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A Colorful and Whacky Home in LA with an Underwater Bathroom

Reported 7 months ago

The Gracia house in Los Angeles is an eccentric three-bedroom property filled with vibrant colors and unique design choices, such as an underwater-blue second bathroom. Homeowners Alex Bach and Jake Fuller worked with designer Leah Ring to bring their love of kitsch to life, resulting in rooms inspired by different eras and themes, like the '70s-inspired living room and the Japanese-inspired primary bathroom with a plant built into the vanity. The entire home embraces a no-white-walls rule, except for the clean Scandinavian midcentury-inspired kitchen. The colorful and whimsical interior design of the home reflects the owners' desire for a space that is totally unique and unconventional.

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Aon, Development Finance Corp offer $350 million in Ukraine war insurance

Reported 7 months ago

Insurance broker Aon and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation are collaborating to provide a $350 million war insurance program for Ukraine, with $300 million designated for the healthcare and agricultural sectors, and $50 million for war reinsurance. The initiative aims to facilitate capital investment and economic recovery, as Western insurers have withdrawn from insuring Ukraine following Russia's invasion in 2022, hindering business operations in the country. DFC CEO Scott Nathan expressed hope that this program would lead to additional deals with local insurers, noting the challenging yet recovering Ukrainian economy.

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Soderstrom's two-run shot gives A's late chance vs. Padres

Reported 7 months ago

During the Oakland A’s 4-3 loss to the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night, Soderstrom hit a crucial two-run shot, providing the A's with a late chance against the Padres. Analysts Brodie Brazil and Dave Stewart discussed this key moment on 'A’s Postgame Live' on NBC Sports Bay Area.

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EU 治 '暴' 威胁,设立高达 38% 关税应对中国电动车

Reported 7 months ago

欧盟指定中国电动车的威胁,并拟定了高达 38% 的关税,预计自 7 月 4 日起生效,以对抗其自己的产业。欧盟正在对其声称涌入贸易集团的价格便宜、政府补贴的中国车辆进行调查,未参与调查的中国 EV 制造商将面临 38.1% 的关税。此外,EU 还影响了一些在中国生产某些 EV 的非中国汽车公司,包括 BMW 等欧盟类汽车公司。

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Russian Warships Conduct Live-Fire Exercises Near Cuba, Asserting Power Against U.S.

Reported 7 months ago

Ahead of the US-Russia peace summit, Russian warships equipped with hypersonic missiles sailed to Cuba and conducted live-fire exercises in the Atlantic, only 145 kilometers from the US, sending a clear message of intimidation. The advanced patrol ship 'Marshal Shaposhnikov' and nuclear-powered attack submarine 'Kazan' were among the vessels, with the former carrying the latest 'Zircon' hypersonic missiles, aiming to deter Washington. Despite not carrying nuclear weapons, Russia also held tactical nuclear exercises with Belarus as a show of force prior to the summit, indicating their willingness to use such weapons if necessary.

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Oasis 重新組合謠言再起,Liam 的演出現場發現 “專為 Noel Gallagher 預留的座位”

Reported 7 months ago

搖滾樂團 Oasis 的重新組合謠言再度升溫,因在 Liam 的演出現場被發現一個專為 Noel Gallagher 預留的座位。這觸發粉絲對兩兄弟是否可能和解、重新合作的猜測。此前,Oasis 曾於2009年因兄弟間及樂團成員之間的激烈爭吵解散,而在最近 Noel 被預留的座位上的標記被證實只是一場惡作劇。親近 Gallagher 團隊的消息人士向《獨立報》透露,搖滾明星 Noel 實際上與這個預留的座位無關,很可能只是「接待方的某人在開玩笑」。

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Legendary investor Peter Lynch's advice on investing in overpriced stock market

Reported 7 months ago

Legendary investor Peter Lynch shares advice on how to navigate overpriced stock markets by avoiding popular stocks that are overvalued and seeking fair deals on niche stocks that are fairly valued. Lynch suggests researching deeply within one's area of expertise and waiting for opportunities where stocks are discounted, rather than investing in popular stocks that are priced for perfection in current frothy market conditions.

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Southern Baptists expel Virginia church for endorsing women pastors

Reported 7 months ago

The Southern Baptist Convention voted to expel First Baptist Church of Alexandria in Virginia for affirming women can serve as pastors, including in senior roles. The church's beliefs conflicted with the Baptist Faith and Message, which states only men are qualified for the role of pastor. Despite the expulsion, the Alexandria church expressed a desire to continue cooperation with Southern Baptists, emphasizing their commitment to advancing the gospel. Southern Baptist delegates are now considering adding a ban on churches with women pastors to the SBC's constitution, with a final vote pending this year.

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Rio Tinto Acquires Mitsubishi's Stake in Boyne Smelters

Reported 7 months ago

Rio Tinto has agreed to acquire 11.65% stake in Boyne Smelters Ltd from Mitsubishi Corporation, aiming to boost its ownership in the Australian aluminium smelter in Gladstone. The acquisition, whose financial details are undisclosed, is part of Mitsubishi's aluminum portfolio reshuffling. Rio Tinto's commitment includes working with joint venture partners to secure a competitive, low-carbon future for the smelter, which has been operational since 1982 and is Australia's second-largest. The acquisition is set to close in the second half of 2024.

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Critical Metals to acquire controlling stake in Greenland REE project

Reported 7 months ago

Critical Metals, a US-based company, has signed a heads of agreement with Rimbal to purchase a controlling stake in the Tanbreez Rare Earth Mine in Greenland for $211m. The deal will position Critical Metals as a key supplier of critical minerals in Europe and North America. The Tanbreez Project, with an estimated resource of 4.7 billion tonnes of rare earth elements, is strategically located near transportation facilities and is set to meet the increasing demand for REEs in the technology and defense industries.

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加拿大投入730萬美元支持關鍵礦產開採

Reported 7 months ago

加拿大政府宣布將投入1,000萬加幣(726萬美元)支持安大略北部的關鍵礦產開採。政府向Mining Innovation Rehabilitation and Applied Research Corp(MIRARCO)和Electra Battery Materials各投入500萬加幣(363萬美元),以應對電池金屬的全球需求。加拿大能源和自然資源部長Jonathan Wilkinson表示,今天向Electra和MIRARCO總共投資1,000萬加幣將有助於推動加拿大和安大略北部的關鍵礦產價值鏈發展,促進礦產和能源安全,創造就業機會,支持經濟機會,以支持建設更清潔的加拿大和為所有人帶來繁榮可持續的經濟。

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Premium Nickel Resources upsizes private placement for Botswana projects

Reported 7 months ago

Premium Nickel Resources has increased its private placement for its Botswana projects to approximately C$27.5m from the initially announced C$15m, due to heightened investor interest. The company has secured the full amount and maintained the original terms of C$0.78 per unit. Partnering with EdgePoint Investment Group and another investor, the company is set to issue over 7.69 million shares each, gaining a 14.1% stake post-transaction. The funds will be used for advancing Botswana assets and corporate needs, with the offering set for closure on June 14, 2024.

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Dewatered tailings: revolutionizing mining risk reduction in Australia

Reported 7 months ago

After the devastating Brumadinho tailings dam breach in Brazil in 2019, the mining industry focused on improving tailings management globally. The Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GIST) recommends alternative technologies like dewatered tailings to reduce risks. This technology removes water from ore processing waste, with potential benefits including risk reduction, water conservation, lower costs, and resource extraction. Adopting dewatered tailings could greatly benefit miners in Australia, particularly due to water scarcity and stricter environmental regulations.

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Energy Fuels开始在犹他州实现稀土元素商业分离生产

Reported 7 months ago

美国铀生产商Energy Fuels在犹他州的White Mesa Mill开始商业生产NdPr,并达到了新一阶段稀土元素(REE)分离电路的全设计产能。该公司生产的NdPr符合稀土元素金属制造商制造永磁体所需规格,对电动汽车和混合动力系统至关重要。Energy Fuels已完成第一阶段REE分离电路的建设,估计到2024年6月底将有可供运输的商业数量的分离NdPr。这一成就值得注意,因为这标志着美国公司几十年来首次商业规模地从独居石中生产符合规格的分离REE。Energy Fuels一直在从Chemours Company在佛罗里达和乔治亚州的操作中提取犬牙石中的NdPr,并且成功将REE分离工艺整合到铀精矿加工工厂,铀加工活动计划于2024年第三季度进行。该公司预计在2024年第二季度生产25-35吨符合规格的分离NdPr,随后计划生产钐加重稀土精矿和从独居石原料中回收铀。Energy Fuels的最终目标是通过实现重REES的钆和铽的中试分离,满足金属和合金制造的规格。在NdPr生产之后,Energy Fuels将专注于铀生产,预计2024年生产15-50万磅三氧化三铀(U3O8),并计划于2025年增加产量。

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DY6獲得馬拉威東杜盧罕見土壤項目執照

Reported 7 months ago

澳洲礦業公司DY6 Metals已獲得馬拉威礦務部門發放的東杜盧罕見土壤項目執照。該項目位於南馬拉威,是一個以富含稀土元素和鈮礦化而聞名的碳酸鹽岩礦床。主要感興趣的地點,納塔斯山,一直是歷史表層採樣和鑽探的焦點。

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May Stock Recovery as Economy Sends Mixed Signals

Reported 7 months ago

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台灣高溫致熱傷害案例翻倍

Reported 7 months ago

隨著台灣高溫持續,衛福部今日宣布緊急警告,指出熱傷害病例急增。根據新聞稿,2024年4月,尋求治療熱傷害的人數較去年翻倍,從111起飆升至231例。這一驚人增加促使衛生官員呼籲民眾採取預防措施。衛福部長吳昭軍強調夏季活動時避免或減少暴露在高溫下,建議保持涼爽、補充水分並留意身心狀況以預防熱傷害。針對六個高危險群體,包括嬰兒、65歲以上的人、患有慢性疾病的個人、戶外工作者、運動員以及超重者,吳特別提醒他們對熱傷害症狀要保持警覺。熱傷害的症狀可能包括無法出汗、頭痛、頭暈、惡心和嘔吐,甚至嚴重時出現混亂、抽搐甚至失去意識等。吳強調任何有這些症狀的人應立即尋找更涼爽的環境並降低體溫,必要時應立即就醫。隨著台灣持續面臨極端高溫,衛福部的警告提醒民眾在這個挑戰時期優先考慮健康與安全。

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Female College Student Attacked on Bus by Random Woman, Pulling Hair and Slapping Innocent Victim

Reported 7 months ago

In Taichung on June 12, 2024, at 7:55 am, a female college student was on her way to school on a bus when she was suddenly attacked by a stranger who slapped her and pulled her hair. Thankfully, vigilant passengers assisted in restraining the assailant until the police arrived. The female college student decided to press charges to prevent further harm to others. The incident occurred at Wufeng, Zhongxing, Nei Xin Street intersection, where the aggressor had already been showing erratic behavior on the bus before targeting the young student.

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2024美國公開賽:如何觀看高爾夫錦標賽,發球時間等

Reported 7 months ago

今天推薦本文,為您解釋如何觀看2024年美國公開賽高爾夫錦標賽,包括直播頻道、串流管道、美國公開賽轉播時間、發球時間等資訊。比賽於北卡羅來納州的Pinehurst No. 2球場舉行,參賽者包括Scottie Scheffler、Tiger Woods、Brooks Koepka和Rory McIlroy等高爾夫球壇知名選手。

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Too Close! Man Smashes Car with a Bat, Escapes in Car Chase

Reported 7 months ago

On June 12, 2024, in Taipei at 7:55 a.m., a driver passing through Beitou District was abruptly stopped on the main road and attacked with a bat by another person, causing fear. The attacker fled, but the victim, filled with anger, chased and engaged in a car chase on the street. The incident caused chaos on the road with innocent bystanders trying to keep a distance. The police arrested the suspect for crimes including damage and obstruction of freedom and continue to investigate the case.

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64 Boxes of Canned Goods Embezzlement Case Verdict in Matsu: Military Officer Sentenced to Prison

Reported 7 months ago

Last year, Matsu stationed soldiers wrote 'No meat in the military kitchen' on the beach, leading to investigation. It was discovered that Maritime Patrol in Matsu involved in embezzling 64 boxes of military canned goods, with the chief of staff sentenced to 3 years in prison. The illegal proceeds were over 50,000 yuan. Others involved in the case were also sentenced, except for one who was found innocent due to lack of knowledge. This incident unfolded after the plea for meat by the Matsu military garnered attention and investigations, resulting in apologies from the Army Commander and additional food provisions being allocated.

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Inflation Test Awaited by Fed Amid Powell's Patience

Reported 7 months ago

The Federal Reserve is expected to maintain high interest rates to combat persistent inflation risks despite market expectations for rate cuts, with Chairman Jerome Powell seeking more evidence of slowing inflation. The Commerce Department will release May consumer price inflation data prior to the Fed's announcements. While some analysts anticipate moderating inflation pressures, recent strong jobs reports and economic growth may challenge rate cut expectations. The Fed's cautious approach contrasts with recent rate cuts by other central banks, emphasizing the need for data-driven decision-making.

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Taiwan to distribute 3M free COVID-19 tests amid sixth wave

Reported 7 months ago

In response to the sixth wave of the Omicron variant, Taiwan's Centers for Disease Control and the Taiwan Medical Association will distribute 3 million free home testing kits across 2,000 clinics nationwide starting in July. With local COVID-19 cases increasing, the initiative aims to help individuals promptly determine symptoms of COVID-19 for early detection. The distribution is part of efforts to enhance pandemic prevention and better equip medical institutions and the public in handling the ongoing crisis.

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Final Federal Approval for NYC's $16 Billion Gateway Tunnel Project

Reported 7 months ago

New York City's long-awaited $16 billion rail tunnel project connecting New York and New Jersey has finally received the last approval from the federal government for its full funding agreement of $6.88 billion. The Gateway project aims to alleviate congestion under the Hudson River and enhance rail transportation along the US East Coast, particularly in the Northeast corridor. The approval marks a significant milestone in the efforts to improve the region's infrastructure.

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EU to Impose Up to 48% Tariffs on Chinese Electric Cars: Reactions

Reported 7 months ago

The European Commission has informed car manufacturers that tariffs on imported electric cars from China will increase from 10% to a maximum of 48.1% to counter the dumping of surplus electric cars in Europe due to Chinese subsidy policies. Reactions from the European auto industry vary, with strong opposition from Germany, which heavily relies on the Chinese market. The Chinese automotive association criticizes the move, while some European entities support it to protect fair competition and the industry's future. Various stakeholders express concerns and positions, ranging from advocating for free and fair trade to highlighting the need for competitive measures for a level playing field.

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