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April 20th Qingqiao Morning Post | Heavy rainfall in Pakistan resulting in 63 deaths
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Today in history:131 years ago today, Juan Miro, a Spanish painter, sculptor, potter, printmaker, and representative figure of surrealism, was born. His representative works include "Harikun's Carnival", "Dog Barking at the Moon", "Man Throws a Stone at a Bird", and so on. Juan Miro's creative expression intentionally disrupts the normal order of perception, using an intuitive guidance to express the improvisation of the soul in an abstract language. He was one of the 20th century surrealist painting masters, on par with Picasso and Dali.
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politics
01Weng Shan Shuzhi has changed from imprisonment to home arrest

Reuters News,On April 16th,Spokesperson of the Myanmar Military Government, Samin TunPublish a statement, SatsumitoncallDue to the extremely hot weather,theyNecessary preventive measures must be taken, not only by Shuzhi Weng,theyWe are also working hard to protect other prisoners, especially older prisoners, from heatstroke.But he didn't reveal itThe place where Wengshan Shuzhi was transferred.


It is understood that,Current year78 year old Weng Shan Shuzhi has been detained since the military launched a coup in February 2021. The military government accused treasonShe was convicted of multiple crimes including bribery, violation of telecommunications laws, and faced a total sentence of 27 years, butShe denies all accusations. The shadow government of Myanmar, the National Unity Government, and democratic activists have repeatedly called on the Myanmar military to release Aung Shan Shuzhi.


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military affairs
01Iran claims to be ready to respond to any Israeli attack

According to Agence France Presse, on April 17th, according to official media reports, Iranian President Leasi said during the Army Day parade that any Israeli attack on our territory will receive a severe response. Iranian Air Force Commander, Brigadier General Vahdi, also warned during the same event that Iranian fighter jets, including Russian made Su-24 fighter bombers, are in "optimal readiness" to counter any Israeli attack.


IranOn the evening of April 13th, a drone and missile attack was launched against Israel in retaliation for the fatal air raid on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria in early April. Tehran accused Israel ofThe column carried out an attack. Israel vows to respond to Iran's missile and drone attacks. According to military analysts, directly attacking Revolutionary Guard bases or nuclear research facilities within Iran is one of Israel's options for counterattack, but it is also possible to target targets outside of Iran, such as Iranian ships and military bases stationed abroad.


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economic

01Japanese tourists hit a historic high in March

Bloomberg reported that on April 17th, data released by the Japanese government showed that the total number of foreign tourists visiting Japan in March this year was 3.08 million, an increase of 69.5% from March last year and 11.6% from March 2019. The Japanese side stated that this is the highest monthly tourist count on record, and it is also the first time that the number of foreign tourists has exceeded 3 million within a month. Among them, the most tourists come from countries such as India, Germany, China, and the United States.


It is reported that in addition to the general increase in tourism demand, factors such as the spring cherry blossom season and the Easter holiday have also driven Japan's tourism industry. Use the most popular route to climb wealth this summerHikers from Shishan will also be charged per personA fee of $13 and a maximum number of people set to alleviate congestion and improve security. In addition, the mayor of Osaka, Japan, stated that authorities are considering charging new fees to foreign tourists.

02The International Monetary Fund has raised its global economic growth forecast for this year

According to Xinhua News Agency,On April 16th, the International Monetary Fund released its latest World Economic Outlook report, raising its global economic growth forecast for 2024 to 3.2%, which is 0.1 percentage points higher than the January forecast. Specifically, the economic growth forecast for developed economies in 2024 is 1.7%, an increase of 0.2 percentage points from the January forecast. The economic growth forecast for emerging markets and developing economies in 2024 is 4.2%, an increase of 0.1 percentage points from the January forecast.


The report points out that as global inflation shifts fromThe peak in mid-2022 has fallen, and economic activity has steadily increased. Previous concerns about stagflation and global recession have not become a reality. The global overall inflation rate is expected to decrease from 6.8% in 2023 to 5.9% in 2024, and further in 2025Reduce to 4.5%. However, the report still believes that by historical standards, world economic growth remains weak and will take a long time to fully recover. This is due to recent factors such as still high borrowing costs and reduced fiscal support, as well as the long-term impact of the pandemic and the escalation of the Ukrainian crisis, as well as weak productivity growth and intensified geopolitical fragmentation.


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security

01Multiple states in the United States have been exposed to harmful reactions from botulinum toxin injections

News from the United States,April 15th, USAThe Center for Disease Control and Prevention pointed out that as ofOn April 12th, 19 cases of harmful reactions to botulinum toxin were reported from nine states. These casesAll becauseInjected counterfeit or unknown botulinum toxin products,amongSome receive injections in non medical institutions such as home institutions and beauty centers, while others are administered by individuals without qualifications or training.Clinical reactions includeBlurred vision, drooping eyelids, difficulty swallowing, unclear speech, difficulty breathing, and overall weakness,At present, nine people have been hospitalized, and four have received botulinum toxin antitoxin treatment to prevent the toxin from spreading to other parts of the body.


It is understood that,Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxin produced by botulinum toxin that contains high molecular weight proteins and has strong neurotoxicity. This toxin can numb and relax the subcutaneous nerves, and can eliminate wrinkles or avoid wrinkle formation for a period of time, so it is widely used in the beauty industry. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reminds the public that if they consider injecting botulinum toxin for medical or cosmetic reasons, they should pay attention to whether the institution providing the injection has theObtain injection permission and receive injection training to check if the injection product has been approved by the US Drug Administration and is from a reliable source; If symptoms of botulinum toxin poisoning occur, including blurred vision, drooping eyelids, difficulty swallowing, etc., immediate medical attention should be sought.

02Heavy rainfall in Pakistan causes 63 deaths

According to China News Network, on April 17th, Kurhid Anwar, spokesperson for Pakistan's National Disaster Management Agency, stated that four days of heavy rainfall have resulted in at least 63 deaths in the country. Among them, most of the victims are in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province in northwest Pakistan, where buildings collapsed due to rainstorm have killed 32 people, including 15 children and 5 women. In addition, dozens of people were injured and 1370 houses were damaged in the northwest region. 21 people have died in Punjab province in eastern Pakistan due to lightning and collapsed buildings. A flash flood in Balochistan Province in southwestern Pakistan has resulted in 10 deaths. The authorities have declared a state of emergency, and rescue operations are still ongoing.


An official from the Pakistan Meteorological Agency stated that due to theClimate change, PakistanThe rainfall increased in April. The rainfall in various regions is 61% higher than normal, and the rainfall in Balochistan Province is 256% higher than normal. Previously, Pakistan was hit by heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding in 2022, resulting in a large area of land being flooded, resulting in 1739 deaths and economic losses of approximately $30 billion.


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culture
01Opening of the Singapore Pavilion at the Venice Biennale

Lianhe Zaobao reported that on April 17, eight works from the National Gallery of Fine Arts in Singapore were presented at the theme exhibition of the 60th Venice Biennale, which was the first time in Singapore's history that national collections were exhibited. The exhibition focuses on modernist art in 20th century Latin America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.


It is understood that the National Museum of Art in Singapore has a collection of over8000 pieces, Southeast Asia has the largest collection of modern art among public art. Chen Weide, the new president of the National Gallery of Singapore, stated that the museum is honored to showcase its collection at the 60th International Art Exhibition Venice Biennale. The exhibition at the art museum will focus on showcasing the art and artists of Singapore and Southeast Asian countries,Promoting the dissemination of Southeast Asian culture, deepening the understanding of modern art in Southeast Asia in the global context, and contributing to the comprehensive integration of world culture.







Financial Newsletter
According to Futures Daily, Apple futures have recently experienced a decline, with the main AP2410 contract of Apple futures dropping to 7666 yuan/ton during trading and ultimately closing at 7764 yuan/ton, with a daily decline of 2.63%, reaching a low in nearly 2 years.


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