Street Theater: How ‘Chengguan’ and Vendors Play Their Roles
A researcher focusing on China’s urban management officers, or “chengguan,” explores their catch-and-release relationship with errant traders...
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Grays Peak Capital Launches $500 Million Private Credit Fund II Expanding Government and Defense Mission Critical Lending
Grays Peak Capital ("GPC"), a New York-based global in-vestment firm, announced the launch of its second fund, Grays Peak Private
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Why Lithium Bulls Might Be Overlooking Key Market Signals
Shares of lithium miners have been on a tear over the past couple of weeks, reversing months of losses on
Larisa Fleishman
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Gender-affirming surgeries may be added to Medicare—but the evidence is still being reviewed
For the first time in Australia, an independent committee is considering whether Medicare should fund gender-affirming surgery for trans adults
Larisa Fleishman
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For the first time, scientists observed the ‘hidden swirls’ that affect the flow of sand, rocks and snow
What looks like ordinary sand, rocks or snow flowing in one direction can actually hide swirling currents that move in
Larisa Fleishman
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AIOCD calls for GST rate cuts on medicines
“All medicines should be brought under the 5% GST slab, while critical life-saving medicines should be fully exempt (0%)“...
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Foreign singers strike a chord in Chinese show
China Daily) International participants gave a thumbs-up to the popular Chinese singing competition Singer 2025, saying that the program offered opportunities
Larisa Fleishman
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Matric stress? Sadag says mental health comes first
With matric finals around the corner, the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag) is reminding pupils that their mental
Larisa Fleishman
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Downgraded Hurricane Erin lashes Caribbean with rain
Offshore Hurricane Erin was downgraded to a Category 3 storm early Sunday, as rain lashed Caribbean islands and weather officials
Larisa Fleishman
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New Hawkers’ Street outlet at Tangs Plaza features 6 Michelin-recognised brands, opens on Aug 18, Lifestyle News
With Hawkers' Street's newest outlet, we now have more options in town for affordable food. The food court chain is
