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Chinese Finance Minister Lan Buan (center), National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) Chairman Zheng Shanjie (left) and People’s Bank of China Governor Pan Gongsheng speak at a press conference March 6, 2024 Sunday on the sidelines of the National People’s Congress in Beijing, China.Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesBEIJING—China’s Finance Minister Lan Foan said at a press conference on Saturday that the central government has room to increase its debt and deficit. He said such policies are still under discussion. Lan said the four policies that have reached the decision stage include support for local governments to address debt risks…
Easy Barktoberfest: An exciting event will be held Saturday from 2pm to 6pm at 1300 Britmore Road, promising fun activities, more than 80 vendors, and a pet costume contest. Adorable adoptable dogs will be in attendance, including Talia in a mermaid costume and Charlie Brown in a strong man costume. Steal hearts and find your forever home. Not only is the festival packed with entertainment for all ages, but every penny raised supports Houston Pets Alive’s mission to save at-risk pets from euthanasia. It will be held this Saturday, October 12th from 2pm to 6pm at 1300 Brittmore Road. Among…
On September 22nd, The Art of Saving Sea Turtles hosted an afternoon of philanthropy hosted by the Turtle Island Restoration Network.The elegant afternoon event spotlighted the organization’s ongoing conservation efforts and showcased the incredible support from the Galveston community.In its third year, The Art of Saving Sea Turtles recognized the tireless efforts of the Turtle Island Restoration Network and its supporters in promoting, implementing and contributing to local sea turtle conservation.These organizations strive to raise awareness and make significant contributions toward improving and protecting Texas’ oceans, beaches, and wildlife.The sold-out event was held at the Bryan Museum, where guests enjoyed…
The suspects allegedly walked past all the departments and left the store without paying for the items. They stole $8,761 worth of merchandise. LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — A Maryland woman has been arrested and police are searching for three accomplices for stealing more than $8,000 worth of merchandise from an Ulta Beauty store in Lancaster County. According to the Manheim County Sheriff’s Office, officers were dispatched to the Ulta Beauty store on Fruitville Pike on June 10 for a reported retail theft. Witnesses told police the four suspects entered the store, walked to the aisles, removed numerous items from the…
Lydia Morel, mother of The Family Chantel star Pedro Jimeno, has revealed her amazing weight loss transformation, but is it too much? Pedro and Chantel Everett’s love story on 90 Day Fiancé was never their own. Their relationship became embroiled in family drama the likes of which this series has never seen before. Pedro’s mother, Lidia, is a lawyer from the Dominican Republic who has appeared with the couple in several spin-offs. Chantel and Lidia’s rocky relationship never got better throughout her marriage to Pedro. Lydia was ashamed that she had ruined her son’s marriage by being picky about money.…
As a travel and food writer, I always feel like I’m dragging a million things to the airport, but I don’t have enough hands to carry it all. Whether you’re packing an extra bag for plane snacks, carrying a travel pillow, or carrying a tote for your laptop, there’s always a need for balance. Staying organized while traveling can be tough, especially when you’re trying your best not to spend extra money on travel accessories you don’t actually need. While it seems like the simplest solution, I recently realized how easily and efficiently you can streamline carrying extra luggage with…
Green Hill Humane SocietyAccording to Green Hill Humane Society staff, skunks are friendly, gentle and playful. A 2 year old guinea pig with black and white fur.They used to live with other guinea pigs, but some of them may not like them because they have strong personalities. With the right amount of time and effort, he could probably live with friends again, or even do well as the only guinea pig in the house.Despite their nature, skunks love to cuddle. He is looking for an indoor-only home and would make a great family pet. His adoption fee includes a free…
Alaska’s two leading U.S. House candidates traveled more than 1,000 miles in three days to take the stage for three high-stakes debates on the state’s most pressing federal issues. There was nothing out of the ordinary, they said. “It’s been very busy in terms of media attention,” Republican candidate Nick Begich said after Thursday’s debate in Fairbanks. “But it’s no busier than a normal campaign day.” Begich is challenging incumbent Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola, and the two leading candidates have traveled from Anchorage to Kodiak, Fairbanks and back to Anchorage. The Lower 48 is the distance between St. Louis and…
A view of the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel in Hilo’s “Hotel Zone” along Hilo Bay.getty The long-awaited renovation of Hilo’s “Hotel Zone” has finally begun, with locals and visitors alike looking forward to a better future as the state begins removing damaged buildings and envisioning a new era along the waterfront. . Things started this week with the major demolition of Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel. The hotel is a once-iconic four-acre site that has remained in disrepair since being cordoned off in 2017. Hilo’s “Hotel Zone” (I put it in quotation marks here because of its small size and no-frills…
CNN — The Biden administration on Friday sued Virginia election officials, saying it violates federal law to exclude potential noncitizen voters during the so-called quiet period before an election. During this period, election authorities are prohibited from systematically removing voters from registration rolls. The lawsuit followed a similar Justice Department challenge to Alabama officials’ move to begin removing voters from the voter rolls. Republicans have made the threat of non-citizens a central focus of their 2024 campaign, but instances of non-citizens voting are extremely rare. In a court filing Friday, the Justice Department said Virginia’s purge program, which Republican Gov.…