China's Spring Festival travel rush sets new records with billions of trips across rail, road, air, and waterways, highlighting a massive surge in domestic mobility.
President Xi Jinping extended Chinese New Year greetings for the Year of the Horse, reflecting on China's achievements in the past year and outlining future aspirations.
China releases new anti-monopoly guidelines for internet platforms, aiming to curb tech giant power and promote fair competition in the digital economy.
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi is scheduled to attend the 62nd Munich Security Conference in Germany and visit Hungary, signaling China's engagement in global security dialogues.
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison under national security law, drawing international condemnation and raising concerns over press freedom.
The U.S. has ordered non-emergency embassy staff to leave Beirut as tensions rise with Iran, citing increased regional security risks and potential threats from Hezbollah.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un re-elected as General Secretary of the Workers' Party, reaffirming his power amidst claims of nuclear advancements and a party leadership reshuffle.
Billionaire Les Wexner faces tough questions from lawmakers over his long ties with Jeffrey Epstein. Lawmakers allege Wexner enabled Epstein’s crimes, while Wexner claims he was deceived. Here’s the latest on the ongoing congressional inquiry.
China's central bank keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged for the ninth consecutive month, navigating economic slowdowns, currency strength, and domestic demand challenges.
TopFan is expanding its fan-community platform to individual creators, offering a direct-to-fan hub for paid communities, merch, livestreams, and audience data—highlighting the 2026 shift toward owned audiences and creator-controlled monetization.
The Bank of Israel holds interest rates steady at 4% due to escalating geopolitical uncertainty surrounding potential conflict with Iran, despite easing inflation and a strong shekel.
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller suggests a potential pause in interest rate hikes at the March meeting, contingent on upcoming labor market data. A strong jobs report could lead to holding rates steady, while weaker data might prompt a cut.
Netherlands returns a 3,500-year-old Egyptian sculpture, looted during the Arab Spring, after an international investigation and cooperation with Spanish authorities.
China’s commercial space industry drew global attention at a major Beijing expo featuring reusable rockets, satellite manufacturing and space applications, highlighting rapid growth across the private aerospace sector.
Francesca Lollobrigida wins Italy's first gold at Milan Cortina 2026, breaking the Olympic record in women's 3,000m speed skating and ending Dutch dominance.
Team GB's appeal to use new aerodynamic skeleton helmets at the 2026 Winter Olympics has been denied by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, upholding the IBSF's ban.
Relive the dazzling opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, featuring Mariah Carey, dual Olympic flames, and a celebration of Italian culture.
Hilary Knight ties the U.S. Olympic women's hockey scoring record as the USA defeats Finland 5-0 at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Read the full game recap and highlights.
Japan swept the top three spots in the men’s short program at the Four Continents Championships in Beijing, led by Kao Miura, setting up a tense free skate battle.
China's central bank keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged for the ninth consecutive month, navigating economic slowdowns, currency strength, and domestic demand challenges.
TopFan is expanding its fan-community platform to individual creators, offering a direct-to-fan hub for paid communities, merch, livestreams, and audience data—highlighting the 2026 shift toward owned audiences and creator-controlled monetization.
Honeywell International Inc. has successfully renegotiated its...
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TopFan is expanding its fan-community platform to individual creators, offering a direct-to-fan hub for paid communities, merch, livestreams, and audience data—highlighting the 2026 shift toward owned audiences and creator-controlled monetization.
The Bank of Israel holds interest rates steady at 4% due to escalating geopolitical uncertainty surrounding potential conflict with Iran, despite easing inflation and a strong shekel.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un re-elected as General Secretary of the Workers' Party, reaffirming his power amidst claims of nuclear advancements and a party leadership reshuffle.
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions will acquire QBE’s Global Trade Credit and Surety business, reinforcing its presence in specialty insurance across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK and expanding its credit risk offering.
Billionaire Les Wexner faces tough questions from lawmakers over his long ties with Jeffrey Epstein. Lawmakers allege Wexner enabled Epstein’s crimes, while Wexner claims he was deceived. Here’s the latest on the ongoing congressional inquiry.
British American Tobacco reaffirms its 2026 financial outlook, projecting steady growth in EPS and revenue while accelerating its strategic shift towards smokeless nicotine products.
Sensei Biotherapeutics acquires Faeth Therapeutics for $200M, bolstering its oncology pipeline with PIKTOR and securing crucial funding for clinical trials in endometrial and breast cancer.
RentAHuman is a new marketplace where AI agents hire humans for real-world tasks—from deliveries to promotions—highlighting how the agent economy could create new work, and why trust systems will matter.
Interactive Strength (TRNR) to acquire Ergatta in a deal valued up to $19.5 million, significantly boosting 2026 revenue projections past $30 million with a focus on recurring subscriptions and profitability.
Warner Bros. Discovery reopens deal talks with Paramount Skydance under a limited waiver from Netflix, aiming to secure the best offer for shareholders amidst ongoing merger discussions.
President Trump launches the Board of Peace's $5 billion Gaza reconstruction plan at its inaugural meeting, seeking to shape new pathways for recovery and international cooperation amid lingering controversy over local inclusion and lasting stability.
Congress is on the verge of a Department of Homeland Security shutdown due to a deadlock over immigration enforcement funding. Key agencies like TSA and FEMA face disruptions, with essential personnel working without pay.
