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China Holds Steady: Benchmark Lending Rates Unchanged Amid Economic Balancing Act

China's central bank keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged for the ninth consecutive month, navigating economic slowdowns, currency strength, and domestic demand challenges.

TopFan Opens Its Fan-Community Platform to Individual Creators, Targeting the “Owned Audience” Boom

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 Revises Deal for Johnson Matthey’s Catalyst Business, Slashing Price to $1.79 Billion

Honeywell International Inc. has successfully renegotiated its...

Music & Theater

China’s Music Market Surges Ahead: A Look at Growth and Expansion

China's music industry is experiencing robust growth, with a significant increase in overall revenue and notable expansion across various sectors. The market's resilience and strategic development highlight its growing...

TopFan Opens Its Fan-Community Platform to Individual Creators, Targeting the “Owned Audience” Boom

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 Revises Deal for Johnson Matthey’s Catalyst Business, Slashing Price to $1.79 Billion

Honeywell International Inc. has successfully renegotiated its agreement to acquire Johnson Matthey Plc's Catalyst...

Israel’s Central Bank Holds Interest Rates Amid Escalating Iran Tensions

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.

Fed’s Waller Signals Potential Rate Pause: Labor Data Key to March Decision

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.

Madonna’s “Celebration” Tour: Ageless Charisma and Powerful Messages

Madonna, the Queen of Pop, took to the stage in London's O2 arena to commence her highly-anticipated "Celebration" tour, reminding everyone of her unparalleled...

Historic Bus from Paul McCartney’s 1972 Tour Heads to Auction

An emblematic artifact from the annals of rock history, the 1953 Bristol KSW double-decker bus, famously known as WNO 481, which carried Paul McCartney's...

Gilberto Gil’s Farewell Performance in London Resonates with History and Emotion

Gilberto Gil, a revered figure in Brazilian music, rendered a deeply sentimental farewell to London, reflecting not only on his illustrious career but also...

Tan Dun’s Enchanting Harmony: A Union of Martial Arts and Music through his Trilogy

With its first note struck, Tan Dun's Martial Arts Trilogy doesn't merely weave harmonies; it stitches together poignant tales, sharing narratives of love and...

Harmonizing Epochs: Traditional Piano Meets Digital Art in a Unique Beijing Music Festival Performance

Under the illustrious umbrella of the Beijing Music Festival, a novel tapestry of art unfolded, where the reverberations of traditional piano melodies intertwined with...

Reviving Ancient Echoes: A Musical Ode to Cai Wenji in the Heart of Beijing

In the venerable precincts of Beijing's Temple of Heaven, where the historic echos of the Divine Music Administration still linger, an ethereal blend of...

Jennie’s Triumph Return with “You & Me” and Her Flourishing Career Highlights

Blackpink’s Jennie, a multi-faceted artist and a globally recognized K-pop sensation, once again enamored her expansive fanbase, affectionately known as ‘Blinks,’ with the release...

Billie Eilish’s Musical Journey Immortalized in “Female Force” Comic Series

At a tender age of 21, Billie Eilish has not only conquered the global music scene but also gracefully danced her way into the...

The Final Curtain for Glenn Miller’s Orchestra: Music and Patriotism in 1942

1942 was a year fraught with tensions as World War II raged on, casting a shadow over many aspects of daily life, including the...

The Century-Long Legacy of “Memphis Blues”: Charting the Course of Blues Music

It's been 101 years, and the echoes of W.C. Handy's "Memphis Blues" still reverberate through time, evoking the soulful rhythms and melodies that heralded...

“Xiqudonglai”: A Theatrical Dive into China’s Culinary Legacy

In the heart of Beijing's cultural district, the Poly Theater played host to a unique theatrical experience, titled "Xiqudonglai", from September 15 to 20....

Usher Announced as Super Bowl 2024 Halftime Performer

In a grand revelation on Sunday, the National Football League (NFL), Apple Music, and Roc Nation jointly announced that the illustrious Grammy-winning sensation, Usher,...

IU’s Concert Film “The Golden Hour” Makes Global Cinema Splash

In the world of K-pop, few artists shine as brightly as IU. Her 2022 concert, titled “The Golden Hour: Under the Orange Sun,” mesmerized...

Beijing Fringe Festival: A Beacon for International Theater Enthusiasts

The 16th iteration of the Beijing Fringe Festival, known as a crown jewel in the realm of international theater, commenced with great fanfare at...

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