Despite numerous government stimulus and support measures aimed at bolstering the housing market in China, these efforts have fallen short of expectations. Haibin Zhu, chief China economist at JPMorgan, has warned that the housing market crash in China is far from over, with home prices not expected to stabilize until 2025 at the earliest. Recent
Filmmaker Alfonso Cuarón is contemplating the idea of transforming his acclaimed seven-hour Apple TV+ series, Disclaimer, into a version that could potentially qualify for consideration at the Academy Awards. The show, based on Renée Knight’s gripping novel, follows the story of Catherine Ravenscroft, a documentary filmmaker played magnificently by Leila George and Cate Blanchett. Ravenscroft’s
As the Bengals prepare for their season opener, wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase’s availability remains uncertain. Coach Zac Taylor described Chase as day-to-day, attributing his absence from practice to ongoing contract negotiations. Despite the looming uncertainty, Taylor assured that the team is prepared to adjust for any eventualities involving the three-time Pro Bowler. During Monday’s practice
The use of cannabis has long been a topic of debate and controversy, with ongoing discussions about its effects on human health. A recent study conducted by epidemiologist Lifang Hou from Northwestern University suggests that cannabis use may lead to changes in the human body’s epigenome. The epigenome, which functions like a set of switches,
The REC-CAGEFREE I randomized trial has shed light on the inadequacy of drug-coated balloon (DCB) angioplasty as the initial strategy for de novo coronary artery stenoses. According to the findings presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) meeting by Ling Tao, MD, PhD, of Xijing Hospital in Xi’an, China, DCB with rescue use of
Jessica Pegula, a determined American tennis player, has once again found herself in the quarterfinals at the US Open after a convincing victory over Diana Shnaider. This victory marks her seventh appearance in the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam tournament, but the challenge lies in the fact that she has yet to secure a win
A recent panel of Brazil’s federal supreme court justices unanimously voted to uphold orders suspending the use of Elon Musk’s social network X nationwide. This decision comes after Justice Luiz Fux expressed some reservations about a specific measure in the order that allows the court to fine individuals or businesses using “subterfuge,” such as VPNs,
The recent announcement by British Foreign Minister David Lammy to suspend 30 out of 350 arms export licenses to Israel raises critical questions about the country’s stance on international law. While Lammy clarified that this is not a blanket ban or arms embargo, the decision to suspend specific licenses indicates a recognition of the potential
Following the unfreezing of 66 percent of users’ Indian Rupee (INR) balances on August 26, there was a surge in withdrawals by WazirX users in urgent need of funds. However, the momentum has since slowed down, prompting the exchange’s team, including co-founder Nischal Shetty, to advise users to retrieve their INR balances from the platform
The incident involving Lucy Connolly, the wife of a Tory councillor, highlights the dangerous consequences of spreading racial hatred. Connolly pleaded guilty to publishing written material to stir up racial hatred following the Southport stabbings. Her post on social media advocating for mass deportation and violence against asylum seekers is not only shocking but also