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“China Stocks” Struggle After New Year Holiday, but Upbeat Data May Turn the Tables

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Investors in Beijing, China are keeping a close eye on the stock market as it struggles following the reopening after the Chinese New Year holiday. The markets have shown some signs of rising, with tourism stocks being boosted by positive holiday travel data. On the other hand, shares in Hong Kong are falling. The lunar new year holiday led to subdued activity in Chinese equities, according to financial reports. However, data from South China Morning …

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Manage Consent Settings on AMP Pages: How to Control Your Data Collection Preferences for BBC’s Lightweight Mobile Pages

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London, UK – When visiting AMP pages on the BBC website, users are prompted to manage their consent settings for data collection. These settings specifically apply to AMP pages and may need to be set again when visiting non-AMP BBC pages. The lightweight mobile pages on the site are built using Google AMP technology. For strictly necessary data collection, the BBC stores limited information on the user’s device without their consent in order to make …

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Long-COVID Prevalence: West Virginia Reports Highest Cases in 2022 – What the New CDC Data Shows

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A study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revealed that long COVID is affecting residents in some states more than others in the United States, indicating that the effects of COVID are lingering longer in certain areas. The study, detailed in the latest Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), tracked reported cases of long COVID and found that West Virginia had the highest prevalence, with 10.6% of survey respondents reporting long-term …

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Respiratory Virus Activity Surges in Half of U.S. States, According to New CDC Data

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Health officials in New York City, New York, continue to monitor the high levels of respiratory virus activity across the country. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that half of all states, as well as New York City and Washington, D.C., are currently experiencing “high” or “very high” levels of respiratory illness activity. This includes symptoms such as fever, cough, and sore throat from diseases like flu, COVID, RSV, and the …

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New “GoldDigger” Trojan Attack Targets iOS Users: How to Protect Your Data Now

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Moscow, Russia – Apple regularly updates its operating systems to address security vulnerabilities, but hackers are still finding ways to exploit these patches. Recently, cybersecurity company Group-IB uncovered a new threat to iOS users in the form of a trojan dubbed “GoldDigger.” This trojan targets iPhone and iPad users, aiming to steal sensitive data, including bank account information. According to Group-IB, GoldDigger was initially designed for Android devices but has now been adapted to target …

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Syphilis and Chlamydia Rates Skyrocket in NYC: New Health Data Revealed!

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The City of New York is facing a concerning rise in sexually transmitted infections, with the latest data from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene revealing a troubling spike in cases. According to the 2022 Sexually Transmitted Infections Surveillance Report released on Tuesday, the gonorrhea rate has increased by 11% among men, while the rate of syphilis has surged by a staggering 36% among women. This data is particularly alarming for young residents of …

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Asia-Pacific Markets Tumble After Shocking U.S. Inflation Data Revealed, Except for Hong Kong – Find Out Which Markets Are Gaining Ground!

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Tokyo, Japan – Most Asia-Pacific markets experienced a decline on Wednesday, following the release of U.S. inflation data that exceeded expectations and led to a drop in Wall Street. The consumer price index in the U.S. rose 3.1% on a 12-month basis and 0.3% for the month, surpassing the forecasts of economists. Core prices, which exclude volatile food and energy components, also increased by 0.4% month over month and 3.9% from a year ago. In …

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Inflation Data Send Stock Market Plunging: Dow Plummets More Than 500 Points in a Single Day

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NEW YORK – The stock market took a significant hit on Feb. 13, 2024, as the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped more than 500 points in response to the release of inflation data. Investors were rattled by the news, and concerns about the potential for higher interest rates loomed large. The sell-off was not limited to the U.S. markets, as Asian markets also experienced declines as a result of the hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation data. The …

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House to Vote on FBI Surveillance Bill Amidst Controversy Over Protection of Americans’ Data

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Washington, D.C. – The House is gearing up to vote on a crucial change to the foreign surveillance authority, a decision that has sparked intense debate over concerns about privacy and national security. If approved, the change would require the FBI to obtain a warrant or court order before searching a database of emails, texts, and other digital communications of foreigners for information on U.S. citizens. Lawmakers from both parties are showing support for the …

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Consumer Prices Soar Above Expectations in Latest Data Report, Prompting Concerns About Fed’s Next Move

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In January, consumer prices in the United States saw a higher-than-expected increase, based on the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.3% over the previous month and 3.1% over the prior year, slightly edging past December’s figures. Economists projected a 0.2% month-over-month increase and a 2.9% annual increase. On a “core” basis, which excludes the more volatile costs of food and gas, prices in …

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