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An Asian-American couple who bought a prestigious private San Francisco street are “confident” they will not be forced to sell it amid a legal tug-of-war between residents and city officials responsible for the sale. When Taiwanese immigrant Michael Cheng and Hong Kong native Tina Lam bought the street in April 2015 for a bargain price of US$90,100 (HK$704,000), they knew little of the lawsuits and publicity it would spawn. Presidio Terrace is located at the northern tip of the city, close to the Golden Gate Bridge, and is lined with more than three dozen multimillion-dollar homes.

For Calvin Ray Zau Jia-jin, being an athlete isn't about being the strongest. It's not about being the biggest either, or even about being the fastest. Real athleticism, for Calvin, is all about being the smartest. And when your sport involves swords, you'd better be smart about it. Calvin, 14, a student at Hong Kong International School, is a fencer, and knows what he's doing when it comes to swordplay.

Yet, faced with shortages of skilled personnel, the military is leaving no stone unturned in its search for new recruits. In a recent address to the Diet, Masahisa Sato, a member of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and formerly an officer in the Ground Self-Defence Force, said the nation needed to relax regulations that were preventing some people from joining the armed forces. “Rejecting applicants just because they have tattoos poses a problem in terms of enhancing the human resources base,” Kyodo News quoted Sato as saying.

After moving into acting, she appeared in dramas and films, rising to prominence in early 2000 after her performance in TVB series The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber. Then, in 2008, she shocked the media by suspending her career to take care of her brother Stephen Li’s skin care business after he had been involved in a serious car accident. Gigi dropped another bombshell in February 2009 when she tied the knot with billionaire businessman, Patrick Ma Ting-kung, a family member of the Oriental Press Group, Hong Kong’s largest media group.

Source: Fandom.com Bradley Pierce is a name that is synonymous with talent and versatility in the world of entertainment. From his early breakthrough as the voice of Chip in Disney’s animated classic “Beauty and the Beast” to his memorable role as Peter Shepherd in “Jumanji,” Pierce has captured the hearts of audiences of all ages. With an impressive career spanning over three decades, there is much more to this remarkable actor than meets the eye.

Source: Ethiopiaimmigration.org Ethiopian clothing is a vibrant and integral part of the country’s rich cultural heritage. The traditional attire of Ethiopia reflects the diversity and history of its people, with each region boasting its unique style and characteristics. From the intricate embroidery to the bold colors and patterns, Ethiopian clothing is a visual representation of the country’s traditions and customs. In this article, we will delve into 15 fascinating facts about Ethiopian clothing, exploring its significance, evolution, and enduring influence on the country’s cultural identity.

This important role has evolved in three distinct stages. In the first phase, Hong Kong established itself as an information hub, providing valuable trade and product information that helped mainland China understand global market needs. However, despite its historical prominence, Hong Kong’s once-dominant port has experienced a decline. It dropped out of the world’s top five busiest shipping container terminals in 2019, then fell to 10th place in 2023 amid heavy competition from the mainland.

China has permitted international investors into its capital markets, introduced a more flexible exchange rate regime, allowed offshore bond issuances, entered into bilateral currency swap agreements with about 40 countries, and launched the Cross-Border Interbank Payments System, an international yuan payments, clearance and settlement system.Offshore yuan trading is now possible in all time zones with Hong Kong, London and Singapore as leaders. The International Monetary Fund included the yuan in the basket of currencies that determine the value of its currency, the special drawing rights (SDR) in 2016.

With the hot arrival of the Deadpool and Wolverine trailer a few hours ago, fans have a deeper glimpse at the characters’ potential story arcs!  The key takeaway from the trailer was the confirmation of the blending of 20th-Century Fox’s X-Men movies with the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Although the trailer was the tip of the iceberg, it was enough to decipher some hints about what fans can expect from the film!