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More pessimistic forecasts for China’s long-awaited Third Plenum, which begins on Monday, suggest that the financial sector will remain constrained despite slowing economic growth. Meanwhile, more support for tech and manufacturing is widely expected. “For investors, it’s not necessarily bad news because everyone knows exactly where the money is going,” Dan Wang, chief economist at Hang Seng Bank in China, told me last week. He expects growth to slow in the near term, though, as Beijing tackles its longer-term priorities. “Industry is a big driver.”[ials]”Finance must return to its original form, prevent the transition from the real to the virtual…
AT&T announced Friday that call and text message records for nearly all of its mobile phone customers had been exposed in a data breach.The company said in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that it learned in April that customer data had been illegally downloaded from AT&T Workspaces on a third-party cloud platform.The company said it is working with law enforcement to apprehend those involved in the incident, and that at least one person has been arrested.The Federal Communications Commission said in a social media post on Friday morning that it was “continuing its investigation into the AT&T…
Shobita Dhulipala is known for her experimental fashion choices. For instance, at the 77th Cannes Film Festival this year, the actress shone in a sparkly jumpsuit amid a crowd full of gorgeous gowns. The words that best describe her style are edgy, unexpected and subversive. She was recently in Hyderabad to attend the opening of fashion brand Qbik’s flagship store in Banjara Hills. Lounge We spoke to the “Made in Heaven” star about her personal style and more. Edited excerpts: You’re known for your distinctive style – how important are trends to you?I don’t know if I’m a fashion-forward person,…
“Political violence has no place in a democracy,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wrote to X, adding that she was “deeply shocked by the shooting.” I am deeply shocked by the shooting that occurred at a campaign rally for former President Trump. We pray for a speedy recovery for Donald Trump and offer our condolences to the families of the innocent victims.Political violence has no place in a democracy.— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) July 14, 2024 “Political violence has absolutely no place in a democracy,” European Council President Charles Michel said. “I strongly condemn the attack on…
Down icon An icon in the shape of a downward angle. George Ziamniski (62, not pictured) lives off Social Security benefits and a part-time salary from Walmart. WestEnd61/Getty Images George Ziamniski, 62, lives in Pennsylvania on Social Security and a Walmart paycheck.He lives frugally and doesn’t need to make large retirement savings, he said. But many seniors earn just below the federal poverty line and are unsure whether they will be able to retire. George Ziamniski, 62, said he doesn’t need too many.He works two or three days a week. He cashes his monthly Social Security check at a Walmart…
Earlier this month, her family received a call from an unidentified person demanding a ransom of 1 million yuan (US$137,800).Yang’s friends reported the incident to Thai police on Friday, saying they suspected Yang was in danger after they had not heard from her since June 30, when she told them she was planning to go to Phuket in two days.According to Thai media reports, Thai police have identified a 32-year-old Chinese man, Ma Qingyan, as a suspect in the case.Thai police launched a massive search on Friday in the area believed to have been Yang’s last known location and discovered…
The Cincinnati Bengals are gearing up for a bounce-back season after missing the playoffs last year. With Joe Burrow back and healthy and Tee Higgins ready to go, the team has added a number of players to fill roster needs. Sports Illustrated recently released their top 12 teams that are genuine contenders to win the Super Bowl, and the Bengals made the list… The Bengals have appeared in consecutive AFC Championship Games in the two seasons Burrow has played full-year, and the team is eager to get back to that level of play. Connor Ohl of Sports Illustrated wrote, “I…
He played four Test matches between 1964 and 1967 and became the first Pakistani batsman to score a hundred on Test match debut.By ESPNcricinfo StaffJuly 14, 2024 • 1 hour agoBilly Ibadullah is the first Pakistani player to score a hundred on Test debut. PA Photo/Getty ImagesFormer Pakistan all-rounder Billy Ibadullah passed away on Friday at the age of 88. He played four Test matches between 1964 and 1967 and was the first Pakistani batsman to score a hundred on Test match debut.Ibadullah made his Test match debut against Australia at Karachi in 1964, scoring 166 in the first innings.…
With Amazon Prime Day set for July 16 and 17, there are only a couple more sleeps until the main shopping event begins, but that hasn’t stopped the retail giant from dropping prices across the board. There are dozens of early Prime Day sales, with new deals constantly being added. And of course, other retail giants can’t be left out. Competitors like Target and Walmart are slashing prices on many of their items as well. With so many deals to be had, it can get confusing as to who’s offering what. Lucky for you, our team of shopping experts is ready to use their skills around the…
Sparks fly, rumors fly, and so do the Swifties.Southwest Airlines will be adding extra flights to accommodate fans hoping to see Taylor Swift when her Eraser Tour returns to the US this fall.”Southwest Airlines is excited to welcome Swift’s fans and looks forward to celebrating with them as they travel to see one of the most successful female artists of all time,” the low-cost airline said in a news release this week.The star will bring his record-breaking tour to Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on October 18th, 19th and 20th, and New Orleans’ Caesars Superdome on October 25th, 26th and 27th.The…