The curtain falls on Assad, a tumultuous shift in the Middle East
The once unshakeable grip of Bashar al-Assad on Syria has unraveled in dramatic fashion, sending ripples of uncertainty across the region. Long a linchpin of [more…]
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Canal+ shakes up the French market with terrestrial TV exit
In a strategic twist, Canal+, the French media giant owned by Vivendi, is pulling its paid channels off terrestrial TV in France starting June 2025. [more…]
The rise and crash of Haliey Welch’s $HAWK coin
Haliey Welch, the 22-year-old who skyrocketed to fame with a viral TikTok moment known as the “hawk tuah” girl, has now found herself at the [more…]
PayPay is shaking up Japan’s stagnant savings scene
In a bold move that feels more like a mic-drop moment than a bank announcement, PayPay Bank is offering a jaw-dropping 2% interest on both [more…]
Seoul markets reel as political crisis deepens
Seoul’s financial markets reflected the nation’s turbulent political climate on Wednesday, as shares sank for a second day amid the fallout from President Yoon Suk [more…]
Where lattes meet tensions, Starbucks opens near Korean border
At the edge of two worlds, a new Starbucks brews more than coffee—it serves up a surreal juxtaposition of capitalism and conflict. Nestled in South [more…]
Australia sets global precedent with under-16 social media ban
In a move that has sparked fierce debate and captured global attention, Australia has approved an unprecedented social media ban for children under 16. Set [more…]
In the shadow of sanctions, Huawei sets its sights on a self-reliant future
Amid escalating tensions with the U.S., Chinese tech titan Huawei has thrown down the gauntlet for its Harmony operating system. Facing restrictions that have hobbled [more…]
PetroEnergy Resources lights up Bohol with renewable power
In a transformative step for Bohol’s energy landscape, PetroEnergy Resources Corp. (PERC), a member of the Yuchengco Group, has unveiled the 27-megawatt Dagohoy Solar Power [more…]
BTS’ V and Park Hyo-shin usher in a cozy winter wonderland
In a move destined to warm hearts this winter, BTS’ V is teaming up with Korean ballad legend Park Hyo-shin for a soulful seasonal duet. [more…]