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Washington News: Recently, Elon Musk, the executive efficiency advisor to US President Trump, is accelerating efforts to reduce personnel in the US federal bureaucracy. Union sources and federal government employees have revealed that authorities have started laying off thousands of employees from multiple agencies, most of whom were recently hired but still on probation. These departments include the Department of Education, the Small Business Administration, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and the Federal General Services Administration responsible for managing the federal government's real estate investment portfolio. In addition, the Trump administration has also requested that US embassies around the world prepare for layoffs. It is understood that the United States hasFourteen states have filed a federal lawsuit in Washington, alleging that Trump illegally appointed Musk without authorization from the US Congress and granted him "unlimited powers". The plaintiffs include the attorneys general of states such as Arizona, Michigan, and Rhode Island. 01Philippines plans to purchase short-range missiles from India Manila News: Recently, it was revealed that the Philippines intends to purchase the Indian made Akash short-range missile and is expected to place orders in the new fiscal year starting in April this year. This military procurement contract, which exceeds $200 million, will be the second major defense deal signed between New Delhi and Manila, but it is currently unclear how many missile and radar systems will be involved in this transaction. It is reported that Akash is a surface to air missile developed and designed by the Indian Defense Research and Development Organization, with a range of up to25 kilometers. This missile system is claimed to have the ability to destroy various aerial targets, such as fighter jets, cruise missiles, air to ground missiles, and ballistic missiles. 01Japanese rice prices continue to rise According to news from Tokyo, recent data shows that,this yearDuring the week between January 27th and February 2nd, the average price of rice per five kilograms rose to 3688 yen, which was 38 yen more expensive than the previous week and 1665 yen more expensive than the same period last year, with an increase of 82%. Since then, rice prices in Japan have continued to rise. The Japanese Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Jiang Fujitaka, announced at a press conference that the government will take action as early as possibleStarting from mid March, stock rice will be released to the market, and if necessary, the scale of release will be further increasedTo limit the long-term excessive impact of market prices. Bloomberg reported that recently, Canadian opposition Conservative Party leader Poirievre promised at the first "Canada First" campaign event in Ottawa to build an "East to West economy" and construct a nationwide oil and gas pipeline as one of the countermeasures to deal with the threat of increased tariffs from the United States. Simultaneously rectify the natural resources industry to strengthen the Canadian economy and resist threats from the United States. It is reported that since Trump returned to the White House, he has been targeting the northern neighbors of the United States. Trump claimed that Canada has failed to prevent illegal immigration and drug trafficking at the US border, and threatened to impose high tariffs on Canadian imports. 01Malaysia cracks largest illegal e-waste case in recent years According to Malaysian news, on February 15th, the Malaysian police, together with the Environmental Agency, raided a recycling plant in the He Feng Industrial Zone of Perak state, confiscating electronic waste and machinery worth up to RM1.3 billion. This is the largest illegal electronic waste case detected by Malaysia in recent years. Preliminary investigation found that the illegal electronic waste recycling plant covers an area of approximately4.86 hectares, with a total of four factories, the electronic waste stored inside is transported from China, the United States, Bolivia, Oman and other countries under various names such as salt, food or feed to Klang Port in Selangor, and then transferred to this factory in Perak. The factory laboratory will first classify these electronic wastes, detect different metal contents, and put them into furnaces separately. Then, the refined metals will be sorted and exported. After inspection by the Environmental Bureau, it was found that these electronic wastes contain toxic heavy metals such as arsenic, mercury, and lead. According to Reuters, on February 15th, a stampede occurred at a train station in New Delhi, the capital of India, resulting in 18 deaths. Passengers on two platforms were waiting to board a train to attend the Hindu festival of Vajra. Witnesses reported that during the incident, a broadcast reminded a certain train to adjust its platform, causing a sudden large-scale movement of people. Passengers rushed to board the train, but when they realized that not everyone could board, the crowd panicked and pushed each other, leading to a stampede incident. It is reported that,The Big Pot Festival in 2025, which starts on January 13th and ends on February 25th, is the grandest cycle in the past 12 years, with an official estimate of over 400 million people visiting Praia Grande. In order to reach out to believers, Indian Railways has launched over 90 special trains. The Lianhe Zaobao reported that the Singapore Museum of Arts and Sciences in Binhai Bay recently celebrated its 14th birthday. The museum has officially launched the "Art Science Laboratory", providing a space for interactive learning and exploration for visitors such as students, educators, and families. The laboratory is located on the second basement level of the museum, occupying an area of320 square meters, equipped with various multimedia devices. It is divided into three different areas and can accommodate up to 90 visitors at the same time to participate in interdisciplinary learning activities. The laboratory will hold seminars, workshops, and creative activities around five main themes: "Inspiration Sources," "Scientific Sparks," and "Creative Construction," to stimulate visitors' curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
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