Global News Briefing: September 18, 2024
In today’s news, Typhoon Pusas is set to follow after the effects of Bebijia are still being felt, with the storm expected to make landfall in Zhejiang, China, as a strong tropical storm on the afternoon or evening of the 19th. Additionally, Typhoon Soul is predicted to form and could potentially affect the southern coast of Hainan or even make landfall there.
On a military front, the U.S. P-8A anti-submarine patrol aircraft crossed the Taiwan Strait on the 17th, prompting a response from the Eastern Theater Command of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), who stated that they have been monitoring and warning the aircraft and are handling the situation in accordance with the law.
Meanwhile, in transportation news, Harbin is building 80 charging piles in eight subway stations, with plans for them to be operational by the end of this year. Electric vehicles parked there will enjoy two hours of free parking.
In an earthquake update, a 4.6 magnitude tremor struck Dabancheng District in Urumqi, Xinjiang, on the 17th. The epicenter was located at an altitude of over 3,000 meters, and there have been no reports of casualties.
In the realm of e-commerce, the Hefei authorities have launched an investigation into allegations that Misleading Consumers occurred during a live stream by Three Sheep, a company led by Crazy Little Brother. This follows a series of product issues, resulting in the loss of over two million followers for the company. In response to the controversy, a Douyin customer service representative stated that the platform has intervened and will not tolerate misconduct, regardless of the individual involved. Currently, most of the accounts under the Three Sheep banner have ceased broadcasting.
In an international development, a would-be assassin targeting former U.S. President Donald Trump has been identified as a suspected fervent supporter of Ukraine, having waited nearly 12 hours for the opportunity to strike.
Apple has released the official version of iOS 18 and announced that its AI will be officially launched next month.
In diplomatic news, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and State President Nguyen Phu Trong has emphasized that Vietnam regards its relationship with China as a top priority.
The Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) has confirmed that an anomaly occurred in the trial extraction device for nuclear residue at the Fukushima nuclear power plant.
A tragic accident in Nigeria’s north has claimed the lives of at least 25 children after a school bus collided with a truck.
Houthi rebels have released a video showcasing their hypersonic missile, boasting a range of 2,150 kilometers and a speed of Mach 16. They claim to have used this missile to strike central Israel.
Meta has announced that Russian media outlets, including Russia Today, will be banned from using its application platforms.
NATO Secretary General has stated that due to the lack of a unified stance, no invitation can be extended to Ukraine for NATO membership. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that over 90% of Ukraine’s Victory Plan has been formulated and will be presented to allies next week.
In regional conflicts, Israel has declared its intention to expand its military objectives to ensure the return of its northern residents to their homes. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has stated that the only way to ensure the return of northern residents is through military action against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Explosions rocked multiple locations in Lebanon on the 17th, with several individuals holding pagers that were remotely detonated, resulting in injuries to the Iranian ambassador and at least eight deaths, with over 2,750 injured. The Israeli military has not commented on the incidents. On the same day, Lebanon was also attacked by the Israeli army, causing three deaths and two injuries.
In closing, the micro-quote of the day is: Life has no ors. Once a choice is made, it is made, right or wrong, this is life.
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