Sony Uses Data Analytics to Drive Success of Demon Slayer Film
Sony Pictures Entertainment leveraged extensive audience data to shape the marketing strategy for the new Demon Slayer movie, resulting in record‑breaking box‑office numbers. By analyzing social media trends, demographic...
Five New Attractions to Experience in Ho Chi Minh City
Travel writers highlight five fresh or recently revitalised spots for visitors to explore in Ho Chi Minh City, blending modern culture with historic charm. The list includes innovative cafés, pop‑up art galleries, revamp...
Japan Seeks South American Trade Pact to Secure Energy Resources
Tokyo is pushing for a new economic partnership with South American nations, focusing on access to energy commodities such as lithium, copper and natural gas. The initiative reflects Japan’s strategy to diversify supply ...
Kyoto Tourism Bottleneck Highlights Japan’s Wider Travel Struggles
A recent congestion problem at Kyoto’s major train station has exposed underlying challenges in Japan’s tourism infrastructure. Overcrowding, limited accommodation capacity and uneven regional promotion are straining the...
Japan and NATO Discuss Joint Use of Satellite Launch Facilities
NATO and Japanese officials are exploring possibilities for shared access to Japan’s satellite launch sites, aiming to strengthen cooperation in space security and improve launch capacity for allied missions. The talks c...
Indian MP Loses Millions of Instagram Followers After Switching Parties
After changing party affiliation, a prominent Indian lawmaker saw his Instagram follower count drop by several million, reflecting public backlash and the politicized nature of social media in India. Analysts suggest the...
Former Indian Adviser Calls for New Cooperation Frameworks Among States
A former senior adviser to the Indian government argues that existing international cooperation models are outdated and urges countries to create new frameworks that address emerging challenges such as technology competi...
Taiwan Opposition Votes to Slash Defense Budget Despite US Pressure
Taiwan’s main opposition party voted to reduce the defense budget proposed by President Lai Ching‑te, citing concerns over fiscal sustainability, even as the United States urged Taipei to maintain or increase spending am...
China’s April Exports Jump 14% Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty
Official Chinese customs data show a 14% rise in total exports for April, driven by strong demand for electronics and medical products, despite ongoing trade tensions and geopolitical risks. The surge helps China approac...
Huawei Dominates China’s Auto Show with ‘Huawei Inside’ Technology
At the latest China International Automobile Exhibition, Huawei showcased its “Huawei Inside” platform, integrating AI, cloud, and connectivity solutions into a wide range of vehicles from multiple manufacturers. The com...
PM urges austerity as Himanta Biswa Sarma sworn in as Assam chief minister
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated his call for nationwide austerity measures on May 11, 2026, while the state of Assam saw a new chief minister take office the following day. Himanta Biswa Sarma was sworn in as Ass...
Ten injured after truck collides with double‑decker bus outside Kwun Tong shopping centre
A traffic accident on May 11 injured ten people when a heavy goods vehicle struck a Kowloon Motor Bus (KMB) double‑decked bus outside Po Tat Shopping Centre in Kwun Tong, Hong Kong. Police received the emergency call at ...
K‑pop icon G‑Dragon gifts luxury apartments to long‑serving staff, sparking online debate
South Korean pop superstar G‑Dragon (Kwon Ji‑yong) announced on May 11 that he has gifted apartments worth several hundred million won to a group of long‑serving employees, an act that ignited a wave of commentary across...
Chinese Biologist Xu Xianzhong Returns to Shenzhen After US Lab Arrests
Renowned biologist Xu Xianzhong has taken up a senior research position at the Shenzhen Medical Academy of Research and Translation (SMART) on May 10, 2026, months after four of his former colleagues at the University of...
Hong Kong Ride‑Hailing Quota Debate Intensifies Ahead of Legislative Vote
Hong Kong’s Transport and Logistics Bureau released a draft proposal on May 9, 2026, outlining a quota system for ride‑hailing vehicles, sparking a clash between traditional taxi operators and platform companies such as ...
Japan Pushes New Central Intelligence Agency with FBI Endorsement
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced on May 8, 2026, a legislative package to transform the Cabinet Intelligence and Research Office (CIRO) into Japan’s first post‑World War II centralised intelligence agency. The mov...
Two cheetahs released in Kuno National Park as Madhya Pradesh declared ‘Cheetah State’
Madhya Pradesh’s Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan oversaw the release of two African‑origin cheetahs into Kuno National Park on May 11, marking a major milestone in India’s ambitious re‑introduction program. The feli...
Congress internal rift over chief ministerial candidate exposes party’s leadership crisis
A growing dispute within the Indian National Congress over the selection of a chief ministerial candidate in Andhra Pradesh has laid bare deep‑seated fault lines in the party’s hierarchy, according to a report published ...
US Court Hears Harassment Claims From Witness in Chinese Police Station Trial
A federal trial in New York on May 11, 2026, heard testimony from Lu Jianwang, a 64‑year‑old Chinese‑American activist who alleged he faced intimidation after protesting a suspected Chinese “secret police” station in the...
CK Hutchison Announces $5.8 B Exit From UK Mobile Market, Shares Surge
CK Hutchison Holdings disclosed on May 5, 2026, a plan to sell its 49 % stake in Vodafone‑Three to a consortium of investors for US$5.8 billion, marking the conglomerate’s exit from the UK mobile market. The announcement...