Reported 11 months ago
Zara is taking its successful live shopping concept from China to the UK, Europe, and the United States, aiming to engage Western shoppers with a format already popular in China. The fast-fashion brand's live shopping shows in China has boosted sales, presenting a new way to interact with consumers through entertainment. Zara's Western expansion is expected to launch between August and October, using its app and website for shorter, interactive shows with a focus on friendly and casual engagement.
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Reported 11 months ago
Wall Street investors are analyzing the potential impact of a second term for Donald Trump on the stock market, dollar, and bonds as the November election approaches. Despite Trump's recent felony conviction, market participants believe he still has a strong chance of winning, with his policies expected to affect various sectors. Projections include a boost in stock market and dollar values, but concerns about inflation, bond prices, and foreign investment in U.S. debt remain. The options market anticipates increased volatility leading up to the election.
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Reported 11 months ago
The Doctor Blake Mysteries Season 2 premiered in 2014 with 10 episodes, available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The series follows Dr. Lucien Blake in Ballarat as he takes on his late father's medical practice and police surgeon role, facing intriguing cases. Starring Craig McLachlan, the show offers a mix of drama and mystery. Viewers can subscribe to Amazon Prime Video to watch the latest international releases along with The Doctor Blake Mysteries Season 2.
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Reported 11 months ago
According to Nobel laureate Paul Krugman, China's leaders are unwilling to increase government spending to support consumer demand, focusing instead on production. Krugman warned that China's economic model is unsustainable due to inadequate domestic spending and should prioritize demand over production. Additionally, economist Stephen Roach expressed concerns over Beijing's lackluster economic environment, contrasting predictions for more supportive policies from Chinese policy advisor Li Daokui. Krugman also addressed Japan's apprehension over a weakening yen, emphasizing its potential benefits for the country's economy. This comes amidst Japan's efforts to defend the yen and potential rate hikes by the Bank of Japan.
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Reported 11 months ago
根據《Financial Times》的報導，Blackstone將提高對Hipgnosis Songs Fund的報價一分至1.31美元，原本價格為1.30美元，作為一項修訂出價，該出價將使該公司的估值接近16億美元。這筆交易需要Hipgnosis 75%的投票股東批准，Hipgnosis持有藝人如夏奇拉和紅辣椒樂團的音樂版權。這項報價還需要英國接管委員會的批准，交易的公告可能會在周一早些時候出現。Blackstone和Hipgnosis尚未立即回覆路透社的置詢。
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Reported 11 months ago
Share markets opened the week positively, driven by increased factory activity in Asia, particularly in China, Japan, and South Korea. Oil prices rose following OPEC+ agreement to extend oil output cuts until 2025. Indian markets anticipate record highs as election results are awaited, with analysts at BofA expressing optimism about India's growth prospects. In Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum won the presidential election, while the focus for the week remains on interest rate decisions by the European Central Bank and the Bank of Canada.
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Reported 11 months ago
If You Really Love Me is a 2012 romantic drama film following three sisters facing various life challenges who unite to overcome them. Starring Eva Marcille and Keith D. Robinson, the movie can be streamed on Peacock. Viewers can access this and other blockbuster shows by subscribing to Peacock for $5.99 per month or $59.99 per year for the premium plan, or $11.99 per month or $119.99 per year for the premium plus plan, offering ad-free content, the ability to download select titles, and access to live NBC channels.
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Reported 11 months ago
Japan's public transportation system is very developed, especially in urban areas, making it easy for travelers to explore independently even without joining a tour. However, if you want to visit rural hidden gems in Japan, relying on public transportation can be challenging. Renting a car and driving yourself is the best way to explore these unknown Japanese landscapes. This article shares 10 things you must know before driving in Japan, including road sign meanings, highway toll systems, refueling tips, and necessary driving information, making it surprisingly not difficult to hit the road in Japan!
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Reported 11 months ago
The UFC has decided to postpone the press conference for the upcoming fight between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler in Dublin, originally scheduled for June 3rd, ahead of UFC 303. The promotion provided no details on the reason for the cancellation or a new date. Despite UFC CEO Dana White's reassurance that the event was on, the press conference was called off. Both McGregor and Chandler have yet to comment on the postponement.
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Reported 11 months ago
Southwest Airlines is back in court over the termination of a flight attendant with anti-abortion views who sent graphic material to a union leader. The case before the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals revolves around whether the attendant was dismissed for her religious beliefs or improper conduct. The airline argues it acted within its rights, while the attendant's attorneys claim her firing violated laws protecting against religious-based discrimination. The current appeal also involves a contempt order requiring religious law training for the airline's attorneys.
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Reported 11 months ago
Amid ongoing violence in New Caledonia, President Macron's efforts to maintain French influence overseas are faltering as the Pacific island grapples with unrest stemming from economic strain and electoral disputes. The outbreak of violence has led to significant damage, economic turmoil, and strained relations between communities. Macron's attempts to address the crisis during a brief visit have been met with criticism as the region struggles with social, economic, and political challenges, impacting not only the local population but also France's broader influence in the Pacific.
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Reported 11 months ago
The European Central Bank’s interest-rate cut signifies a significant moment for the Euro region, as policymakers begin a monetary-easing cycle without financial emergency pressure for the first time in two decades. Despite external confidence, the Eurozone faces challenges such as weak growth, low productivity, aging populations, and escalating public debts. Policymakers have a rare opportunity to implement growth-enhancing reforms and tackle long-standing issues before the region falls further into irrelevance, as highlighted by experts and economists.
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Reported 11 months ago
Chinese banks, asset managers, and hedge funds are expanding in the Middle East to invest in the region's oil wealth, competing with Wall Street firms. Chinese sovereign wealth funds are establishing a presence in the Middle East, with China Investment Corp. announcing a $1 billion private equity fund. As the Chinese economy slows, firms are looking for growth opportunities in the Middle East, where governments are investing in infrastructure. Chinese banks are considering full-service operations in the Gulf, and other Chinese financial institutions are also increasing their presence in the region. The US continues to be a significant investment destination, but Middle Eastern countries are strengthening ties with China, raising concerns in the US about China's influence in the region.
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Reported 11 months ago
Hydrangeas, also known as hydrangeas, bloom from June to August, making it the hydrangea season. In the north, visitors can go to Yangmingshan's Zhuzihu or Wanli's Gaojia for flower viewing, while in central Taiwan, Sun Link Sea Forest Ecological Park in Nantou is recommended! With around 150,000 hydrangea plants in the park, visitors can enjoy over 700,000 blooming hydrangea flowers, coupled with stone steps, torii gates, creating enchanting and romantic photo opportunities. Sun Link Sea is currently in hydrangea season, with over 700,000 blooms of 150,000 hydrangea plants! The park boasts various colors of hydrangeas forming a mesmerizing sea of flowers, a must-visit summer attraction for both domestic and international tourists.
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Reported 11 months ago
Film producer David Ellison is offering Paramount Global shareholders a $15 a share cash payout to cash out a portion of their stock, representing a 26% premium to Friday's closing price. The offer, covering 40% of the shares, aims to facilitate Ellison's takeover of the film and TV giant through a multi-step process involving merging his company, Skydance, with Paramount. The deal, valuing Skydance at $4.75 billion, also includes additional investments from Ellison's partners, such as RedBird Capital Partners and KKR & Co., as well as debt repayment to sweeten the offer.
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Reported 11 months ago
费城 NBC 体育Phillies在延长赛中输给Cardinals，5-4告负。他们目前本赛季战绩为41-19。Brandon Marsh在第八局绕过二垒时突然退出比赛，肌肉拉伤，他立即向训练师求助，但自己走下场。Phillies在比赛中成功解围两次两分差距，但可怕的幽灵跑者再次出现。最终，利用Gregory Soto上场，Nolan Gorman的单，以积分Masyn Winn，决定了比赛结果。
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Reported 11 months ago
The New York Yankees won against the San Francisco Giants in the ninth inning with a 7-5 victory, showcasing their ability to come back when down two runs. Aaron Judge and the team displayed a positive mindset, with key plays by Juan Soto and others contributing to the win. Judge praised the team's mentality, indicating that the 2024 squad is unique and unified in their pursuit of victory, fostering a sense of camaraderie and fun among the players.
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Reported 11 months ago
Asian shares retreated as U.S. manufacturing contracted in May, leading to a slow down in the economy. Japan's Nikkei 225 index and Seoul's Kospi dropped, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained. U.S. stocks had a mixed finish, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq rising slightly while the Dow Jones fell. Treasury yields decreased after the report. The week is expected to have key economic reports, impacting the market. Despite the economic concerns, some tech stocks like Nvidia saw significant gains. GameStop also surged, reminiscent of its 2021 'meme stock' frenzy.
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Reported 11 months ago
The Dallas Stars lost Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals against the Edmonton Oilers, ending their hopes of reaching the Stanley Cup Final. Despite having a talented roster and multiple successful seasons, the Stars continue to fall short in crucial moments. The team faces challenges with aging veterans and the need for improvements in their blue line. The article emphasizes the team's consistent efforts and strong performances that have yet to translate into a championship win.
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Reported 11 months ago
Iron ore prices have dropped to their lowest level in more than six weeks as a result of apprehensions regarding Chinese demand, impacted by an ongoing property crisis. The housing slump in China, now in its third year, is affecting the country's economy and exacerbating a liquidity crisis among developers. Iron ore futures in Singapore fell by 4.4% to $110.40 a ton, reaching their lowest point since April 17, amid concerns about weakening steel fundamentals and increased inventory pressure.
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Reported 11 months ago
在台北的Computex技术展上，AMD首席执行官Lisa Su推出了MI325X加速器，并详细阐述了未来两年内开发AI芯片的计划，旨在挑战行业领导者Nvidia。竞争开发生成式人工智能程序的竞赛导致对用于支持这些复杂应用程序的AI数据中心中的先进芯片需求激增。AMD一直在努力与占据AI半导体利润丰厚市场的领先者Nvidia竞争，目前Nvidia占有约80%的市场份额。AMD还介绍了即将推出的MI350系列芯片，预计将于2025年推出。与当前可用的MI300系列AI芯片相比，AMD表示预计MI350在推理方面性能将提高35倍。此外，AMD还公布了计划于2026年推出的MI400系列芯片，将基于一种名为“Next”的架构。Nvidia首席执行官Jensen Huang在周日表示，公司的下一代AI芯片平台称为Rubin，预计将于2026年推出。投资者一直在寻求芯片公司的长期更新，以评估繁荣的人工智能拉力赛的持久性，到目前为止，这场拉力赛没有显示减缓的迹象。AMD股价波动不大，而Nvidia周一上涨超过3%。AMD自2023年初以来已增长一倍以上，但与同期Nvidia股价上涨超过七倍相比，涨幅相形见绌。
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Reported 11 months ago
根據Bloomberg報導，GameStop股票在Reddit帳戶發佈了顯示賭注達1.16億美元的內容後急升。Keith Gill在Reddit上發佈了一段截圖，顯示他對這家電子遊戲零售商的5百萬股股份，平均成本為每股21.27美元。這樣大的持股量將使Gill成為公司前五大股東之一，並且超出了他在去年四月最後一次在Reddit上活躍時所顯示的股份量的六倍多。但這段截圖尚未經過驗證。
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Reported 11 months ago
Global factory activity in May indicated signs of recovery, with the euro zone and most of Asia's largest economies showing improvement in manufacturing, while the U.S. experienced a slowdown for the second consecutive month. Despite weaknesses in the U.S., the overall global business sentiment suggests a more solid momentum in the global economy, leading central banks to hold off cutting interest rates. The euro zone's manufacturing sector also indicated signs of improvement as Germany and France showed signs of bottoming out. Asian manufacturing, on the other hand, expanded with Japan and South Korea experiencing growth, providing a positive outlook for economic growth in the region.
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Reported 11 months ago
Qwan’tez Stiggers went from washing trucks at a truck wash to being a standout pick in the 2024 NFL Draft after attracting interest from multiple NFL teams and impressing with his performance in the Canadian Football League. Despite not playing college football, Stiggers was selected by the New York Jets as the 176th pick, becoming just the fifth NFL player since 1970 to be drafted without college experience. His unconventional journey to the NFL showcases his determination, talent, and readiness to succeed at the professional level.
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Reported 11 months ago
After a season filled with miraculous wins, UCLA's softball team came up short, losing 3-1 to Stanford in the Women's College World Series elimination game. Despite the loss, coach Kelly Inouye-Perez considered it a successful comeback year for the Bruins, who fought their way to Oklahoma City after a challenging start. The defeat marked the end of decorated player Maya Brady's UCLA career as the team looks to the future with a talented sophomore class. Stanford's strong performance, led by pitcher NiJaree Canady, ended UCLA's inspiring run in the tournament.
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