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Typhoon Haikui Hits Southern Taiwan, Disrupting Daily Life
The southern regions of Taiwan were gripped by a powerful typhoon, Haikui, which brought about significant disruptions to daily life. This natural event necessitated precautionary measures, causing the suspension of various activities and evacuation efforts. In this blog post, we will delve into the impact of Typhoon Haikui, the safety measures taken by the authorities,
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France Takes Bold Step in Combatting Smoking: Disposable Vapes to be Banned
French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne has announced that disposable vapes are set to be banned in the country as part of a comprehensive anti-smoking plan. With the plan’s details yet to be fully unveiled, this measure stands out as a crucial step to address the alarming number of smoking-related fatalities, estimated at 75,000 per year
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North Korea Signals Easing of Border Lockdown with China, Raises Hope for Trade Resumption
Recent satellite imagery has revealed that North Korea has dispatched a bus across a bridge with China, marking a significant move since sealing its borders nearly four years ago due to the pandemic. This development, alongside the resumption of commercial flights to Beijing and Vladivostok, suggests that North Korea may be gradually easing its border
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Nobel Foundation Withdraws Invitation for Three Countries Amid Strong Reactions
The Nobel Foundation has retracted its invitation for representatives of Russia, Belarus, and Iran to attend this year’s prestigious Nobel Prize award ceremonies. The decision comes after intense backlash from Swedish lawmakers and the international community due to political unrest, human rights abuses, and conflicts in the respective countries. Change of Position and Backlash: Initially,
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India Embarks on an Unprecedented Solar Study Mission
India has once again solidified its position as a global player in space exploration with the launch of its first-ever solar study mission, Aditya-L1. This milestone follows closely on the heels of the country’s groundbreaking uncrewed moon landing just weeks ago. With precise execution and cutting-edge technology, India’s space agency, the Indian Space Research Organization
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Tharman Shanmugaratnam Emerges Victorious in Singapore’s Presidential Race
Singapore’s recent presidential race saw former deputy premier Tharman Shanmugaratnam triumph with a resounding 70.4% of votes, reflecting voter support despite recent scandals plaguing the ruling party. Elevated to various pivotal roles within the People’s Action Party over a span of two decades, Tharman’s landslide victory underscores a vote for both him and Singapore’s future.
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