Taiwan’s Wages Are Lower Than Countries with Similar GDP per Capita

Taiwan’s GDP per capita is expected to exceed US$40,000 next year. Also, Taiwan’s GDP per capita and cost of living is now on par with Spain, Slovenia and Japan (left chart below). But how does Taiwan’s wages compare with them?—we explore in this...

Plastic packaging specialist ALPLA takes over Energoplast’s closure production

The internationally active ALPLA Group continues to grow in the compression and injection moulding segment and is taking over the production facility of Serbian closure manufacturer Energoplast. As a system provider, ALPLA supplies high-quality...

Here are the digital changes EU candidate countries are making to align with the bloc

To join the European Union, countries must align with the acquis, the collection of laws, regulations, standards and policies of the 27-member bloc. This includes technology and digital infrastructure requirements, such as digital wallets and...

Transit Diary: Too much driving is made necessary (it doesn’t have to be this way!)

Crammed two bikes and three people into my brother’s Mini Cooper, waiting to leave the Lifeline 100 back to DC. Image by the author. Howdy y’all, I’m Zach Adams, a second-term Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner (2B08 - North Dupont Circle), condo...

Integrating DNA Sequencing and AI for AAV Genome Integrity

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Former NBA champ explains why he prefers "Fat Luka Doncic"

Former NBA champion Brian Scalabrine recently ignited debate by declaring that he preferred "Fat Luka Doncic" over the slimmed-down version currently leading the Los Angeles Lakers offense. Speaking on a recent segment of SiriusXM NBA Radio,...

Top 5 Most Incredible Alpine Destinations In Europe This Winter

Sipping a caramel hot chocolate with views of majestic peaks for days, strolling an ancient cobbled town dusted in snow, and breathing in the fresh mountain air: there's nothing quite like a frosty escape to the European Alps. However, if all you...

A look at US manufacturing’s mixed picture

The factory construction boom may be leveling off. Factory construction in the United States has increased, spurred by supply-chain disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic and large federal subsidies for semiconductors and clean energy passed...

Bronny James’ girlfriend and dad LeBron go wild after Lakers star’s epic feat vs Heat

Bronny James scored his first points of the season as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Miami Heat 130-120 on Sunday. WATCH LeBron James' passionate reaction to Bronny's slam dunk for the Lakers The sophomore star scored his first basket when Austin...

Lakers Guard Fires Back After Luka Dončić Calls Him ‘Stupid’

Getty Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers is off to a historic start. Austin Reaves fired back at Luka Dončić with humor after the Los Angeles Lakers superstar called him “stupid” for predicting he could average 40 points per game this season....

China unveils 10 new immigration and exit-entry policy initiatives to boost regional mobility and development

閱讀中文版本 The new measures aim to enhance mobility across Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan; and facilitate travel for foreign visitors to China. China’s National Immigration Administration (NIA) has announced 10 new immigration and...

The hottest place to be: Why saunas are having a moment

EDITOR’S NOTE: If you have any health issues, you should consult your doctor before using a sauna. For some, the idea of sweating among semi-naked strangers in a small wooden box as hot as 100 degrees Celsius (212 Fahrenheit) might sound more like...

Maryland women’s basketball allows the fewest points under Brenda Frese, beats Loyola 80-26

A year ago, Maryland women’s basketball allowed a season-low 32 points to UMBC in its opener. The Terps managed to top that defensive performance in their first game of the 2025 campaign. Maryland’s diverse athleticism and length was apparent in...

Expectations running high as 8th CIIE enters final countdown

The National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, the main venue of the 8th China International Import Expo Photo: VCG As the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) enters final countdown, expectations for the expo have been running...

Fotona’s 11th APAC Meeting Shines Bright in Australia

A Weekend of Innovation, Education, and Heartfelt Connection. Over 400 guests from across the aesthetic, dental, and gynaecological fields gathered in Melbourne as Fotona hosted its 11th APAC Conference — and its first ever in Australia. Held at...

Gators basketball preview: Preseason superlatives

The time is here. It was just over seven months ago when Todd Golden and his team were crowned the kings of the college basketball world in San Antonio, Texas. Florida comes into the 2025-26 season as the team to beat, with numerous primetime...

Celebrating and conserving languages

There is an increasing demand in linguistic States for creating livelihood possibilities for the local populace speaking in the State language. | Photo Credit: hadynyah Languages are seldom celebrated. Everyone uses it but forgets its role as a...

China Extends Unilateral Visa-Free Policy to December 31, 2026, Adds Sweden to Growing List of Eligible Nations

Beijing, November 3, 2025 – In a landmark announcement that underscores China’s accelerating push toward global openness and economic revitalization, the Chinese government declared on Monday a full one-year extension of its unilateral visa-free...

Using High Frequency Ultrasound to Assess the Efficacy of Anti-Cellulite Treatments

Introduction In the 2023 American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Consumer Survey on Cosmetic Dermatologic Procedures, cellulite was recognised as a new leading concern from previous years with 72% of responders listing it as the most...

Donor Government Funding for Family Planning in 2024

Introduction This report provides an analysis of donor government funding for family planning in low- and middle-income countries in 2024, the most recent year available, as well as trends over time. It includes both bilateral funding from donor...