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Evergrande: China’s property giant delisted from Hong Kong stock exchange | Evergrande

Evergrande: China’s property giant delisted from Hong Kong stock exchange | Evergrande

Evergrande, once one of China’s largest property developers, has been delisted from the Hong Kong stock exchange, marking a significant decline in its status. The delisting occurred following an 18-month halt on trading, which began when the firm was placed into liquidation. Initially valued at over HK$400 billion (approximately US$50 billion), Evergrande’s market valuation fell […]

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‘Now I’m classed as a thief’: O2 mobile user hit by double-edged scam | Scams

‘Now I’m classed as a thief’: O2 mobile user hit by double-edged scam | Scams

Bruce Stanwyck, a pensioner, received an unexpected call from a person posing as a representative of O2, offering to reduce his monthly phone contract payments from £19 to £12. Accepting the offer led Stanwyck into a complex scam that almost compromised his savings. The following day, he received a message claiming that a £1,000 iPhone

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Amul clears air on Mascot’s origins after viral claim; says ‘not inspired by Shobha Tharoor’

Amul clears air on Mascot’s origins after viral claim; says ‘not inspired by Shobha Tharoor’

A social media video has sparked curiosity regarding the inspiration behind the Amul Girl, a prominent advertising mascot in India. Marketing consultant Dr. Sanjay Arora shared the video on Instagram, alleging that Sylvester daCunha, Amul’s advertising head, modeled the 1966 character after a childhood photograph of Shobha Tharoor Srinivasan, sister of Congress MP Shashi Tharoor.

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‘Reinvention is the secret ingredient’: food brands harness 90s nostalgia with retro revamps | Food & drink industry

‘Reinvention is the secret ingredient’: food brands harness 90s nostalgia with retro revamps | Food & drink industry

Nostalgia for the 1990s is becoming increasingly prominent, as evidenced by the recent reunion tour of Oasis. This trend is also reflected in the marketing strategies of various British brands that are revitalizing their images with new flavors, packaging, and names. Companies like Walkers, Nik Naks, and Bacardi Breezer are among those making changes to

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Ocado worst for plastic bags as total single-use sales rise for first time | Plastic bags

Ocado worst for plastic bags as total single-use sales rise for first time | Plastic bags

Plastic bag sales in England increased for the first time in a decade, reaching 437 million bags in the past year, up from 407 million the previous year, a rise of 7%. This data was reported by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The upward trend marks the first sales increase since

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Recognising viral jaundice in children: Signs you shouldn't ignore as per an expert

Recognising viral jaundice in children: Signs you shouldn’t ignore as per an expert

New Delhi: Dr. Abhishek Agarwal, a consultant in internal medicine at Paras Health Kanpur, has highlighted the importance of recognizing the early signs of viral jaundice in children, especially during the monsoon season when the risk for waterborne illnesses increases. Symptoms can often be mistaken for general fatigue or indigestion, potentially delaying necessary medical treatment.

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Hongkongers squawk-off in city's first bird call contest

Hongkongers squawk-off in city’s first bird call contest

The Hong Kong Bird Watching Society organized its inaugural bird call contest on Saturday, aiming to raise awareness about conservation efforts. Participants, who were enthusiastic about birds, dressed in costumes and performed imitations of various bird calls, including those of the Koel, Asian barred owlet, and Chestnut-winged cockatoo. Bob Chan secured the top prize for

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Family Goes to Disney Contaminated With Dangerous Sickness: Viral Video Shared

Family Goes to Disney Contaminated With Dangerous Sickness: Viral Video Shared

A TikTok video has gained significant attention after a mother shared her experience of taking her sick children to Disney World despite a norovirus diagnosis. In the video, she mentioned that the family exhibited symptoms but chose to proceed with their trip, raising concerns about public health and safety. Norovirus, known for spreading quickly through

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Why should I care about the crisis-hit Chinese property giant?

Why should I care about the crisis-hit Chinese property giant?

Evergrande, originally known as the Hengda Group, was founded in 1996 in Guangzhou, China, by Hui Ka Yan. Before its financial troubles, the company managed around 1,300 active projects across 280 cities in China and operated in various sectors, including real estate, wealth management, and electric vehicle manufacturing. Additionally, it held a significant investment in

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