WORLD
Ishiba, Koizumi, Kamiya: What Japan’s election upset means for its leaders and future
Liberal Democratic Party loses control of the Upper House in Japan as right-wing parties gain ground with younger voters amid rising prices and political fatigue.
WORLD
Underground beauty salons and lost dreams: Afghan women navigate life under Taliban rule
As salons are banned and jobs vanish, Afghan women find precarious ways to survive under strict Taliban mandates.
WORLD
Why China’s smallest stock exchange is suddenly seeing the most IPO interest
Once dismissed, China’s smallest exchange now leads in IPO applications amid a microcap tech rally driven by AI and policy support.
WORLD
Explained: How Vy Capital quietly became Musk’s biggest backer—and why it’s going solo
The low-profile tech fund will now rely solely on internal capital as it continues to support Musk’s ventures like SpaceX, xAI and Neuralink.
WORLD
Trump’s plan to change how Americans invest for retirement
New executive order attempts to diversify Americans' retirement accounts beyond stocks and bonds into riskier options like crypto, gold, and private equity.
ENTERTAINMENT
How Netflix boosted revenue and profits with ads, price hikes, and hit shows
Streaming giant’s shares hover near record highs after beating second-quarter estimates.
WORLD
How Apple and Google are taking smartphones in different directions with AI and design
Android bets big on Gemini and automation, while Apple focuses on aesthetics and gradual upgrades.
WORLD
Why Trump’s ties to Epstein and withheld case files are back in the spotlight
Amid mounting pressure, questions persist over the president’s past friendship and the Justice Department’s decision to limit disclosure.
WORLD
Who is Jensen Huang? The Nvidia CEO behind the world’s most powerful chips—and a major player in global politics
How an engineer turned tech mogul became the most influential voice in AI and a key figure in Trump’s trade diplomacy with China.
WORLD
Why Trump wants to ban ‘woke’ AI and enforce political neutrality in federal tech
White House is advancing politically neutral AI tools under federal contracts as part of broader anti-DEI campaign.
WORLD
How Sam Altman replaced Elon Musk as Trump’s go-to voice on AI
Once a Trump critic and Democratic donor, the OpenAI CEO is now shaping US policy and global infrastructure under the new administration.
WORLD
What is Florida’s 'Alligator Alcatraz' and why it’s raising concerns over immigration detention
A remote new facility detaining migrants in the US sparks national scrutiny over legality, living conditions, and oversight.
WORLD
Why Europe’s new Samp/T air-defence system could challenge US Patriot dominance
WORLD
Why Chinese cyberattacks on the US are growing faster, bolder, and harder to stop
Beijing’s new hacker-for-hire model is overwhelming American defences and reshaping the cyber espionage landscape.
WORLD
How embryo screening start-ups like Orchid are changing how babies are made
Silicon Valley’s latest fertility tech promises healthier children — but raises questions about ethics, accuracy, and the future of reproduction.
WORLD
China eyes AI superpower status with state funding and open-source strategy
Beijing’s industrial policy is accelerating its rise in artificial intelligence, challenging US dominance despite export restrictions.
WORLD
Can Trump fire Jerome Powell over Fed renovations? Here’s what the law says
President Trump has escalated his attacks on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, citing alleged mismanagement of a $2.5 billion renovation, but experts warn firing him would face serious legal hurdles.
WORLD
Trump savings accounts for kids: What they are, how they work, and who should consider them
New custodial IRAs seeded with $1,000 aim to jumpstart children’s savings—but the rules are complex and not all parents will benefit equally.
WORLD
Why America’s biggest banks are still thriving—even amid trade tensions
JPMorgan, Citigroup and Wells Fargo report solid Q2 earnings, even as tariff uncertainty and inflation loom over US markets.
WORLD
How Nvidia’s diplomacy paid off in the US-China tech war
The US chip giant has received fresh approval to resume deliveries of its H20 chip to China after Commerce Department reverses earlier export curbs.
BUSINESS
Why France is scrapping holidays and freezing benefits to fix its finances
François Bayrou has announced €44 billion in cuts and tax hikes, risks no-confidence vote over “year of truth”.
WORLD
Why Trump is now arming Ukraine after blaming it for the war
The US president’s changing tone on the Russia-Ukraine war reflects a major shift in strategy amid global pressure, domestic politics, and frustration with Vladimir Putin.
ENTERTAINMENT
How ‘Superman’ and a string of hits rescued Warner Bros. from a box office slump
The studio behind ‘Superman’ has staged a historic turnaround after a string of flops left it reeling earlier this year.
WORLD
How Trump’s tariffs are pushing America’s allies toward each other — and away from the US
Facing 30% tariffs from Washington, the European Union and other allies are forging a new world order in trade.
