Photo: VCG China has set its 2023 GDP growth target at around 5%, Premier Li Keqiang said Sunday at the key annual political gatherings known as the 'Two Sessions,' as the country gears up to get its slowing economy back on track after three years of 'zero Covid.' Li announced the target when he delivered his government work report at the annual session of the National People's Congress, the country's top legislature. The goal is on par with market estimates for full-year GDP growth of between 4.

https://www.caixinglobal.com/2023-03-05/china-sets-2023-gdp-growth-target-at-around-5-102004732.html

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Perry takes flight for incredible Shield final hanger Western Australia stared down a spirited bowling burst by Victoria to wrest back the initiative in an absorbing Marsh Sheffield Shield finale, thanks largely to the enterprising batting of their lower-middle order. Contrary to the game's trend, WA trio Aston Turner, Aaron Hardie and Josh Philippe lifted their team within 20 runs of Victoria's first innings before fading light brought a premature end to a rain-interrupted day. When stumps were called on day two, WA were 5-175 and enjoying a period of supremacy through Turner's aggressive stroke play as he played the lead role in partnerships of 86 (off 133 balls) with all-rounder Hardie and 36 unbeaten (off 51 balls) with keeper-batter Philippe.

https://www.cricket.com.au/news/match-report/sheffield-shield-final-day-two-western-australia-victoria-waca-report-scores-highlights/2023-03-24

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CEBU CITY, Philippines — The cast of the Mandaue's Pride Basketball Association (MPBA) playoffs second round is complete after four more teams eliminated their respective foes on Sunday evening at the Cebu Port Authority (CPA) gymnasium. One of the league's favorites, Truck N Trail routed TJAV, 89-69, while Artera Builders beat Prayboys 98-84. AE Masters Sports escaped DC Abay-Abay 65-63, and Tatay Rudy's booted out Z&A-JD Customs Brokerage, 81-68. Truck N Trail Truck N Trail's Dwight Dabon and Jeric Gonzaga worked together in their huge win by scoring 15 points apiece, while Baruk Ceniza added 12.

https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/505735/mpba-truck-n-trail-among-4-teams-advancing-into-second-round-of-playoffs

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Dream Residential Real Estate Investment Trust ( OTCMKTS:DRREF – Get Free Report ) declared a dividend on Friday, August 18th, NASDAQ reports. Investors of record on Thursday, August 31st will be given a dividend of 0.035 per share on Friday, September 15th. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, August 29th. Dream Residential Real Estate Investment Trust Price Performance Shares of OTCMKTS:DRREF traded down C$0.34 during midday trading on Friday, reaching C$7.40. 300 shares of the company's stock were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 2,855.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/08/19/dream-residential-real-estate-investment-trust-to-issue-dividend-of-0-04-otcmktsdrref.html

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An effort to guarantee access to abortion rights in Ohio, a November ballot measure, is already fueling misleading claims about how it could influence abortion care, gender-related health care and parental consent in the state. The proposed constitutional amendment would give Ohioans the right to make their own reproductive decisions. Backers say that since Roe v. Wade was overturned last year by the U.S. Supreme Court, the proposal would restore a commonsense abortion protection that most Ohio voters can support.

https://www.mymotherlode.com/news/national/3220241/ohio-votes-on-abortion-rights-this-fall-misinformation-about-the-proposal-is-already-spreading.html

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The photo series Unyielding Floods recently won its fifth award this year. It captures the strength and hardship of those affected by flooding of biblical propo...

https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2021/11/20/1054865992/prize-winning-photos-capture-the-grit-and-suffering-of-flood-survivors-in-south-

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A meteorological phenomenon known as Asian Dust, or yellow sand, covered the skies of Niigata on Friday, the first such observation in Japan since May 2021. According to Wikipedia , the dust originates in the deserts of China, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan, where high-speed surface winds and intense dust storms kick up dense clouds of fine, dry soil particles. These clouds are then carried eastward by prevailing winds and pass over China, North and South Korea, and Japan, as well as parts of the Russian Far East.

http://newsonjapan.com/html/newsdesk/article/137034.php

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Antero Resources ( NYSE:AR – Get Free Report ) released its earnings results on Thursday. The oil and natural gas company reported ($0.28) earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of ($0.29) by $0.01, Yahoo Finance reports. The business had revenue of $953.31 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $935.87 million. Antero Resources had a net margin of 21.81% and a return on equity of 13.17%. The firm's quarterly revenue was down 56.7% compared to the same quarter last year.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/07/29/antero-resources-nysear-posts-quarterly-earnings-results-beats-estimates-by-0-01-eps.html

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“Offences of this nature are a despicable breach of trust,” Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Simon Ball said.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/richlands-massage-therapist-charged-over-alleged-rape-20260309-p5o8ul.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

French star Kylian Mbappe told Paris Saint-Germain on Monday he would not be taking up an option to extend his contract by one year beyond 2024, a source close to the negotiations said. That opens the door to the 24-year-old's possible exit from Parc de Princes during this summer's transfer window, the source added, confirming a report in French sports daily L'Equipe. Mbappe's confirmation by letter comes a little over a year since he snubbed Real Madrid by signing a surprise extension to his contract to remain at the French champions.

https://sports.inquirer.net/514196/kylian-mbappe-tells-psg-he-will-leave-when-contract-ends-in-2024

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MongoDB ( NASDAQ:MDB – Get Rating ) had its price target decreased by investment analysts at The Goldman Sachs Group from $325.00 to $280.00 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Thursday, Benzinga reports. The brokerage presently has a 'buy' rating on the stock. The Goldman Sachs Group's price target would indicate a potential upside of 33.61% from the company's previous close. MDB has been the subject of a number of other research reports. Tigress Financial decreased their price target on MongoDB from $575.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/03/09/mongodb-nasdaqmdb-price-target-cut-to-280-00-by-analysts-at-the-goldman-sachs-group.html

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Hop Protocol ( HOP ) traded 2.6% higher against the U.S. dollar during the twenty-four hour period ending at 12:00 PM Eastern on May 28th. Over the last seven days, Hop Protocol has traded down 11.7% against the U.S. dollar. Hop Protocol has a market capitalization of $5.52 million and approximately $172,531.18 worth of Hop Protocol was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours. One Hop Protocol token can currently be bought for approximately $0.0861 or 0.00000316 BTC on exchanges. Here's how other cryptocurrencies have performed over the last 24 hours: KILT Protocol (KILT) traded 5% higher against the dollar and now trades at $0.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/05/28/hop-protocol-self-reported-market-cap-achieves-5-52-million-hop.html

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Abdul Samad stayed calm amid a tense and unexpected finish as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by four wickets in the Indian Premier League. It was IPL drama at its best on Sunday as Sandeep Sharma needed to defend 17 off the last six balls at Jaipur. He gave away 12 runs off the first five balls, and then Samad was out caught off the last one, only for it to be deemed a no ball. QUICK SINGLE 'Ridiculous' Labuschagne goes large at looming Ashes venue Samad swiftly smacked the free hit for six as Rajasthan lost a game it thought it had won just a minute earlier.

https://www.cricket.com.au/news/match-report/sunrisers-hyderabad-rajasthan-royals-no-ball-sandeep-sharma-abdul-samad-ipl-t20/2023-05-08

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Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) and Montreal Canadiens defenseman David Savard (58) collide during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Thursday, March 23, 2023, in Boston. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/077/0005895743?sid=104

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Bill welcomes fantasy and science fiction author Cassandra Khaw to the show. Cassandra is an award-winning game writer and former scriptwriter at Ubisoft Montreal. Khaw's work can be found in places like The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, Lightspeed, and Tor.com. Khaw's first original novella, Hammers on Bone, was a British Fantasy Award and Locus Award finalist, and their novella, Nothing But Blackened Teeth, was a USA Today bestseller, Bram Stoker Award nominee, and Indie Next Pick. The Salt Grows Heavy is their latest novel.

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/author-magazine/2023/05/02/author2author-with-cassandra-khaw

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Join me and Gonzalo Pagan for a discussion about the health concerns and things that comedians have had to survive with health and family. We are also sending our our prayers for the Foxx family at this time. Jamie is one of the most talented stand up comedians to date. He plays several insturments, comedic actor, academy and golden globes awards. Jamie is a sight to see on stage. Jamie can sing and has long taken care of his father whom was absent due to the system. Here at CRS radio we want to let the Foxx Family know that we are praying for healing and comfort.

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribbeanradioshow/2023/05/05/praying-for-jamie-foxx-and-more-where-are-the-best-shows-for-locals

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KUALA LUMPUR (June 12): Newly listed Edelteq Holdings Bhd's group chief executive officer cum executive director Chin Yong Keong has denied the claims made by his former employer Mi Technovation Bhd, who accused him of breaching his employment contract and making false or misleading statements in Edelteq's prospectus regarding his tenure with Mi Technovation. In a statement on Monday (June 12), Chin said the allegations pertaining to his employment history are 'baseless and unwarranted', and had instructed his lawyers to take appropriate action against Mi Technovation for its allegations, which he said had defamed him.

http://klse.i3investor.com/web/blog/detail/ceomorningbrief/2023-06-13-story-h-267878407-Edelteq_CEO_Says_Former_Employer_Mi_Technovation_39_s_Claims_Are_Basele

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Prime Minister Chris Hipkins today expressed grave concern at the escalation of violence in Israel and Gaza. "New Zealand condemns unequivocally the terror attacks led by Hamas on Israel. We are appalled by the targeting of civilians, and the taking of hostages which violate fundamental international humanitarian law principles," Chris Hipkins said. "New Zealand has designated the military wing of Hamas as a terrorist organisation, and we recognise Israel's right to defend itself." "We are very concerned that the situation will escalate in the coming days and New Zealand again calls for restraint, the protection of non-combatants, and the upholding of international humanitarian law by all parties.

https://www.miragenews.com/nz-gov-condemns-rising-violence-in-israel-gaza-1099359/

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Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) is expanding the portfolio of its climate-friendly product HHLA Pure. As of September 1, HHLA rail subsidiary Metrans will significantly expand its HHLA Pure network in Europe and thus offer its customers additional routes certified as climate neutral, HHLA said.With the HHLA Pure product, HHLA and its rail subsidiary Metrans offer their customers climate-neutral throughput and transport of their goods from the terminals in the Port of Hamburg all the way to the European hinterland.

https://en.portnews.ru/news/352767/

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