In the high-profile espionage case that has gripped Greece for the past ten days, the 54-year-old accused wing commander reportedly admitted during questioning by the military judge-investigator that he was recruited by a Chinese agent named “Steven Wayne,” who introduced himself as a representative of a technology company in response to the commander’s LinkedIn profile. […]
When I joined the band Swim Deep 13 years ago, my dreams were much like those of any young musician: to play Glastonbury, to tour America and to hear our music on the radio – all of which we’ve managed to achieve. But what I hadn’t counted on was finding a fanbase in China. Despite […]
Southeast Asian fans are calling for a boycott of K-dramas and Korean products after a concert incident where Korean fans were allowed large cameras, violating venue rules. This has sparked online debate, with many SEA fans feeling unfairly treated and threatening to impact viewership, while South Korean netizens dismiss the boycott’s significance. Many fans from […]
Team Germany missed out on an Olympic medal in the Men’s Ski Jumping Super Team event, after it was abandoned. (Image: Getty Images) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more A controversial conclusion to the Ski Jumping Men’s Super Team Finals left Team […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is unlikely to replace feng shui masters despite a growing trend of people turning to chatbots for fortune-telling, Hong Kong soothsayers have said, warning against blindly trusting such software as it may produce “dangerous” predictions. Feng shui masters told the South China Morning Post that such chatbots, trained on existing datasets, could […]
When it comes to the Chinese zodiac cycle, the Horse represents freedom, ambition, speed and unstoppable movement. This means that the Horse year is associated with personal reinvention and bold action at the same time and 2026 is defined as the year of the Horse. If last year felt like stagnation, the energy of the […]
Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. MILAN — Ilia Malinin posted a video on social media Monday juxtaposing images of his many triumphs with a black-and-white image of the U.S. figure skater with his head buried in his hands, and a caption hinting at an […]
A hard-charging gov’t in the Year of the Horse Seaside Heights, N.J.: The Lunar New Year today greets us with the Year of the Horse, an animal celebrated for its vigor, confidence, and an unshakable belief that speed alone constitutes direction. It is, one must admit, an uncanny metaphor for the current method of American […]
The event is featuring 13 country pavilions, showcasing international collaboration in the AI ecosystem. These include pavilions from Australia, Japan, Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Serbia, Estonia, Tajikistan, and Africa.
Australia has taken a pioneering step by becoming the first country to ban social media access for children under 16. This decisive action reflects a growing worldwide concern about the effects of digital platforms on young users’ health and safety. This landmark law, enforced from December 2025, subjects major tech companies to strict compliance or […]
A heavily publicised visit by the US envoy and the US Indo-Pacific commander to the Army’s Western Command near the Pakistan border has generated considerable buzz in political circles. The opposition has portrayed it as the government pandering to American interests. However, such visits, though rare, are not unprecedented. It comes as India and the […]
MUMBAI: French President Emmanuel Macron will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mumbai on Tuesday, as he begins a three-day visit to India focused on artificial intelligence cooperation and a potential multibillion dollar fighter jet deal. France is seeking to expand its military partnership with New Delhi, with discussions expected on a possible contract […]
U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that he was “very honored” to see Japan’s ruling party led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi win this month’s general election by a landslide, suggesting his endorsement of her played a role. Calling Takaichi a “very wonderful” Japanese leader, Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that he knew […]
U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that he was “very honored” to see Japan’s ruling party led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi win this month’s general election by a landslide, suggesting his endorsement of her played a role. Calling Takaichi a “very wonderful” Japanese leader, Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that he knew […]
An associate professor at the University of Tsukuba, located northeast of Tokyo, had been found posting discriminatory remarks about foreigners on social media, university officials said Monday. The male associate professor, whose name has not been disclosed, wrote, “Foreigners who come to universities in Japan are usually incompetent and troublemakers.” The university apologized, calling the […]
Why the Adidas ‘Tang’ jacket became the surprise fashion obsession of 2026 Every Lunar New Year, brands roll out predictable collections. Red sweaters. Zodiac animals. Limited-edition sneakers. Most of it blends together. This year, one piece quietly cut through the noise: a Mandarin-collar Adidas track jacket with knotted frog buttons and a silhouette that echoes […]
At a time when the global startup ecosystem is recalibrating after years of capital excess, Cambridge academic Jaideep Prabhu is challenging one of innovation’s most deeply entrenched myths: that scale demands massive capital. In his recently released book LeanSpark: Frugal by Design, Global in Impact, Prabhu argues that India’s long-evolving culture of jugaad is no […]
ON THE pavement of a busy Atlanta street Deja, Jiwon, Mu, Niska and Pelin stand at attention. Their eyes blink slowly as they look straight ahead. Inside Gusto, the salads-and-wraps restaurant they face, workers take notice. “It feels like we’re being watched,” says one. At any moment the platoon will break into action—trundling away to […]
Curated By : Last Updated:February 17, 2026, 12:25 IST As China’s workforce approaches the year-end bonus season ahead of Lunar New Year, the atmosphere is markedly subdued compared with previous years (Representative Image) As China’s workforce approaches the year-end bonus season ahead of Lunar New Year, the atmosphere is markedly subdued compared with previous years. […]
Moonshot is targeting a valuation of $10 billion in an expansion of a funding round already backed by Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and Tencent Holdings Ltd., seeking to tap strong interest in Chinese startups creating AI models to rival Silicon Valley’s best. The company behind the Kimi chatbot kicked off discussions in late January around […]
Chinese AI startup Moonshot is aiming for a $10 billion valuation as it expands a funding round already backed by Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and Tencent Holdings Ltd., capitalising on strong investor appetite for homegrown AI challengers to Silicon Valley’s giants. The Beijing-based company, which developed the popular Kimi chatbot, began discussions in late January […]
As the Lunar New Year arrives, millions of people across Asia and around the world prepare to welcome a fresh beginning filled with hope, prosperity, and togetherness. Families gather, homes are decorated in red, and greetings are exchanged to mark the start of a new zodiac cycle under the traditional Chinese calendar. In 2026, Chinese […]
More and more of us are both chained to our phones but also desperate to rid ourselves of them, it seems. A new survey underlines how much we use them but also how much we loathe them. Ciara O’Brien has the story. Easing construction inflation could boost Government plans to spend €275 billion on modernising […]
WELCOME the Year of the Fire Horse with an auspicious celebration at Diamond Hotel Philippines, where vibrant traditions, festive flavors and joyful gatherings come together to usher in luck, prosperity and new beginnings. SWEET TREAT Celestial horse cake by Diamond Hotel. PHOTOS FROM DIAMOND HOTEL PHILIPPINES Gather with family and friends over a specially prepared […]
MANILA, Philippines – Rappler’s investigative reportage on infrastructure corruption will now be available to listeners and viewers of Radyo Veritas, through a collaboration with anti-corruption group TAPAT, or Taongbayan Action for Participatory, Accountable and Transparent Governance. Starting on Friday, February 20, “Rappler Investigates,” a special 10-minute segment featuring Rappler journalists, will air as part of […]
Travel is one of the most competitive industries in the world. Travelers compare prices, read reviews, watch videos, and visit many websites before making a booking. Because of this, high growth travel companies do not rely on luck. They rely on systems. Behind every smooth booking page and inspiring destination photo is a powerful marketing […]
Organisers at the Milan and Cortina Winter Olympics have been slammed by one star who is taking part in three different disciplines, having seen her request rejected 08:00, 16 Feb 2026 View 2 Images One Winter Olympian has hit out at games organisers(Image: Getty) Winter Olympics champion Eileen Gu has hit out at organisers after […]
PETALING JAYA – Corruption in government agencies will be tackled without compromise, with more individuals already under close watch, decreed Malaysia’s King, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar. In a statement issued by the Royal Press Office on Feb 16, he stressed that graft is a betrayal of public trust and will not be tolerated in the […]
