa caucuses, Florida […]