Bea Elton, a social media star with millions of followers, transforms homes overwhelmed by extreme dirt and decay. Her work goes beyond cleaning, involving deep emotional support and liaising with authorities to help individuals with mental health struggles rebuild their lives.
Arakawa ward in Tokyo has installed 33 AI-equipped security cameras with facial recognition to help locate missing children and elderly people with dementia, marking a potential first for local Japanese governments.
Hong Kong's OSC charity campaign received 102 funding applications by June 10. Organizers noted a significant shift towards deeper, systemic interventions rather than "quick-fix" solutions, with applicants focusing on poverty, health, and inclusivity.
College social app Fizz alleges investor Jerry Lu of Maveron shared its non-public business information with rival Sidechat after posing as a potential investor. The lawsuit claims Lu acted as a conduit for strategy, metrics, and fundraising details, raising concerns about VC practices in competitive startup markets.
SK Hynix debuted on the Nasdaq at $170, with its ADRs priced at $149, raising $26.5 billion for expansion. The South Korean company, a key supplier of AI memory chips, plans to invest in new factories, including a $4 billion plant in Indiana and a $390 billion chip cluster in Yongin, South Korea.
A report indicates President Trump's new Air Force One, a $1 billion retrofit of a Qatari jet, may lack advanced antimissile defenses present in older models, raising concerns about vulnerability outside U.S. airspace, especially given renewed threats from Iran.
President Trump declared a June 17 ceasefire with Iran "over," ordering new US strikes after alleged Iranian attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. This breakdown raises fears of renewed conflict, impacting oil markets, US politics, and Iran's nuclear program.
England's football team is riding a wave of public affection and team spirit under manager Thomas Tuchel, fueled by emotional connections rather than structural fixes. While this has propelled them forward, their upcoming match against Norway poses a significant challenge, potentially exposing defensive weaknesses that 'vibes' alone cannot overcome.
French biotech Abivax raised $920 million, securing cash until 2029 for US launch of its bowel disease drug obefazimod. CEO Marc de Garidel stated the funding allows the company to proceed independently, despite recent takeover speculation and investor concerns over trial data.
Chinese scientists have identified an active fault line, the Paizhen Fault, directly beneath the Yarlung Tsangpo dam construction zone. This discovery, published in a Chinese journal, raises concerns for India about water security and ecological damage due to potential structural instability of the world's largest hydropower project.
Damascus experienced three explosions in a week, killing at least 10 people and wounding 36. An ISIL-linked cell was apprehended, but the attacks have rattled residents and highlighted ongoing security challenges for the Syrian government.
MiniMax CEO Yan will forgo his salary until the company achieves AGI, pledging 4% of his shares to employees and 1% to open-source communities. This follows an 80% stock plunge after a lock-up period expired.
Kazakhstan Temir Zholy's former CEO announced plans for a triple listing in Hong Kong, London, and Kazakhstan by year-end. Hong Kong's exchange anticipates more international issuers in late 2026/2027, with companies seeking favorable market sentiment.
A new play, 'Belly of the Beast,' adapted from Kalki Koechlin's book, unflinchingly portrays the complex emotions and challenges of motherhood in India, addressing topics like postpartum depression, miscarriages, and the societal pressure on women.
Venture capitalist Charles Hudson discusses challenges for early-stage founders, advising against chasing high valuations and urging founders to conduct due diligence on investors. He also highlights the changing VC landscape, influenced by rapid AI company growth.
China has conducted its first submarine-launched ballistic missile test in two years, deploying a potential JL-3 missile with a 10,000 km range. This move alarms regional nations and signifies China's rapid military expansion, tripling its nuclear arsenal in six years and aiming for a 'world-class' military by 2050.
Reform UK candidate Tony Mack claims George Cottrell was introduced as Nigel Farage's chief of staff, despite denials of an official role. Cottrell, a convicted fraudster, is alleged to have arranged transport and covered costs for fundraising events for Reform UK.
The US and Iran launched fresh military strikes on Thursday, effectively collapsing a fragile ceasefire. The US targeted Iranian military sites, while Iran retaliated against US-linked facilities across the Gulf, escalating fears of a wider regional war.
George Cottrell, a convicted fraudster, was reportedly introduced as Nigel Farage's chief of staff and arranged key logistics for Reform UK MPs, despite the party's denials of his official role. Questions arise over undeclared support and suspicious financial activity linked to Cottrell and his family.
The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), India's oldest stock exchange, celebrates 151 years. From its humble beginnings under a banyan tree to its current status as a global financial powerhouse, the BSE has mirrored India's economic transformation, facilitating capital raising for businesses and wealth creation for investors.
AstraZeneca's experimental heart disease drug, Wainua, failed to meet its primary goal in a late-stage trial, causing its shares to drop significantly. Analysts cited potential loss of investor trust in management as a key concern, alongside reduced sales projections.
Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, is seeking its first outside investment of $10 billion at a $130 billion pre-money valuation to accelerate growth and compete with SpaceX. CEO Dave Limp stated the fundraising reflects investor confidence in the company's long-term plans.
Luxshare Precision Industry, a major Apple supplier, saw its shares end lower on their Hong Kong trading debut Thursday, despite raising $3.09 billion in its IPO, the largest this year. The stock closed down 1.55% after opening lower.
Luxshare Precision Industry's shares dropped over 5% in their Hong Kong trading debut Thursday, following its $3.09 billion IPO, the largest this year. The Apple supplier, already listed in Shenzhen, priced shares at HK$63.28, with the stock trading at HK$60 early on.
