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Long March Rocket Launched With Unknown Payload
The Long March 5 rocket is scheduled for launch on June 10, 2026, with an unknown payload. The launch status is currently 'To Be Confirmed'. The launch occurred from a Chinese space center. The launch took place from the Wenchang Space Launch Site. The nature and purpose of the payload are currently undisclosed. This marks the second such launch in a short period, following a similar event with the Long March 5 rocket. The launch proceeded without prior notification of the payload's nature. The launch was conducted by China's space program. The nature of the payload is not disclosed, raising questions about the mission's objective. The launch is scheduled for June 3rd, 2026, with a backup date of June 4th. Mission details were not disclosed.
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Actor Wei Zongwan Dies At 86
He also appeared in films like "One and Eight" and "San Mao Joins the Army." He also appeared in television series such as the 1994 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms' and the 1998 'Water Margin'.
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China Allocates 99.9 Billion Yuan For Childcare
China's central government has allocated 99.9 billion yuan for childcare subsidies in 2026, a 10.6% increase from the previous year. Over 648,000 tax declarations have already been filed in France.
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Coal Prices Expected To Rise This Summer
Coal prices are expected to rise this summer due to climate catalysts and tight domestic and international supply. The price of Bitcoin is expected to reach $140,000 this year, according to a Wall Street investment bank.
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Long March 8 Rocket Launch Scheduled
The Long March 5 rocket is scheduled for launch on June 10, 2026, with an unknown payload. The launch is set to occur at 00:53:59 UTC and again at 06:00:00 UTC. The status is currently 'To Be Confirmed'. The specific launch date and time are pending.
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Xi Jinping Article On Real Economy Published
Qiushi magazine published an article by Xi Jinping titled 'Strengthening, Optimizing, and Expanding the Real Economy'. China is focusing on the real economy and strategic national technologies, including high-speed rail and digital technology zones near Long Thanh airport.
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Board Secretary Resigns From ST Yedao
ST Yedao announced that its board of directors received a written resignation report from Board Secretary Wang Zhiming. The resignation is due to work adjustment.
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Didi Q1 Revenue Up 10% Amid Global Expansion
Didi reported first-quarter revenue increased 10% year-over-year to approximately $8.7 billion. The company posted a net loss of around $177 million, which was larger than its fourth-quarter loss.
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Meituan Q1 Revenue Exceeds 91 Billion Yuan
Meituan announced first-quarter revenue of 91.04 billion yuan, a 5.6% year-over-year increase. The company reported an adjusted net loss of 4.97 billion yuan for the quarter, compared to a profit of 10.95 billion yuan in the same period last year.
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Shenzhen Stock Exchange Review Meeting Scheduled
The Listing Review Committee of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange is scheduled to hold its 31st review meeting in 2026 on June 9. The meeting will review Shenzhen Hong's listing application.
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