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Quake-hit Venezuela faces looming health threats as survivors crowd shelters

Disease outbreaks, poor sanitation, lack of access to clean water, and disruptions to basic medical care could pose the greatest health risks to the tens of thousands of survivors of Venezuela’s deadly earthquakes, the Americas branch of the World Health Organization said on Thursday. Venezuela has opened more than 80 shelters for those whose homes were destroyed in twin quakes ‌on June 24, with the number of displaced reaching 17,907 by Thursday. Poor shelter conditions could leave many...

How a remark about Najib’s pardon just blew Malaysia’s Johor state election wide open

Malaysia’s Barisan Nasional (BN), the dominant political coalition in Johor, might have expected to cruise to an easy victory come Saturday when the southern state goes to the polls – until a single remark from the son of jailed former prime minister Najib Razak suddenly gave its rivals political ammunition. On July 3, Nazifuddin Najib, who heads BN in Langkawi, suggested that a strong showing by the coalition would validate calls for his father’s pardon. “If we win big, it will send a signal...

AI, science and the risks in China’s reliance on imported precision equipment

China’s reliance on imports for the most sophisticated scientific instruments could hold back the country’s use of AI in science, according to a leading Chinese researcher. Advanced equipment such as mass spectrometers was essential for generating the high-quality experimental data needed to develop, validate and improve advanced scientific models, Weinan E, a professor at Peking University’s mathematical sciences school, said at the “AI for Science” conference in Shanghai last week. “Without...

Flights disrupted as ex-Super Typhoon Bavi continues towards China’s coast

Flights have been cancelled and airlines are offering refunds in at least 10 airports, as a weakened Typhoon Bavi nears China’s coast, where it is expected to land between Fuqing in Fujian province and Wenling in Zhejiang. Zhoushan airport said in a social media post that 14 flights to and from the island city in Zhejiang province, eastern China were cancelled for Friday. In Wenzhou, 17 inbound flights have been cancelled. Multiple airlines – including Air China, China Southern Airlines, China..

Can this bull market last forever?

Since 2023 the s&p has went up 84 percent which is insane for 3 years time. The united states cant afford another recession due to the debt the government owes so the fed will always cut rates to save the day which will cause inflation and inflation makes stocks inflate also. We are in a completely different era with how easy it is to invest on our smartphones and in the absence of pensions, 401ks are being automatically invested in with peoples paychecks so it props up the market. I feel like t

U.S. to continue 'technical talks' with Iran after Trump said ceasefire was 'over'

The ceasefire signed last month came under serious strain in recent days as the U.S. and Iranian forces exchanged attacks for consecutive days this week.

Hong Kong exchange marks progress in luring more listings from abroad

The Hong Kong stock exchange is drawing a growing number of foreign companies from across Asia and North America that are seeking international capital, as the bourse marks progress in its ambition to be a global magnet for fundraising. The latest firm seeking to join the cohort is Kazakhstan Temir Zholy, the Central Asian nation’s railway operator and owner of the country’s largest fleet of locomotives and rolling stock, which filed for a Hong Kong listing on June 30, according to bourse...

Heating Act: Vote in the Bundestag: What is changing now when it comes to heating

The Union has achieved its goal: Habeck's “Heating Act” will be abolished. But why this reform is also controversial - and why things could still get exciting after the Bundestag decision.

Preventing heart attacks and the like: Why enough sleep is also important for the heart

Bad nights? In the long run, the heart suffers. Why lack of sleep increases the risk of cardiovascular disease - and how we can counteract it.

Snoring: pauses in breathing: How do you get sleep apnea under control?

Harmless snoring? Not at all. Sleep apnea causes interruptions in breathing during sleep. During the day, those affected feel exhausted. What can help them? And what can you do yourself?

What do you tell people that are too scared to move out of cash?

I read this today: "$1 you left in cash since 2020 is now worth ~78 cents in real terms. $1 invested in $VOO grew to ~$2.55 today." I have friends with hundreds of thousands in money markets because they have foreseen a crash coming for years. How do you convince friends or loved ones that sitting 100% cash or even 50% cash is a disaster. I'm not trying to get anyone to invest their life savings in $VOO, by all means keep a $100k emergency fund in SGOV or whatever makes you happy. But you can't

Is it normal to hold on to this much of a cash position after this extended period of time?

Good evening, I really don't understand the market. I'm trying. I do know that I should be investing.. so that's a good thing right? I currently have about 85k in my brokerage. I have a financial advisor. I noticed on 6-21 I had 238.07 in cash. I understand some moneyn should always be kept in cash. I made a 500 buck deposit on the 22nd. I made another 500 buck deposit on the 29th. It's July 9th and my current cash balance is 1,256.60 The last buy I saw him do was on June 4th. Any activity after

Global trends: The crypto symbiosis – how a shady industry buys political power

The political influence of crypto investors is growing in the USA and Great Britain. Dubious donations and private transactions by politicians raise questions. The losers are often the “little people”.

London financial center: Bank towers are “in” again – Canary Wharf is celebrating a comeback

The financial center in east London was written off after the pandemic. Now the financial business is booming and the bankers are returning.

Technology: “Target markets have turned” – Infineon increases prices and warns of delivery bottlenecks

For a long time, the chip company's factories were underutilized. That's changing now. CFO Sven Schneider expects vacancy costs to fall drastically.

Career: Overcoming negativity: This word makes all the difference

Why do failures at work often last longer than successes? How a little language trick helps you escape the negative spiral - and why a walk can have more effect than you think.

Planned attack?: Reports: Israel warned Trump about Iranian assassination plot

The US president describes himself as “number one on Iran’s death list”. According to reports, a close ally recently warned of concrete attack plans.

Court decision: Insurer must pay for child seats after accident

After an accident, does insurance also have to replace things that do not appear to be damaged on the outside? When it comes to child seats, the answer to a court is clear.

Crumbling infrastructure: Experts: Mega costs can often be avoided due to dilapidated bridges

Important bridges have recently been suddenly closed several times due to the risk of collapse, often for months or even years. Experts see clear reasons - and draw a comparison to brushing your teeth.

Heat island effect in cities: Hot, hotter, city: When concrete becomes heating

City dwellers are already experiencing what can be expected with the climate crisis by the end of the century: on tropical nights. Cities have a hard time getting rid of the heat they get during the day.

Health costs: health savings package nearing the target - what's in it?

The coalition wants to slow down rising health spending and avert new premium increases for millions of statutory health insurance patients. What awaits everyone with the hotly contested reform?

Supernutural: With fresh nut cream with traces of Nespresso

Their nut machines are at FC Bayern, in DAX companies and the global hotel industry. Now Amelie and Timo Sperber are taking the step into the private customer business. Is a new Nespresso being created?

Jeff Koons: “We should use technologies for more humanity”

The US art star speaks in the Handelsblatt about art in the age of artificial intelligence, his optimism - and why he doesn't care about the record price for his sculpture "Rabbit".

Speaker ranking: This is what we can learn from the DAX bosses about communication in uncertain times

An exclusive analysis shows how the CEOs presented themselves at the general meetings. Three factors determine who will convince investors and employees.

Electromobility: The wondrous world of gravity – The Lucid Gravity in the Handelsblatt test

It accelerates like a sports car, swallows luggage like a VW bus and then breaks off in the middle of the roundabout. The Lucid Gravity Grand Touring is great physics - but unfortunately not flawless.

Reading recommendation: Sunny Pages – Ten books that will inspire you in summer

Measuring the digital world, new ideas for capitalism - and three books to relax: the Handelsblatt recommendations for holiday reading.

Achievements: Missed the target time? You better be amazed at yourself

It's competition season and many amateur athletes are struggling with their results. Our columnist has learned that it is more important to be amazed at yourself than to despair at times.

Security: Wolfgang Ischinger on US AI dominance: “Beware of excluding us”

In an interview with Handelsblatt, the head of the Munich Security Conference talks about blocked AI models, the risks of drone warfare - and the Starlink satellite antenna on his farmhouse.