Taiwan’s ONGLAISAT Satellite Captures High-Resolution Earth Images
A newly launched Taiwanese observation satellite, ONGLAISAT, has successfully captured high-resolution images of Earth, marking a significant achievement in small-satellite technology. The satellite, built with the help of Japanese startup
Nigerian Authorities Seize Over 2 Metric Tons of Pangolin Scales, Arrest One Suspect
On December 5, Nigerian authorities confiscated more than 2 metric tons of pangolin scales in a significant crackdown on wildlife trafficking. The seizure took place in two warehouses in Mubi,
Primark Cuts Prices to Fight Growing Online Competition
Fast-fashion retailer Primark is cutting prices on hundreds of clothing essentials, including jeans, jumpers, socks and other everyday basics, as it battles rising competition from online retailers such as Shein,
Zoom Cuts 15% of Staff in Post-Pandemic ‘Reset’
Zoom, the video conferencing company that became a household name when remote work spiked during the Covid pandemic, is laying off 1,300 staff. As reported on BBC, the move affects
How the World Cup Has Reignited America’s Tipping Debate
For millions of football supporters visiting the United States for the FIFA World Cup, the biggest surprise hasn't come from the action on the pitch. It has come at restaurant
The Couple who Took on Google and Cost the Tech Giant £2bn
In a landmark case for tech regulation, British entrepreneurs Shivaun and Adam Raff took on Google over practices they say destroyed their price comparison site, Foundem. The couple’s legal crusade
iPhone 15 Hits Shelves Around the World – Here’s What You Need to Know
Apple's much-anticipated iPhone 15 lineup hit stores worldwide on Friday, drawing eager customers who lined up in long queues across China, Europe, and the United States to be among the
Uber to Invest Up to $1.25bn in Rivian to Launch 10,000 Robotaxis
Uber has announced plans to invest up to $1.25 billion in electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian as part of a major push into autonomous transportation. The partnership will see the deployment
Australia, Vanuatu Seal $328m Pact to Boost Security and Economic Ties
Australia and Vanuatu have reached a landmark 10-year agreement worth A$500 million (US$328 million), aimed at deepening cooperation on security, climate resilience, and economic development. Announced on Wednesday after months
Inside the Quiet Boom Fueling Luxury Aviation in Asia
Under the blazing Singapore sun, far from the roar of passenger jets and the imposing silhouettes of military aircraft, a different kind of crowd gathers. They wait patiently, some fanning
Pepsi Withdraws as UK Festival Sponsor After Kanye West Backlash
Pepsi has withdrawn as the lead sponsor of the upcoming Wireless Festival in London following backlash over the booking of rapper Kanye West - also known as Ye - as
US Job Creation Beats Forecasts
Hiring in the US remained strong in April despite concerns that fast rising prices and other economic disruption could lead to slowdown.Employers added 428,000 jobs, while the unemployment rate held
eBay to Pay $3 Million After Former Employees Sent Live Insects and a Bloody Pig Mask to Harass a Couple
eBay has agreed to pay a $3 million criminal penalty in the wake of a harassment campaign orchestrated by former employees against a Massachusetts couple who ran a newsletter critical
David Beckham Teams Up with Stella Artois to Revitalize Iconic Lager Brand
Stella Artois, the renowned lager with a rich history spanning nearly a century, has enlisted global icon David Beckham in a bid to restore its prominence in the competitive beer
Qantas Hit by Data Breach Affecting Up to Six Million Customers
Australian airline Qantas has confirmed a cyberattack on a third-party customer service platform that may have compromised the personal information of up to six million individuals. The breach was detected
China Releases Detained Mintz Employees After Two-Year Detention
China has freed all employees of Mintz Group who were detained for two years following a raid on the company’s Beijing office in March 2023, a spokesperson for the U.S.-based
Nike to Increase Product Prices Amid Global Trade Uncertainty
Sportswear giant Nike has announced plans to raise the prices of several products starting June 1, with adjustments set to affect a broad range of items including footwear, apparel, and
The $900 Nike Hyperboot Is A Game Changer For Warm-Up And Recovery
Nike is introducing a game-changing product designed to enhance warm-up and recovery for athletes: the Nike Hyperboot. Developed in collaboration with health tech company Hyperice, this innovative wearable combines heat
Stellantis to Lay Off Up to 2,450 Workers as Ram 1500 Classic Production Winds Down
Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, has announced plans to lay off as many as 2,450 workers at its Warren Truck assembly plant near Detroit, as the automaker phases out
Advance Auto Parts to Shut Down Over 700 Stores Amid Financial Struggles
Advance Auto Parts has announced plans to close more than 700 locations as part of a restructuring strategy to stabilise its finances. The decision follows disappointing earnings that fell short
