China Warns of Conflict if US Fails to Change Course
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China Warns of Conflict if US Fails to Change Course
China Warns of Conflict , if US Fails to Change Course.
NBC reports that China has warned that relations with the United States have veered from a "rational path," increasing the risk of conflict between the super powers.
China's foreign minister Qin Gang
said that China "pursue a sound
and stable relationship with the U.S.".
However, the former ambassador to the U.S.
added that the Biden administration's call for, āestablishing guardrails and not seeking
conflict simply means that China should not
respond in word or in action when attacked.ā.
However, the former ambassador to the U.S.
added that the Biden administration's call for, āestablishing guardrails and not seeking
conflict simply means that China should not
respond in word or in action when attacked.ā.
Thatās not possible, Qin Gang, China's foreign minister, via NBC .
NBC reports that relations
between the U.S. and China have been
deteriorating for the past several years.
If the U.S. does not hit the brake
but continue to speed down the wrong
path, no amount of guardrails can
prevent derailing and there will surely
be conflict and confrontation, Qin Gang, China's foreign minister, via NBC .
Qin also reportedly reiterated
China's stance that the matter of
Taiwan remains an internal affair for Beijing.
According to Qin, the question of Taiwan's recognition as
a part of China's territory is the first red line of relations
between the U.S. and China that must not be crossed.
According to Qin, the question of Taiwan's recognition as
a part of China's territory is the first red line of relations
between the U.S. and China that must not be crossed.
While speaking on March 7,
Qin also cited relations between China and
Russia as an example of international relations.
While speaking on March 7,
Qin also cited relations between China and
Russia as an example of international relations.
The more unstable the world becomes
the more imperative it is for China and
Russia to steadily advance relations, Qin Gang, China's foreign minister, via NBC .
The more unstable the world becomes
the more imperative it is for China and
Russia to steadily advance relations, Qin Gang, China's foreign minister, via NBC
Chinese Defence Minister Li Shangfu has not been seen in public for over two weeks. According to reports, the US government believes that he has been placed under investigation. According to the US, Shangfu has also been stripped of his responsibilities as defence minister. Shangfu's supposed disappearance came after Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang went missing in July.
#LiShangfu #LiShangfuMissing #China #ChinaDefenceMinister #QinGang
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One of the most powerful ministers in Chinaās contemporary political landscape is reportedly missing since quite a while. Chinaās foreign minister, Qin Gang, has not been seen in public for over three weeks, despite a flurry of high-profile diplomatic efforts to repair ties with the United States. As a former ambassador to Washington DC
#Qingang #Qingangmissing #Fuxiaotian
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Xi Jinpingās Foreign Minister , Is Replaced After Missing for a Month.
Qin Gang, who was previously China's ambassador to the U.S., was appointed as foreign minister in December.
But he hasn't been seen in public
for the past month, CNN reports. .
On July 25, Qin's predecessor, Wang Yi, reclaimed the role of foreign minister.
He previously served in the
position from 2013 to 2022.
The last time Qin was seen in public was on June 25 in Beijing during a meeting with diplomats from
Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Russia, CNN reports. .
He was reportedly seen smiling,
walking alongside Russian Deputy
Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko.
China has yet to explain Qin's disappearance and has merely referenced "health reasons.".
Qin's ousting is of great intrigue, considering his close ties with Xi Jinping, who was responsible for Qin's appointment as foreign minister over more seasoned candidates. .
Qin's ousting is of great intrigue, considering his close ties with Xi Jinping, who was responsible for Qin's appointment as foreign minister over more seasoned candidates. .
Qin Gang was single-handedly pulled up the ranks by Xi. Any problems with him will reflect badly on Xi too ā implying that Xi failed to choose the right person for the job, Deng Yuwen, a former editor of a Communist Party newspaper, via CNN.
If anything unusual happened to a senior official, people will wonder if their relations with the top leader have soured or whether it is a sign of political instability, Deng Yuwen, a former editor of a Communist Party newspaper, via CNN
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According to Chinese media, the Chinese government has removed Qin Gang from the post of foreign minister and has replaced him with Wang Yi. This has ended weeks of speculations and rumours that had started after Qin Gang was incommunicado lately. The announcement came just a month after Qinās last public appearance. Earlier, the foreign ministry had said that the 57-year-old was off work for unspecified health reasons, but the lack of detailed information on his whereabouts had fuelled a swirl of speculation. Qin Gang, was not seen in public for over three weeks, despite a flurry of high-profile diplomatic efforts to repair ties with the United States. As a former ambassador to Washington DC, who is considered a protege of Chinese leader Xi Jinping, Qin was expected to play a key role in a string of high-level visits by US officials. But his last public appearance was a meeting with his Sri Lankan counterpart in Beijing on 25 June. He did not join Chinese officials at talks with the Treasury secretary, Janet Yellen, in early July, or as part of the ongoing visit by climate envoy John Kelly. . His absence came on the heels of a rapid rise in elite Chinese politics that saw him serve for less than two years as US ambassador, before being elevated to the post of foreign minister in December.
#Qingang #Qingangfired #Fuxiaotian
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Study Finds Link Between, Ultraprocessed Foods , and Depression .
NBC reports that research published on September 20
suggests that consuming large quantities of
ultraprocessed foods could be linked to depression.
NBC reports that research published on September 20
suggests that consuming large quantities of
ultraprocessed foods could be linked to depression.
The study looked at the eating habits
and mental health status of over
31,000 women between the ages of 42 and 62. .
The study looked at the eating habits
and mental health status of over
31,000 women between the ages of 42 and 62. .
The findings were published in the
journal 'JAMA Open Network.'.
According to the research, women who ate
nine servings of ultraprocessed food were
50% more likely to develop depression. .
Ultraprocessed foods include junk food
like chips and soda, as well as ready-to-eat
meals, yogurts and other packaged foods.
Ultraprocessed foods include junk food
like chips and soda, as well as ready-to-eat
meals, yogurts and other packaged foods.
According to the study, foods and drinks
with artificial sweeteners were found
to have a particularly negative effect.
According to the study, foods and drinks
with artificial sweeteners were found
to have a particularly negative effect.
We donāt have a lot of energy
when we are feeling depressed,
so itās easy to reach for those foods
when we are low energy and donāt
have motivation to cook or to
grocery shop ā just open a package
and they are ready to go, Susan Albers, Clinical psychologist
at the Cleveland Clinic, via NBC.
NBC reports that the study also found that eating
whole foods, which are full of nutrients like fiber,
vitamins and minerals, is linked to good mental health.
There is emerging evidence that
ultraprocessed food may actually
disrupt the normal gut microbiome. , Dr. Andrew Chan, Study co-author and chief of
the clinical and translational epidemiology unit
at Massachusetts General Hospital, via NBC.
This may be a particularly important notion
for people who have depression because
it may be a relatively easy way to prevent
both depression and longer term problems
that could be more difficult to deal with. , Dr. Andrew Chan, Study co-author and chief of
the clinical and translational epidemiology unit
at Massachusetts General Hospital, via NBC
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Northern Lights Visible , Across North America , After Massive Solar Eruption.
On September 18, skywatchers across the United States
and Canada were wowed by brilliant northern lights
following a powerful eruption on the sun.
NBC reports that the vivid light show
was visible in multiple Western and
Midwestern states, from Montana to Minnesota.
The northern lights, otherwise known as the aurora borealis, are the result of charged particles from solar storms interacting with Earth's atmosphere.
Normally, the northern lights
are only visible in the night
sky at higher latitudes. .
During periods of intense solar
activity the aurora borealis can be
spotted further south than normal.
The latests auroras were the
result of a coronal mass ejection
that occurred on September 16.
On September 18, the Aberdeen, South Dakota,
branch of the National Weather Service
released photos of the auroras.
Similarly, skywatchers in Glasgow, Montana,
reported seeing dazzling displays,
despite overcast conditions.
NBC reports that the auroras are best viewed
from dark locations away from light pollution.
A short-term forecast of the northern lights
can be found at NOAA's Space Weather
Prediction Center's aurora dashboard
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Federal Reserve , Announces Pause On Rate Hikes , Amid Easing Inflation.
On September 20, the Federal Reserve paused its string
of interest rate hikes as it waits to see if its efforts
over the past 18 months have finally slowed inflation.
NBC reports that the central bank
kept its main policy rate in
the range of 5.25% to 5.5%. .
The Fed reportedly cited an easing of economic
conditions, while also noting that inflation remains
above the agency's intended 2% target.
According to the Fed, the economy is in good shape
as job gains slow and credit conditions tighten,
likely slowing economic activity and inflation.
In August, the Bureau of Labor Statistics
said that prices were up 3.7% compared
to the same time in 2022. .
The string of rate hikes has increased
interest rates on credit cards and mortgages,
which have reached all-time highs.
The string of rate hikes has increased
interest rates on credit cards and mortgages,
which have reached all-time highs.
Investors fear that the Fed's actions could
lead stock market sell-offs and a recession,
which would result in widespread job losses.
NBC reports that the Federal Open
Market Committee's next scheduled
meeting is on October 31.
This does not assure that
we wonāt see another interest
rate increase in the months ahead, Greg McBride, Chief financial analyst for Bankrate, via NBC.
Inflation pressures are easing,
broadly speaking, but remain
well above desired levels with
the risk of further increases
in oil prices, so the Fed
cannot yet declare victory, Greg McBride, Chief financial analyst for Bankrate, via NBC
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Taiwan Warns of Escalation , After China Sends Over , 100 Warplanes Toward Island.
Taiwan's defense ministry said that China's
military had deployed 103 warplanes
towards Taiwan over a 24-hour period.
NBC reports that the planes, which turned back
before reaching Taiwan, were detected between
6 a.m. on September 17 and 6 a.m. on September 18. .
Over the same period of time,
nine naval vessels were also detected,
according to Taiwan's Defense Ministry.
The Defense Ministry said that 40 of the planes
crossed over the symbolic halfway point
between Taiwan and mainland China.
Tensions have been rising
amid China's increasingly large
military drills around Taiwan. .
The United States is Taiwan's main supplier
of arms and stands opposed to China's
push to change Taiwan's status by force.
According to Taiwan, the latest Chinese
military action, which is labeled as
"harassment," could lead to an escalation. .
We urge the Beijing authorities
to bear responsibility and
immediately stop such kind
of destructive military activities, Taiwan Defense Ministry, via NBC.
Last week, China deployed a flotilla of ships,
including the aircraft carrier Shandong,
into the waters near Taiwan.
NBC reports that the recent actions have been
perceived as an attempt to sway an upcoming
Taiwanese presidential election in January.
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WGA Says Negotiations , Will Resume With Hollywood Studios.
On September 18, the striking Writers Guild of America
said that talks were set to resume over four months
after contract negotiations failed and the strike began.
You might not hear from us in
the coming days while we are
negotiating, but know that our
focus is getting a fair deal for
writers as soon as possible, Writers Guild of America, Message to members, via NBC.
In the meantime, please continue
to demonstrate your commitment
and unity by coming out to the
picket lines ā for yourselves and
fellow writers, SAG-AFTRA, other
unionsā members, and all those
in our community who are
impacted by the strikes, Writers Guild of America, Message to members, via NBC.
According to the guild, the talks
are expected to "last several days.".
NBC reports that a source familiar with the talks said
the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers
are not expected to have revised their previous offer. .
The WGA strike, which has been ongoing since May,
concerns higher wages, job security and provisions
to regulate the use of artificial intelligence.
The news of talks resuming comes after
some TV shows came under fire for planning
to return to air amid the ongoing strikes.
Drew Barrymore and Bill Maher
have reversed plans to return following
backlash over crossing picket lines.
Drew Barrymore and Bill Maher
have reversed plans to return following
backlash over crossing picket lines.
Maher said that his "decision to return to work
was made when it seemed nothing was happening
and there was no end in sight to this strike.ā.
Now that both sides have agreed
to go back to the negotiating table
Iām going to delay the return of
Real Time, for now, and hope
they can finally get this done, Bill Maher, via NBC
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Biden Administration , Announces New-Deal Style , American Climate Corps.
'The Guardian' reports that President Joe Biden
plans to use his executive authority to
create the American Climate Corps.
'The Guardian' reports that President Joe Biden
plans to use his executive authority to
create the American Climate Corps.
The New Deal-style program
is meant as a major green
jobs training program.
On September 20, the White House
said that the program would employ
approximately 20,000 young adults. .
The program is intended to make new trails,
plant trees, install solar panels and otherwise
help boost conservation efforts.
'The Guardian' reports that the program is also
meant to help prevent catastrophic wildfires.
Biden's previous efforts to form a climate corps
have been thwarted by Congress amid strong
opposition from Republicans and funding concerns.
The new program is modeled after Franklin D Roosevelt's
Civilian Conservation Corps, which was
created in the 1930s as part of the New Deal.
Lawmakers who have pushed for the program
to be formed have cited deadly heatwaves,
dangerous floods and devastating wildfires.
'The Guardian' reports that the White House
declined to offer details as to the cost of the
program or where that funding will come from.
White House climate adviser Ali Zaidi said the program would partner with at least six federal agencies and ten states that have already begun similar programs
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Donald Trump Jr. might wanna get Elon Musk on the horn -- cuz he just got his X (formerly Twitter) account hacked -- sending out tweets about Biden, North Korea.. TMZ.com
The US ambassador was asked at an event about the reports that India is considering inviting leaders of the Quad nations to grace the Republic Day celebrations. DNA
Amid escalating tensions, Taiwan's defense ministry has raised concerns about China's increased military activity near the island. Taiwan has reported the detection of 103 Chinese warplanes circling Taiwan within a 24-hour timeframe. This development reflects China's growing military and diplomatic pressure on Taiwan as relations between the two have deteriorated in recent years.
#Taiwan #China #MilitaryActivities #TaiwanStrait
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Taiwan has said China flew 68 military aircraft and sent 10 navy vessels into areas around the self-ruled island in what appeared to be a second day of military training drills led by the Shandong aircraft carrier. On Thursday, Taiwan's defence ministry said that in the past 24 hours it had detected 40 Chinese air force aircraft entering the island's air defence zone, mostly flying to the south of Taiwan and into the Bashi Channel.
#Taiwan #China #TaiwanChina #BashiChannel #TaiwanADIZ
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On Monday, China's top diplomat, Wang Yi began a four-day trip to Russia. As per reports, during the trip both nations are expected to pledge deeper mutual political trust, readying for a possible landmark visit by President Vladimir Putin to Beijing in October. Wang heads the foreign ministry as well as the ruling Communist Party's foreign affairs office. The Chinese foreign ministry said that he will reportedly meet Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev for annual security talks.
#WangYi #ChinaRussia #VladimirPutin #NikolaiPatrushev #SergeiLavrov
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Sir Keir Starmer has criticised the governmentās ādivision and inconsistencyā in its approach to China, after it emerged that a parliamentary researcher had been arrested on suspicion of spying for Beijing.
The Labour leader said: āChina is a strategic challenge, that's for sure, and what we need is a policy that is clear and is settled. And we haven't had that for the last 10 years. We've had division and inconsistency from this government.ā Report by Buseld. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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