Peel the Rich: The $6.2 million banana and the art world’s greatest punchline
In a world where duct tape and a supermarket banana can command a cool $6.2 million, Maurizio Cattelan’s Comedian has proven one thing: contemporary art [more…]
Category: China
Thousands ride all night for soup, stopped by traffic cops
In the cool hours before dawn, students pedaled in a blur of excitement, chasing nothing but the thrill of youth and the promise of hot [more…]
President Prabowo’s first trip to China signals a push for economic growth
Fresh from the presidential seat, Prabowo Subianto’s first diplomatic steps took him directly to Beijing—a choice that speaks volumes. Meeting with top-tier Chinese officials like [more…]
Hong Kong bets on baby bonus to boost birth rate
In Hong Kong’s ongoing quest to give its dwindling birth rate a much-needed lift, the government’s Newborn Baby Bonus scheme has dropped a bit of [more…]
Japan’s foreign aid falls short, billions wasted on delayed, underused projects
In a disappointing turn for Japan’s foreign aid efforts, millions of yen in taxpayer money have been poured into projects that have fallen dramatically short [more…]
Hong Kong airport expands gold capacity to 1,000 tonnes to rival Singapore
In a strategic move to bolster its status as a global logistics hub, Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has announced an expansion of its gold [more…]
AUKUS eyes new allies for high-tech defense expansion beyond submarines
In a surprising turn of events, the AUKUS triad of Australia, Britain, and the United States is reportedly expanding its horizons, contemplating new partnerships with [more…]
New born panda twins spark hope for Hong Kong’s struggling dining scenes
Hong Kong’s restaurant industry, grappling with a wave of closures, is now looking to an unexpected source of inspiration—pandas. Yes, you read that right! The [more…]
India surges ahead in emerging markets
In the dynamic world of emerging markets, India is rapidly closing in on China’s dominance in a key benchmark index. This shift presents a tough [more…]
Serbia prioritizes European carmakers with lithium supply deal
In a bold move to fortify its economic ties with the European Union, Serbia has decided to offer lithium procurement opportunities to European automotive giants [more…]