China Targets Senior

China Targets Senior Admiral in New Round of Defense Purges

The investigation into Adm. Miao Hua, a protégé of leader Xi Jinping, follows a spate of disciplinary cases that have targeted senior military officials.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 6 hours ago

China Has Detained a Senior AstraZeneca Executive

Leon Wang, executive vice president in charge of China and the broader Asian region, is being detained while the Chinese government is probing AstraZeneca employees, the drugmaker says.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

China probes top officer discipline ‘violations’

Investigation into Miao Hua takes Xi Jinping’s purge of military to its highest echelons

World - Financial Times - 5 hours ago

China’s Latest Security Target: Halloween Partygoers

Last year, the Shanghai government said Halloween celebrations were a sign of “cultural tolerance.” This year, the police rounded up people in costume.

World - The New York Times - October 30

China’s Huawei Takes Aim at Apple With Latest Smartphone

Last year, a chip breakthrough put Huawei on top of the Chinese smartphone market. Now it is rolling out its newest phone, the Mate 70 series.

Business - The New York Times - 2 days ago

UK must offer Trump concessions on China to avoid tariffs says senior MP

Labour’s Liam Byrne argues government needs to address US concerns about economic security

World - Financial Times - November 14

Tariff hikes will backfire, and China can manage such 'external shocks,' a senior official says

A senior Chinese official says higher tariffs on Chinese exports will backfire by boosting prices paid by consumers

World - ABC News - 6 days ago

Trump Family Members and Biden Aides Among China Hack Targets

Phones used by Jared Kushner and Eric Trump were among those that hackers sought access to as part of a counterintelligence effort carried out by a hacking group associated with China.

World - The New York Times - October 29

China targets 2mn lifts to keep its ageing population upwardly mobile

A campaign is under way to retrofit older apartments but authorities and residents are fighting over the bill

World - Financial Times - November 2

House Committee Targets Chip Technology Firms for China Ties

It requested information from a handful of firms that make chip manufacturing possible about their commercial ties to China.

Business - The New York Times - November 8

China's Scarborough Shoal mapping to allow 'more targeted' steps against Philippines

World - Yahoo News - November 11

China’s market targets are ‘just psychological’, says former regulator

Frank remarks by onetime securities commission chief give rare insight into Beijing financial policymaking

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

Market veteran Howard Marks cautions that China's economic growth target is a 'Herculean challenge'

Veteran investor Howard Marks is hopeful about China's economy, but cautions that the country's growth target is a monumental challenge.

Business - CNBC - November 19

Is gold still safe for seniors to invest in?

The price of gold has surged in 2024, leading some seniors to question if it's still safe to invest in.

Who Is Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing of Myanmar?

The country’s military leader has been accused of crimes against humanity over the army’s persecution of the Rohingya ethnic group.

World - The New York Times - 7 hours ago

Helping seniors know when it's time to give up driving

Giving up driving can be a big loss of independence for seniors, and coming to the decision that it's no longer safe for them to be behind that wheel can be difficult. James Brown showcases one ...

Here’s a surprising reason most boomers are worried about moving to a senior residence

A new survey points to the importance of quality meals as a key driver to win over older adults.

Business - MarketWatch - November 2

What seniors should know about Medicare open enrollment for 2025

There are a few important factors that seniors should be aware of during open enrollment this year.

Kentucky hoops lands top-30 senior guard Lewis

Top-30 senior Acaden Lewis announced his commitment to Kentucky on Saturday, giving Mark Pope his second impact guard in the 2025 class.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

Killing Time by Alan Bennett review – senior moments full of wit and style

The author employs his pitch-perfect repertoire of satirical skills in his first book for five years – a novella about the residents of an upmarket care home during the pandemic. Alan Bennett, now ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Deutsche’s private bank fires over 100 bankers in cost-cutting drive

Frankfurt-headquartered lender has imposed demanding targets on underperforming unit

Business - Financial Times - November 11

Seniors will pay more for Medicare in 2025. Here's what to know.

Medicare's Part B monthly premium is outpacing both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.

Lloyds Bank to stop recognising senior employees union membership

High street lender introducing ‘people forums’ to discuss issues including job cuts, pay and policies

World - Financial Times - November 13

Senior Russian naval officer killed in car bomb hit claimed by Kyiv

A bomb planted under a car blew up and killed a Russian serviceman in the occupied Crimean city of Sevastopol.

Trump names top campaign aides as senior White House staff

President-elect Trump announced Wednesday that four senior advisers from his campaign will join him at the White House when he takes office in January. Dan Scavino, Stephen Miller, James Blair and ...

Politics - The Hill - November 13

Many more seniors are getting COVID shots this year, CDC reports

Nearly 4 in 10 seniors have gotten vaccinated for COVID so far this year.

This Is the Secret to a Good Retirement, According to an Anthropologist Who Interviewed 100 Seniors

If you’re only worrying about your finances, you may be missing the most important ingredient for a good retirement.

Business - Inc. - November 14

5 important reverse mortgage facts seniors should know

Seniors contemplating a reverse mortgage should familiarize themselves with these five facts before getting started.

Trump's Cabinet and senior staff positions picks shake up Washington

President-elect Donald Trump has made some controversial picks for Cabinet and senior staff positions — some of whom could face steep confirmation battles despite that the Senate is dominated by ...

Trump's controversial Cabinet and senior staff picks face uncertain future

President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks are facing an uncertain future as his selections received mixed reviews in recent days — and a handful sent shockwaves through Washington.

Trump names Brendan Carr, senior GOP leader at FCC, to lead the agency

President-elect Donald Trump has named the senior Republican on the Federal Communications Commission as the new chairman of the agency tasked with regulating broadcasting, telecommunications and ...

Tech - ABC News - November 17

Why seniors should apply for long-term care insurance before 2025

Waiting to purchase a long-term care insurance plan in 2025 could be a costly mistake. Here's why.

3 important insurance types seniors should buy before 2025

By purchasing one of these policies now, seniors can get ahead of potential price hikes in the new year.

Some UK quangos are ‘a law unto themselves’, senior MP warns

Simon Hoare sets out plans for inquiry into arm’s-length bodies amid concerns over accountability

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

3 mortgage refinancing alternatives seniors should consider now

Seniors disappointed in their mortgage refinancing options may benefit from exploring these alternatives instead.

Trump names Seb Gorka, Alex Wong to be senior national security staff

President-elect Trump has tapped his first term alums Alex Wong and Sebastian Gorka to join his national security team for his second go-around. Gorka will act as the deputy assistant to the ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Senior UK bankers to receive bonuses faster under new rules

Bank of England proposes relaxation of restrictions dating from financial crisis

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Ukrainian immigrants share their story of fleeing the war with area seniors

World - Yahoo News - Yesterday

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