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Singapore – A deepening funding drought across Southeast Asia is raising concerns that a growing number of startups may become “zombie firms” – companies sustained by … Read more
South Korean robotics firm Huriim Robot has entered into a stock collateral loan agreement with its major shareholder, Hurim Holdings, a move that could significantly alter … Read more
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be jointly hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, will not see national teams permitted to roster as … Read more
No winning combination was drawn in Thursday evening’s Eurodreams lottery, leaving the top prize – a monthly pension of 22,222 francs for 30 years – unclaimed. … Read more
HOUSTON – Japan’s ambitious expansion into space logistics took a significant step forward on March 5, as the nation’s inaugural HTV-X cargo spacecraft began its planned … Read more
A newly acquired Garda surveillance aircraft experienced a minor incident on Thursday, coming off the runway while landing at Casement Aerodrome in Baldonnel, west Dublin. The … Read more
Consumers are bracing for potential increases in energy costs, with reports indicating a possible doubling of gas prices and a 60% surge in wholesale electricity rates. … Read more
Tokyo is facing a critical shortage of office space, with demand reaching record levels in 2025 and outpacing available supply by a significant margin. The squeeze … Read more
Vatican City – Pope Leo XIV has issued a fervent plea for global peace, urging world leaders to “abandon projects of death” and halt the escalating … Read more
The South Korean national baseball team is set to face off against the world’s number one ranked team, Japan, in a highly anticipated match on March … Read more
Google is taking a firmer stance against apps that aggressively drain smartphone batteries, a move that could significantly impact the Android app ecosystem. Starting March 1, … Read more
The potential for a prolonged conflict involving Iran is casting a long shadow over the eurozone economy, raising concerns about a renewed surge in inflation and … Read more