China-Asean relations extend beyond geopolitical tensions and trade opportunities, encompassing food systems, satellites, aircraft, universities, finance, culture, and infrastructure. Southeast Asia navigates these multifaceted interactions, aiming to benefit from China's growth while maintaining control over its choices.
Advocates warn that US public health resources are failing to keep pace with the rapid growth of online gambling, particularly prediction markets. Despite Donald Trump's endorsement of these platforms, which are expanding into states with long-standing gambling prohibitions, resources for problem gambling remain critically underfunded, leading to concerns about addiction spiraling out of control.
A Bengaluru tech professional shared their 12-year career journey on Reddit, starting with a ₹5,000 monthly salary and reaching a ₹45 lakh annual package and ₹70 lakh net worth. The post details career breaks, job loss, and personal reflections on salary growth and education.
A Bengaluru tech professional shared their 12-year career journey on Reddit, detailing a rise from a ₹5,000 monthly salary to a ₹45 lakh annual package and ₹70 lakh net worth, including setbacks like job loss. The post highlights the impact of career breaks, self-doubt, and the pursuit of higher education.
Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth admitted the company mishandled the rollout of its new Applied AI division, causing chaos and undermining trust. He pledged to improve culture, communication, and career growth, while also addressing employee concerns about AI job displacement and new keystroke-tracking software.
Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp. saw significant sales growth in India from January to May, largely due to high demand for their SUV models like the Creta, Venue, Seltos, and Sonet. Hyundai ranked fourth and Kia sixth in the Indian passenger vehicle market.
Bitdeer mined significantly more Bitcoin in May 2026 (921 BTC) compared to May 2025 (196 BTC), but ended May 2026 holding substantially fewer coins (171 BTC) than a year prior (1,351 BTC). This highlights the company's pivot towards AI infrastructure, where AI revenue may offset the need to sell mined Bitcoin.
New research identifies a brain circuit in the hypothalamus that regulates growth hormone release during deep sleep. This hormone is crucial for muscle repair, bone strength, fat metabolism, and potentially cognitive function, highlighting sleep's active role in bodily rebuilding and metabolic health.
A Guardian investigation reveals that areas voting to leave the EU have experienced faster relative growth in foreign workers since the 2016 referendum, despite expectations. These areas have also become relatively more deprived over the same period, with migration increasing significantly, particularly on health and care visas.
Contrasting diplomatic approaches were highlighted by the G7 summit in France and the Russia-ASEAN partnership anniversary in Kazan. The G7 faced protocol mishaps and internal divisions, while Russia-ASEAN celebrated expanding ties, showcasing ASEAN's intergovernmental model as an alternative to the EU.
India's 2026 economic outlook hinges on monsoon performance, with El Niño posing a significant risk. The NSE report notes a younger, more diverse investor base expanding beyond traditional markets, yet trading activity remains concentrated among a few large investors.
A KPMG report indicates India's housing sector is set for a significant transformation driven by urbanization and policy reforms. Key focus areas include affordable housing and rental housing development, with recommendations for regulatory improvements and increased investment.
India's passport ranks 80th globally, offering visa-free access to 56 countries. Despite economic growth, its passport mobility has lagged behind other major economies due to factors like per-capita income, diplomatic relations, and visa policies, not just GDP.
India ranks 80th globally in the Henley Passport Index, with access to 56 countries visa-free. Despite economic growth, its passport mobility has lagged behind other major economies due to factors like per-capita income, diplomatic relations, and visa policies.
A Jefferies report indicates China's domestic economy struggles with weak consumer spending, property activity, and credit demand, despite robust export growth, particularly in semiconductors. Retail sales declined in May, and consumer confidence fell, signaling persistent challenges.
Amazon's $8 billion investment in AI startup Anthropic is now worth $74.2 billion on paper, reflecting Anthropic's meteoric rise in valuation. The partnership also includes cloud infrastructure services and AI chip commitments.
Spain's tourism minister, Jordi Hereu, is pushing to diversify the country's appeal beyond traditional "sun and sand" offerings as it anticipates a record 100 million foreign visitors. The strategy aims for "calm growth" to manage overtourism concerns and climate impacts, focusing on inland and cultural experiences.
The world's population, projected to reach 8.3 billion by 2026, may be a historical anomaly. Experts suggest that if low fertility rates persist, global population could decline naturally, impacting economic and technological development.
Vietnam and Russia explored ways to enhance their cooperation during bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan. Discussions focused on strengthening political trust, defense, security, and expanding economic ties, including in energy, mining, and transport.
The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington D.C. has turned green due to an algae bloom, a phenomenon experts attribute to "New Pond Syndrome" and conditions like shallow, stagnant water, sunlight, and a new darker interior surface. The Trump administration is employing hydrogen peroxide and nanobubble technology to combat the algae, a recurring issue for the pool.
The Bank of Russia anticipates a GDP increase of 0.5% by the end of the first six months of 2026, according to Central Bank chief Elvira Nabiullina. The economy has already entered positive territory in April, with an estimated growth of 0.3% from January to April.
Government analysis suggests a third Heathrow runway could boost GDP by only 0.05%, a 90% reduction from previous estimates. The project's net present value is estimated between -£23.4bn and -£62.5bn, with social and environmental impacts outweighing economic benefits.
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani outlined a future focused on AI, satellite connectivity, and clean energy at the 49th AGM. Jio Platforms filed for a potential $4 billion IPO, India's largest ever. Ambani also signaled a nearing completion of leadership transition to his children.
China's Ministry of Commerce introduces 17 measures to integrate AI into consumer goods, retail, and commerce, focusing on smart products, robots, and subsidies to boost consumption growth.
