In the end, Gu Jia understood that true happiness lies in the connections we make, the experiences we cherish, and the moments we hold close to our hearts. And as she set out on her next adventure, she knew that she carried a piece of Portugal with her, a reminder of the beauty and magic that had touched her soul.
It was more than rumors that Japanese automotive giants Nissan and Honda were eyeing a merger by 2026 which would revolutionize the industry with the appearance of what in Reuters' view would be the third-largest auto group worldwide. The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding whereby discussions about integration via a joint holding company would go on during 2025, it was announced. Earlier this month, Nissan's CEO Makoto Uchida admitted that the company's situation was “severe.” In addition, Mitsubishi Motors, of which Nissan owns a 24% stake, will decide next month whether to join the merger. Japanese automakers are trailing their international competitors in the electric vehicle field, including Tesla and China's BYD. The rise of Chinese automakers and new players has changed the car industry quite a lot, Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe said. We have to build up capabilities to fight with them by 2030, otherwise we'll be beaten, he added. According to a leading automotive industry expert, Nissan and Honda would be positioning themselves for the future, which will be defined by electrification and autonomous technology. According to Mibe, Honda would retain a leading role in the partnership after the merger, which is expected to be completed by June with the new holding company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange by August 2026. As per an Associated Press estimate based on Mibe's statements, a merger could result in a behemoth worth more than [US]$ 50 billion based on the market capitalization of all three automakers - Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi, who seek to take on Toyota and Volkswagen. “We have come to the realization that in order for both parties to be leaders in this mobility transformation, it is necessary to make a bolder change than a collaboration in specific areas,” Mibe said. Even after a merger Toyota, which rolled out 11.5 million vehicles in 2023, would remain the leading Japanese automaker. If they join, the three smaller companies would make about 8 million vehicles. In 2023, Honda made 4 million and Nissan produced 3.4 million. Mitsubishi Motors made just over 1 million.Title: A Teacher Hand-Drawing a Cross-Sectional Diagram of an Engine: Over a Thousand Instructional Wall Paintings Become Timeless ClassicsThe culmination of their collaboration came with the epic historical drama "The Empress," a sweeping saga of power, love, and betrayal in ancient China. Sophie Marceau's portrayal of a formidable empress captured the imagination of viewers and cemented her status as a cinematic legend. Zhang Yimou described her performance as transcendent, a blend of strength and fragility that mesmerized audiences and critics alike.
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One of the most significant trends in the Chinese housing rental market is the increasing adoption of digital technologies and proptech solutions. Landlords and property management companies are leveraging digital platforms to streamline the rental process, from property search and virtual tours to online lease signing and rent payments. With the rise of smart home technologies, tenants can now enjoy greater convenience and efficiency in managing their rental properties.Mr. Wang's passion for teaching and his unwavering commitment to student learning propelled him to create a series of intricate and detailed cross-sectional diagrams of various mechanical components, with the engine being one of the most iconic pieces in his collection. The meticulous attention to detail, the precision of each stroke, and the clarity of his explanations allowed students to gain a deep understanding of complex engineering concepts in a visually engaging manner. His hand-drawn diagrams became a mainstay in his classrooms, serving as visual aids that facilitated discussions, sparked curiosity, and inspired a love for learning in his students.
The 39-year-old takes charge for the first time in Sunday’s Premier League trip to promoted Ipswich having been confirmed as Erik ten Hag’s successor at the beginning of November. Amorim has made a positive impression since starting work at the United in an international fortnight that ended with an impressive first appearance in front of the media. 🆚 Ipswich Town.🏟️ Portman Road.⏰ 16:30 GMT. 🫡 We will be there. #MUFC pic.twitter.com/0eHCSDYmhE — Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 21, 2024 The Portuguese was gregarious, engaging and smiley throughout Friday’s press conference but that warmth comes with a ruthlessness edge if players do not adhere to his approach. “You can be the same person,” head coach Amorim said. “Be a positive person that can understand this is one place to be, then there is the dressing room, there are some places to have fun, there are some places to work hard. “So, I can be ruthless when I have to be. If you think as a team, I will be the nicest guy you have ever seen. If there is someone just thinking about himself, I will be a different person. “I’m not that type of guy that wants to show that he is the boss. “They will feel it in the small details, that I can be the smiling one but then when we have a job to do I will be a different person, and they understand that.” ‘The Smiling One’ follows ‘the Special One’ as United’s second Portuguese manager, with Jose Mourinho one of five managers to try and fail to reach the heights scaled by Sir Alex Ferguson. The Scot retired as a Premier League champion in 2013 and the Red Devils have failed to launch a sustained title bid since adding that 20th top-flight crown. Asked about whether he will lean on Ferguson to understand the history of United and whether he has met him, Amorim said: “No, not yet. I didn’t have that opportunity. “It’s hard to copy someone, so I have to be me. Of course I’m not the best person in here to show the history of Manchester United. “It should be the club first and also me because I’m always paying attention on those details and try to focus our players in the history of the club, not the recent history. “You have to be very demanding. This is a club that needs to win, has to win, so we have to show that to our players but it’s a different time. “I cannot be the same guy that Sir Alex Ferguson was. It’s a different time. “I have to have a different approach, but I can also be demanding with a different approach, so that is my focus.” Like Ferguson in 1986, Amorim starts life at United in the November of a season that started with a paltry points tally. The 39-year-old acknowledges the timing makes “it’s so much harder” for him to imprint his style at a club whose youth foundations look in safe hands. “It’s the project of Manchester United,” Amorim said. “Nowadays, you need young guys, guys from the academy for everything. “To bring that history of the club because they feel the club in a different way. “And also because you have all these rules with financial fair play, when a player from our academy is so much different to the players that we bought and then we sell. “So, everything is connected. I will try to help all the players, especially the young ones.” Amorim’s first match will be a fascinating watch for onlookers, who have kept a particularly close eye on his work during his farewell to Sporting Lisbon. The Portuguese managed three final matches after being confirmed as United head coach, including a 4-1 Champions League win against Manchester City. Pep Guardiola’s side have dominated English football in recent years and the City boss this week signed a new deal until 2027. “I think it’s a problem for everybody here, but we have so much to do, we cannot focus on anyone,” Amorim said. “We just have to focus on our club, improve our club and not focus on the other clubs, so let’s focus on Manchester United. “It’s amazing (the test) – if you can beat that team it’s a good sign but, like I said, we are focused on Manchester United.”The introduction of the TGA trophy genderbent emojis pack marks a new chapter in the evolution of TGA as a platform for innovation and creativity in gaming. By embracing a fresh and playful approach to emoticons, TGA invites fans to participate in the excitement and energy of the gaming world in a unique and memorable way.DALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic is returning to the Dallas lineup Monday night against the Portland Trail Blazers after missing the Mavericks’ two previous games with a left heel contusion. Doncic won last season’s scoring title with a career-best 33.9 points per game and is fifth in the NBA this season averaging 28.9, and seventh in assists, averaging 8.2. He had triple-doubles in three of his last four games, including his most recent appearance last Sunday with 45 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds in a 143-133 win at Golden State. The defending Western Conference champions are 18-10, fourth in the West, and have won 13 of their last 16 games following their only losing streak of the season, a four-game skid from Nov. 8-14. ___ AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/nba