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Jeremy Allen White Shares His Love for Rosalía in a Rare Comment on His Ex
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Jeremy Allen White Shares His Love for Rosalía in a Rare Comment on His Ex

Jeremy Allen White is proudly sharing his love for Rosalía one year after their split. The Bear star, 34, was not shy about shouting out the musician, 33, in a red carpet interview with Los 40 published on social media Tuesday, Oct. 7. When asked who his favorite Spanish artist is, White said, "Rosalía, I love so much." He went on to say about his ex, "She's wonderful. She's flamenco... Otherwise, no, nothing's coming to mind." The pair were first romantically linked together in October 2023 when TMZ caught them together at a farmer's market. For the outing, White wore a green khaki cardigan with baggy black joggers, as Rosalía wore a blue tie-dye hoodie and white shorts. A month later, they were photographed by TMZ again, this time in a parking lot in L.A. Photos obtained by the outlet showed the two talking with White’s feet crossed in between Rosalía’s legs. In December 2023, the two were seen together again, holding hands, and were spotted outside a restaurant weeks later. Days after White won the 2024 Golden Globes for best performance by a male actor in a musical or comedy, he and Rosalía were seen kissing on an L.A. street after a date night. Their last outing together appeared to be in July 2024, when Rosalía joined the dad of two at a Mr. Beef pop-up event in Los Angeles to celebrate the season 3 premiere of The Bear. Rosalía dressed up for the occasion, wearing a black off-the-shoulder top with a long white bubble skirt. White, meanwhile, wore white pants and a cutoff gray shirt. The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now! While it is unclear exactly when White and the “Motomami” hitmaker went their separate ways, White seemed to have moved on by September 2024, when he was spotted kissing his The Bear costar Molly Gordon, 29. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. "There were set rumors early on that they had intense chemistry even when not filming," a source told PEOPLE in late September 2024 of White and Gordon, whose characters on The Bear are also love interests. "They didn't start hanging out romantically until a few weeks ago though." The Bear season 4 is currently streaming on Hulu.

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Crypto race to tokenize stocks raises investor protection flags
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Crypto race to tokenize stocks raises investor protection flags

NEW YORK/PARIS :A race by crypto companies to sell tokens pegged to stocks is raising alarm bells among traditional financial firms and regulatory experts who warn that the fast-growing novel products pose risks to investors and market stability. Buoyed by President Donald Trump's pro-crypto stance and his administration's push for friendly regulations, the crypto industry is rushing to capitalize on a global surge in enthusiasm for the sector. Robinhood, Gemini and Kraken among others have launched tokenized stocks in Europe, while Coinbase, Robinhood and startup Dinari are seeking approval to launch similar products in the United States. Nasdaq, meanwhile, last month became the first major exchange to propose offering tokenized shares. The industry says tokenized shares — blockchain-based instruments that track traditional equities — could revolutionize stock markets by allowing shares to be traded 24/7 and settled instantly, boosting liquidity and reducing transaction costs. The combined value of tokenized public stocks geared toward retail investors as of September grew to $412 million, compared with just a few million dollars 12 months ago, according to tokenization tracker RWA.xyz. Although many products are marketed like stocks, they rarely offer the same rights, disclosures and protections as traditional equities. Instead, they more closely resemble riskier derivatives, according to a Reuters review of several products and interviews with a dozen industry executives and legal experts. That increases the hazards for investors, while tokenization more broadly could undermine market integrity and fragment liquidity if left unsupervised, critics say. "You're buying exposures to those shares through creating some sort of synthetic instrument," said Diego Ballon Ossio, a partner at law firm Clifford Chance in London. "A lot of the burden gets shifted on you to understand what exactly it is that you're buying." A few companies have issued their own experimental stock tokens on the blockchain - software that acts as a shared digital ledger - but most tokenized shares are pegged to public companies and issued by third parties like Ondo Global Markets and Dinari. Some tokens are backed 1:1 by underlying stocks, while others provide economic exposure through derivatives. The industry is divided over which regulations apply to stock tokens, and investor rights and protections vary. Often, the products provide no ownership, voting rights or traditional dividends, while creating counterparty risk exposure to the token issuer. For example, there are multiple tokens pegged to Nvidia and Tesla with a range of structures and terms and conditions. "The fact that different tokenized offerings have different rights and different disclosures ... that's a real big worry," said Gabriel Otte, CEO of Dinari, which offers 1:1 collateralization. Robinhood in June launched trading in tokens pegged to public companies and said it plans to offer tokenized stocks of private companies. To promote the launch, it gave away tokens pegged to OpenAI. Those tokens are derivative contracts backed by Robinhood's ownership of fund units in a special-purpose vehicle that holds OpenAI convertible notes, according to its terms and conditions. The announcement drew pushback from OpenAI, which said it had not blessed the offering. It also prompted scrutiny from Robinhood's European regulator. Johann Kerbrat, general manager of Robinhood Crypto, said the company clearly flags that its tokens are derivatives. "It's just one step forward to be able to have the benefits of no longer having multiple days to settle," he added. While Robinhood is issuing public company tokens on the blockchain, it is not yet settling the trades on the blockchain, a spokesperson said. Gemini declined to comment. CORE INVESTOR PROTECTIONS In Europe, Robinhood, Kraken and others operate under the "MiFID" derivatives rules but some legal experts say that law is insufficient to oversee the novel products. Trump's crypto-friendly chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Paul Atkins, has indicated the agency plans to grant would-be issuers exemptions from securities rules. That plan is facing opposition from powerful Wall Street players including Citadel Securities and the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, which say such major structural changes should go through a formal rulemaking process. "Just because a security is represented on blockchain, that doesn't change the core investor protections and other provisions that apply to securities," said Peter Ryan, head of international capital markets at SIFMA. In a July letter to the SEC, Citadel Securities raised concerns that tokenization would siphon liquidity away from public markets. Spokespeople for the SEC declined to comment, while Citadel Securities did not provide comment beyond the letter. A spokesperson for the European Securities and Markets Authority, which helps oversee MiFID, said it was aware of the potential risks of tokenization and was monitoring developments. The World Federation of Exchanges recently urged regulators to crack down on tokenization, citing insufficient investor protections and liquidity fragmentation, although the group told Reuters it supports Nasdaq's proposal because it would treat tokens like traditional stocks. Coinbase is also in talks with the SEC about launching tokenized securities that would similarly grant investors the full legal rights and benefits associated with conventional stocks, according to a source familiar with the matter. Other issuers said they hew closely to traditional securities, anti-money laundering, bankruptcy protections and other rules. Mark Greenberg, Kraken's global head of consumer, said the company offered the "gold standard" including 1:1 collateralization and investor disclosures, while dismissing derivative offerings as "IOUs." "Done right, tokenization enhances investor protections, rather than eroding them," said Ian De Bode, chief strategy officer at Ondo Finance.

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Huge recognition of the work of local solicitor - Kilkenny Live
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Huge recognition of the work of local solicitor - Kilkenny Live

A local woman has been selected in The Legal 500 GC Powerlist Ireland for 2025. Elaine Breen, who hails from Tinnakilly, Rosbercon, is the Head of Legal, Risk and Compliance for INDOS Financial (Ireland) Depositary Limited (INDOS), a JTC Group Company, regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. The GC Powerlist highlights the very best general counsels and senior in-house legal counsels in Ireland following a comprehensive research process conducted over many months. TAP HERE FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS “I am grateful to be included in The Legal 500’s Irish GC Powerlist for 2025," Ms Breen said. "JTC Group is committed to continually enhancing its services in Ireland, and this recognition is a testament to our team’s dedication and ongoing progress in delivering high-quality professional services in such a prominent jurisdiction. "Being named to this distinguished group also offers valuable opportunities to connect with fellow professionals, share insights, and discover best practices to better serve our clients. I am looking forward to developing new and innovative approaches as the industry continues to expand and evolve.” CLICK HERE FOR CRIME UPDATES AND KILKENNY COURT REPORTS “It was a thoroughly enjoyable evening hosted in the offices of Matheson LLP and celebrating with fellow recipients.” Elaine is a practicing Solicitor with the Law Society of Ireland. She is also a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales under the Solicitors Regulation Authority. In addition to her current role with INDOS, she is the Chair of the Board of Management for her former secondary school in Rosbercon since 2022 and is currently undertaking a Doctorate in Law. She volunteers as an assessor for the Good Governance Awards for the not-for-profit sector and has also been an active member of the judging panel for various career awards such as Early Irish Career Awards and the Global Women in Compliance Awards.

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Gardeners urged to plant their bulbs at night this October — here's why
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Gardeners urged to plant their bulbs at night this October — here's why

During the colder months of the year gardens become lower maintenance, but there are important tasks you need to carry out to protect your garden from the chill. From 5 easy ways to prepare your lawn for winter to working out which plants need protecting from frost, there's a few things you need to do to get your garden winter ready. And it's also the ideal time to plant bulbs for the spring. But, amidst the advice circulating online, one expert has an unusual tip: plant by moonlight. Why? Well, Luke Newnes, gardening expert and member of the Interior Squad at Hillarys, says using the moon, especially the Harvest Moon, is a great ritual event that marks the time before the frost and a perfect time to do some gardening. So, while the soil is still a little warm, it's time to plant those bulbs and get ready to reap the rewards when spring... springs back around. Here's everything you need to know about harnessing the moonlight for your planting. Why gardeners should experiment with midnight planting While Luke explains that moonlight planting is "a moment to pause, reflect and sow hope for the seasons ahead", there's also some very practical reasons for why nighttime is a great opportunity to plant those bulbs ready for spring. Specifically, Luke reveals: "Cooler evenings mean less evaporation, and the soil is still warm enough to encourage root growth." And you don't just have to be planting bulbs to take advantage of this time of year, you could also harvest late crops, prep your soil for the winter, or enjoy your garden in the quiet of night. Fortunately, it's quite likely you'll be capturing the moonlight hours if you're an avid gardener that keeps on top of the maintenance throughout the week. As the nights are getting longer, if you're home late or even not that late from work, you've still got a chance to head into the garden and, as Luke suggests, utilize a perfect time to do so. But, as Luke also explains, it's the Harvest Moon of October that marks the truly ideal time to plant bulbs. Leaving it much deeper into winter and doing your planting at night, well, you may have missed your opportunity. As I've recently moved home, I'm currently envisioning what I want my garden to look like when spring arrives and planning what to plant ready for next year. And honestly, I quite like the idea of getting out into the garden in the quiet of night and preparing the space, especially since trying to do so with two small kids round my feet is pretty tricky. Though I might have to go armed with a head torch. Expert tips for planting this October As you ready your gardening tools to plant bulbs in the moonlight and prep your garden ready for spring, Luke has some additional useful tips to share: Choose hardy varieties like daffodils, crocuses, and hyacinths for reliable spring colorPlant in clusters for a natural look and stronger visual impactUse the moonlight to guide your layoutPrep your soil with compost or leaf mold to give bulbs a nutrient-rich startMark your spots with decorative stakes or lanterns so you remember where you've planted Using decorative stakes or lanterns is a genius idea, as I always forget exactly where I've planted bulbs when my withered little sticks blow away or disintegrate in the cold weather. Plus, you've plenty of reasons to use them to mark the festive season and to light up your garden for the longer, dark nights. Maybe I won't need the head torch after all. More from Tom's Guide This expert hack easily removes rust from your garden tools — and it costs less than $17 clever ways to store garden tools and save spaceI tried this $23 garden tool to rid my patio of weeds — and it's super handy

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Tomahawk missile supplies to Kiev, if approved by US, would take months — The Telegraph
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Tomahawk missile supplies to Kiev, if approved by US, would take months — The Telegraph

LONDON, October 8. /TASS/. The delivery of Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, if approved by Washington, could take several months, and Kiev might still be left without authorization to use them, the British newspaper The Telegraph wrote. The publication noted that there is no certainty in Ukraine that these missiles will actually be transferred to them. Yegor Chernev, Deputy Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, reportedly expects any range of actions from US President Donald Trump regarding the missiles, from a complete refusal to supply them to a gradual transfer of Tomahawks. Trump said on October 6, in response to a question about the possibility of Tomahawk supplies to Kiev, that he did not seek a further escalation of the Ukraine conflict. The US leader noted that he had "sort of made a decision" on Tomahawk deliveries but provided no details. Russian President Vladimir Putin pointed out at the plenary session of the Valdai International Discussion Club on October 2 that using Tomahawk missiles would directly involve US troops, "which would mean an absolutely new, qualitatively new phase of escalation, including between Russia and the United States." Putin stressed on October 5 that Washington’s potential decision to send Tomahawk missiles to Kiev would destroy positive trends in Russia-US relations.

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Hollywood icon stuns fans as he's spotted riding the subway like a local
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Hollywood icon stuns fans as he's spotted riding the subway like a local

Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks gave some New Yorkers a big surprise this week when he was spotted riding the subway. The Forrest Gump star, 69, proved to be one of Hollywood’s most down-to-earth stars as he used public transportation to get around the city. Although the actor donned a face mask and cap, he was recognised by a few eagle-eyed fans who took the opportunity to snap the star. Tom looked like a typical New Yorker, pictured standing on the subway in a khaki jacket layered over a dark gray sweater, black pants and a green Yankees baseball cap, in pics shared on the Daily Mail. Despite his laid-back demeanour, Tom has been invited to some of the most prestigious events in the world, including a meeting with the late Queen of England, which he attended with wife Rita Wilson. Speaking exclusively to HELLO! at the premiere of Too Much, Lena Dunham's upcoming Netflix rom-com, the loved-up pair shared the details of the best date they've ever had in London. When asked the question, "Where is the best date you've ever had in London?", Tom responded: "The Jubilee!" Rita doubled down, adding: "That was incredible," to which her husband joked: "That rates as a date!" She gushed over memories of seeing Elton John, Sir Paul McCartney, Grace Jones and Tom Jones, while the Big star joked the couple were "wondering why they were there," though very happy to be invited. The couple celebrated their 37th wedding anniversary in April 2025, and Tom shared a selfie to commemorate the occasion. Tom and Rita first met on the set of Bosom Buddies back in 1981, and were reunited four years later on the 1985 film Volunteers, where they quickly hit it off and soon enough began to fall in love. In their story, Tom told GQ: "Rita and I just looked at each other and – kaboing – that was that. I asked Rita if it was the real thing for her, and it just couldn't be denied." The pair welcomed two sons together, Chet and Truman, and Rita became a doting stepmother to Colin and E.A., the Cast Away star's children from his first marriage to Samantha Lewes. Samanth was a troubled woman who died from lung cancer in 2002 at age 49. E.A., now 43, explores the mysteries of her mother’s past In her book, The 10: A Memoir of Family And The Open Road. It’s a story of her six-month road trip on Interstate 10, from L.A. to Palatka, Florida, where her mom’s family had once lived, to learn more about her mother, who loved Shakespeare and poetry and had a haunted past.

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Yen falls may prod BOJ to hike rates in October, ex-central bank executive says
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Yen falls may prod BOJ to hike rates in October, ex-central bank executive says

TOKYO :The yen's recent sharp falls may prompt the Bank of Japan to raise interest rates as soon as this month, former central bank executive Kazuo Momma said on Wednesday. The yen has tumbled since fiscal and monetary dove Sanae Takaichi's victory in a party leadership race on Saturday, setting her on course to become the nation's next premier and stoking concerns she could pressure the BOJ to delay further rate hikes. Ironically, the increasing yen-bearishness in markets could prompt the BOJ to raise interest rates as soon as its next policy meeting on October 29-30, Momma told Reuters in an interview. While BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda appears cautious on moving too quickly with rate hikes on concern over the U.S. economic outlook, such views could change if yen falls persist, he said. "The biggest loser from a weak yen is the government" as it pushes up inflation via higher import costs and hurts the ruling party's approval ratings, Momma said, adding that Takaichi may consent to an early rate hike if yen falls accelerate. "The only factor that could prompt the BOJ to push forward its rate-hike timing would be a weak yen," said Momma, who has experience drafting monetary policy and retains close contact with incumbent policymakers. With inflation exceeding its 2 per cent target for well over three years, the BOJ has signaled its readiness to keep raising interest rates, albeit at a slow pace as it assesses the fallout from U.S. tariffs on corporate behaviour. The rate-hike timing will depend on how the BOJ weighs downside risks to the economy, such as from softening U.S. demand, and inflationary risks from a weak yen, Momma said. "The likelihood of an October rate hike has heightened somewhat, although it's more likely the BOJ will wait until December," said Momma, who is currently executive economist at Mizuho Research & Technologies. After ending a decade-long stimulus programme in March, the BOJ raised short-term interest rates to 0.25 per cent in July last year and 0.5 per cent in January this year. In both rate-hike cases, the BOJ moved in the wake of political calls to counter unwelcome yen falls.

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Veteran Henderson says he is not in England team to be a cheerleader
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Veteran Henderson says he is not in England team to be a cheerleader

Midfielder Jordan Henderson hit back at critics of his inclusion in Thomas Tuchel's England squad, insisting he is not just a "cheerleader" and is still playing at a high level. Henderson did not play for England for 16 months before he was called up in March as part of the first squad announced by Tuchel, with the German coach hailing the midfielder as a "serial winner" and pointing to his leadership qualities. The 35-year-old, who has played four times for England since then and was also included in the squad for a friendly at home against Wales and a World Cup qualifier away to Latvia, said he still had plenty to offer on the pitch. "I have shown what I can do for England over the years and I am still playing at a high level. Outside, people can think what they want – media or whoever," former England captain Henderson told reporters. "The most important people are the manager, the coaching staff and the players. Ask them what they think; if I am a cheerleader when I am here. I don't think one of the best managers in Europe would be choosing me just to do that. "I am here to perform – whether that is in training every day, whether that is when I am on the pitch. My main job is to be performing for the team and helping the team." Henderson returned to the Premier League this season after a two-year absence, having left Liverpool in 2023 for Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq, a move that was heavily criticised and lasted only six months. He later joined Ajax Amsterdam. Asked about the last two years of his career, Henderson said: "If you asked a lot of players when they left a club where they had been for so long – not just Liverpool – I think they'd say it was hard. "With time, things change. You move on. But I would say that was probably the most difficult time... In hindsight, maybe I would have made different decisions. "You can look back and think: 'Maybe I could have done this differently or maybe have done that'. But there were reasons for it and I did not do it off a whim. In the end, it has made me stronger."

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Singapore International Film Festival 2025 will run from Nov 26 to Dec 7, featuring over 30 Singapore productions
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Singapore International Film Festival 2025 will run from Nov 26 to Dec 7, featuring over 30 Singapore productions

SGIFF 2025 will also see several Singapore productions making their world premieres, including Sandbox, a comedy about a struggling stunt training school fighting for survival that features Benjamin Kheng and Nathan Hartono; At Home with Work, a documentary on home-based businesses and the short film Cendol, which stars Sharon Au as a famous designer who returns home to reconnect with her mother. Cendol also marks the directorial debut of actor Qi Yuwu. In a statement, Jeremy Chua, general manager of SGIFF, said: “As much as SGIFF is about celebrating cinema, it is also about ensuring that Singaporean stories continue to be made and seen. This year’s world premieres, alongside the doubling of our local short film selection, reflect how deeply we believe in investing in homegrown talent. “With initiatives like the SGIFF Film Fund, which provides tangible support for the development and production of new works, and more forums for public discussions, we hope to create more avenues for filmmakers to share their work and for audiences to take pride in the diversity of Singapore’s voices. In recent years, where exhibition spaces are contracting, it is all the more important that we protect and grow the platforms that sustain our film culture.” The Singapore International Film Festival will run from Nov 26 to Dec 7. More information can be found on its website.

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Dolly Parton's Sister Freida Clears the Air on Country Star's Illness: 'I Didn’t Mean to Scare Anyone'
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Dolly Parton's Sister Freida Clears the Air on Country Star's Illness: 'I Didn’t Mean to Scare Anyone'

Dolly Parton's sister Freida Parton is clearing the air after she said she was "up all night praying" for the country icon's recovery. "I want to clear something up," Freida, 68, wrote in a social media post on the evening of Tuesday, Oct. 7. "I didn’t mean to scare anyone or make it sound so serious when asking for prayers for Dolly." Freida went on to clarify that Dolly has "been a little under the weather, and I simply asked for prayers because I believe so strongly in the power of prayer. It was nothing more than a little sister asking for prayers for her big sister." She then thanked Dolly's fans for "lifting her up." adding that their love "truly makes a difference." Earlier on Tuesday, Freida shared a social media post that read, "Last night, I was up all night praying for my sister, Dolly. Many of you know she hasn’t been feeling her best lately. I truly believe in the power of prayer, and I have been lead to ask all of the world that loves her to be prayer warriors and pray with me." Freida ended her message with a heart emoji, adding, "She’s strong, she’s loved, and with all the prayers being lifted for her, I know in my heart she’s going to be just fine. Godspeed, my sissy Dolly. We all love you!" Dolly, 79, postponed her Las Vegas residency due to an unspecified illness last week. The Nashville icon announced she would be pushing back the performances by nearly a year to focus on her health. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. “As many of you know, I’ve been dealing with some health challenges, and my doctors tell me that I must have a few procedures. As I joked with them, it must be time for my 100,000 check-up, although it’s not the usual trip to see my plastic surgeon!" Dolly wrote in an Instagram post. "In all seriousness, given this, I am not going to be able to rehearse and put together the show that I want you to see, and the show that you deserve to see," she continued. "You see good money to see me perform, and I want to be at my best for you." The "Jolene" singer ended the note, writing, "And don’t worry about me quittin’ the business because God hasn’t said anything about stopping yet. But, I believe He is telling me to slow down right now so I can be ready for more big adventures with all of you." Dolly was originally scheduled to perform in Las Vegas for a limited engagement at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace beginning in December.

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‘I can touch the clouds’: how it feels to cross the world’s highest bridge
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‘I can touch the clouds’: how it feels to cross the world’s highest bridge

As a safety worker for bungee jumps and rope swings, Mr Fu has spent a lot of time standing on bridges. But his new job, working at the new Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in Southern China, takes the cake. “The view from the bridge is fantastic,” he tells the Guardian. “Beneath the bridge flows the Beipan River, with Huajiang Village nearby and a waterfall as well. It is very exciting – the bridge is very high, and many visitors come. Standing on it yourself feels thrilling as well.” The new Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge is the world’s highest, and officially opened to the public on 28 September. Its deck sits 625 metres above the deep valley below, and spans almost 3km across – its 1,420-metre main section also making it the world’s longest bridge in a mountainous area, according to China’s state media. It will reportedly cut travel time across the canyon from two hours to two minutes, taking the Guizhou S57 highway from Liuzhi special district to Anlong county. But authorities also hope it will attract tourists to the region, with viewing platforms, a glass lift to a cafe on top of one of the bridge arches, and a glass walkway for visitors to look down to the ground about 580 metres below. The bridge offers bungee jumping and slack-lining, and there are plans for professional Base jumping events, according to state media. Not all attractions are operating yet, including the cafe which is expected to open in November, but local tour operators say it has already started drawing crowds. Visitors are reportedly restricted to 5,000 a day. Lin Guoquan, who runs a nearby guesthouse, posted on social media that his business was fully booked and there were now hundreds of people every day at a viewing platform where he used to drive guests. “Since it opened, I’ve crossed the bridge four times,” says Lin. “Before it was fully completed, I visited it more than 200 times just to see the bridge and monitor its progress … Now, I can see the world’s tallest bridge right from my courtyard.” Social media is awash with videos from the bridge, including drone vision shot by Lin. One user described cars looking “as small as ants” driving across the bridge. “Sitting in the car, it felt as if I could reach out and touch the clouds with my hand,” said another. Not everyone is so enamoured. Some people have complained on social media about the bridge’s cost, parking management and unfinished state, while others say it was “not worth the special trip”. The bridge took less than four years to build, and supplanted another Chinese bridge – also in Guizhou province – as the world’s highest. The bridge wins that title because of the distance between its deck and the ground below. Structurally, its two 262-metre tall towers make it the world’s 19th tallest bridge. Additional reporting by Lillian Yang and Jason Tzu Kuan Lu

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