The United States is reevaluating its role in the Indo-Pacific region due to China’s escalating military expansion. In a congressional hearing on April 9, 2025, two senior U.S. Department of Defense officials expressed concerns over China’s strategic trajectory, accusing Beijing of pursuing regional and global dominance. China’s People’s Republic has directed the People’s Liberation Army … Read more
New Zealand politicians broke out into song on Thursday after voting down a right-wing-backed proposal that opponents feared would erode indigenous rights. The bill, which sought to redefine the terms of the Treaty of Waitangi signed between British colonizers and Māori leaders in 1840s, was met with widespread opposition from Māori communities and their supporters. … Read more
The yield on the US Treasury’s $58 billion auction dropped for the second consecutive day, as investors showed weak demand for the government bonds. This move signals increased uncertainty about the market’s direction and potential implications for interest rates in the coming weeks. Source: https://www.ft.com/content/af048c03-e180-49d1-916e-a946ebcb4697
The Formula 1 world is set to speed into action in Bahrain as the second race of the first triple header gets underway. The desert circuit, known for its hot and sunny conditions, promises to be a thrilling test of speed and skill. Max Verstappen has taken the lead in the drivers’ championship, just one … Read more
Research has long sought to understand how cannabis use disorders (CUD) contribute to psychosis-like symptoms, and new findings offer a breakthrough. A study published by McGill University has identified that people with CUD have elevated dopamine levels in brain regions associated with psychosis, such as schizophrenia. The study used neuromelanin-MRI scans to measure dopamine activity … Read more
Lionel Messi scored a crucial penalty in the 83rd minute, helping Inter Miami secure a dramatic comeback win over LAFC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup quarter-final. The Argentine star’s goal sealed a 3-1 victory for Miami, overturning a 1-0 deficit from the first leg. The match saw a seesaw battle between the two teams, with … Read more
A growing number of reported cases in the United States have led to a concerning measles outbreak. As of January 1, 2025, hospitalization rates stand at 12%, with two confirmed deaths and one death under investigation. Despite this increasing trend, the risk of measles remains low due to high vaccination coverage and rapid case identification … Read more
Capri Holdings Limited, a global fashion luxury group, has announced that it is selling its iconic brand Versace to Prada S.p.A. for $1.375 billion in cash. The transaction, which is expected to close in the second half of 2025, will strengthen Capri’s balance sheet and enable accelerated strategic investments in its other brands, Michael Kors … Read more
Amazon shoppers can expect prices to rise due to the ongoing global trade war, according to the company’s CEO Andy Jassy. The retailer will pass on increased costs from tariffs affecting product prices, as sellers won’t have extra margin to absorb them. The US-China trade war continues, with President Trump imposing 125% tariffs on Chinese … Read more
Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Phoc will meet with officials from Boeing and the US’s Bessent on Wednesday, according to a schedule confirmed by a senior official. The meeting is expected to discuss possible future tariff talks between the two sides. Phoc has also planned meetings with SpaceX, Boeing, and Apple this week, alongside attending … Read more