China suspends youth jobless data after record high readings
China suspended publication of its youth jobless data on Tuesday, saying it needed to review the methodology behind the closely watched benchmark, which has hit record highs in one of many warning signs for the world’s second-largest economy. Weak data The decision announced shortly after the release of weaker-than-expected factory and retail sales data sparked […]
China’s suspension of youth jobless data draws public ire
Aug 15 (Reuters) – China suspended publication of its youth jobless data on Tuesday, saying it needed to review the methodology behind the closely watched benchmark, which has hit record highs in one of many warning signs for the world’s second-largest economy. The decision announced shortly after the release of weaker-than-expected factory and retail sales […]
Man dead after accident on Whistler mountain biking trail
Family has identified the man found dead on a local mountain bike trail Thursday as longtime Whistler resident Brannen Maloney. In a release, Sea to Sky RCMP said police initially responded to a call reporting the sudden death of an adult male on a local trail at approximately 11:20 a.m. on Aug. 10. Whistler RCMP issued a […]
Evening Update: Hawaii’s governor warns that scores more people could be found dead following wildfires on Maui
Good evening, let’s start with today’s top stories: Hawaii’s governor warned that scores more people could be found dead following the Maui wildfires as search crews go street by street through neighbourhoods where the flames galloped as fast as a mile a minute. Such crews had covered just 3 per cent of the search area […]
Ireland v England: Kick off time, TV channel and team news ahead of World Cup warm-up match
When and where is it on? Ireland’s second Rugby World Cup warm-up match is against England on Saturday at the Aviva Stadium, kick-off at 5.30pm. Andy Farrell’s team are playing for places and form heading into the September 8th tournament kick-off in Paris. How can I watch it? Ireland v England is live on both […]
HEADLINES: Marcos pushes pay hike for teachers | Aug. 15, 2023
Good day. Here are the stories for The Manila Times for Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Today’s episode is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, The Philippines’ leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer—your Trusted Building Partner. READ: Marcos pushes pay hike for teachers Get the latest news delivered to your inbox Sign up for The […]
Emergency incident: Flight returns to Sydney after passenger ‘threatens to blow plane up’
A passenger has been arrested after a flight from Australia to Malaysia was flown back to Sydney in what police called an “emergency incident”. The Airbus A330 plane returned to Sydney Airport after more than three hours into its eight-hour journey to Kuala Lumpur due to a “disruptive passenger”, Malaysia Airlines said. The incident involving […]
Emergency incident: Flight returns to Sydney after passenger ‘threatens to blow plane up’
A passenger has been arrested after a flight from Australia to Malaysia was flown back to Sydney in what police called an “emergency incident”. The Airbus A330 plane returned to Sydney Airport after more than three hours into its eight-hour journey to Kuala Lumpur due to a “disruptive passenger”, Malaysia Airlines said. The incident involving […]
Sydney Airport emergency: Flights grounded after passenger threat on Malaysia Airlines flight forces plane to turn back
FLIGHTS at Sydney Airport were grounded after a plane was forced to turn back following an “emergency incident” in the air. Police have swarmed the scene after reports that a passenger onboard Malaysian Airlines flight 122 was “threatening staff.” 2 Footage of the alleged mid-air confrontation has been circulating onlineCredit: Twitter 2 The passenger on […]
Morning Bid: Will China pull the stimulus trigger?
Aug 14 (Reuters) – A look at the day ahead in Asian markets from Jamie McGeever, financial markets columnist. Asian markets will get key economic signals this week that could determine monetary policy in the continent’s two biggest economies – retail sales and industrial production and house prices from China, and Japanese GDP and inflation. […]
Alibaba is doubling down on A.I. – Chinese stocks to watch
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba is declaring a new era. “We believe the growth opportunity driven by AI services have just begun,” management said in a conference call with analysts Thursday. They’re claiming “strong demand” for training artificial intelligence models on the cloud — so much that they can’t meet all the requests due to a […]
Katharine McPhee keeps a low profile at airport following nanny’s sudden death
Katharine McPhee tried to keep a low profile at LAX airport as she was seen for the first time following news of her son’s nanny’s sudden death. The singer-songwriter, 39, looked somber as she made her way through baggage claim at the Los Angeles airport Friday. For the travel day, McPhee sported gray sweatpants and […]
Death toll in China mudslide rises to 21, with six people missing
BEIJING (AP) — The death toll from a mudslide triggered by heavy rain on the outskirts of the western Chinese city of Xi’an rose to 21 on Sunday and rescuers were still looking for six missing people, the government said. The mudslide and a flash flood Friday evening also damaged a highway and knocked out […]
China condemns visit of ‘troublemaker’ Taiwan vice-president to US
Aug 13, 2023 – 5.34pm Beijing | China’s foreign ministry on Sunday condemned a brief US visit by Taiwan vice-president William Lai, saying he was a separatist and “troublemaker through and through” and Beijing would take strong steps to protect its sovereignty. Mr Lai, front-runner to be Taiwan’s next president at elections in January, arrived […]
Republican Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Raps Eminem’s “Lose Yourself” At Iowa State Fair
Vivek Ramaswamy, who is currently third in the polling for the upcoming Republican presidential primaries, rapped the lyrics to Eminem’s iconic song, “Lose Yourself,” at the Iowa State Fair on Saturday. Multiple clips of the performance have been circulating on social media throughout the day. In one of the clips, he raps: “It don’t matter, […]
China vows ‘vigorous’ response to US visit by Taiwan vice president
China’s foreign ministry has criticised a brief US visit by Taiwan vice president William Lai, saying he was a separatist and “troublemaker through and through” and Beijing would take strong steps to protect its sovereignty. Lai, a frontrunner to be Taiwan’s next president at elections in January, arrived in New York late on Saturday for […]
China property concerns grow as another big developer is on the brink
Bloomberg News Aug 13, 2023 – 11.06am Less than two years after China Evergrande Group’s default sent shockwaves around the world, an even larger Chinese developer is on the brink. Country Garden Holdings Co’s bonds and shares have plunged this week after bondholders failed to receive coupon payments of two-dollar notes by an initial deadline, […]
China condemns visit of ‘troublemaker’ Taiwan VP to US
BEIJING/TAIPEI, Aug 13 (Reuters) – China on Sunday condemned a brief U.S. visit by Taiwan Vice President William Lai, saying he was a separatist and “troublemaker through and through” and Beijing would take strong steps to protect its sovereignty, drawing a rebuke from Taipei. Lai, front-runner to be Taiwan’s next president at elections in January, […]
International Youth Day 2023: Angel Yeast Paves Path for Young Employees, Supporting Sustainable Talent Development
YICHANG, China, Aug. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — World’s leading yeast manufacturer Angel Yeast (SH600298) is celebrating the 23rd International Youth Day on August 12 with a commitment to providing a leading platform and opportunities for youth development and continually scaling up investments to support the fast and sustainable growth of young employees. The theme of […]
Taiwan vice president to leave for sensitive trip to United States
TAIPEI, Aug 12 (Reuters) – Taiwan Vice President William Lai leaves on Saturday for a sensitive trip to the United States, which China has condemned and Taiwanese officials fear could prompt more Chinese military activity around the democratically governed island. Lai, the front-runner to become Taiwan’s president in elections in January, is officially making only […]
Prince Harry’s solo trip without Meghan Markle shows ‘strong foundation of trust’
Meghan Markle‘s decision to stay in Los Angeles as Prince Harry continues his tour of Asia shows positive signs of a “strong foundation of trust”, according to one relationship expert. The Duke of Sussex has recently jetted off for a trip to Asia without his wife Meghan as he was recently been spotted heading to […]
Indira Gandhi’s speech, Ravi Shankar’s concert-Master Sound shaped Independent India’s voice
Social media has transformed how politicians and celebrities take their message to the masses — with one click, a tweet reaches millions. But before the internet and television, it was companies like Master Sound that amplified their voices. Everyone, from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel to Indira Gandhi turned to this company’s microphones and speakers for their […]
Giannis Antetokounmpo to miss FIBA World Cup
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo will not suit up for his native Greece in the upcoming FIBA World Cup in Manila as he continues to recover from knee surgery. Antetokounmpo took to social media to announce that he is not physically ready to play. “Everyone knows my passion and love for my National Team has […]
Manchester United need to avoid doing something they have not done in 50 years vs Wolves
Manchester United will be determined to hit the ground running when they face Wolves in their Premier League opener at Old Trafford on Monday evening. United are going to be expected to push on following an impressive first year under Erik ten Hag. Last season was littered with success and there is optimism around the […]
Women’s World Cup: Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold helps shed light on hearing loss for rising athletes
Mackenzie Arnold has won millions of fans across the country thanks to her star turn as the Matildas goalkeeper at the Women’s World Cup. Key points: Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold shared on social media the day she received a hearing aid The Australian Women’s Deaf Football team could not raise enough money to play in its […]
BEYOND LOCAL: Australia pulling for Matildas to advance in Women’s World Cup
AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) — Australia will try to avoid the host team curse by avoiding elimination in the quarterfinals of the Women’s World Cup. The Matildas have co-hosted this tournament with New Zealand, but the Football Ferns failed to advance out of group play. Australia is still playing and faces France on Saturday in […]
BEYOND LOCAL: Australia pulling for Matildas to advance in Women’s World Cup
AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) — Australia will try to avoid the host team curse by avoiding elimination in the quarterfinals of the Women’s World Cup. The Matildas have co-hosted this tournament with New Zealand, but the Football Ferns failed to advance out of group play. Australia is still playing and faces France on Saturday in […]
Politics Briefing: Illness forces Green Party leader to rely on train for travels to Ottawa for security clearance process
Hello, Barred from flying on her doctor’s orders, the Leader of the Green Party of Canada is taking the long way from British Columbia, where she lives, to the nation’s capital. MPs usually fly into Ottawa for political business, but Elizabeth May was scheduled on Friday to begin a train ride from Vancouver. She’s heading […]