China Bolsters Counter-Espionage Laws to Prevent People From Leaving
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China Bolsters Counter-Espionage Laws to Prevent People From Leaving
China Bolsters , Counter-Espionage Laws , to Prevent People From Leaving.
NBC reports that China is barring
more people from leaving the country,
including foreign executives.
According to a report by the rights group
Safeguard Defenders, exit bans have been
imposed on both Chinese citizens and foreigners.
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An analysis by Reuters found
a surge in court cases related
to travel bans in recent years.
NBC reports that foreign business
lobbies have also voiced concerns
about this alarming trend.
Since Xi Jinping took power
in 2012, China has expanded
the legal landscape for exit bans
and increasingly used them,
sometimes outside legal justification, Safeguard Defenders report, via NBC.
Since Xi Jinping took power
in 2012, China has expanded
the legal landscape for exit bans
and increasingly used them,
sometimes outside legal justification, Safeguard Defenders report, via NBC.
Between 2018 and July of this year,
no less than five new or amended
(Chinese) laws provide for the use
of exit bans, for a total today of 15 laws, Laura Harth, Campaign Director at Safeguard Defenders, via NBC.
The Safeguard Defenders cite a 2022
academic paper that found 128 cases of exit bans
placed on foreigners between 1995 and 2019.
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The Safeguard Defenders cite a 2022
academic paper that found 128 cases of exit bans
placed on foreigners between 1995 and 2019.
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NBC reports that the list
of foreigners included
29 Americans and 44 Canadians.
The news comes despite China's claim that it has
reopened to overseas investment and travel after lifting
some of the world's strictest COVID restrictions.
The news comes despite China's claim that it has
reopened to overseas investment and travel after lifting
some of the world's strictest COVID restrictions.
NBC reports that China has broadened its
counter-espionage laws, which now allow authorities
to impose bans on anyone currently under investigation
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 don’t have a lot of energy
when we are feeling depressed,
so it’s easy to reach for those foods
when we are low energy and don’t
have motivation to cook or to
grocery shop — 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 won’t 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 — for yourselves and
fellow writers, SAG-AFTRA, other
unions’ 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.”.
Now that both sides have agreed
to go back to the negotiating table
I’m 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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The leaders from across the globe will be coming to India this weekend to attend the G20 Summit in New Delhi. The event will be held on September 9 and 10. Apart from Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, most of the leaders including US President Joe Biden, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman are taking part in the two-day event.
#G20 #G20Summit #G20SummitDelhi #G20SummitIndia #G20InIndia #G20Delhi #JoeBiden #PMModi #JustinTrudeau #AnthonyAlbanese #VladimirPutin #XiJinping #TajHotel #ITCMaurya #LeelaHotel #ShangriLa #TajPalace
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#ManipurViolence #ManipurCrisis #Manipur #ManipurCurfew
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A day after Xi Jinping decided to skip the G20 Summit in Delhi, US President Joe Biden’s national security adviser Jake Sullivan said that China has the option to ‘come in and play the role of a spoiler’ at G20. Sullivan made the comment in response to a question on whether tensions between India and China may affect the outcome of the G20. Sullivan was addressing a press briefing at the White House where he previewed the President’s upcoming visit to India. Biden is scheduled to land in Delhi and hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 8.
#JakeSullivan #G20 #China #G20Summit #ChinaSkipG20 #US #JoeBidenG20
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Chinese Premier Li Qiang will attend the G20 Summit in India which is scheduled to take place on September 9 and 10 in the national capital, instead of President Xi Jinping. That would make him the second major leader after Russia’s President Vladimir Putin to skip the event.
#XiJinping #G20Summit #XiJinpingIndia #XiJinpingG20Summit #PMModi #JoeBiden #JustinTrudeau
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The Constitution (128th Amendment) Bill states that the implementation of women's quota in the 2024 general election will only happen after a delimitation.. IndiaTimes
CDC and FDA Recommend , Updated COVID Boosters for , Everyone Over Six Months Old.
'The Independent' reports that updated COVID
boosters from both Pfizer and Moderna are now
available at pharmacies across the United States.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
both recommend one dose of an updated
vaccine for everyone over six months old.
Depending on their previous vaccination status,
both agencies say some children
may be eligible for up to three doses. .
'The Independent' reports that both
hospitalizations and deaths have
been on the rise in the U.S. for weeks.
At the same time, health authorities around the world
are monitoring the emergence of two new variants,
BA.2.86, known as Pirola, and EG.5, known as Eris.
According to data from the CDC, Eris is now
responsible for almost 25% of U.S. COVID
cases, after first being detected in February.
Meanwhile, Pirola has triggered a surge in cases
across a number of countries, including the U.S. .
The CDC warns that unvaccinated
individuals are more likely to get
severely ill if they are infected with COVID.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) strongly
recommend that pregnant women get
the updated vaccine, citing a recent study.
The small study cited by the NIH found “protective
antibodies in nearly 75% of infants born to women
who had been vaccinated during pregnancy.”
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A former governor of the Bank of England has told Sky News that while it was too slow to turn off the stimulus taps after the COVID pandemic, its actions to tame.. Sky News
Dr Nikki Kanani, deputy lead of the Covid Vaccine Programme hails “another big day” as the NHS steps up its winter immunisations early in response to the risk of the new Covid variant. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
GOP Announces , Opening Hearing Date in , Biden Impeachment Inquiry.
'The Independent' reports that impeachment hearings
stemming from a Republican inquiry into President Joe
Biden have been scheduled to begin on September 28.
According to a spokesperson for the
House Oversight Committee, the hearing will , “focus on constitutional and legal questions
surrounding the President’s involvement
in corruption and abuse of public office.”.
Lawmakers reportedly plan on subpoenaing bank
records belonging to the president, his brother
James Biden and his son Hunter Biden.
Lawmakers reportedly plan on subpoenaing bank
records belonging to the president, his brother
James Biden and his son Hunter Biden.
The Oversight Committee will
continue to follow the evidence
and money trail to provide the
transparency and accountability
that Americans demand
from their government, Spokesperson for the House Oversight
Committee, via 'The Independent'.
The news comes amid an ongoing
House GOP investigation of business
dealings involving Hunter Biden.
On September 12, House Speaker
Kevin McCarthy launched the
impeachment inquiry without a House vote. .
'The Independent' reports that GOP members of both
the House and the Senate have expressed concerns
over a lack of evidence necessary to launch an inquiry.
While speaking on CNN, California Governor
Gavin Newsom mocked the inquiry,
referring to it as "student government.".
This is student government.
I mean, this is a perversity with
what the founding fathers ever
conceived of and imagined. , Gavin Newsom, Governor of California, via 'The Independent'.
So, if that’s the best they
could do, give me a break, Gavin Newsom, Governor of California, via 'The Independent'
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A plane carrying five Americans freed by Iran landed in the United States on Tuesday. The arrival of the American prisoners came a day after they were swapped for five Iranians detained in the US and the unfreezing of $6 billion in Iranian funds. This is being reported to be a rare deal between the two nations who are often described as arch-enemies. The release of the prisoners followed a carefully choreographed exchange, which was agreed after months of Qatar-mediated talks.
#Iran #US #PrisonerExchange #IranUS #USIran #PrisonerSwap
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