The Montreal Victoire won the Walter Cup, marking the first time it leaves the US. Meanwhile, the PWHL announced expansion to San Jose, adding to its US franchises and reflecting significant growth in American women's hockey.
OKX integrates BitGo off-exchange settlement for US institutions, reducing pre-funding requirements and marking a key step in its US expansion following ICE investment.
The Future, a South Korean wellness startup founded in 2021, reported 120 billion won ($81 million) in 2025 sales, up 30% year-on-year. The company operates nine brands across supplements, cosmetics, beauty devices, exercise bikes and diet centers. It plans U.S. expansion in 2027 with a Calorie Bar Wellness Diet Center, targeting 1 trillion won revenue by 2030. A longevity AI platform is planned for September 2026.
The NWSL awarded an expansion franchise to Columbus, Ohio, with play beginning in 2028. The Haslam Sports Group-led ownership consortium will pay a record $205 million expansion fee, with total initial investment around $350 million including infrastructure. The team will play at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field downtown alongside MLS' Columbus Crew, with plans for a custom training facility on the city's southwest side.
Commuters in Kashmir Valley faced disruption on Monday as private bus operators and inter-district cab services initiated a 'chakka jam' protest against the government's plan to extend Smart City bus services to other districts. The transporters' association expressed concerns that the expansion could negatively impact their livelihoods. Auto-rickshaws and government buses continued operations as usual.
