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Taiwan’s strength in semiconductors could be its ‘Achilles heel,’ economist says

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Taiwan should plan to diversify its economy away from semiconductors, given the risk that China might develop the capacity to make its own chips, Paul Cavey, an economist at East Asia Econ, told CNBC. “Politicians really should be discussing more on … diversifying the economy away in terms of trying to encourage more industries to … Read more

Why the Indian Ocean could be China’s Achilles’ heel in a Taiwan war

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By Greg Torode HONG KONG (Reuters) – Every day, nearly 60 fully loaded very large crude-oil carriers sail between the Persian Gulf and Chinese ports, carrying about half of the oil that powers the world’s second-largest economy. As the vessels enter the South China Sea, they ply waters increasingly controlled by China’s growing military, from … Read more

Taylor Swift’s Heel Breaks at Final Rio Show, ‘Barbie’ Comparisons Are Made By Fans | Barbie, Eras Tour, Taylor Swift | Just Jared: Celebrity News and Gossip

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Taylor Swift performed her final of three Eras Tour concerts in Rio on Monday night (November 20) and she suffered a wardrobe malfunction at the top of the show. The 33-year-old singer was performing the Lover era when the heel of her right boot unfortunately broke. In order to properly walk around stage, Taylor actually … Read more