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    A state-funded semiconductor lab in China said it has achieved a "milestone" in the development of silicon photonics, which could help the country overcome current technical barriers in chip design and achieve self-sufficiency amid US sanctions. JFS Laboratory - based in Wuhan, capital of central Hubei province and a national base for photonics research - was able to light up a laser light source integrated with a silicon-based chip, the first time this was successfully done in China, according

  • A Gen Xer can't find a job after 1,000 applications despite years of 6-figure roles: 'It's like playing the lottery'

    After making six figures for decades in communications, Sean Tetpon, 55, has applied for more than 1,000 jobs in the past year without success.

  • Tech war: China advocates use of local AI chips over those from US powerhouse Nvidia

    Chinese authorities have informally advised local companies to use domestic-made artificial intelligence (AI) chips over those from Nvidia, according to two sources familiar with the matter, as alternative suppliers on the mainland look to catch up with the US tech giant. While there is no official ban on Nvidia's China-tailored H20 graphics processing unit (GPU), the sources said mainland AI chip users have been informed to prioritise deployment of local alternatives, including those developed

  • Canadian Natural Resources buying Chevron's Alberta assets for US$6.5B

    CALGARY — Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. has signed a deal to buy Chevron Canada Ltd.'s interests in the Athabasca Oil Sands Project and Duvernay shale for US$6.5 billion.

  • As Chinese firms expand overseas, legal spotlight turns on cross-border disputes

    Chinese enterprises setting up overseas are navigating a minefield of legal challenges, making effective dispute resolution through arbitration more crucial than ever, according to legal experts. The emerging frontier of international arbitration to mediate contract risk for Chinese companies - fuelled in part by Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative - not only tests Chinese firms' legal capacity but also requires Beijing to proactively safeguard China's economic adventurers, they said. Internation

  • I'm 60 and have hit my $1.5M retirement savings target — but am suffering from 'just one more year' syndrome

    Should I call time on my high-paying (but stressful) job or stick it out?

  • I’m an Engineer: This Is How Much I Made in My First Job

    Engineering is one of the fields that often makes lists for careers paying more than $100,000 for workers with bachelor's degrees, so it's a good path for those who want to make a lot of money....

  • British man finds fame in China after revealing gruelling 996 work schedule at tech job

    A British man has gained unexpected fame on the Chinese internet after he revealed his gruelling work schedule at a Chinese Big Tech firm, drawing fresh attention to the country's so-called 996 work culture. Jack Forsdike, a Yorkshire local, joined NetEase in Guangzhou in 2022, doing translation work which did not involve overtime. He was transferred to game design in January 2024, and the work load increased in April. He then realised "how difficult it might be" to keep up with the demanding ho

  • 3 Indian Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 4.1%

    Over the last 7 days, the Indian market has experienced a 3.6% drop, although it has risen by 40% over the past year with earnings projected to grow by 17% annually in the coming years. In such a dynamic market environment, dividend stocks offering attractive yields can provide investors with steady income and potential for capital appreciation.

  • McDonald’s Chicken Big Mac Will Arrive Next Week. What It Means for the Stock.

    McDonald’s is set to introduce its latest menu item, the Chicken Big Mac, to the U.S. market next week, as the fast-food giant hopes to bring in more customers, grow its chicken business, and boost sales in a challenging year. The Chicken Big Mac is a twist on the original Big Mac, which has been a fan favorite for decades. It features the same familiar toppings, but replaces the Big Mac’s two beef patties with two tempura-battered chicken ones.

  • 3 Stocks That May Be Trading Below Their Estimated Fair Value

    As global markets navigate heightened geopolitical tensions and unexpected economic shifts, investors are closely monitoring the impact on various sectors. Despite these challenges, opportunities may arise in stocks that are trading below their estimated fair value, presenting potential for growth when market conditions stabilize. Identifying such stocks involves assessing their fundamentals and market position relative to current events, making them appealing options for those seeking value...

  • A GE spinoff's stock is surging as it positions itself as the 'supermarket' for AI energy demand

    GE Vernova has become a Wall Street favorite as an AI power play.

  • A Goldman Sachs job is a ‘golden ticket’—over 300,000 young bankers try to get one each year

    Applicants need to show sincerity when applying for Goldman’s intern program, which accepts fewer than 1% of applicants

  • German steel company Thyssenkrupp may rethink plans for green steel

    Thyssenkrupp is revisiting its ambitious plan to produce green steel at its Duisburg site due to escalating costs. The German government has spent billions of Euros subsidising the project.

  • Using retirement savings to pay down debt is risky business. Do this instead

    A 62-year-old spent the bulk of their pension to pay down debt, leaving little for retirement. Here's what they should have done instead.

  • Shell Sees Strong Natural-Gas Production in Third Quarter

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  • Plane carrying Brazilians fleeing Lebanon has landed in Brazil

    A plane carrying Brazilians fleeing Lebanon landed Sunday in Brazil. (AP video by Tatiana Pollastri)

  • Exclusive-BP drops oil output reduction target in strategy reset, sources say

    LONDON (Reuters) -BP has abandoned a target to cut oil and gas output by 2030 as CEO Murray Auchincloss scales back the firm's energy transition strategy to regain investor confidence, three sources with knowledge of the matter said. BP scaled back the target in February last year to a 25% reduction, which would leave it producing 2 million barrels per day at the end of the decade, as investors focused on near-term returns rather than the energy transition. The London-listed company is now targeting several new investments in the Middle East and the Gulf of Mexico to boost its oil and gas output, the sources said.

  • 'Dangerously Stupid' Marjorie Taylor Greene's Milk Boast Gets Udderly Slammed Online

    The far-right conspiracy theorist's "Make America Healthy Again" post received the mother of all fact checks.

  • Giuliani’s Daughter Reveals How Dad Reacted to Harris Endorsement

    Caroline Giuliani, who is the daughter of the former New York City mayor and ardent Trump supporter Rudy Giuliani, has revealed how her father responded to her endorsement of Kamala Harris.Giuliani said she has been forced to have “open conversations” with her father since she penned a column in Vanity Fair about her decision to support Harris.“He knows how I feel about all these things,” she said Sunday on MSNBC’s Alex Witt Reports. “I don’t think any of this came as a surprise. I think one thi