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CNN —A 12-year-old Palestinian boy was shot and killed by a border police officer in Shuafat refugee camp in occupied east Jerusalem, according to hospital officials and an Israeli police spokesperson. The boy falls to the ground just as the firework launches from his hand into the sky. CNN has asked police for further evidence of the alleged disturbances they say took place in the refugee camp on Tuesday. There were no casualties among the Israeli forces who dispersed the demonstrators at the Shuafat camp, the police spokesperson said. In a Telegram post, Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir applauded the soldier who shot and killed the boy.

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☆ More Chinese Women Choosing Singledom as Economy Stutters
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-06 | by ( March | At P.M. | ) www.usnews.com time to read: +6 min

Chinese Premier Li Qiang also vowed to "work towards a birth-friendly society" and boost childcare services in this year's government work report. In Shanghai, this figure reached 30.6 for men and 29.2 for women last year, according to city statistics. Long-term single lifestyles are gradually becoming more widespread in China, giving rise to online communities of mostly single women who seek solidarity from like-minded people. Decades of the one-child policy have led to 32.3 million more men than women in 2022, according to official data. "Well-educated women in search of supportive life partners find fewer suitable men who also endorse women's rights."

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Learn moreThe Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 are Apple's flagship smartwatches. Check out our reviews of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 for more specific information. AdvertisementApple Watch Series 9 vs. Ultra 2: Smartwatch featuresThe Ultra 2 (shown) and Series 9 both have the new Double Tap Gesture. These consist of the best designer Apple Watch bands, the best leather Apple Watch bands, or the best metal Apple Watch bands. AdvertisementApple Watch Series 9 vs. Ultra 2: PriceThe Apple Watch Series 9 starts at $399 for the 41mm model and $429 for the 45mm model, while the Ultra 2 retails for $799 for the only sizing option available, the 49mm model.

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That's why we've gathered the best President's Day mattress sales to help make it a little easier. Keep scrolling to find some of the best sales going on now from retailers we love. If you'd like some extra buying advice, be sure to take a look at our best mattress guide, too. 5 best President's Day mattress sales7 best President's Day mattress dealsStaff Pick Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress (Queen) $1,499.00 $1,999.00 Save 25% The Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress has great edge support and motion isolation. More President's Day mattress and bedding sales

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☆ Marcelo Claure and Paul Judge bought SoftBank's diversity fund. Now they're trying to raise $200 million for it.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-01 | by ( Vishal Persaud | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Read previewFormer SoftBank executive Marcelo Claure and serial entrepreneur and investor Paul Judge are in the throes of raising a new $200 million fund. The past year has been transitional for the fund since Claure and Judge bought the $100 million fund from SoftBank. Since then, there haven't been any new investments, but the two are poised to capitalize on the success of the first fund and are raising the second Open Opportunity Fund. He said that limited partners' interest has been positive overall since the Open Opportunity Fund's first fund has had so much success. AdvertisementJudge said that he expects the first Open Opportunity Fund to continue to deliver "top quartile" returns to its investors over the next five to seven years.

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Learn moreBusiness Insider Reviews has been covering the best pet products for more than five years. AdvertisementWhat types of pet products we coverFood: After hundreds of hours of interviews and research, we carefully selected the best cat foods and best dog foods. We also put dozens of litters to the test for our guides to the best cat litters and natural cat litter. Veterinarians and professional groomers also helped us narrow down the best dog toothpastes, dog dental chews, cat dental products, dog shampoos, and cat shampoos. Her article on pet anxiety in Pet Sitting Magazine was also nominated for The PSI Professional Pet Care Award.

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☆ Meta's continued rally could hinge on the fortunes of upstart retailers Temu and Shein
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-31 | by ( Jonathan Vanian | In | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +9 min

Temu is owned by PDD Holdings , a Chinese company that moved its principal office to Ireland last year. Meta is expected to report revenue growth of 22% for the quarter to $39.2 billion, according to analysts surveyed by LSEG, formerly Refinitiv. JMP analysts estimated that Temu and Shein spent roughly $600 million and $200 million, respectively, on Facebook and Instagram ads in the third quarter. In December, Temu sued Shein, alleging questionable business practices and a "mafia-style intimidation of suppliers," according to legal documents. Meta isn't the only U.S. internet company effected by the speedy growth from Temu and Shein.

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Gene therapy has allowed several children born with inherited deafness to hear. Globally, 34 million children have deafness or hearing loss, and genes are responsible for up to 60% of cases. Hereditary deafness is the latest condition scientists are targeting with gene therapy, which is already approved to treat illnesses such as sickle cell disease and severe hemophilia. Also, some people consider gene therapy for deafness ethically problematic. "This is real proof showing gene therapy is working,” Chen said.

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☆ China says the U.S. has 'weaponized' chip export controls
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-11 | by ( Evelyn Cheng | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Chinese and U.S. flags flutter near The Bund, before U.S. trade delegation meet their Chinese counterparts for talks in Shanghai, China July 30, 2019. BEIJING — China's Ministry of Commerce said Thursday the U.S. is weaponizing export controls and using them as a tool. "The United States has instrumentalized and weaponized export control issues," she said, calling for the Dutch side to "respect the spirit of the contract and support businesses in conducting compliant trade." She was responding to a question about ASML, the Netherlands-based company that makes lithography machines that are key to manufacturing advanced semiconductors. ASML said in a Jan. 1 statement the Dutch government restricted it from exporting some lithography products to China.

Persons: Shu Jueting, ASML Organizations: Bund, BEIJING — China's Ministry of Commerce, CNBC Locations: Shanghai, China, BEIJING, United States, Netherlands

Some of the highlights include deals on garage door openers from top brands like Chamberlain and Genie. There are a few main factors to consider when shopping for a garage door opener: speed, strength, noise, and smart capabilities. The top smart option in our guide to the best garage door openers is the Chamberlain Belt Drive Smart Garage Door opener, and it's currently 24% at Amazon. You can find the rest of the remaining Cyber Monday deals on our hub page. The best Cyber Monday garage door opener deals

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Today, we're seeing tons of Cyber Monday Lego deals that can't be missed. If you're hung up over a tough giftee, we recommend checking out these Lego deals for some of the best cheap gift ideas for recipients of any age. We're seeing tons of sets on sale from both Amazon and Lego, from beginner-friendly Duplo sets to massive "Star Wars" builds. For even more incredible savings, check out our guide to the best Cyber Monday deals for discounts on tech, clothing, beauty products, and much more. The best Cyber Monday Lego deals

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Learn moreMax, formerly known as HBO Max, is one of the best streaming services out there. We consistently rank it as the top option for critically acclaimed content — and it also has one of the best Cyber Monday deals. This Max Cyber Monday deal ends tomorrow, November 27, and has been available for the past few days in the lead-up to Black Friday. With Max recently raising prices, this is going to be the best Max deal you can expect to see for a while, so make sure to jump on it. To see how these competitors stack up to Max, check out our guide to the best streaming services.

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Learn moreThe end of Black Friday is approaching, so now is a great time to stock up on toy gifts. We love Lego sets because they inspire creativity: You can create a race car or outer-space fighter jet from a handful of plastic pieces to fuel hours of fun. This shopping season, the best Black Friday Lego deals are aplenty. Another great set, the Lego Technic Lamborghini Sián for adults, is 20% off at Amazon. The best Black Friday Lego deals

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Learn moreMax, the streaming service formerly known as HBO Max, is offering a special Black Friday deal for new and returning subscribers. Through November 27, viewers can get their first six months of Max for $2.99 a month, but the deal only applies to the ad-supported version of Max. Max plans normally start at $9.99 monthly for the ad-supported version, so the deal offers a 70% savings. Max recently raised its prices, so this is the best introductory deal you can expect, as long as you don't mind watching a few commercials. We're following multiple Black Friday streaming deals, including discounts on Hulu, Peacock, and Paramount Plus.

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☆ ‘Faces of Sanxingdui’: Bronze Age relics shed light on mysterious ancient kingdom
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-17 | by ( Christy Choi | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

Hong Kong CNN —A golden face with patinaed turquoise eyes stares out of the darkness. Currently on display at the Hong Kong Palace Museum, they may appear Mayan or Aztec to the untrained eye, but these over-3,000-year-old sculptures weren’t unearthed anywhere near Mesoamerica’s ancient civilizations. Archaeologists from the Sanxingdui Museum say the city was established some 4,800 to 2,800 years ago, until it was abandoned around 800 BC for unknown reasons. 'Kneeling figure with a twisted head', bronze, at the Hong Kong Palace Museum in Hong Kong, China on September 26, 2023. A figure on display at the Hong Kong Palace Museum.

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☆ China's richest nepo babies look set to inherit $120 billion
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-15 | by ( Polly Thompson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. All aged under 40, Chinese heirs from at least 11 families will soon have control of wealth worth an estimated $120 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. AdvertisementNongfu Spring is China's biggest water company. Future Publishing/Getty ImagesThe company, worth just over half a trillion dollars, is China's biggest bottled water producer. These billionaire nepo babies are standing by to reap the benefits of China's an almost uninterrupted wealth boom over the past four decades.

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☆ Dinosaur-killing asteroid impact fouled Earth's atmosphere with dust
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-30 | by ( Will Dunham | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +5 min

The total amount of dust, they calculated, was about 2,000 gigatonnes - exceeding 11 times the weight of Mt. While prior research highlighted two other factors - sulfur released after the impact and soot from the wildfires - this study indicated dust played a larger role than previously known. "It was cold and dark for years," Vrije Universiteit Brussel planetary scientist and study co-author Philippe Claeys said. "While the sulfur stayed about eight to nine years, soot and silicate dust resided in the atmosphere for about 15 years after the impact. "Without the impact, my guess is that mammals - including us - had little chance to become the dominant organisms on this planet."

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OnePlus entered the US market for tablet-hybrid foldable phones on Thursday with the launch of the OnePlus Open, which is available to preorder now and set for release on October 26. Among other noteworthy specs, the OnePlus Open has a five-camera system and a singular slate of multitasking features. AdvertisementAdvertisementThe OnePlus Open costs $1,699 and comes with 512GB of storage. OnePlus is offering a minimum $200 off the OnePlus Open when you trade in "any phone" at "any condition" through its website. AdvertisementAdvertisementOnePlus Open: Hands-on impressionsThe OnePlus Open's exterior display presents a familiar phone experience.

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☆ How the world's hottest new pepper, Pepper X, compares to its top 6 predecessors like the Carolina Reaper and Ghost
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-18 | by ( Jenny Mcgrath | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Guinness World Records crowned Pepper X the world's hottest pepper. AdvertisementAdvertisementApparently, when you taste the world's hottest pepper, both your face and chest feel tight, and it's difficult to form words, as evidenced by the reaction on the YouTube show "Hot Ones." Ed Currie, creator of Pepper X, appeared on the show to receive the Guinness World Record for the hottest pepper, measuring an average of 2.693 million Scoville Heat Units. Jeffrey Collins/AP/AlessandroZocc/Getty ImagesUntil now, no one had beaten the previous record for the world's hottest pepper in over a decade. How Pepper X compares to the 6 hottest peppers before itSince 2011, Guinness has awarded several peppers with the prestiguous honor of "world's hottest."

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☆ World's hottest chili pepper declared Chili Pepper X by Guinness World Records
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-17 | by ( Chris Boyette | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

Chili Pepper X has captured the spicy record as the world’s hottest, Guinness World Records announced on Monday. By comparison, the average jalapeño pepper scores between 3,000 to 8,000 SHU, according to Guinness. Ed Currie holds up certification that his new Pepper X variety of peppers is the hottest in the world, according to the Guinness Book of World Records Jeffrey Collins/APPepper X is grown by Ed Currie, founder of Puckerbutt Pepper Company in South Carolina. “Ed cultivated Pepper X on his farm for over 10 years, cross breeding it with some of his hottest peppers to increase its capsaicin content,” Guinness said on its website. Currie first presented Pepper X to the world on an episode of the popular YouTube series, “Hot Ones.”“Those who don’t fear the Reaper are fools.

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That's why I'm spending Prime Day looking out for the gaming deals that are actually worth your money. I've been scouring Amazon Prime Big Deal Day's kitchen section to find Prime Day deals on kitchen items. Displays can vary a lot in performance, so figuring out which Prime Day deals on TVs are worth your money can be tricky. Some of the best Prime Day deals on printers include the Brother MFC-J1010DW, a budget multi-function unit that's less than $80. I'm also loving the Prime Day deals on Rivet furniture (read our Rivet review), including 15% off a leather sectional.

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While we've been sharing the very best Prime Day deals throughout the sale, there are some great finds our editors recommend snagging right now. William Antonelli, tech reporterAmazonI'm taking this Prime Day to upgrade some of the old gadgets I've got in my house. I go through many shoes when training for marathons, and Prime Day is when I pick up a new pair or two. Last Prime Day, I purchased the Asics Men's Gel-Nimbus 24 Running Shoes. These Prime Day deals most certainly took a bite out of my wallet, but at a fraction of the price you'd normally pay for these items.

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Although the newly released Apple Watch Series 9 isn't on sale, the new Ultra 2 and previous generation models, like the Series 8 and Apple Watch SE, have had their prices slashed. Below are all the best Prime Day Apple Watch deals, including $80 off the 41mm Apple Watch Series 8. And for more discounts on other products, check out our live roundup of all the best Prime Day deals. The best Prime Day Apple Watch dealsSee more Apple Watch deals at Amazon. Prime Day Apple Watch deals buying adviceIs Prime Day a good time to buy an Apple Watch?

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☆ Armed with a heavyweight torpedo made to 'break ships in half,' Taiwan's first homemade submarine will represent a new threat to China's navy
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-10 | by ( Chris Panella | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

The vessel's ability to carry a powerful heavyweight torpedo capable of defeating ships and submarines — the US-made Mark 48, or Mk-48 — is a real eye-catching feature. The vessel — its English name "Narwhal" and Mandarin name "Hai Kun" — is the first sub of the island's Indigenous Defense Submarine program, a top priority in Taipei. AdvertisementAdvertisementTaiwan President Tsai Ing-wen receiving a submarine model in front of Taiwan's first locally built submarine, "Narwhal," during the vessel's unveiling ceremony at the CSBC Corporation shipbuilding company in Kaohsiung in September. US Navy/MC1 Michael B ZingaroOriginally designed in the late 1960s and deployed in the late 1980s, the Mk-48 torpedo was intended to counter advances in Soviet submarine technology. These considerations make the Mk-48 torpedo key.

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☆ Armed with a heavyweight torpedo made to 'break ships in half,' Taiwan's first homemade submarine represents a new threat to China's navy
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-10 | by ( Chris Panella | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

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