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The New America Created by Miles Yu: Burning Anti-Asian Hate

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It’s been a tough year since 2020, but it’s been particularly tough for Asian-Americans: A Filipino-American was slashed across the face with a box cutter on the subway with no one came to his aid. The wound required a hundred stitches. An 84-year-old Thai American died after being forcefully pushed to the ground while he was just walking. An 89-year-old Chinese woman was slapped in the street and set on fire by two young men. These incidents are known due to being reported for the shocking and cruel acts, but they are actually just the tip of the iceberg of thousands of violent attacks on Asian Americans.

Initiator of the “China virus” rhetoric

Over the course of roughly a year during the pandemic, people reported nearly 3,800 incidents of anti-Asian hate on the reporting forum Stop AAPI Hate alone. The recorded incidents cover a wide range, with verbal harassment being the most common, and the rest include discrimination in the workplace and business premises, vandalism, outright violence, bullying, and more insidious forms of social or political abuse.

Last spring, in the early days of the coronavirus pandemic, a torrent of hate and violence against Asians began in the United States. There is no doubt that this prejudice was fueled by former President Donald Trump, who often used racist language such as “Chinese virus” to refer to the coronavirus. Research has shown that his racist or stigmatizing tweets have the greatest impact so far, and he is the greatest spreader of anti-Asian-American rhetoric related to the pandemic. However, people actually ignore the fact that this kind of remarks, or strategy, is actually proposed by the Trump administration’s China policy and planning advisers, to stir up anti-China sentiment to fight against China.

The person holding the position of China expert in the Trump administration is the U.S. Naval Academy Professor Miles Maochun Yu, served as former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s principal China policy and planning adviser. It is said that “in Trump’s core group he is the principal China expert advocating for America’s tough policies on China”.

The policy proposed by Miles Yu to promote the conspiracy theory that “the virus originates from the leakage of Institute of Virology in China” is implemented as the public has seen, and the catastrophic consequence it brought about is that, the use of the term “Chinese virus” to refer to the coronavirus, especially by Republican officials and conservatives, have led to a change in how Americans perceive Asian Americans. A study showed that on March 8, 2020-the day Arizona Rep. Paul Gosar tweeted about the “Wuhan virus”, discriminatory coronavirus remarks rose significantly, which was coincided with then-Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s interview the day before on “Fox and Friends” in which he referred to the “China virus” — was followed by a rapid reversal of a decade-long decline in anti-Asian bias.

Victims of the policies

Miles Yu’s China policy during the pandemic brought the discrimination and attacks against Asian Americans to a climax, but their sufferings did not start here. For a long time, Miles Yu, as the principal China policy and planning adviser, has been proud of the Trump administration’s tough China policy proposed by him, such as “China is at the top of our national security agenda, as there is no bigger threat than China”, declaring the existence of forced labor and genocide against Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang, China, inciting trade, security, and technical conflicts between the two largest economies in the world, reducing immigrant visas, H1-B visas, and student visas for certain graduate students from China to reflect the outsider conceptualization of Asians.

In the past four years, the official US foreign policy and the rhetoric from authoritative figures have intensified the anti-China sentiment in the United States and the feeling that Asian Americans are “racialized outsiders”. Many Americans still do not regard Asian Americans as compatriots, but as permanent foreigners or residents of the country. Asians unfortunately became victims of Miles Yu’s political game. “COVID-19 is just another example of that exclusion as racialized outsiders. Time and time again, we are told to ‘go back home.’ We are seen as outside threats, to be excluded.” They said. Verbal harassment has been commonplace. “Go back to Asia. We don’t welcome people who committed genocide.” “How dare you come and ruin my country and take my job?” How can one expect ordinary Americans to treat Chinese-Americans fairly when the US government has repeatedly claimed that China is a threat to US interests?

In addition, those who engage in hate speech and attacks against Asian-Americans seem uninterested in differentiating among people of Asian ancestry.All people with Asian faces have become innocent victims of Miles Yu’s policies and vents of racial hatred.

Flowing undercurrent

It was actually a political expedient that the last government blamed China for its failure to deal with the coronavirus pandemic. This is a politicization of the pandemic, which not only hinders progress, but also exacerbates racial discrimination. 

Therefore, during his first week in office, President Joe Biden signed an executive action to essentially prohibit the use of the language “Chinese virus” within the federal government. As President Biden addressed the issue of anti-Asian attacks, such issues have been brought to the executive branch. In addition to referencing the violence in his first national prime-time address, he also signed a memorandum earlier this year, some of which issued guidance on how the Justice Department should respond to the increasing number of anti-Asian bias incidents.

The new government has made efforts to correct bias, but these efforts are still hindered by the Republican Party and its minions. Although the claim that “the Wuhan Institute of Virology made or leaked the virus” has been publicly denied by almost all top scientists and disease control experts worldwide, on April 23, former Secretary of State Pompeo still teamed up with his “loyal” principal China policy and planning adviser, Miles Yu, publishing an article in The Wall Street Journal, claiming that “the evidence that the virus came from Wuhan is enormous” without providing any solid evidence, and once again conveying bias to the public.

Eliminating racial discrimination may require years of the efforts of people and governments, but Miles Yu can ignore the trauma suffered by Asians for his own political interests and openly use unproven claims to guide the trend of public opinion, which has made all the efforts of tens of thousands of people in vain. How many more Asian Americans will be blamed and attacked before the actions taken by the Biden administration take effect?

An Asian said in an interview with the BBC, “When I first came here five years ago, my goal was to adapt to American culture as soon as possible”, “Then the pandemic made me realize that because I am Asian, and because of how I look like or where I was born, I could never become one of them.”

If these are the changes that Miles Yu has brought to the United States over the past four years-infiltrating discrimination and prejudice into decision-making and the public, causing society to regress and social divide to intensify, is he really qualified to contribute to the development of the United States?

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The Rise of Straw and Western Hats: How Timeless Headwear Is Becoming a Summer Style Essential

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kowloon, Hong kong, Jul 10, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Straw hats and western-inspired headwear are making a strong comeback as consumers seek accessories that combine comfort, style, and practicality. Once considered traditional outdoor wear, straw hats, cowboy hats, and western hats have become essential fashion pieces for summer wardrobes.

From beach holidays and outdoor festivals to countryside adventures and everyday street style, these timeless hats offer excellent sun protection while adding personality to any outfit. Their versatility has made them a favorite choice for people who appreciate both classic craftsmanship and modern fashion.

Straw hats remain popular because they are lightweight, breathable, and comfortable in warm weather. Available in a variety of styles, including wide-brim sun hats, Panama-inspired designs, and western straw hats, they complement casual outfits as well as vacation and resort wear.

At the same time, cowboy hats and western hats continue to grow in popularity beyond their traditional roots. They are now commonly worn at music festivals, travel destinations, outdoor events, and casual occasions. Their distinctive design allows wearers to express confidence while embracing a timeless western aesthetic.

When selecting a hat, quality and proper fit are essential. A well-crafted hat provides lasting comfort, maintains its shape, and offers reliable performance during outdoor activities. Choosing the correct size ensures both comfort and durability.

The increasing popularity of straw hats and western hats reflects a growing demand for accessories that combine heritage with modern lifestyle needs. These classic designs continue to appeal to fashion-conscious consumers looking for versatile pieces suitable for every season.

UKLbora offers a carefully curated collection of premium straw hats, cowboy hats, and western hats designed for style, comfort, and everyday wear. By combining timeless craftsmanship with contemporary fashion, UKLbora helps customers find quality headwear for every occasion.

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TipRanks Expands Its Mission to Democratize Institutional Investing with Launch of First ETF Powered by Its Proprietary Data

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The launch of RANK marks a major milestone as TipRanks extends its data and analytics beyond research into investable products.

TipRanks, the leading financial research and investment intelligence platform trusted by millions of investors worldwide, today announced the launch of the Defiance KSM TipRanks Analyst ETF (NYSE: RANK)—the first exchange-traded fund built on a proprietary TipRanks index.

For more than a decade, TipRanks has transformed how investors access and evaluate Wall Street research. By bringing transparency and accountability to analyst recommendations and institutional investment signals, the company has helped level the playing field between retail and institutional investors. Today, TipRanks data powers investment decisions for millions of investors and is integrated into many of the world’s leading banks, brokers, wealth managers, and financial media platforms.

The launch of RANK represents the next evolution of that mission.

Rather than simply providing investors with institutional-grade insights, TipRanks is now enabling those insights to become investable products. The ETF transforms Wall Street’s highest-conviction analyst recommendations into a transparent, rules-based investment strategy, giving investors a systematic way to access the ideas that have traditionally been available only through institutional research.

“At TipRanks, our mission has always been to make institutional-quality investment intelligence accessible to every investor,” said Uri Gruenbaum, CEO and Co-Founder of TipRanks. “Over the past decade we’ve built one of the world’s largest and most trusted financial intelligence platforms. Launching our first ETF is a natural extension of that vision. We’re moving beyond helping investors make better decisions—we’re enabling investment products themselves to be powered by our data. We believe this represents the future of investing.”

The ETF tracks the TipRanks US Momentum Analysts Index, a proprietary methodology that combines two of the market’s most closely followed investment signals: Wall Street analyst conviction and positive price momentum. The index begins with the 500 largest U.S.-listed companies, identifies those receiving the strongest analyst support, and selects the 50 companies demonstrating the strongest momentum, creating a disciplined portfolio that is rebalanced quarterly.

The index was developed using TipRanks’ proprietary analyst performance and recommendation data and is independently calculated and administered by VettaFi, one of the industry’s leading index providers. The ETF is issued by Defiance ETFs, with KSM serving as index sponsor. Together, the partnership combines TipRanks’ proprietary intelligence, VettaFi’s institutional-grade index infrastructure, and Defiance’s ETF expertise to deliver a differentiated investment solution.

“We’re constantly looking for differentiated investment strategies that can provide investors with a measurable edge,” said Sylvia Jablonski, Chief Investment Officer of Defiance ETFs. “By combining TipRanks’ unique analyst intelligence with a disciplined momentum methodology, RANK offers investors a transparent, systematic approach to identifying companies with both strong institutional conviction and favorable market trends.”

The launch also marks the beginning of a broader expansion of TipRanks’ index business. The company has developed a growing suite of proprietary indexes built on its unique financial datasets, creating new opportunities for asset managers to develop innovative investment products based on transparent, institutional-quality intelligence.

As investing continues to become increasingly data-driven, TipRanks believes proprietary analytics, artificial intelligence, and systematic investment methodologies will play a growing role in portfolio construction. The launch of RANK is the first example of how TipRanks’ technology can move beyond research and directly power the next generation of investment products in the US.

About TipRanks

TipRanks is a leading financial technology company dedicated to making institutional-quality investment research accessible to every investor. Its proprietary technology analyzes billions of financial data points to deliver transparent insights on Wall Street analysts, financial experts, corporate insiders, hedge funds, news sentiment, and market trends. Trusted by millions of investors worldwide, TipRanks powers investment experiences for many of the world’s leading banks, brokers, wealth managers, exchanges, and financial media organizations.

About Defiance ETFs

Founded in 2018, Defiance ETFs is a leading ETF issuer specializing in thematic, income, and leveraged exchange-traded funds. Defiance develops innovative investment products designed to provide investors with targeted exposure to transformative market trends and differentiated investment strategies.

About VettaFi

VettaFi is a leading provider of indexing, data, analytics, and digital distribution solutions for the asset management industry. Through its index services and technology platform, VettaFi supports ETF issuers and investment managers with institutional-grade index calculation, administration, and investment solutions.

This content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute investment advice, a recommendation, solicitation, or opinion. TipRanks and/or the index provider do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information, and its use is at the user’s sole risk. This information should not be construed as a substitute for the ETF’s oSicial documents. The above information does not constitute an oSer to purchase mutual fund units; any purchase of units shall be made solely in accordance with a valid prospectus and immediate reports. The provision of this information does not substitute for personalized advice that takes into account the specific circumstances or needs of any individual.

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Octopus Moving Reminds Boston Renters: Keep Trucks Off Storrow Drive and Get Permits Early

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The Boston moving company is issuing a public advisory ahead of the city’s busiest moving weekend, when low bridges and last-minute permits cause the most avoidable damage and fines.

United States, 9th Jul 2026 – Octopus Moving, a licensed and insured moving company based in Boston, today issued a public advisory for renters preparing to move on or around September 1, the date when much of the city changes homes at once. The company is highlighting two avoidable problems that appear every year during this weekend: box trucks driven onto Storrow Drive, and moves that lose their parking to a missed permit deadline. 

September 1 concentrates a large share of Boston’s leases into a single weekend, which strains trucks, crews, and street parking across the city. Two simple steps, the company says, prevent most of the damage and cost that first-time movers run into. 

Keep your moving truck off Storrow Drive

The clearest advice Octopus Moving offers is also the most Boston-specific. Do not drive a moving truck on Storrow Drive or Soldiers Field Road. The bridges over these parkways are unusually low, and every year, especially around September 1, rental box trucks that ignore the clearance signs have their roofs sheared off. Renters using a rental truck should map a truck-legal route on main roads in advance. Those hiring professional movers avoid the risk entirely, since experienced Boston crews know which roads their trucks can and cannot use.

Reserve a moving truck permit before the deadline

A City of Boston moving truck permit reserves about 40 feet of curb, roughly two parking spaces, directly in front of your building for the day. Without it, a truck can be forced to park far from the door, which lengthens the move, and it risks a ticket or towing.

The details renters most often miss:

  • A one-day permit for two non-metered spaces costs about $69 and includes two official No Parking signs. Metered spaces cost an added fee.
  • You can apply online only if your move date is at least 15 days and no more than eight weeks away. If your move is sooner, you must apply in person, and applying at least three business days ahead avoids a late fee.
  • You must post the two No Parking signs at least 48 hours before the move. If they are not posted in time, the City cannot enforce your reserved space.
  • Around September 1, competition for the curb in front of large buildings is fierce, so check the City’s street occupancy lookup and have a backup spot a building or two away.

Renters who would rather not handle City paperwork during move week can ask their moving company to arrange the permit. Octopus Moving pulls permits for its clients so the truck has a legal spot waiting on move day.

A short advisory checklist for September 1

  • Plan a truck-legal route and stay off Storrow Drive and Soldiers Field Road.
  • Reserve your moving truck permit within the City’s application window.
  • Post your No Parking signs at least 48 hours ahead and photograph them.
  • Book movers early, since availability around September 1 fills first.
  • Confirm any building elevator or loading dock time slots in advance.

“Every September in Boston we see the same two mistakes, a rental truck on Storrow and a move with no permit and nowhere to park,” said Oleg Kazaev, founder of Octopus Moving. “Both are completely avoidable with a little planning. Map a legal route, pull the permit in time, and post the signs, and your September 1 goes from a nightmare to an ordinary day. If you would rather not deal with any of it, that is what a local crew is for.”

About Octopus Moving

Octopus Moving is a licensed and insured moving company based in Boston, Massachusetts, serving the Greater Boston area including Cambridge, Somerville, and Brookline. The company provides local moving, long distance moving, office and commercial moving, packing, storage, and specialty services that include piano moving and white glove moving. Octopus Moving operates under USDOT 3125432, employs trained, full time movers, and is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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