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Russians have found a way to buy US chips in circumvention of sanctions-Bloomberg

Russian distributors use the Texas Instruments API to order chips through third countries. During the year, orders were made for 6 6 million, of which 4 4 million was for military companies.

News of the World • December 9, 10:13 PM • 16172 views

Crypto entrepreneur ate a banana for 6 6.2 million from a famous art object

Crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun bought an art object "comedian" at Sotheby's auction-a banana taped to the wall. During a press conference in Hong Kong, he ate the fruit, comparing it to NFT.

Culture • November 29, 03:44 PM • 20763 views

India sharply reduced imports of Russian diamonds: what is the reason

In September 2024, India reduced imports of Russian diamonds from $112 million to $1. 5 million due to G7 sanctions. Belgium, Hong Kong and the UAE became the main suppliers of diamonds to India.

News of the World • November 19, 08:33 AM • 13459 views

45 opposition activists in Hong Kong sentenced to 10 years in prison: what's going on

Hong Kong's High Court sentenced 45 opposition leaders to prison terms of up to 10 years. The verdict is related to charges of “undermining state security” by participating in protests against Chinese influence.

News of the World • November 19, 04:07 AM • 23117 views

Scientists have found that life expectancy is slowing down in the world

A new study has revealed a slowdown in life expectancy growth in countries with the longest-lived populations. It also states that the increase in the number of centenarians does not lead to a significant increase in overall life expectancy.

Health • October 8, 03:19 PM • 16941 views

Blinken: Beijing's talk of peace in Ukraine is “not true”

The US Secretary of State accused China of supporting the Russian defense industry. Blinken said that this contradicts Beijing's statements about its desire for peace in Ukraine.

Politics • September 28, 07:04 AM • 40988 views

American soldier sold secrets to China

A US military intelligence analyst has pleaded guilty to selling military secrets to China. He was arrested at a base in Kentucky for passing information about US defense and weapons to a person from Hong Kong.

War • August 14, 12:02 AM • 41379 views

Since the beginning of the war, almost UAH 36 billion has been transferred from the NBU's special account for defense

Since the beginning of the war, the NBU has transferred over UAH 35. 9 billion for defense needs from a special account. As of August 1, 2024, the account balance exceeded UAH 1.3 billion.

War • August 2, 04:17 PM • 77425 views

Kuleba visited Hong Kong and called to close sanctions circumvention routes for Russia

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba visited Hong Kong. He called on local authorities to take measures to prevent Russia from using Hong Kong to circumvent sanctions imposed for its aggression against Ukraine.

Politics • July 25, 11:54 AM • 26895 views

China sharply reduced chip supplies to russia due to US sanctions

China has significantly reduced the volume of semiconductor supplies to russia after the new US sanctions. From January to may 2024, the supply of advanced components through Hong Kong fell by 28%, and through mainland China - by 19%.

War • July 22, 10:28 PM • 102555 views

US sentences russian to 3 years in prison for illegal purchase of microelectronics for russia

In the United States, a russian man was sentenced to 3 years in prison for money laundering and smuggling military microelectronics for russia. He ran a network of front companies in Hong Kong to illegally purchase technology.

Crimes and emergencies • July 18, 12:44 AM • 21110 views

Taiwan warns citizens against traveling to China due to threat of execution

Taiwan warns its citizens against traveling to China because of Beijing's threats to execute "ardent" supporters of Taiwan's independence.

News of the World • June 27, 02:53 PM • 18812 views

Expensive even for the rich: which cities are recognized as the most expensive

According to a study by Julius Baer Group Ltd, Singapore remains the most expensive city in the world, followed by Hong Kong and London.

Economy • June 26, 05:40 AM • 28380 views

Hong Kong suffers from heat wave: due to climate change, extreme weather will appear more often

Hong Kong recorded the hottest summer solstice in the last 40 years - 34°C. Meteorologists warn of a hotter-than-usual summer due to climate change and a series of periods of extreme heat.

News of the World • June 21, 03:24 PM • 19958 views

NATO Secretary General: China should pay for propping up Putin's war

The NATO Secretary General warned that China will face consequences if it continues to support Russia's war in Ukraine.

War • June 18, 05:59 AM • 48267 views

Russia is forced to use cryptocurrencies and barter deals to trade with China - Bloomberg

Russian companies facing difficulties in trading with China due to Western sanctions are increasingly using cryptocurrencies such as Tether and barter transactions to circumvent financial restrictions.

News of the World • May 28, 01:35 PM • 19770 views

British man accused of spying on Hong Kong found dead

A 37-year-old former British Marine accused of spying for Chinese intelligence has been found dead in a park near London under unclear circumstances.

News of the World • May 22, 06:43 AM • 21244 views

EU proposes sanctions against any financial institution in the world that helps Russia - Reuters

France and the Netherlands propose that the EU impose sanctions on any financial institution worldwide that helps the Russian military obtain prohibited goods or dual-use technology.

Politics • May 15, 01:15 PM • 35652 views

The price of bitcoin has fallen slightly and amounts to 62 thousand dollars

On Wednesday, the price of bitcoin fell slightly to $62,000, despite the weakening dollar and a small positive movement.

Economy • May 15, 11:28 AM • 20500 views

Media: draft 14th package of sanctions against Russia sent to EU countries, includes restrictions on Russian LNG and "shadow fleet"

The European Commission has sent the EU countries a draft of the 14th package of sanctions against Russia, which includes restrictions on imports of Russian liquefied natural gas, a ban on transshipment of Russian LNG in European ports, sanctions against the Russian "shadow fleet" transporting oil, restrictions on trade with more than 50 non-EU companies that help Russia avoid sanctions, and a ban on Russian funding of political parties and non-governmental organizations in the EU.

War • May 6, 01:57 PM • 23760 views

Ukrainian athletes win the first ever team medal at the Fencing World Cup

The women's foil fencing team of Ukraine won a bronze medal at the World Championships in Hong Kong, becoming the first Ukrainian team in history to compete at this level.

Sports • May 5, 11:51 AM • 26824 views

Apple CEO calls China "the most competitive market in the world" amid falling iPhone sales

Apple reported disappointing quarterly results due to weak demand in China and stiff competition from Huawei, but remains optimistic about the long-term potential of China and other markets such as India, announcing a record $110 billion share buyback plan and hinting at future AI product launches.

Economy • May 3, 05:32 AM • 23357 views

Bitcoin grew by 1.6% per day: now its value is over $63 thousand

The price of bitcoin remains relatively stable near the lower end of the trading range as investors continue to sell off cryptocurrency assets, especially in the United States.

Economy • April 30, 12:32 PM • 17335 views

Bitcoin and ether are losing ground due to investor fears in the US

Bitcoin and ethereum prices are declining due to investors' fears of stagflation, a scenario of high inflation and low economic growth in the United States, which poses risks to high-risk assets such as cryptocurrencies.

Economy • April 29, 08:46 AM • 64652 views

Despite sanctions: russia continues to buy British cars through third countries - media

Despite Western sanctions, russia is likely to obtain British luxury cars through neighboring countries such as Azerbaijan, where exports from Britain have increased unprecedentedly.

News of the World • April 26, 11:15 AM • 21849 views

Klimt's painting sold at auction in Vienna for 30 million euros

Gustav Klimt's "Portrait of Fraülein Lieser," which had been considered lost for 100 years, was sold for 30 million euros to an unknown buyer in Vienna.

Culture • April 25, 08:46 PM • 123403 views

Bloomberg: EU may impose sanctions on a number of companies supplying goods to the russian army

The EU is considering imposing sanctions on more than 10 companies from russia, Turkey, the UAE, China, and Hong Kong for importing millions of euros worth of banned European goods for use by the russian military-defense complex, despite significant trade restrictions.

War • April 23, 03:52 PM • 54919 views

In China, heavy rains destroyed homes and roads, causing 4 deaths and disrupting the lives of 110,000 people

Heavy rains in the Chinese province of Guangdong caused floods that killed 4 people, displaced 110,000, and destroyed roads and bridges.

News of the World • April 22, 03:36 PM • 35347 views

Electric car manufacturers cut prices amid fierce competition: Tesla shares fall by 3%

Tesla and Chinese electric car makers such as Li Auto have cut prices amid fierce competition, including in the Chinese electric car market.

Economy • April 22, 12:43 PM • 27375 views

Last year was an extremely disturbing one: Zholnovych announces the growth rate of Ukrainians

In 2022, Ukraine's population growth rate was an alarming 0. 9. There were 187,000 reported newborns and a high premature mortality rate, exacerbated by the war and the massive emigration of up to 7 million citizens.

Society • April 22, 08:29 AM • 18706 views

From May, gasoline in Ukraine should be sold with alcohol: how this will affect cars and the cost of fuel

BEB is investigating cases of tax evasion and smuggling in the field of electronics trade

“Return to Stalinism”: lawyer Kravets on NABU's pressure on the bar, wiretapping and reports to foreigners

Held in a camp for six years: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children from Syria

TCR servicemen without combat experience will be sent to fighting units - General Staff

We have already lost the opportunity to purchase seeds from Ukrainian producers - expert

Electricity tariff will remain unchanged until the end of October - Shmyhal

Construction of the metro to Vynohradar: the developer responded whether the pipe breakthrough will affect the pace

World Football Day: victories and defeats of the Ukrainian national team in a year

The first hundred days of Trump's presidency: what they were remembered for and what to expect in the future

US at the UN Security Council: Responsibility for peace in Ukraine lies with both countries

Trump summed up the results of 100 days of presidency: main theses

Air raid alert across Ukraine: threat of missile attack from MiG-31K

Night attack on Dnipro: the RMA told the details

More than half of the battles are in two directions: map from the General Staff

Cheese Symphony: 5 Appetizing Lunches That Are Easy to Make at Home

“Mommy's rules”. Transparency International Ukraine revealed the motives why the ARMA leadership is disrupting changes in the agency

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"Harry Potter" film saga star Rupert Grint becomes a father for the second time

OutKast, Cyndi Lauper, and The White Stripes to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

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