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.
China launches a comprehensive crackdown on medical insurance fraud, targeting mental health institutions and the over-prescription of high-cost drugs to ensure healthcare fund integrity.
China launches its fourth experimental reusable spacecraft, nicknamed 'Shenlong', on a secretive orbital mission, continuing its advancements in space technology.
China removes three senior defense industry figures from its legislature as part of an escalating anti-corruption probe targeting the military-industrial complex.
Beijing and Tokyo engage in diplomatic disputes over Taiwan, leading to the withdrawal of a US missile system from Japan and heightened regional tensions.
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party achieves a historic landslide victory in a snap election, securing a supermajority and paving the way for a conservative agenda.
The EU is scrutinizing TikTok's "addictive design," potentially leading to significant fines and mandatory changes to its core features under the Digital Services Act.
El Al faces a potential $39 million fine from Israel's Competition Authority for alleged price gouging during the Gaza war, exploiting a near-monopoly on flights.
Former President Donald Trump reverses his stance, now publicly endorsing the $6.2 billion Nexstar-Tegna broadcast merger, citing a need for increased competition.
Tesla launches a new AI training center in China to boost its Full Self-Driving capabilities, addressing data localization laws and intensifying competition in the EV market.
Hong Kong is set to issue its first stablecoin licenses in March 2026, as part of its strategy to become a leading crypto hub. Learn more about the regulatory framework and licensing process.
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.
Tesla launches a new AI training center in China to boost its Full Self-Driving capabilities, addressing data localization laws and intensifying competition in the EV market.
Explore why the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to hold interest rates steady, influenced by a new trade deal and strong economic growth, while focusing on policy transmission.
Beijing and Tokyo engage in diplomatic disputes over Taiwan, leading to the withdrawal of a US missile system from Japan and heightened regional tensions.
Tesla launches a new AI training center in China to boost its Full Self-Driving capabilities, addressing data localization laws and intensifying competition in the EV market.
Hong Kong is set to issue its first stablecoin licenses in March 2026, as part of its strategy to become a leading crypto hub. Learn more about the regulatory framework and licensing process.
Explore why the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to hold interest rates steady, influenced by a new trade deal and strong economic growth, while focusing on policy transmission.
A partial government shutdown is impacting IRS staffing and operations during tax season, raising concerns about potential delays in tax refunds and processing. Learn more about the current situation and what it means for taxpayers.
Global interest-rate policy is diverging in early 2026, with Australia turning to hikes, Europe holding steady, and markets watching mid-year for the next U.S. move. The split is reshaping expectations for currencies, bonds, and growth.
Oil prices rebounded after a sharp drop as traders weighed Middle East maritime risks, renewed diplomatic signals, and supply concerns tied to Russia and OPEC+ policy.
Brazil’s central bank held its benchmark rate at 15% and signaled easing could begin in March, while stressing it will keep policy restrictive until disinflation is secured and expectations are anchored.
Commodities slumped as gold and silver plunged from record highs, with margin hikes and a stronger dollar amplifying the selloff and dragging global stocks into a broader risk-off move.
Gold pulled back sharply after hitting record highs near $5,600 as profit-taking and a dollar rebound hit overheated trades, even as the metal remained on track for a historic monthly gain.
The S&P 500 is hovering near 7,000 after its first intraday break above the milestone, fueled by AI optimism and rate-cut expectations as investors look to earnings and macro data for the next catalyst.
Prediction markets are facing renewed scrutiny after reports that “privileged” users may have profited from well-timed bets on war and diplomacy, fueling calls for clearer rules and explicit insider-trading bans.
Wall Street fell as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq slid on fears that Big Tech’s soaring AI spending will take longer to pay off, with Microsoft and software stocks leading declines while the Dow also dipped.
Wall Street lifted the S&P 500 to a record and closer to 7,000 as earnings rolled in and the Fed meeting began, while the Dow slipped after health insurers sank on Medicare Advantage news.
Gold surged above $5,100 to a new all-time high as investors rushed into safe havens amid geopolitical tension, a weaker dollar, central bank buying and renewed ETF inflows.
The US and Europe are increasing outreach to Brazil for critical minerals and rare earths, aiming to build alternative supply chains as competition for strategic resources intensifies.
