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China Intensifies Crackdown on Celebrity Gossip and Chaotic Fan Culture

China's cyberspace regulator is intensifying its crackdown on online content, targeting celebrity gossip and the "fan circle" culture. Platforms like Weibo and Kuaishou have faced scrutiny and disciplinary actions...

US Mortgage Rates Stop Rising, Nudging Homebuyer Demand Back

US mortgage rates eased slightly this week, halting a run of increases and drawing modest homebuyer and refinance demand back into a subdued market.

Eli Lilly Sues Six Companies Over Illegal Sales of Experimental Obesity Drug

Eli Lilly has sued six companies for allegedly selling versions of retatrutide, an experimental obesity drug still under clinical development and unapprove

Tencent Beats Revenue Estimates on Games and AI Ads Despite 26% Stock Slide

Tencent topped revenue expectations on gaming and AI-driven advertising, even as shares fell 26% amid rising AI spending and fierce competition in China.

FlightAware Withdraws Lawsuit Against Kalshi Over Flight-Cancellation Betting Markets

FlightAware has dropped its lawsuit accusing prediction-market platform Kalshi of using its data without authorization to power flight-cancellation betting

Celine Song and Dakota Johnson Explore Modern Love in Materialists

Before becoming an Oscar-nominated filmmaker, Celine Song lived the life of a playwright in New York City, working various side jobs to support her...

Sotheby’s Halts Auction of Buddha-Linked Jewels Following India’s Objection

Sotheby’s has postponed the auction of a highly controversial collection of ancient jewels believed to be associated with the corporeal relics of the Buddha,...

Rihanna Reveals Pregnancy at 2025 Met Gala Celebrating Black Style

The 2025 Met Gala brought a vibrant celebration of Black style and tailoring to the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, with celebrities...

David Attenborough’s New Film “Ocean” Offers Hope for the Planet’s Seas

Renowned British naturalist David Attenborough, now 99, unveils a powerful new film titled Ocean, focusing on the immense challenges and surprising resilience of the...

Rediscovering Casabe: Cuba’s Ancient Yucca Bread Makes a Comeback

In the heart of old Havana, a small restaurant is reviving a centuries-old tradition with a humble yet deeply meaningful dish—casabe. This simple, circular...

Elderly Embrace Figure Skating in Japan Inspired by Anime and Champions

In Japan, figure skating is no longer just for the young. Adults well into their 70s and 80s are enthusiastically taking to the ice,...

Discover the Delicate Charm of Cardamom in Aebleskivers

Cardamom is a spice I deeply enjoy, even if I don’t reach for it often. I tend to add just a hint of the...

Weak Hero Class 2: Park Ji-hoon’s Emotional Return in Netflix’s Gritty School Drama

Weak Hero Class 2 marks a powerful comeback for the hit Korean school drama, which first captivated audiences on Wavve in 2022. Now streaming...

Crimson Tide Turns 30: A Chillingly Relevant Nuclear Thriller

Thirty years after its release, Crimson Tide remains strikingly relevant. Directed by Tony Scott and released in May 1995, the submarine thriller imagines a...

GTA VI Release Delayed to May 2026 Amid Soaring Fan Anticipation

The highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed until May 2026, according to an announcement from Rockstar Games. The latest...

Liu Dan Showcases Four Decades of Ink Mastery in Landmark Hong Kong Exhibition

Renowned Chinese ink artist Liu Dan is currently presenting his largest solo exhibition to date at Phillips Asia Headquarters in Hong Kong’s West Kowloon...

The Dumpling Queen: A Melodramatic Biopic of Wanchai Ferry’s Founder

In "The Dumpling Queen," veteran director Andrew Lau Wai-keung attempts to bring to life the remarkable story of Zang Jianhe, the founder of the...

929 Bar: A Hidden Cantonese Pop Culture Haven in Long Island City

In the heart of Long Island City, New York, a hidden gem named 929 combines a love for music, culture, and cocktails. Tucked behind...

South Korea’s Growing Medical Tourism: Plastic Surgery Takes the Lead

South Korea has long been known for its technological exports such as cars, ships, and semiconductors, but in recent years, a new contender has...

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