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A new survey of South Korean firms finds business sentiment improving, driven mainly by the semiconductor and cosmetics sectors, yet roughly six in ten companies still reported earnings falling short of expectations. The figures suggest optimism about chips and beauty exports is masking broader weakness across the rest of the corporate economy.
- 2Colorado highway project cuts wildlife collisions by 91%●CDOT I-25 South Gap projects reduce wildlife collisions by 91%
Colorado Department of Transportation reports that its I-25 South Gap improvement projects, between Colorado Springs and the Monument Hill area, have cut wildlife-vehicle collisions by 91%. The projects included fencing and wildlife crossings to keep animals off the highway. The figure highlights the effectiveness of such infrastructure for both driver safety and wildlife protection.
- 3Hong Kong and China urged to improve property market transparency●The View | Why Hong Kong and mainland China must not ignore property market transparency
A South China Morning Post commentary argues that Hong Kong and mainland China cannot afford to ignore the need for greater transparency in their property markets. The piece suggests opaque market practices carry risks for buyers, investors and the wider economy, and that both governments should address disclosure and information gaps in the housing sector.
- 4South Korea split on third-quarter outlook as chips lift forecasts▼South Korea splits on 3Q outlook as chips lift forecasts, others slide - CHOSUNBIZ
Analysts in South Korea are divided over the third-quarter earnings outlook, with the semiconductor sector's strength lifting forecasts while most other industries are expected to slide. ChosunBiz reports the gap between chipmakers and the rest of the economy is widening, leaving market watchers split on where overall corporate results are heading this quarter.
- 5NSW launches new service to support sexual assault victims seeking justice▼Shannon felt a 'sense of doom' as she sought justice for sexual assault. A new NSW program hopes to alleviate that https
A woman named Shannon has described feeling a 'sense of doom' while pursuing justice after a sexual assault, in comments tied to the launch of a new NSW service for victim-survivors. The program in New South Wales, Australia, aims to ease the trauma of navigating the justice system. The Guardian's report has drawn attention to gaps in support for survivors.
- 6South Carolina child care vouchers run out, leaving families priced out●Child care is unaffordable to thousands across SC as federally supplemented vouchers run out
Thousands of South Carolina families are losing access to child care as federally supplemented vouchers are exhausted, leaving many unable to afford care costs on their own. The Post and Courier reports that with the subsidy funds spent, parents may have to reduce work hours or leave jobs entirely, while providers worry about falling enrollment. Advocates are calling attention to the widening gap between wages and child care prices across the state.
- 7Joy and Justice Tour wraps up in Columbia▼Joy and Justice Tour ends in Columbia with focus on health, basic needs of Black girls, women
The Joy and Justice Tour has concluded in Columbia, South Carolina, with events centred on the health and basic needs of Black girls and women. Organisers used the tour's final stop to highlight gaps in access to healthcare and essential services, drawing local attention to the wellbeing of Black women and girls and the community support available to them.