China's GDP grew 4.5% year-on-year in the first quarter, and total retail sales surged 10.6% in March. Both are well above market expectations, but there are some issues that deserve attention. The year-on-year growth rate of total retail sales was 7.1 percentage points higher than in the January-February period, seemingly suggesting that consumption rebounded with a vengeance. However, it is actually due to the fact that total retail sales in March last year contracted 3.5% year-on-year under the weight of the pandemic.

https://www.caixinglobal.com/2023-04-24/opinion-chinas-economic-data-points-arent-as-strong-as-they-seem-102031582.html

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FILE PHOTO: A woman uses her mobile phone in front of the Federal Security Service (FSB) building on Lubyanka Square in Moscow, Russia, June 24, 2023. REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov/ A Moscow court on Saturday issued criminal charges against seven people 'motivated by national hatred' to kill two prominent Russian journalists in a Ukrainian-backed plot, Russia's state-owned TASS news agency said. The court approved the detention until Sept. 14, under criminal charges of 'hooliganism,' of five minors born in 2005 and 2006 and two men it said were part of an organized group, TASS said.

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1802374/russia-arrests-7-who-aimed-to-kill-two-top-journalists-tass

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Japan will issue new banknotes as early as July next year in their first renewal since 2004, putting the face of Eiichi Shibusawa, known as "the father of Japanese capitalism," on the new 10,000 yen bill, a source familiar with the matter said Saturday. The new 5,000 yen note will carry Umeko Tsuda, an educator who pioneered women's higher education, while the new 1,000 yen note will feature microbiologist Shibasaburo Kitasato, who developed a serum therapy for tetanus. The backs of the three banknotes will adopt images of the Tokyo Station building, wisteria and a work on Mt.

https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2023/06/aa53792b4377-japan-to-issue-new-banknotes-in-july-2024-1st-renewal-in-20-yrs.html

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Malampaya natural gas plant. Source: http://malampaya.com/ MANILA, Philippines—PRIME Energy Resources Development B.V., operator of the Malampaya Deepwater Gas to Power project, has expressed support for Senate Bill 152, which seeks to create a legal and regulatory framework for the development of the Philippines' gas industry. Donnabel Kuizon-Cruz, Prime Energy general manager, said the proposed Natural Gas Industry Development Act would help keep the drilling of new gas wells on track. She said it would also protect consumer rights by encouraging transparency and competition in the gas industry.

https://business.inquirer.net/415736/malampaya-operator-backs-push-for-law-to-develop-ph-gas-industry

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The American right is falling in love with El Salvador’s president, Nayib Bukele, over his crime crackdown. But he’s also tearing down Salvadoran democracy.

https://www.vox.com/2023/4/8/23653324/nayib-bukele-trump-american-right-crime

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More than 1,000 Federal personnel are on the ground on Maui to aid response efforts On, Monday, August 21, President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden traveled to Maui, where they met emergency responders, survivors, community members, as well as federal, state, and local officials, and saw firsthand the overwhelming destruction caused by the wildfires. They also saw the courage and resilience of the people of Maui. As the President made clear, he is committed to delivering everything the people of Hawaiʻi need, and his Administration will be there as long as it takes to complete response efforts.

https://www.miragenews.com/biden-admin-boosts-aid-for-maui-wildfire-1070792/

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TRON ( TRX ) traded down 0.2% against the US dollar during the twenty-four hour period ending at 19:00 PM ET on April 15th. Over the last week, TRON has traded 0.1% lower against the US dollar. One TRON coin can currently be bought for approximately $0.0661 or 0.00000218 BTC on exchanges. TRON has a total market cap of $4.74 billion and $160.98 million worth of TRON was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours. Here's how related cryptocurrencies have performed over the last 24 hours: Belrium (BEL) traded down 0.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/04/15/tron-trx-hits-self-reported-market-cap-of-4-74-billion.html

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family death-police Family of 5 found dead in 3 separate locations SEOUL, Sept. 23 (Yonhap) -- A family of five has been found dead in at least three different locations in and around Seoul, and police are investigating connections into their deaths, police said Saturday. Police received a report at 7:29 a.m. of a 40-year-old woman having jumped off an apartment building in Songpa in eastern Seoul, officials said. She was sent to a hospital in cardiac arrest but later pronounced dead. While police were checking the woman's whereabouts in the lead-up to her death, they discovered her husband, mother- and sister-in-law dead in a villa in the same district.

https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/001/0014213189?sid=104

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Roger Jaensch, Liberal Member for Braddon Interpretative panels have been installed at the Highfield Historic Site, showcasing the history of the outbuildings and grounds. Liberal Member for Braddon, Minister Roger Jaensch, said the new panels will enhance the visitor experience to the important tourist drawcard. "The Rockliff Liberal Government is preserving Tasmania's heritage and investing in tourism," Minister Jaensch said. "Highfield Historic Site, faithfully restored and conserved by the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service over many years, offers visitors an insight into the early colonisation of Tasmania and features the North West's Van Diemen's Land Company.

https://www.miragenews.com/convict-stories-highlighted-in-new-panels-at-1099477/

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The Graph ( GRT ) traded down 3.3% against the U.S. dollar during the 1 day period ending at 17:00 PM E.T. on July 14th. Over the last seven days, The Graph has traded 1.9% higher against the U.S. dollar. The Graph has a total market capitalization of $1.07 billion and $61.24 million worth of The Graph was traded on exchanges in the last day. One The Graph token can currently be bought for $0.12 or 0.00000389 BTC on major exchanges. Here is how similar cryptocurrencies have performed over the last day: KILT Protocol (KILT) traded up 1.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/07/14/the-graph-grt-hits-1-day-volume-of-61-24-million.html

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Thank you, Chair. The United Kingdom continues to strongly support the Geneva International Discussions (GID) and the work of the GID Co-Chairs in the 58th round of discussions against a highly challenging geopolitical environment. As the only international forum that brings together all sides from the conflict, the GID plays a vital role in trying to achieve a lasting resolution. The UK reaffirms full support for Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.

https://www.miragenews.com/uk-delivers-statement-at-58th-geneva-1050921/

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The NOAA Alaska Regional Office and the Alaska Fisheries Science Center continue to coordinate efforts to support the growing Alaska aquaculture industry. Aquaculture is one of the most resource-efficient ways to produce protein and is vital for supporting our nation's seafood production. Explore this StoryMap that highlights Pacific Islands region aquaculture projects NOAA Fisheries funded from 2020–2023. NOAA has been working with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and Duke Energy on major upgrades to fish passage facilities along hydropower dams in North Carolina.

http://oysterradio.blogspot.com/2023/10/noaa-fisheries-fishnewsoctober-5th.html

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18:42 UTC+8, 2023-05-31        Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn of the Kingdom of Thailand will visit China from June 1 to 6, which will be the Princess' 50th visit to China.   18:42 UTC+8, 2023-05-31        At the invitation of the Chinese government, Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn of the Kingdom of Thailand will visit China from June 1 to 6, which will be the Princess' 50th visit to China, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning announced on Wednesday. Source: Xinhua

https://www.shine.cn/news/world/2305310396/

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Posted Today, 03:52 PM Was Bart Simpson involved in this? Listen carefully to the names he calls. "When God shuts a Window, he opens a Linux." —Linus 8:7

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/783875/republicans-get-pranked-during-city-council-meeting/

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The Hain Celestial Group ( NASDAQ:HAIN – Get Rating ) posted its earnings results on Tuesday. The company reported $0.08 EPS for the quarter, missing analysts' consensus estimates of $0.16 by ($0.08), Briefing.com reports. The Hain Celestial Group had a net margin of 2.45% and a return on equity of 5.92%. The business had revenue of $455.24 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $485.34 million. During the same quarter last year, the business earned $0.33 earnings per share.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/05/10/the-hain-celestial-group-nasdaqhain-releases-earnings-results-misses-expectations-by-0-08-eps.html

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At least four injured as crane partially collapses after catching fire in Manhattanepaselect epa10769794 A policeman stands guard outside a cordoned-off area after a construction crane in the Midtown area of Manhattan partially collapsed, as seen from 41st Street in New York, USA, 26 July 2023. At least four people were injured as the crane partially collapsed after catching fire in Manhattan, New York City Mayor Eric Adams confirmed. EPA/SARAH YENESEL

https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/091/0009483392?sid=104

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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) will be launching Rahmat Rice Sales to help lighten the burden of the people affected by the price hike of imported rice as well as the absence of local rice.  Its Deputy Minister, Fuziah Salleh said through the programme, consumers could obtain rice at subsidised price via a RM150 million allocation passed by Parliament. 'Rice is a controlled item which KPDN has no authority to control its price. But today we kept hearing the people's grouses, so KPDN seeks ways resolve the issue of imported rice price increase and why local rice supply has allegedly ran out,' she said.

https://www.bernama.com/en/general/news.php?id=2226682

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Police are appealing for dashcam footage following a fatal multi-vehicle crash in Eastwood yesterday. About 1.30pm (Wednesday 12 July 2023), emergency services were called to a multi-vehicle crash at the intersection of Blaxland Road and First Avenue, Eastwood. Officers attached to Ryde Police Area Command arrived to find a Mitsubishi SUV, Holden Commodore, Kia SUV, Toyota sedan, Audi hatchback and a van had crashed. A 61-year-old female passenger of the Holden was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics but died at the scene.

https://www.miragenews.com/appeal-over-multi-vehicle-crash-eastwood-1045856/

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Barings LLC reduced its stake in shares of iShares Core S&P 500 ETF ( NYSEARCA:IVV – Get Rating ) by 6.0% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 1,625,064 shares of the company's stock after selling 103,919 shares during the period. iShares Core S&P 500 ETF comprises 22.1% of Barings LLC's investment portfolio, making the stock its biggest position. Barings LLC's holdings in iShares Core S&P 500 ETF were worth $624,366,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/05/30/barings-llc-has-624-37-million-holdings-in-ishares-core-sp-500-etf-nysearcaivv.html

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In this morning's session opener, Papua New Guinean was given the opportunity to listen from Japan's independent think-tank and consulting firm, the Japanese Development Institute (JDI) Chairman Dr Shoichi Kobayashi. Dr Kobayashi outlined the definition of Special Economic Zones & Global Trend and the experiences of special economic zones throughout the world. JDI was established in the 1980s that aimed to strengthen social development strategies and plans; and in operating SEZs by directly dealing with the top leaders and calling in private investments in more than 30 countries throughout the world.

https://www.looppng.com/png-news/experts-take-stage-summit-opener-119912

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