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Novo Nordisk accelerates cardiovascular innovation with Cardior Pharmaceuticals acquisition. (Photo: Christian Schultz | Getty Images)

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Business Denmark Germany

Novo Nordisk dives deeper into cardiovascular realm with Cardior acquisition

Post Date 03/25/2024

In a move set to bolster its presence in the cardiovascular disease arena, Novo Nordisk has announced the acquisition of Cardior Pharmaceuticals for up to [more…]

Discovery Bay Ferry's fare hike proposal in Hong Kong triggers controversy. (Photo: Wikimedia)

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Business China Hong Kong

Discovery Bay Ferry sparks fare controversy despite taxpayer support

Post Date 03/25/2024

Discovery Bay Transportation Services has once again sparked controversy by requesting a substantial 60 per cent increase in ferry fares, setting off alarm bells among [more…]

Boeing announces leadership changes amid mounting pressure for quality improvements. (Photo: Aaron Schwartz | NurPhoto | Getty Images)

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Business U.S.

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun to step down in management shake-up

Post Date 03/25/2024

In a surprising move, Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun has announced that he will be stepping down from his position at the end of 2024, marking [more…]

Legendary 'Dragon Ball' universe comes to life in Saudi Arabia with Toei Animation's epic theme park announcement. (Photo: Toei Animation)

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Business Japan Saudi Arabia

Toei Animation announces ‘Dragon Ball’ theme park in Saudi Arabia

Post Date 03/23/2024

In a surprising move that left fans ecstatic, Toei Animation has unveiled plans for the world’s first-ever “Dragon Ball” theme park, set to be constructed [more…]

PetroChina resumes Venezuelan oil imports amidst geopolitical uncertainties. (Photo: PetroChina)

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Business Canada China Colombia Ecuador U.S. Venezuela

PetroChina to receive Venezuelan oil shipment

Post Date 03/22/2024

In a noteworthy development, PetroChina Co. is poised to receive a shipment of Venezuelan oil, marking a significant shift in its sourcing strategies. The cargo, [more…]

Japan Airlines and Korean Air choose Airbus over Boeing for aircraft orders. (Photo: Mehri | AFP)

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Business France Japan South Korea U.S.

Asian airlines flock to Airbus, a blow to Boeing

Post Date 03/21/2024

In a turn of events, Airbus has secured orders for 65 jets from two major Asian carriers, dealing a significant blow to its U.S. rival [more…]

Japanese consortium wins bid to develop Norway's first offshore wind farm. (Photo: Kiyoshi Ota | Bloomberg)

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Belgium Business Japan Norway

Norway’s first offshore wind farm to be developed by Japanese consortium

Post Date 03/21/2024

In a bid that marks a significant step towards Norway’s renewable energy ambitions, a consortium led by two Japanese power companies has secured the rights [more…]

Zomato's reverse on 'Pure Veg' fleet sparks debate on food preferences and discrimination in India. (Photo: Zomato | Getty Images)

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Business India

Zomato’s ‘Pure Veg’ fleet decision sparks controversy and backlash, forces company to reverse course

Post Date 03/21/2024

In a recent turn of events, food delivery app Zomato faced backlash over its decision to introduce a dedicated fleet of green vehicles exclusively for [more…]

Grab embraces digital currency as cryptocurrency payments now available on super app. (Ore Huiying | Getty Images)

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Business Singapore

Grab takes a crypto leap, users can now pay with Bitcoin and more in Singapore

Post Date 03/20/2024

Grab, the ubiquitous super app known for its wide range of services including ride-hailing, food delivery, and digital payments, is now venturing into the world [more…]