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NSF Launches ELEGANT Program to Translate Low-Dimensional Semiconductor Tech for U.S. Manufacturers

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has introduced the NSF ELEGANT program to move low-dimensional semiconductor technologies from lab settings to platforms usable by U.S. manufacturers, aiming to boost U.S. competitiveness in advanced microelectronics.

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ScienceOct 54 min

Hurricane Polo's Explosive Intensification Off Mexico Coast Sets Record for Eastern Pacific Basin - Rapid Intensification Study

According to NASA Technology, Hurricane Polo developed off the Pacific coast of Mexico, undergoing explosive rapid intensification to become one of the strongest storms in the eastern Pacific basin on record, with maximum sustained wind speeds reaching nearly 285 kilometers per hour.

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ScienceOct 51 min

NASA's DAVINCI Probe Undergoes Thermal Evaluation Simulating Venus's Descent Heat

NASA News Releases reported that the engineering development unit for the DAVINCI probe was photographed before a significant thermal evaluation, which simulated the heat the probe will encounter during its descent to Venus.

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United KingdomOct 51 min

Andy Burnham Indicates Rejoining the EU is a Potential Government Consideration

Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated to the BBC that rejoining the European Union is one of the possibilities the government might examine, while also noting the option of remaining in the current status quo.

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BusinessOct 51 min

Hong Kong to Expand IP Financing Sandbox Following Trial Success for Businesses

The Hong Kong government has committed to enlarging its intellectual property (IP) financing sandbox by incorporating additional banks and enterprises, following a nine-month trial where seven companies benefited from reduced borrowing costs.

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WorldOct 51 min

Passengers and Crew Prevent Crash on Flydubai Flight to Israel After Cockpit Incident

According to the South China Morning Post, passengers and crew on a Flydubai flight successfully stopped a co-pilot from crashing the aircraft after an incident in the cockpit, leading to a diversion to Saudi Arabia before passengers reached Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport.

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TechnologyOct 53 min

Hong Kong's Innovation Strengths Highlighted by Global Rankings and European Talent Interest

South China Morning Post reports that Hong Kong has been recognized in international rankings for its competitiveness and innovation, while a recent hackathon visit by European start-up winners underscored interest in the region's technology ecosystem.

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BusinessOct 51 min

Hong Kong Main Board Sees US$48.4 Billion Raised by 112 Companies in First Nine Months

Data from LSEG Data & Analytics indicates that 112 companies secured US$48.4 billion on Hong Kong's main board over the initial nine months, with a total of 114 new listings across the main board and GEM representing a 72% year-on-year increase.

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BusinessOct 51 min

Wine and Spirits Commentator Cecilia Wong on Dining Philosophy and Favorite Foods

Cecilia Wong, a wine and spirits commentator and president of the Hong Kong Wine & Spirits Writers Association, emphasizes her focus on precision, texture, and flavor harmony when dining, while expressing enjoyment for various cuisines.

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TechnologyOct 51 min

DeepSeek Releases Six Software Modules to Support Huawei's Ascend 950 Accelerators

DeepSeek, based in Hangzhou, has launched six software modules intended to foster an independent and controllable software ecosystem for AI processors, mirroring its previous open-source tools for Nvidia's AI chips. These releases include an Ascend-compatible version of TileLang, which now supports Huawei's Ascend 950 accelerators.

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BusinessOct 51 min

Suzhou Dongshan Precision Manufacturing Clears Hong Kong Listing Hurdle

Suzhou Dongshan Precision Manufacturing, a mainland China-based printed circuit board maker, has obtained approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission for its intended Hong Kong listing, which could be one of the largest IPOs in the city during the fourth quarter.

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ScienceOct 51 min

China’s 21-year-old Chen Yuxi Becomes the Oldest Gold Medal Winner in Women’s 10m Platform Diving at the Asian Games

According to the South China Morning Post, China's 21-year-old Chen Yuxi achieved the distinction of becoming the oldest gold medal winner in women's 10m platform diving at the Asian Games, a record held for 52 years, on Tuesday, marking her first individual Asian Games gold medal. This victory was her first individual gold medal at the Asian Games, and it also brought renewed attention to her teammate Quan Hongchan.