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Key Senate Dem Says Party Caved on Shutdown to Make a Symbolic Point About the GOP
Outraged voters and politicians alike are demanding to know why a group of Senate Democrats sided with Republicans to reopen the government without securing any concessions on preserving health care coverage — just days after the party swept last week’s elections with a burst of energy fueled, in part, by its willingness to fight back.
Democrats had spent weeks arguing that the longest shutdown in history was necessary to make sure health care subsidies administered under the Affordable Care Act were preserved in the next spending package. They won’t be: Instead, Senate Republicans agreed to hold a separate vote on ACA subsidies by the end of the year. With Republicans in the majority, Democrats are almost guaranteed to lose.
Speaking to The Intercept, a key Democratic leader who voted...
In Hong Kong, Ant Group finds an anchor for its global fintech ambitions
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NewsWritten by Cheng ZiPublished on 4 Nov 20254 mins read
Ant Group is deepening its global ambitions through Hong Kong, positioning the city as a central base for cross-border financial innovation and enterprise growth. The company’s chairman, Eric Jing, outlined this direction during the tenth Hong Kong Fintech Week, underscoring Hong Kong’s unique role as both a regulatory testbed and an international hub for Chinese companies expanding abroad.
The announcement comes as Hong Kong strengthens its credentials as a regulated digital finance center. In August, the city’s first stablecoin law took effect, requiring issuers of fiat-referenced stablecoins to obtain licenses from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA). The move reinforced the territory’s efforts to balance innovation with oversight, an approach Jing described as “visionary and prudent.” He added that Ant’s long-term commitment aligns with Hong Kong’s drive...
Dental Group Of Beverly Hills Introduces Advanced 3d Imaging Technology For Enhanced Patient Care
BEVERLY HILLS, CA – July 9, 2025 – Dental Group of Beverly Hillsa leading provider of comprehensive dental services in Southern California, announced the implementation of state-of-the-art 3D dental imaging technology to enhance diagnostic capabilities and treatment outcomes for patients.
The advanced technology includes Cone Beam CT (CBCT) scanning and intraoral scanners, providing detailed three-dimensional images of teeth, soft tissues, nerve pathways, and bone structure in a single scan. This technology represents a significant advancement in the practice’s commitment to combining luxury dental care with cutting-edge technology.
“This investment in 3D imaging technology allows us to provide an unprecedented level of precision in diagnosis and treatment planning,” said Dr. Michael Stern, Lead Dentist at Dental Group of Beverly Hills. “The detailed images enable our team to detect issues that might not be visible with traditional imaging...
Swatch Group H1 Net Profit Declines
(RTTNews) - Swatch Group reported that its first half net result attributable to shareholders declined to 3 million Swiss francs from 136 million francs, prior year. Earnings per registered share was 0.01 francs compared to 0.52 francs. Operating profit declined to 68 million francs from 204 million francs.
First half net sales declined to 3.06 billion francs compared to 3.44 billion francs, prior year. The company said decline in sales is exclusively attributable to China. The Group's net sales at constant exchange rates were 7.1% below the previous year, on a comparable basis, excluding the eyewear business in the Middle...
