China's Ministry of State Security claims overseas groups are funding influencers to promote "lying flat" to hinder national development. However, social media users attribute their fatigue to domestic issues, not foreign influence.
SK Group reported a 23.8% increase in social value to 32.2 trillion won ($20.9 billion) in 2025, driven by improved earnings from affiliates like SK hynix and accelerated sustainability initiatives. The conglomerate has been disclosing its nonfinancial performance since 2018.
The Supreme Court recognized homemakers as 'nation builders', ruling that the loss of their domestic care services should be a separate compensation head in motor accident claims, with a notional monthly income of Rs 30,000.
BHP quietly shelved plans for an iron ore beneficiation plant in Western Australia, despite it being rated highly for social value and alignment with its climate goals. The project would have drastically cut customer emissions but was deemed to have marginal economics.
