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Hu Xijin, who has more than 20 million followers on the social media platform Weibo and was editor-in-chief of state-run tabloid Global Times until his retirement in 2021, is one of millions trying to recover from a $1.3 trillion loss. 01:15China’s second-quarter growth hits 4.7%, below expectationsChina’s second-quarter growth hits 4.7%, below expectationsIn a social media post last week, Hu revealed that he had an unrealized loss of 100,000 yuan ($13,792) on a stock portfolio worth 700,000 yuan.Hu first attracted attention in June last year when he announced his decision to invest in stocks with an initial investment of 200,000…

Hu Xijin, who has more than 20 million followers on the social media platform Weibo and was editor-in-chief of state-run tabloid Global Times until his retirement in 2021, is one of millions trying to recover from a $1.3 trillion loss. 01:15China’s second-quarter growth hits 4.7%, below expectationsChina’s second-quarter growth hits 4.7%, below expectationsIn a social media post last week, Hu revealed that he had an unrealized loss of 100,000 yuan ($13,792) on a stock portfolio worth 700,000 yuan.Hu first attracted attention in June last year when he announced his decision to invest in stocks with an initial investment of 200,000…

BOSTON — The Yankees believe they’ve added depth to their roster with the acquisition of Jazz Chisholm Jr., but they may be surprised by how they plan to use the speedster. The 26-year-old Chisholm was acquired from the Marlins on Saturday in exchange for three minor league prospects and played center field as the fifth hitter in Sunday’s game against the Red Sox at Fenway Park. Though Chisholm has spent the majority of his career at the leadoff position (192 starts in 403 games), Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he envisions using Chisholm in the middle of the lineup, noting…

Over the past 12 months, market headlines have been dominated by technology, AI, and bull market news. It’s no secret that the explosive growth of AI has driven the rise of technology stocks on the market, but its success has led to the question: is this just a bubble? That question may be answered soon, with early earnings numbers from companies including Alphabet, Texas Instruments and Seagate all showing positive results. Now, equity analysts at Deutsche Bank are keeping a close eye on two other big tech companies with upcoming earnings releases that could provide further insight into the direction…

For Jennifer Lopez, a trip to New York isn’t just a trip to New York. It’s a trip with photographers following your every move. If you’ve been keeping an eye on Jennifer Lopez’s travels, you may have noticed that she’s been spending a lot of time in the Big Apple in 2024. As someone whose job it is to report on how J.Lo (and others, of course) dresses, I’ve been studying her New York outfits throughout the year and have found that she favors a somewhat casual, yet glamorous and sophisticated style in New York. Speaking of casual, Lopez often…

Happy Sunday to everyone on the Central Coast. The cold weather trend is slowly coming to an end but will continue through Monday. However, starting on Tuesday, a warmer trend will begin. Make sure you have your jacket handy as temperatures will remain below normal through Monday.Weather Headlines: – Temperatures are expected to remain 3 to 6 degrees below normal on Monday as a weak upper-level low moves through California.- Temperatures will begin to rise from Tuesday and are expected to increase by 1-3 degrees each day through the weekend.- Monsoon moisture could bring light rain and thunderstorms to the…

Use overseas Chinese Yuan China’s economic growth grew significantly last year, driven by its pivotal role in the global supply chain and continued high-quality economic development, according to a new study.The Renminbi Internationalization Index is Chinese currency performs well globallyChina’s economic growth rate is expected to grow 22.9% year-on-year in 2023, according to a report released Saturday by Renmin University of China.”As the quality of a country’s financial system improves in the course of serving global supply chains, the basis for using that country’s currency will strengthen,” the report said.” Internationalization of the Renminbi “Despite a challenging external environment that…

Coach Steve Kerr’s USA Basketball team put in some impressive performances in pre-Olympic games, effortlessly showcasing the skills of its star-studded roster, which boasts a talented roster that includes big names like LeBron James, Jayson Tatum and Kevin Durant.Stephen Curry and Joel Embiid will be playing in their first Olympic Games, though LeBron James has hinted it may be their last. The U.S. team, which has traditionally only won gold medals since the 2008 Beijing Olympics, is seeking its 17th Olympic gold medal.Team USA’s quest for the gold medal will not be easy, as they will have to beat some…

Members of the public watch the women’s football match between Nigeria and Brazil at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Bordeaux, France. Christophe Archambault | AFP | Getty ImagesWas it Parisians who explicitly told tourists not to come to Paris during the Summer Olympics?Or are the rising costs of hotel rooms, home rentals and event tickets driving tourists away? Despite predictions that a travel boom was almost certain, many people in Paris, including locals, were avoiding the city for a variety of reasons before the Olympics, and predictions often focus on the number of people expected to attend the Olympics,…

MARSEILLE, France — Emma Hayes can’t have too many complaints after this one. The United States women’s soccer team defeated Germany, 4-1, in the second match of group play at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Sunday. And like in the opener against Zambia, the scoring came early and often before the Americans cruised to a relatively stress-free victory with three goals by halftime for the second straight contest. “It was fun. I actually really enjoyed the game,” Hayes said afterward. “My agent texted me and said ‘I enjoyed it. I bet you didn’t.’ I was like ‘No, I really enjoyed the game.’…