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UPS to cut 30,000 jobs and close 24 sites as Amazon volume “glide-down” continues

UPS plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs and close 24 facilities in 2026 as it reduces Amazon delivery volume, even as the company beat earnings estimates and forecast higher revenue for the year.

Wall Street pushes S&P 500 toward 7,000 while Dow falls as healthcare stocks tumble

Wall Street lifted the S&P 500 to a record and closer to 7,000 as earnings rolled in and the Fed meeting began, while the Dow slipped after health insurers sank on Medicare Advantage news.

Tesla stock in focus ahead of results as Wall Street debates growth vs profitability

Tesla is set for a key earnings test as investors watch margins, demand and pricing strategy, with the results expected to influence sentiment across the EV and tech markets.

Books

New Publications Offer Diverse Perspectives on China’s Global Role and Internal Developments

A wave of new books and publications has recently emerged, offering multifaceted insights into China's evolving international economic engagement, its domestic legal frameworks, technological advancements, and its broader societal...

EU and India finalize “mother of all deals” as tariffs fall and market access expands

The EU and India finalized a landmark free trade agreement aimed at cutting tariffs on most goods, easing access for services and investment, and reshaping trade ties across a combined market of about 2 billion people.

Storm Chandra batters UK and Ireland with flooding, school closures and travel disruption

Storm Chandra brought heavy rain and strong winds to the UK and Ireland, triggering flooding, rescues, school closures, flight and ferry cancellations, and widespread power outages.

Wall Street pushes S&P 500 toward 7,000 while Dow falls as healthcare stocks tumble

Wall Street lifted the S&P 500 to a record and closer to 7,000 as earnings rolled in and the Fed meeting began, while the Dow slipped after health insurers sank on Medicare Advantage news.

Iranian Rial Plummets to Record Low Amidst Protests and Economic Strain

Iran's currency, the rial, hits a record low of 1.5 million against the US dollar amid ongoing protests and international pressure.

The Fosse Phenomenon: Nobel Laureate Sparks Unprecedented Book Demand in China

In a phenomenon not uncommon to the realm of global literature, the prestigious acknowledgment of an author can cast a sudden and spotlight, elevating...

The Universal Language of Reading: Perspectives and Insights

Bai Long, a seasoned editor, believes the history of reading reflects the journey of our spirit and lives. While reviewing student articles, Bai was...

Dulwich College Beijing Hosts Inspirational Book Sharing Event

Dulwich College in Beijing recently celebrated a book sharing event, inspired by the "My Reading Life" essay contest initiated earlier in 2023. This initiative...

Popular Book Series on Chinese Pioneers Attracts Young Readers

In late July, a book expo in Jinan, Shandong Province, brought together authors and readers to discuss a book series dedicated to pioneering Chinese...

Yao Peisheng: Bridging Chinese and Russian Cultures Through Bilingual Literature

Yao Peisheng's Literary Venture: A Bridge between Chinese and Russian Cultures At 78 years of age, Yao Peisheng, former Chinese ambassador and cultural enthusiast, embarked...

2023 Shanghai Book Fair: A Confluence of Tradition and Modernity

In the early morning outside the Shanghai Exhibition Center, Zhang Sijing, an avid reader and mother of two, believed she and her family were...

Reflections on Genetic Engineering: A Blind Visionary’s Perspective

When Chong Chan-yau, a notable figure spearheading multiple Hong Kong-based NGOs, delved into Walter Isaacson's “The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the...

China’s Innovative Leap: First Magazine-Themed Store Opens in Shanghai

In an innovative move aiming to keep the allure of traditional brick-and-mortar businesses alive in a digitizing world, China's first-ever magazine-themed store was unveiled...

Multilingual Editions of “A Concise History of the Communist Party of China” Released

Beijing recently celebrated the 102nd anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC) by unveiling multilingual editions of "A Concise History...

Examining Marine Life and Scientific Knowledge in a Historical Context

CITIC Press Group in Beijing has recently released the final volume of the collection "Notes of Hai Cuo Tu," authored by science blogger Zhang...

Creative Writing Project Expands to Showcase Rural China and Agriculture

More than 30 chief editors of literature publications and heads of publishing houses in China have recently attended a signing ceremony. The purpose of...

Exploring the Rich Folklore of Beijing: A Comprehensive Guide

An encyclopedia with an exclusive focus on Beijing folklore was recently released at the Beijing Tsinghua Tongheng Planning and Design Institute. The book is...

The Yilin Press Event in Beijing Highlights the Chinese Translation of The Persians

The Yilin Press recently organized an event called "Time Travel: The Trip to Explore Persia" in Beijing to promote the Chinese version of the...

Chinese Original Stories and Illustrations Shine at the Annual Children’s Book Fair in Bologna, Italy

The Palace Cats picture book series has garnered attention from visitors to the exhibition area of a Chinese publishing house at the Bologna Children's...

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