Business
Dubai rose to seventh in GFCI 39, its highest rank yet, as DIFC growth, deeper sector strength and D33 targets sharpen its place in global finance.
South Korea’s Kospi erased most intraday losses, but Asian equities still ended lower as traders tracked oil, bonds and U.S.-Iran developments.
South Korea opened 2026 with an 11.3 trillion won fiscal surplus as tax revenue rose sharply in January, offsetting higher government spending.
Botswana’s credit downgrade underscores pressure on its diamond-led economy as weak demand, lower revenue, rising debt and falling reserves deepen strain.
South Korea’s economy grew 1% in 2025, Bank of Korea data show, as exports and consumption rose while construction investment slumped.
Health
Preventable risks accounted for about 45% of new cancers in men and 30% in women, with smoking leading for men and infections for women WHO IARC data show this.
Researchers analyzing long term dietary data found higher intake of food preservatives was linked to increased incidence of type 2 diabetes in adults.
FLORIDA, December 16, 2025: Researchers at the University of Florida’s Diabetes Institute have identified…
LONDON, December 9, 2025: Coffee, long regarded as a daily indulgence, is…
LONDON, December 7, 2025: A new study suggests that lecanemab, an Alzheimer’s…
Cambridge scientists developed a two-part drug that activates the immune system only in tumors, offering safer cancer treatment options.
Three Korean hospitals ranked in the world’s top 10 for cancer care, with Samsung, Asan and SNU hospitals recognized in Newsweek’s global rankings.
Cholera deaths increased by 50% in 2024 as 60 nations reported outbreaks, with Africa, Asia, and the Middle East facing the highest burden.
Entertainment
U.S. Polo Assn. has launched its Fall-Winter 2024 Collection, blending sporty style and festive warmth, with pieces perfect for gifting this holiday season.
Fresha, a leading global booking platform for lifestyle services, announced today that it has…
Adidas Originals and Highsnobiety, a prominent platform in fashion, design, and culture, have announced the launch…
Automotive
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class adds an illuminated grille, optional lit hood star, and DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps, pairing new styling cues with flagship cabin tech and comfort features.
Tesla’s China-made EV sales rose 9.9% in November 2025, reaching 86,700 units, signaling a strong recovery for the automaker in the world’s largest EV market.
STUTTGART, November 19, 2025: Porsche has introduced the first fully electric version of its flagship SUV, the Cayenne, marking a pivotal moment in the brand’s electrification program. The new Cayenne Electric delivers up to 850 kW, equivalent…
BERLIN, Oct. 25, 2025: Porsche AG reported an operating loss of €967 million for the third quarter of 2025, its first quarterly loss since the company went public in 2022. The result compares with an…
WASHINGTON, October 9, 2025: U.S. auto safety regulators have opened a formal investigation into nearly 2.9 million Tesla vehicles equipped with the company’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system following reports of traffic violations and multiple crashes involving…