Dr. Nikolaus von Jacobs

FLiRT Covid Subvariants Detected in Australia | Zelenskyy Seeks Defence Systems A new family of COVID-19 subvariants, known as FLiRT, has been detected in Australia after spreading through the United States. These subvariants, derived from the JN.1 variant and including KP.1 and KP.2, are more transmissible but generally result in less severe illness. The World Health Organization is monitoring these variants due to their potential impact on global health. With cases on the rise, Australian health officials urge continued vigilance and public health measures to curb the spread. In other news, the New South Wales government has announced a two-year extension for the Eraring Power Station, Australia’s largest coal-fired power plant. This decision, made in agreement with Origin Energy, aims to prevent electricity shortages and ensure a reliable energy supply while more renewable sources are developed. Origin Energy may further extend the plant's operations until 2029 without state compensation. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has renewed his call for advanced defence systems to protect Ukraine’s cities from Russian-guided bombs, which have caused significant civilian casualties and destruction since the invasion began in February 2022. Zelenskyy also announced that Albania, Austria, Chile, and Mozambique will join a peace summit in Switzerland in June, aiming to build a coalition to pressure Russia into agreeing to a peace settlement under U.N. terms. Stay informed with the latest developments and don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more updates! #covid19 #FLiRTVariants #AustraliaHealth #EraringPowerStation #renewableenergy #NSWGovernment #ukraine #Zelenskiy #DefenceSystems #russiaukrainewar #PeaceSummit #GlobalHealth #energysupply #worldhealthorganization #publichealthmatters #AdvancedDefence https://lnkd.in/du5myGhu

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FLiRT Covid Subvariants Detected in Australia | Zelenskyy Seeks Defence Systems A new family of COVID-19 subvariants, known as FLiRT, has been detected in Australia after spreading through the United States. These subvariants, derived from the JN.1 variant and including KP.1 and KP.2, are more transmissible but generally result in less severe illness. The World Health Organization is monitoring these variants due to their potential impact on global health. With cases on the rise, Australian health officials urge continued vigilance and public health measures to curb the spread. In other news, the New South Wales government has announced a two-year extension for the Eraring Power Station, Australia’s largest coal-fired power plant. This decision, made in agreement with Origin Energy, aims to prevent electricity shortages and ensure a reliable energy supply while more renewable sources are developed. Origin Energy may further extend the plant's operations until 2029 without state compensation. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has renewed his call for advanced defence systems to protect Ukraine’s cities from Russian-guided bombs, which have caused significant civilian casualties and destruction since the invasion began in February 2022. Zelenskyy also announced that Albania, Austria, Chile, and Mozambique will join a peace summit in Switzerland in June, aiming to build a coalition to pressure Russia into agreeing to a peace settlement under U.N. terms. Stay informed with the latest developments and don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more updates! #covid19 #FLiRTVariants #AustraliaHealth #EraringPowerStation #renewableenergy #NSWGovernment #ukraine #Zelenskiy #DefenceSystems #russiaukrainewar #PeaceSummit #GlobalHealth #energysupply #worldhealthorganization #publichealthmatters #AdvancedDefence https://lnkd.in/du5myGhu

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President-elect Trump's picks for top national security posts offer early signals about how his administration might approach North Korea policy in a second term. Trump's selections bring a mix of views on Pyongyang, based on their past statements and actions: • National Security Advisor Mike Waltz has backed pressure but would likely support diplomacy if Trump reengages • CIA Director nominee John Ratcliffe has hinted at prioritizing Iran, potentially accepting North Korea's nuclear status • Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth's stance has shifted between hawkishness and diplomacy, mirroring Trump's lead • Reported Secretary of State choice Marco Rubio is known as a hawk but showed openness to Trump's outreach to Kim Jong Un While advisers may shape the tactics, Trump's instincts and preferences are still expected to be the primary driver of policy on North Korea, whether in the direction of coercion or engagement. For an in-depth examination of what the records of key appointees suggest about the future US approach to the Korean Peninsula under a second Trump administration, read our full article: https://cstu.io/6fa2d1 NK News delivers expert insights on these critical developments shaping the regional security landscape. Follow our page to stay informed.

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As President-elect Trump reenters office, China will be one of his foreign policy centerpieces. And no one should doubt his intentions. While often candidates’ tough rhetoric is softened upon taking office, in his first term, Trump managed to change both the narrative and the policy toward China away from engagement and integrating them into the global community to a limited containment approach. Today, a tough China policy is one of the few policies that unites Democrats and Republicans. In the second installment of our three-part series on the U.S. election outcome, the Basilinna team explores how this new administration could recalibrate its foreign and economic policy, impacting trade, business dynamics, and diplomatic ties with China. Read more about what you can expect to see here: https://lnkd.in/eQYe6en7

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Hearsay -- the Prior Inconsistent Statement Exception to the Hearsay Rule. How is this exception applied in the CA Evidence code and how is this different from the Federal Rules? https://lnkd.in/gzr2hij6 #DavidSugden #EvidenceAtTrial #HearsayRule #Fauci #InconsistentStatementException #Hearsay #CAEvidence #FederalRulesOfEvidene

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🍁🍂 #Recommended: "CRAFTY CHARACTERS: TALES OF FAMOUS AND INFAMOUS FREEMASONS" by Mike Neville is out NOW! Read more 👉🏼 https://fml.pub/crafty Many Freemasons have made the world a better place when others have been villainous criminals. Members of the Craft have developed forensic science, solved famous crimes and invented all manner of things. Several members of the royal family have been members of the Craft and the declining interest in the organisation from younger royals is also discussed. Masons have been very active in the criminal justice system – both as ‘goodies’ and ‘baddies’. It was a Mason who formed the Special Branch to fight terrorism and another who brought the Moors Murders to an end. In some cases, such as the Cleveland Street Scandal, Masons found themselves on both sides of the law. The medical profession is also well-represented in lodges. Happily, it was a member of the Craft who rescued the Elephant Man and a Masonic doctor was the first to identify an occupational cancer. On the other side of the coin, there have been evil Masonic doctors who committed murder and other heinous crimes. One Masonic surgeon may have committed regicide with the ‘mercy killing’ of a king. In addition, there are stories of weird and wonderful Masons – celebrities, film makers, soldiers, explorers, world-famous businessmen, politicians, forgers and scoundrels. All are covered in "CRAFTY CHARACTERS: TALES OF FAMOUS AND INFAMOUS FREEMASONS". #CraftyCharacters #Freemasons #freemasonry #freemasonryuk #freemasonrytoday #freemasonryworldwide #books #whattoread #thecraft #autumn #autumnvibes #bookrecommendations #autumnbooks #whattoread #reading #tales #truecrime #knowledge

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5 big stories we were watching today #CNBCPolitics Trump no threat to U.S. democracy: Historian Claims Trump is a threat to the country’s democracy have been weakened by the legacy of his first term, says historian Niall Ferguson. ➡️ https://cnb.cx/3MCjWH0 #CNBCTech Honor announces AI assistant Honor announced its first artificial intelligence assistant as it looks to jump ahead of rivals like Apple. ➡️ https://cnb.cx/3MAm5D1 #CNBCEconomy German car brands weigh heavily on struggling economy Germany’s car industry was once recognized around the world for its high-quality cars. But things have changed since then. ➡️ https://cnb.cx/4dS2Fpl #CNBCMarkets Europe market moves European stocks closed lower, paring earlier gains after a weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs report clouded global sentiment. ➡️ https://cnb.cx/3TjW8LA #CNBCPro Is it time to invest in emerging markets? Veteran investor George Boubouras shares his take on emerging markets right now. ➡️ https://cnb.cx/47h0FEq

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Could a household item trigger a mid-flight catastrophe? ISARR's latest intelligence reveals a chilling new frontier in hybrid warfare: state-sponsored actors weaponising international cargo networks by hiding incendiary devices in everyday household appliances. With 45-55% of air express parcels traveling in passenger aircraft belly holds, these aren't theoretical risks - they're strategic threats designed to disrupt critical transportation infrastructure. Our latest Spotlight article exposes the evolving landscape of global security challenges: https://lnkd.in/eGqW49Pi #AviationSecurity #GlobalLogistics #StateSponsoredThreats #Cargosecurity

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Re: Taiwan considers big US defense purchases as overture to Donald Trump (https://lnkd.in/eYkVhhqV) The possibility of the Taiwanese government spending $15 billion on arms purchases has become a hot topic lately, with many people creating wish lists of the weapons they hope to acquire. However, Taiwan is also a significant supplier of arms in its own right. Chips have replaced oil as the future of intelligent weaponry, and the United States might consider exchanging traditional weapons for Taiwan's semiconductor chips. I have four observations on this: 1️⃣ Trump's approach is deal-oriented. Taiwan should focus less on national ideals or alliances and instead seriously explore the feasibility of various deals. 2️⃣ Transactions aren't limited to cash. Resources such as chips are valuable assets, and mergers and acquisitions can involve cash plus stock. 3️⃣ Any transaction should leverage the most valuable assets to maximize value. Taiwan's most valuable assets are its semiconductors and TSMC. Trump may require TSMC to increase its investment in the United States, especially in advanced manufacturing processes. 4️⃣ Trump may reshape the semiconductor ecosystem. Companies like Intel Corporation, TSMC, GlobalFoundries, and AMD could be brought together to establish strategic alliances. Trump will undoubtedly aim to "make Intel great again." CY Huang President at FCC Partners Asia #Taiwan #Semiconductors #TSMC #ArmsDeal #Geopolitics #USRelations #Trump #Chips #StrategicAlliance #SupplyChain #Intel #GlobalFoundries #AMD

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The Chinese People's Liberation Army has launched a series of military drills around Taiwan, coinciding with the inauguration of President Lai Ching-te, creating tension in the Taiwanese Strait. Recent analysis suggests that China's strategy may involve blockading Taiwan rather than a full-scale invasion, leading to a vulnerability for the island due to its heavy reliance on trade. If a blockade were to occur, the US and its allies would face the difficult choice of allowing Taiwan to be starved into submission or engaging in a confrontation with China, which could have severe economic consequences for the global economy. Western leaders are advised to carefully manage the situation in the South China Sea to prevent further escalation. #AsiaRisk #GeopoliticalConflictandDisputes #Taiwan Follow us for daily updates on risk and operations in Asia! https://lnkd.in/gHPAzJ8K

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In an exclusive interview with TaiwanPlus, Bonnie Glaser warns Trump’s reelection could strain U.S.-Taiwan relations, with Taiwan paying for U.S. weapons but lacking clear protection. She highlights the need for consistent U.S. policy and global support to deter Chinese aggression. #TSIInterviews #TSIWeekly20241103 #TSIUSTaiwan #TSIUSArmsProvision #TSIOneChina #TSITaiwanIndependence #TSIUSPolicy https://lnkd.in/eaW6tusd

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The General Department of Taxation issued the official letter No.1873/TCT-TTKT to enforce verification and inspection to detect taxpayers with signal of risk on invoices, tax refund fraud. ►Enterprises change their legal representative twice or more within 12 months, or change their legal representative and business location at the same time; ►Enterprises have changed their operational status or business activities two or more times within a year. ►Newly established enterprises have a non-fixed business location, frequently changing locations within the first 1-2 years of operation.) ►Enterprises that have been established for many years without generating revenue, then are sold or transferred to another party ►Enterprises are established without a mining operation license but issue invoices for natural resources and minerals. ►Enterprises have goods bought and sold that do not align with the conditions and characteristics of each region ►Enterprises have not fully contributed the registered charter capital. ►Enterprises buy, sell, or merge with a value of less than 100 million VND. ►Enterprises engaged in supermarket operations (retail of consumer goods and electrical appliances); food and beverage services, restaurants, and hospitality; transportation services; construction materials trade; petroleum commerce; enterprises involved in the extraction of soil, rock, sand, and gravel; mineral businesses (coal, kaolin, iron ore, etc.); agricultural and forestry products trade (wood chips, lumber, planks, etc.); with significant activities in labor leasing. ►Revenue experiences a sharp increase, specifically: In the previous reporting period, revenue was very low, approximately zero, but in the subsequent period, there is a sudden spike in revenue or a substantial increase in revenue in the following period (three times or more compared to the average revenue of prior periods), while the value-added tax (VAT) liabilities incurred remain low (VAT payable is less than 1% of the total revenue generated in the period). ►High revenue but the inventory is disproportionate or nonexistent, with no warehouse rental costs incurred. ►Annual reported revenue exceeds 10 billion VND, but the incurred tax liabilities are low, below 100 million VND (1%). ► Enterprises use a large number of invoices (from 500 to 2000 invoices). The number of deleted invoicesis large and accounts for about 20% of used invoices; ►Enterprises using e-invoices according to the Decree No. 123/2020/ND-CP, Circular No. 78/2021/TT-BTC have abnormally reduced a number of electronic invoices compared to the used invoices according to Decree No. 51/2010/ND-CP; ►Enterprises have a large revenue and output, input VAT but do not incur VAT payables and have a negative VAT for many periods; ...... Further information, please see this link: https://lnkd.in/ggerRsZX

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Can Europe ensure its own security and continued prosperity with less support from the United States? Nine influential thinkers answer this question in FP’s latest print issue.

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China's military has launched new war games, Joint Sword-2024B, involving ships and aircraft around Taiwan shortly after the island's National Day. The exercises, focusing on sea-air combat readiness, port blockades, and assaults on maritime and ground targets, are described by Captain Li Xi as essential for state sovereignty. An end date for the drills has not been specified. Taiwan's Ministry of Defence has condemned these actions as irrational and provocative, reaffirming its commitment to protect its freedom and sovereignty. The military escalation follows Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te's National Day speech, in which he rejected any attempts at annexation by Beijing, asserting that the Chinese government has no right to represent Taiwan's 23 million people. Experts anticipated these drills would serve to bolster support for the Chinese Communist Party and function as a warning to Taiwan and the United States against crossing perceived red lines. China has not ruled out the use of force regarding Taiwan and has labeled Lai a separatist for his stance. Nonetheless, some analysts believe the situation is manageable and expected. In his address, Lai called for healthy dialogue with Beijing while highlighting potential global conflicts, which was met with criticism from China's state-run Global Times, labeling his remarks as deceptive. Furthermore, China continues to suppress Taiwan's international presence, aiming to limit its diplomatic relations and global alliances. #AsiaRisk #GeopoliticalConflictandDisputes #Taiwan Follow us for daily updates on risk and operations in Asia! https://lnkd.in/d2J2pqaH

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