BEIJING, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Origin Agritech Ltd. (NASDAQ: SEED) (the “Company” or “Origin”), a leading Chinese agricultural technology company, is pleased to announce its revenue projections for key product lines through the year 2029.
Revenue Projections
Revenue from hybrid seeds and other
Revenue from NEC
Revenue from GMO
Total Revenue(￥‘000)
Total Revenue(US$’000)
2022
￥52,580
–
–
￥52,580
$7,240
2023
￥93,307
–
–
￥93,307
$12,848
2024 (Expected)
￥95,000
￥10,000
–
￥105,000
$14,458
2025 (Expected)
￥99,750
￥50,000
￥30,000
￥179,750
$24,751
2026 (Expected)
￥104,738
￥100,000
￥90,000
￥294,738
$40,585
2027 (Expected)
￥109,974
￥150,000
￥210,000
￥469,974
$64,715
2028 (Expected)
￥115,473
￥225,000
￥330,000
￥670,473
$92,324
2029 (Expected)
￥121,247
￥337,500
￥500,000
￥958,747
$132,019
Assumptions:
In 5 years, China’s GMO corn will account for 70% of the total corn planting area, about 400 million mu. Origin aims to have a 5% market share of about 20 million mu (GMO seed sale & IP granting).
Exchange rate $:￥:7.2622 (July 15)
GMO seeds sale begins to contribute revenue in 2025
GMO IP granting business begins to contribute revenue in 2027
GMO Corn Application to Approval Timeline
Dr. Gengchen Han, Chairman and CEO of Origin Agritech, commented: “We are excited about the growth prospects for Origin Agritech as we continue to innovate and expand our product offerings. These revenue projections and our clear timeline for GMO corn variety approvals reflect our commitment to delivering high-value solutions to farmers worldwide and significant value to our shareholders. By leveraging our GMO technology and gene editing expertise, we are well-positioned to address global food security challenges and promote sustainable agricultural practices.”
About Origin Agritech Limited
Origin Agritech Limited, founded in 1997 and headquartered in Zhong-Guan-Cun (ZGC) Life Science Park in Beijing, is a leading Chinese agricultural technology company. In crop seed biotechnologies, Origin Agritech’s phytase corn was the first transgenic corn to receive the Bio-Safety Certificate from China’s Ministry of Agriculture. Over the years, Origin has established a robust biotechnology seed pipeline, including products with glyphosate tolerance and pest resistance (Bt) traits. For further information, please visit the Company’s website at www.originagritech.com. The Company also maintains a Twitter account for updating investors on Company and industry developments which is https://x.com/origin_agritech.
For more information, please contact: Origin Agritech Limited Contact: Kate Lang (Mandarin/English) Director of Investor Relations Phone: +86 186-1839-3368 Email: bing.lang@originseed.com.cn
Investor Relations Contact: Matthew Abenante, IRC President Strategic Investor Relations, LLC Tel: 347-947-2093 Email: matthew@strategic-ir.com
BEIJING, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — International wine distributor DIVA recently has wrapped up its 2024 wine futures season, better known as “en primeur” season, with comparable results to its presale in last year thanks to its superb product quality.
From middle of June to mid-July, the company managed to weather the ups and downs of the Bordeaux futures market featuring an active European market and lackluster Asian sales and completed presale of over 300 Bordeaux Fine Wine products from reputed local estates.
Over two dozens of Bordeaux Grand Cru Classe 2023 vintages as Bordeaux futures for sale were sold out before being bottled during this year’s “en primeur” season, one of the most important events in the Bordeaux region.
These are largely attributable to Bordeaux vineyards’ efforts to ensure quality of the 2023 vintage last year when local climates turned out less ideal for grape growing than other years.
Despite the fact that renowned vineyards in Bordeaux dropped by 25 percent their wine prices in an attempt to further shore up sales amid the global economic weakness, their bumper harvest in 2023 offset related influences and resulted in the gratifying presale value this year.
Many famous estates such as Chateau Lafite Rothschild and Chateau Mouton Rothschild released their wine futures for the 2023 vintage at prices the same as four years ago, which were welcomed by the market.
Photo provided to Xinhua shows tasting of the Bordeaux wine products at the Chateau Mouton Rothschild in Bordeaux of France.
Since February, DIVA took part in three wine and spirits exhibitions held in Paris of France, Germany and China’s Hong Kong Special Administrative Region to bring visitors the unique and mellow taste of premier wines from famous vineyards in Bordeaux and other regions.
As a distributor who boasts 40-plus years of wine trade history, DIVA has access to wine futures quotas for more than 300 wines from vineyards famed for wine production in the Bordeaux region.
Catching your breath after the whirlwind sales? Well, get ready for more! Yahoo readers couldn’t get enough of all the deals, and if it was all a blur to you, there might have been a few reader faves that you missed out on during Amazon’s Prime Day event. We’ve been clicking around to find the products our readers added to their carts from our reviews, gift guides and daily deal posts — there are a lot! Some of them are still on sale, so we picked out 20 of the products Yahoo readers bought most during Prime Day.
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Unfortunately, your home isn’t going to clean itself, but you can at least get Mrs. Meyer to pitch in. Her all-purpose cleaning spray comes in the fan-favorite lemon verbena scent and will give your household dirt and grime a good talking-to (i.e., eliminate it). At 40%-plus off, this deal’s a steal.
You’ll be able to make barista-level lattes and cappuccinos at home, thanks to this affordable gadget. The electric whisk is even useful for making protein drinks or pre-workout beverages, as it combines the powder and liquids much better than stirring or shaker bottles do.
This bestselling 2-gallon trash can can swallow months’ worth of fast-food wrappers and other on-the-road disposables. It has a leak-proof interior that can handle errant soda splashes, while the mesh pockets lining the exterior make it great for storing things like wipes, a flashlight and more. It’s also washable, so if something does spill and you need to clean it up, soapy water and a wipe-down will put it back in business in a jiffy.
When more than 34,000 motorists all agree on the utility of an accessory, well, that’s a club you want to be part of. Said one, “The lid keeps any unsightly trash out of view and helps contain odors, making my car feel much cleaner and fresher. The size is perfect — not too bulky but large enough to hold a good amount of trash, which is ideal for long road trips or daily commutes.”
Never fight with your family members over power outlets again. This electrifying gadget boasts five AC outlets and four USB ports, enough for everyone to charge their devices all at once. Oh, and this top seller is so much sleeker than having a power strip on your floor.
This powerhouse formulation contains seven moisturizers, three vitamins, omega fatty acids, antioxidants and botanicals that go to town on thin, dry skin, infusing it with moisture that lasts a full 24 hours and all the ingredients you need to fix crinkly, crepey skin.
These No. 1 bestselling fabric-softening balls can be reused for over a thousand laundry loads. They’re made entirely of wool, and they’ll not only make your washables plush, but shorten their drying time in the process. What’s more, they’ll save you tons of money on not-so-eco-friendly dryer sheets.
At 40% off, consider them our favorite laundry hack.
In case the idea of applying a snail secretion to your skin has never crossed your mind, take it from thousands of Amazon shoppers — it’s effective! This now-iconic serum has amassed an enormous following, thanks to its lightweight, refreshing feel and hydrating, rejuvenating effects.
Snail mucin not only helps boost collagen and elastin for a firmer look and feel, but it can also gently exfoliate for a smoother texture while also soothing the skin. Reviewers reported noticing everything from a brighter complexion to a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and dark spots.
The bottom line about skin care: If you have an aging face and want to appear like you have a, well, less-aging face, you need retinol. And if you’re new to the retinol game or have dry skin, CeraVe’s formula is an excellent place to start.
It contains just a 0.3% concentration, which means it will be gentler and less drying than higher-potency products. It’s also filled with skin-calming agents like niacinamide and moisturizing hyaluronic acid. Best of all, right now it’s inexpensive enough to try without the guilt of a major skin-care investment.
Got a green thumb and don’t want to strain it? These No. 1 bestsellers were designed to slice through branches, stems and stalks like nobody’s business. Made of durable stainless steel, the blades have a low-friction coating and a self-cleaning sap groove to help prevent sticking, and the nonslip handles offer a secure grip.
Garner, 52, told Prevention that she “loves” the lotion and that it leaves her skin “feeling all dewy and great.” She elaborated, “That’s golden — the fact that you can get your hyaluronic acid and your SPF 50 in one little bad boy — that’s very good.”
A tall glass of water should always taste fresh and clean, and a filtered pitcher can get it crystal clear. This popular BPA-free Brita reduces copper, cadmium and mercury levels for better-tasting H2O, in addition to minimizing the taste and odor from chorine (no thanks). Its 6-cup capacity is on the smaller size, meaning it won’t take up much room in your fridge, and it’ll alert you when it’s time to swap out the filter.
Turn water from streams and lakes into fresh, healthy drinking water. This little straw removes 99.999999% of waterborne bacteria and 99.999% of waterborne parasites. It can even remove the smallest microplastics found in the environment and reduce turbidity down to 0.2 microns. If you like to travel or camp, now is the time to add this handy gadget to your cart.
Travel experts and frequent fliers say using packing cubes is one of the easiest ways to stay organized. If you tend to overpack or always seem to forget something, they can keep everything tidy and easy to find. In addition to an array of bags in various sizes, this eight-piece set includes a toiletry bag, a shoe bag and a sock bag.
“I’m getting ready for flight attendant training and wanted to buy these to help me organize the many things I need to bring,” wrote one reviewer. “What surprised me is that both pairs of high heels fit in the shoe bag.”
Grime, be gone! This battery-powered doodad tackles stubborn messes like a champ, zero elbow grease required.
One Yahoo staffer wrote of the viral-favorite super-scrubber, “It’s conveniently water-resistant, with a small brush head that is designed to fit into tight corners and small spaces — think grout lines, faucets, window edges, tire crevices. … Now that I’ve seen the wonders the Rubbermaid Reveal can work on stained grout, I’ll be using it for pretty much any cleaning chore involving scrubbing.”
Got big bottles of shampoo? There’s a caddy for that. Got a bar of soap? There’s a caddy for that. How about an electric toothbrush that needs to stand upright? This kit has you covered. Adhesive backing means you can stick ’em to tile walls or other non-porous surfaces without breaking out any tools. Concerned that a rogue caddy will fall on your toes mid-shampoo? Don’t worry: The big ones can handle up to 40 pounds — that’s a lot of body wash.
The Fire TV Stick is a great way to add smart functions to a “dumb” TV. It also works if you have a smart TV and you just don’t like the interface. It’s a wild 45% off right now — and probably won’t go any lower until Black Friday, according to our price trackers.
Apple AirTags will help keep you from losing your luggage, purse — anything, really. Just toss one of these smart tags inside the item you want to track, and you’ll be alerted of its whereabouts via your phone. This is the best price we’ve seen for this most recent version.
This smart toothbrush delivers 82,000 vibrations per minute and removes up to 10 times more buildup than an ordinary toothbrush. Thanks to its four brush modes, you can set it for sensitivity, deep cleaning, gum massage and even whitening. It also has a built-in 30-second timer and a two-minute auto shutoff to help you develop a better brushing routine.
With the brush, you also get eight brush heads — each one should last you about three months, so eight should last you just over two years! No more shelling out piles of cash for replacements.
With cyclonic force and strong suction, this compact and lightweight portable vacuum can tackle just about any mess in your car. The kit includes three attachments for detailing, a carry bag, a filter brush and a spare HEPA filter. Plus, it’s just as strong as far more expensive models, fans say.
Enjoying a warm breakfast on a busy morning has never been so easy, thanks to this contraption that’ll make a bacon, egg and cheese (or two) without you having to wait at the drive-through. Just fill each tray with your bread, eggs, cheese and any toppings you’d like, and it’ll cook everything so that it’s nice and melty by the time you’ve gotten dressed.
There’s a reason more than 90,000 fans have given this smart speaker a nearly flawless review. “Compared to previous models, this iteration offers clearer vocals, deeper bass, and vibrant sound, ensuring an immersive listening experience in any room of your home. Whether you’re streaming music, audiobooks, podcasts, or your favorite playlists, you’ll enjoy unparalleled sound quality that fills your space with rich, dynamic audio.”
Got unwanted body hair but don’t want to shell out for pricey spa treatments? This at-home IPL hair-removal device pumps out 999,999 hair-zapping “flashes,” meaning you’ll be able to use it for years to come. With five power levels to choose from, it allows you to start with less intensity and work your way up to remove hair from your legs, arms, face — pretty much anywhere but your eyebrows. Shorts and T-shirts, here we go!
This price is just a few bucks more than the lowest we’ve seen, so grab it while it’s nearly 50% off.
Turn those “Achoos” into “A-phews!” thanks to this allergy must-have — and it’s over 50% off. This purifier has a double-sided air inlet for a smooth flow and a special carbon filter to remove unwanted odors. An infrared sensor monitors your air in real-time and adjusts the fan speed to clean the air faster if needed. If the air around your machine isn’t up to par, the display screen will turn yellow or red until it’s better.
This knife set is durable, versatile and beloved by real chefs. It comes with a chef’s knife, utility knife, paring knives, six steak knives, kitchen shears and a honing steel to keep them sharp. Plus, the wooden block serves as storage, and the knives are dishwasher-safe. It’s no wonder it’s an Amazon No. 1 bestseller backed by 12,500 five-star reviews.
Score the set while it’s over 60% off — its best price of 2024! You’ll be glad you did when you can cut tomatoes and slice raw meat like they’re melted butter.
At $50 off, these AirPods Pro make for an incredibly juicy Apple deal, especially considering how rarely these go on a proper sale.
According to one fan, “They fit nicely in my ears and don’t slip out like my old AirPods. The selection of rubber ear tips is nice and you will definitely find one that fits. The battery life is really good too, and I usually don’t have to charge my AirPods that often.”
The Museum of the Bible in the nation’s capital has opened a new exhibit that is offering a dive into the past, present and future of worship.
Titled “All Creation Sings,” the exhibit offers an interactive worship experience that is designed to “enlighten” guests by sharing the diversity, development and history of the practice of worship, according to museum staff.
Garrett Hinton, chief revenue officer at the Museum of the Bible, told Fox News Digital in an emailed statement that worship is more than just “the thing that we do at church on Sundays before the pastor gets up and gives the sermon.”
“As the Bible talks about worship, it’s so much more than that. So the story is the story of the Bible — and it’s taking you from Creation or Genesis all the way to Revelation,” said Hinton.
The name of the experience comes from Psalm 148.
The name of the virtual-reality experience at The Museum of the Bible comes from Psalm 148: “Let them praise the name of the Lord: for his name alone is excellent; his glory is above the earth and heaven.”(Museum of the Bible)
“Let them praise the name of the Lord: for his name alone is excellent; his glory is above the earth and heaven.”
“All Creation Sings” takes museum visitors through four different parts, answering the question, “What is worship?”
The first act begins by recounting the story of creation.
The “All Creation Sings” exhibit takes visitors through four acts in an immersive experience. (Museum of the Bible)
“Worship is our purpose. That’s what we’re created for. So, God created us, and he created our universe. That’s where it all starts,” said Matthias Walther, chief marketing officer at the Museum of the Bible.
“And I think to discover this — to see the greatness of our Creation, the greatness of God’s design in our existence — it takes you to a humble, really reflective place.”
Act two explores “the development of the art of worship and its expression through numerous media,” according to the press release.
The third act highlights the power of scripture, detailing how the Bible shapes lives and societies.
The “All Creation Sings” exhibit is now open. “This state-of-the-art attraction” allows visitors to “soar across the Sea of Galilee, climb the stairs to the Temple Mount, explore the path of the good Samaritan and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre during midnight services,” according to the Museum of the Bible. (Museum of the Bible)
Finally, the last act will help guests imagine “the future reality where all creation participates in joyful worship.”
The 6,500-square-foot exhibit is using innovative equipment such as scanning technology, projectors and responsive software to help guests worship as never before, the museum says.
“This virtual reality experience offers an exciting tour of some of the most famous biblical sites,” the museum notes on its website.
“This state-of-the-art attraction allows [visitors] to soar across the Sea of Galilee, climb the stairs to the Temple Mount, explore the path of the good Samaritan and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre during midnight services.”
The museum partnered with CREATR, an on-demand class that gives users access to creative and worship voices in the church, educating them on worship, songwriting, creativity, leadership and more.
The Museum of the Bible is offering free entry to visitors after 3 p.m. during the month of July.(Museum of the Bible)
“The idea of ‘All Creation Sings’ is that often people refer to worship as the 20-25 minutes of the songs being sung at Sunday service, but what we really wanted to do was open people’s eyes to see that worship is far more than that,” said Dylan Thomas, CREATR CEO and co-founder in a statement.
Middle East’s first full-scale AI adoption for national screening marks Lunit’s latest milestone amid rapid expansion of global cancer screening initiatives
SEOUL, South Korea, July 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Lunit, a leading provider of AI-powered solutions for cancer diagnostics and therapeutics, today announced the implementation of its AI-powered breast cancer detection solution, Lunit INSIGHT MMG, in Qatar’s national breast cancer screening program. This marks the first nationwide adoption of AI in a national-level breast screening workflow in the Middle East. The partnership, set for an initial period of five years, demonstrates a long-term commitment to advancing breast cancer screening in Qatar.
Lunit successfully integrated Lunit INSIGHT MMG into the “Screen for Life” program of Qatar’s Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC)
Starting June 2024, Qatar’s Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has integrated Lunit INSIGHT MMG into its “Screen for Life” program, the country’s national breast and bowel cancer screening initiative. The AI solution aims to enhance early detection of breast cancer, potentially reducing missed diagnoses and improving survival rates in Qatar’s triennial screening program.
“Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Qatar, accounting for 32% of all female cancer cases[1],” said Dr. Sheikha Abu Sheikha, Director of Early Detection Programs at PHCC. “To address this, we’re integrating Lunit’s AI as a crucial second opinion for our radiologists. As the first country in the Middle East to implement AI across the entire screening program, we’re reinforcing Qatar’s commitment to high-quality healthcare for women across the country.”
The implementation follows a successful retrospective validation phase that began in March 2023. Satisfied with the performance and added value, two radiologists now read each mammogram while referring to Lunit INSIGHT MMG’s results, improving accuracy and efficiency in the screening process.
Lunit’s success in Qatar is part of a broader trend of the company’s expansion in business-to-government (B2G) cancer screening initiatives worldwide. Notable recent deployments include:
Australia: Supplying Lunit INSIGHT MMG to BreastScreen New South Wales
Sweden: Delivering Lunit INSIGHT MMG to Capio S:t Göran Hospital, marking the first instance where AI replaced one human reader in breast screening
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Providing the Lunit INSIGHT suite to Seha Virtual Hospital, connecting over 150 hospitals
Iceland: Implementing Lunit INSIGHT MMG for national breast screening, the first European country to deploy AI for the entire population
“Our collaboration with Qatar’s PHCC for the ‘Screen for Life’ will equip healthcare providers with a powerful new tool to enhance medical diagnostics,” said Brandon Suh, CEO of Lunit. “As we expand into national screening programs worldwide, we’re enhancing early cancer detection and reshaping preventive care. Each implementation brings us closer to our vision of making AI-assisted cancer screening more accurate and accessible to people around the world, regardless of their location.”
The “Screen for Life” program, implemented by Qatar’s PHCC, is a national initiative offering free breast and bowel cancer screening to eligible residents. This cornerstone of Qatar’s public health strategy aims to promote early detection through education, awareness, and accessible screening services.
About Lunit
Founded in 2013, Lunit is a medical AI company on a mission to conquer cancer. We harness AI-powered medical image analytics and AI biomarkers to ensure accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment for each cancer patient. Our FDA-cleared Lunit INSIGHT suite for cancer screening serves over 3,000 hospitals and medical institutions across 40+ countries.
Our clinical findings are featured in top journals, including the Journal of Clinical Oncology and the Lancet Digital Health, and presented at global conferences such as the ASCO and RSNA.
In 2024, Lunit acquired Volpara Health Technologies, setting the stage for unparalleled synergy and accuracy, particularly in breast health and screening technologies.
Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, with a network of offices worldwide, Lunit leads the global fight against cancer. Discover more at lunit.io.
A Boeing 777X airplane takes off during its first test flight from the company’s plant in Everett, Washington, January 25, 2020.
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FARNBOROUGH, England — Boeing won orders for at least 40 wide-body jetliners from Korean Air, including the yet-to-be-certified 777X jetliner, in a vote of confidence for the struggling manufacturer.
The order, announced at the Farnborough Airshow outside of London, includes 20 777X planes, the largest in Boeing’s commercial jet lineup, and 20 787-10 Dreamliner planes, both long-range jets. The airline can also upsize its order for 10 more of the Dreamliners, the biggest option for that model.
Korean Air CEO Walter Cho said he expected to start receiving the planes later this decade.
The twin-engine 777X is years behind schedule but earlier this month began certification flight tests with the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, a major milestone.
Boeing customers have been grappling with delayed aircraft, in part due to post-Covid supply chain snarls that have hit the aerospace industry, but also related to a safety crisis and manufacturing flaws, particularly after a door plug blow out earlier this year on one of its smaller and bestselling 737 Max planes.
“If I wasn’t assured, I would not have ordered it,” Cho said at a news conference of Korean Air’s order. “I know Boeing will pull through whatever it is they’re going through right now, and I have full confidence in Boeing.”
The airline, a partner of Delta Air Lines, earlier this year also ordered competing Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, the largest of that type.
“Whichever comes first will become our flagship, whoever’s on time,” Cho said.
SHANGHAI, July 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The molecular design strategy and experimental results of Bright Gene’s dual GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist, BGM0504, have been published online in Scientific Reports, a sub-journal of Nature, on July 19, 2024. Bright Gene (Stock Code: 688166.SH) is an innovative pharmaceutical company emerging on the international stage, is focused on developing best-in-class pharmaceuticals to improve patient health globally.
The article, titled “Molecular Dynamics Guided Optimization of BGM0504 Enhances Dual Target Agonism for Combating Diabetes and Obesity”, presents the findings of BGM0504’s development.
BGM0504, an AI-assisted designed dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist, demonstrates superior efficacy in both in vitro and in vivo experiments. Using AI-driven computer simulations, Bright Gene has discovered that optimal interaction between the glutamate residues on both GLP-1R and GIPR and the K20 residue of a peptide agonist provide superior activity. This interaction is a key insight not evident in cryo-EM studies. BGM0504 was designed to preserve the free amino group of the K20 residue by shifting the acylation point to position 40 of BGM0504. This design resulted in a 3-fold increase in agonistic effects on GLP-1R and GIPR, with superior therapeutic outcomes in diabetic and obesity mouse models.
About Bright Gene and BGM0504
Bright Gene (Stock Code: 688166.SH) is an innovative pharmaceutical company focused on developing best-in-class pharmaceuticals. The company integrates APIs and formulations, combining generic and innovative drugs to meet global clinical needs. BGM0504 is a dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist for treating type 2 diabetes, obesity, and NASH, currently in the late stages of Phase II clinical trials.
Reference
Yuan, J., Liu, W., Jiang, X. et al. Molecular dynamics-guided optimization of BGM0504 enhances dual-target agonism for combating diabetes and obesity. Sci Rep 14, 16680 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-66998-8
BEIJING, July 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sohu.com Limited (NASDAQ: SOHU), a leading Chinese online media, video and game business group, will report its second quarter 2024 unaudited financial results on Monday, August 5, 2024, before U.S. market hours.
Sohu’s management team will host a conference call on the same day at 7:30 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time, August 5, 2024 (7:30 p.m.Beijing/Hong Kong time, August 5, 2024) following the quarterly results announcement.
Conference Call Preregistration
Participants can register for the conference call by click here, you will be led to the conference registration website. Upon registration, each participant will receive details for the conference call, including dial-in numbers and a unique access PIN. Please dial in 10 minutes before the call is scheduled to begin.
The live webcast and archive of the conference call will be available on the Investor Relations section of Sohu’s website at https://investors.sohu.com/.
About Sohu
Sohu.com Limited (NASDAQ: SOHU) was established by Dr. Charles Zhang, one of China’s internet pioneers, in the 1990s. As a mainstream media platform in China, Sohu is indispensable to the daily life of millions of Chinese, providing a network of web properties and community based products which continually offer a broad array of choices regarding information, entertainment and communication to the vast number of Sohu users. Sohu has built one of the most comprehensive matrices of Chinese language web properties, consisting of the leading online media destinations Sohu News App, Sohu Video App, the mobile news portal m.sohu.com, the PC portal www.sohu.com, and the online video website tv.sohu.com; and the online games platform www.changyou.com/en/.
Sohu provides online brand advertising services as well as multiple news, information and content services on its matrix of websites and also on its mobile platforms. Sohu’s online game business, conducted by its subsidiary Changyou, develops and operates a diverse portfolio of PC and mobile games, such as the well-known Tian Long Ba Bu (“TLBB”) PC and Legacy TLBB Mobile.
The summer travel season is in full swing and we are ready to pack our bags. Whether you’re hopping a plane and leaving the country or simply driving to your favorite campsite for the weekend, you need the right luggage. And that’s where this crossbody comes in handy — and at a very reasonable price.
I recently embarked on an adventure across Italy, where I was able to test what shoppers have called “the perfect solution” for on-the-go storage: the Waterfly Crossbody Sling Backpack. And readers, I’m here to say that this bag is indeed ideal for day-tripping through theme parks, tourist hotspots and so much more. Right now, you can get Amazon’s No. 1 bestselling super sling for as low as $24.
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Snag this bag in 20 different colors, from neutral black to pastel purple to neon yellow.
Right now, you can score this travel buddy for $24, down from $35 (don’t miss the on-page coupon), and I can assure you that it’s more than worth it. It’s available in 20 colors, but we also haven’t seen this crossbody marked down any lower since January. (Note that prices vary by color.) Now’s the time to grab one at a savings if you’re getting ready to hit the road.
Why do I need this? 🤔
This crossbody backpack was the only “purse” I brought on our whirlwind trip through Italy — including Rome, Cinque Terre, Florence and Pompeii — and it held up incredibly through our 10-day adventure. That’s no small feat: It was fairly drizzly most of the time we were there, and on certain days, we walked 20,000 steps or more. The bag not only had to stand up to wet conditions, but the rigors of heavy use: me constantly putting it on and taking it off, adjusting the strap and opening it multiple times a day. I also had to carry enough items to get me through up to 12 hours of sightseeing.
And folks: It performed marvelously.
Whether it’s used as a fanny pack or a shoulder sling, this bag is more than ready for a day of sightseeing. (Carrie McCabe for Yahoo/Amazon)
The real value here: The level of organization and storage space afforded by such a deceptively sleek, compact bag. There are a ton of compartments: a larger main zipper compartment, a slide-in pocket that clips shut with the bag, a small zipper compartment on the front, two side mesh water bottle holders, a small zipped pocket on the strap and more. With all of these, I was able to stay prepared for anything. Some days I was able to fit a travel umbrella, reusable water bottle, wallet, passport, guidebook (thanks, Rick Steves), snacks, sunglasses, shawl, Kindle, external battery and extra cords, earbuds, iPhone, toiletries and medications, selfie stick and even more. Phew! That’s a wild amount considering the bag isn’t exactly massive at 15 by 7 by 3.5 inches.
Oh, yeah: It was comfortable. The shoulder strap is well-padded, but if your shoulder ever gets tired, the bag converts into a fanny pack (it’s not necessarily made to do this, but it works perfectly well). It also washes easily — my trusty Sugar-Free Red Bull spilled in one of the pockets, but I simply rinsed out the bag at our hotel and let it air dry, and it was totally fine by the next day.
The Waterfly crossbody bag kept all my travel essentials in check and easy to access while I explored the Roman ruins. (Amazon/Carrie McCabe for Yahoo)
What reviewers say 💬
Over 30,000 Amazon reviewers have also given the Waterfly Crossbody Sling Backpack a travel-ready five-star rating, with many highlighting its size, compartments and lack of bulk.
Pros 👍
“I bought this bag for a trip to Universal Orlando with my son for his 11th birthday. This bag was perfect!” raved one shopper. “It held everything we needed: snacks, ponchos, sunscreen, hand sanitizer, wipes, and even water bottles (I used 9-ounce S’Well bottles, which I highly recommend). I even put a pair of plastic Birkenstocks one day for the water rides. The pouch on the strap fit my iPhone 15 Pro as well as my sunglasses.”
One Disneyphile shared: “Based off of multiple positive recommendations from various Disney blogs and discussion boards, I bought this for my trip to Disneyland. It was truly the perfect size, with just enough storage to hold everything I needed it to hold. … You can easily slip it on and off; with a quick change of the clips, you can switch which shoulder it’s on. You can wear it across your front or your back. It’s sturdy and keeps the contents inside dry in the rain or on a wet ride at a park. … I highly recommend this pack, and that is from someone who also owns other day packs from Osprey and Camelback.”
“As a frequent traveler, especially now in retirement, finding the perfect bag for my needs has been a priority,” wrote another fan. “This backpack is impeccably designed, striking the right balance between size and functionality. … It’s a reliable travel companion, making organization and accessibility a breeze.”
Cons 👎
One Disney dad gave the bag a five-star rating but noted some areas where even this fan favorite could be improved: “One: Add a flap, latch, elastic strap or something similar on those outside mesh pouches so that nothing can fall out. Two: Add a second clip (like the one for keys), buried in the ‘roof’ of the main pouch or elsewhere so I can clip an Apple AirTag to it.”
Another shopper wrote: “Is a great purse for traveling. My only wish is that the phone pocket on the strap could adjust its position.”
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The Waterfly has a ton of compartments, including a front zipper pocket, a mesh water bottle holder and a shoulder strap phone pocket.
Boeing’s Stephanie Pope gives a press conference at the Paris Le Bourget Airport, on June 20, 2023.
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LONDON — Boeing‘s output of 737 Max planes is showing signs of improvement, the new head of its commercial unit said ahead of a major air show on Sunday, while admitting that the manufacturer has “disappointed” customers with delayed planes.
Boeing is trying to get past several safety and manufacturing crises, including the midair door plug blow out in January, which have slowed deliveries of planes to airlines and prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to increase its oversight of the storied manufacturer.
Stephanie Pope, in her first press conference since taking over the key role at the troubled aircraft manufacturer in March, reiterated that Boeing has committed to increasing production of the Max to 38 a month. Production slipped into the mid-20s per month in the first half of the year, analysts have said.
Pope said Boeing is on the right path to improving its manufacturing quality, safety and predictability of deliveries, a “transformational change” that she said will take years.
“It still doesn’t take away the reality that we’ve disappointed” our customers, she said at a press conference before the Farnborough Airshow, outside of London. “We’ve impacted their business and we haven’t met the commitments and lived up to being the partner that they expect and they need us to be.”
Boeing has unveiled a host of goals aimed at getting it back on the right path, like improving worker training and manufacturing processes, among others. In the spring it delivered an improvement plan to the FAA that the agency ordered after the blowout in January.
“This plan is not a three month plan,” said Pope. “I call it transformational because some of these actions will take years.”
As part of the leadership shakeup that promoted Pope to head the commercial unit, Boeing’s CEO Dave Calhoun said he would step down by year’s end.
When asked whether she was interested in the role, Pope said she is focused on the commercial unit’s recovery.
“That is my priority,” she said.
Boeing’s problems aren’t limited to its commercial program, however. Its defense unit has also been grappling with delays, including of the money-losing and delayed modification of two Boeing 747s that will serve as the next two Air Force One aircraft.
Boeing 737 MAX aircraft are assembled at the company’s plant in Renton, Washington, U.S. June 25, 2024.
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The CEO of that unit, Ted Colbert, said Boeing continues “to fight through some of the challenges that really stemmed from challenges in the supply chain.”
Boeing reports quarterly results on July 31 and is set to report charges from that unit, Colbert said at the same press conference.
