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Vietnam to Raise Alcohol Tax to 90% by 2031 Under New Legislation
National Assembly approves phased increase from 65% to 90% on alcoholic beverages and adds new levy on sugary drinks starting 2027
Wreck of $17 Billion San José Galleon Identified Off Colombia After 300 Years
Colombian researchers confirm the identity of the Spanish warship San José, lost in 1708 with treasure worth up to $17 billion, using 3D analysis of underwater gold coins.
Iran Launches Extensive Missile Attack on Israel Following Israeli Strikes on Nuclear Sites
Dozens injured in central Israel as Iran responds to Israeli strikes; Israel hits back with airstrikes on over 200 targets including nuclear facilities
Beata Thunberg Rebrands as Beata Ernman Amidst Sister's Activism Controversy
Swedish singer Beata Thunberg adopts maternal surname to distinguish herself from sister Greta Thunberg's political activism
Israel Issues Ultimatum to Iran Over Potential Retaliation and Nuclear Facilities
Israel threatens to target Iran’s oil refineries if attacked; offers to spare them if nuclear sites are destroyed without reprisal
China Releases Draft Rules on Cross-Border Automotive Data Transfers
New draft guidelines may enable Tesla to expand advanced driver-assistance features in Chinese market
Vietnam Confronts Rising Economic Pressures Amid Expanding U.S. Tariff Measures
Vietnam’s export-led economy, once buoyed by the U.S.-China trade war, now faces heightened risks as new U.S. trade actions target tariff circumvention and shift scrutiny toward Southeast Asia.
Coinbase CEO Warns Bitcoin Could Supplant US Dollar Amid Mounting National Debt
Brian Armstrong cautions that unchecked US debt may pave the way for Bitcoin to become the global reserve currency
Trump to Iran: Make a Deal — Sign or Die
“I gave Iran chance after chance to make a deal. I told them, in the strongest of words, to "just do it," but no matter how hard they tried, no matter how close they got, they just couldn't get it done… They are all DEAD now, and it will only get worse!“
Operation "Like a Lion": Israel Strikes Iran in Unprecedented Offensive
Israel eliminated Iran’s top military leadership, destroyed enrichment facilities, and disabled air defenses in a surprise attack named “Like a Lion.” Iran declared a state of war, and Trump pledged to defend Israel. Here are all the main details.
Israel Launches 'Operation Rising Lion' Targeting Iranian Nuclear and Military Sites
Airstrikes mark significant escalation amid stalled U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations and heightened regional tensions
Rice Prices Surge in Japan Amid Supply Issues and Government Response
Falling domestic rice output and inflation pressures have led the government to tap into emergency stocks, complicating the political landscape ahead of key elections.
US Companies Urge Reduction of Vietnamese Tariffs Amid Trade Shift
Businesses seek relief from 46% tariffs imposed under Trump administration
Saudi Arabia Faces Uncertainty Over Succession After Mohammed bin Salman
Crown Prince's rapid ascent disrupts traditional royal hierarchy
IMF Warns of Severe Global Trade War Impacts on Emerging Markets
Escalating trade tensions present significant challenges, particularly for Thailand, as IMF officials emphasize the need for urgent responses.
Trump Administration Issues New Travel Ban Targeting 12 Countries
A newly signed proclamation bans the entry of nationals from specified countries, citing security concerns.
Global News Roundup: From Ukraine's strategic military strikes and Russia's demands and Tensions Escalate in Ukraine, to serious legal issues faced by Britons in Bali and Trump's media criticism, the latest developments highlight a turbulent landscape
‘Vibe Coding’ Emerges as the New DIY Trend
Casual, feel-driven programming gains traction among hobbyists
AI Pioneer Yoshua Bengio Warns Models Can Deceive Users
Top scientist raises ethical concerns over language model behavior
Big Four Firms Rush to Create AI Auditing Systems
Accounting giants aim to build trust in rapidly advancing AI products
Trump’s Tariffs Predicted to Stall Global Economic Growth
OECD warns trade war is curbing international development
South Korea’s President-Elect Expected to Take Softer Line on Trump and North Korea
Lee Jae-myung favors diplomacy over confrontation
Center-Left Candidate Projected to Win South Korean Presidency
Lee Jae-myung thanks voters as results show lead
Musk’s xAI Pursues $113 Billion Valuation in New Share Sale
AI startup seeks $300 million in fresh funding
Walmart Increases Revenue Despite Shrinking Workforce
Retail giant focuses on tech and efficiency to drive profits
Hims & Hers Plans UK and EU Launch of Replica Obesity Drugs
Digital health company aims to expand weight loss offerings
Toyota to Acquire Supplier in $33 Billion Buyout
Japanese automaker brings key partner in-house
U.S. Reduces Military Presence in Syria
Strategic withdrawal shifts dynamics in contested region
BlackRock-Backed Fintech Aims to Become Europe’s Charles Schwab
New funding round boosts ambitions of digital investment platform
Trump’s China Strategy Remains a Geopolitical Puzzle
Mixed messages from former president create uncertainty in US-Asia relations
Eurozone Inflation Falls Below ECB Target to 1.9%
Cooling prices ease pressure on European Central Bank
Call for a New Chapter in Globalisation Emerges
Global business leaders urge a rethink of trade and supply chain strategies
China Accuses US of Violating Trade Truce
Beijing vows retaliation for latest U.S. measures
Blackstone and Rivals Diverge on Private Equity Strategy
Largest firms split between fee-based and insurance-backed models
Panama Port Owner Balances US-China Pressures
Strategic port operator seeks neutral stance amid global tensions
Cambodia Decides to Bring Border Dispute with Thailand to World Court
Prime Minister Hun Manet announces intention to file complaint with the International Court of Justice following military clashes.
Ukraine Executes Long-Range Drone Strikes on Russian Airbases
Operation 'Spiderweb' targets strategic bombers across five Russian regions with 117 drones
South Africa: "First Black Bank" Collapses after Being Looted by Owners
VBS Mutual Bank—lauded as the first bank in South Africa to be totally owned and managed by Africans - has collapsed after its owners stole all the cash and bribed government and local government officials into depositing money in the operation
"That's Disgusting, Don’t Say It Again": The Trump Joke That Made the President Boil
It’s every columnist’s dream: write something so sharp it slices through the noise, goes viral across social media and Wall Street alike—and ends up ruffling the feathers of the President of the United States. That’s exactly what happened to Financial Times opinion editor Robert Armstrong, when a seemingly routine article earlier this month birthed the term TACO, an acronym for Trump Always Chickens Out.
Paris Saint-Germain's Greatest Triumph Is Football’s Lowest Point
The UEFA Champions League final has always been a competitive match—until last night. Paris Saint-Germain demolished Inter Milan five–nil in a surreal, one-sided, and unprecedented blowout. It wasn’t just the largest scoreline in Champions League final history—it was an absurd mismatch. Even a Swiss Cup final between Basel and a third-division team of part-timers would likely be closer.
OnlyFans for Sale: From Lockdown Lifeline to Eight-Billion-Dollar Empire
OnlyFans, originally launched as a video platform for musicians and comedians, has turned into one of the most profitable adult content sites in the world—with over three hundred million users and billions in revenue. Now, its reclusive Jewish owner, Leonid Radvinsky, is reportedly looking to sell it—for a staggering eight billion dollars.
Southeast Asia Advocates for Evidence-Based Traditional Medicine at WHO Assembly
Thailand and regional partners present joint statement urging WHO to strengthen scientific validation, ethical innovation, and protection of traditional medical knowledge
Bangkok Ranked World's Top City for Remote Work in 2025
Thai capital leads global index with high-speed internet, affordable living, and supportive visa policies
Satirical Sketch Sparks Political Spouse Feud in South Korea
SNL Korea parody reignites scrutiny over candidate spouses ahead of election
Indonesia Quarry Collapse Leaves Multiple Dead and Missing
At least 10 killed, six missing after stone quarry collapse in West Java
South Korean Election Video Pulled Amid Misogyny Outcry
Gyeongsan city government's promotional video faces backlash over sexist content
Asian Economies Shift Away from US Dollar Amid Trade Tensions
Investors increase bullish bets on Asian currencies as confidence in dollar wanes
Netflix Investigates Allegations of On-Set Mistreatment in K-Drama Production
Claims of unsafe working conditions and abuse surface during filming of 'When Life Gives You Tangerines'
US Defence Chief Reaffirms Strong Ties with Singapore Amid Regional Tensions
Pete Hegseth meets Singaporean leaders to discuss security cooperation at Shangri-La Dialogue
Vietnam Faces Strategic Dilemma Over China's Mekong River Projects
Upstream developments threaten Vietnam's agricultural resources and regional influence