Middle East
US rescues second crew member from downed F-15E in high-risk Iran operation
The United States has successfully rescued the second crew member of a downed F-15E fighter jet inside Iran, concluding a...
On this day
Yoshiro Mori’s sudden rise reshapes Japan’s political leadership
Yoshiro Mori, a senior figure within the Liberal Democratic Party, assumed office as Prime Minister of Japan in April 2000,...
Russia
Telegram founder warns of systemic disruption as Russia tightens internet controls
Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, has publicly stated that recent disruptions to payment systems in Russia were triggered by...
Financial insights
Global markets brace for volatile Monday open as oil shock dominates sentiment
Global financial markets are expected to open...
MSTRpay
The dollar is cracking — and MSTRpay is building for what comes next
The global financial system is not collapsing, but it is undergoing a structural transition—one that is gradually reshaping how value...
Indonesia
AI forces Indonesia’s copyright reset as parliament moves to modernise law
Indonesia is accelerating a major overhaul of its intellectual property framework as artificial intelligence reshapes the foundations of the creative...
LATAM
US secures rare earths supply through $565mn Brazil mining deal
The United States has moved to strengthen its access to critical minerals by backing a $565 million loan to a...
Africa
Nigeria selected to host IATF2027 as Africa deepens trade integration
Nigeria has been officially named host of the fifth edition of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2027), reinforcing its position as...
Climate & Energy
Rust-powered batteries could reshape Europe’s energy storage landscape
A Dutch startup is advancing a new generation of long-duration batteries based on iron and air, offering a potential breakthrough...
Blockchain
Bitcoin whales absorb heavy losses as market pressures intensify
Large Bitcoin holders have recorded average daily losses of $337 million during the first quarter of 2026, highlighting renewed stress...
AI
China sharpens AI ambitions in latest five-year plan
China has outlined an expansive roadmap for artificial intelligence deployment in its latest national strategy, reinforcing its ambition to become...
Business of the week
From gaming startup to tech powerhouse: VNG’s rise defines Vietnam’s digital ambition
Few companies illustrate Vietnam’s transformation into a digital economy as clearly as VNG, a business that began as a small...
Newshub long read
Cuba and the United States: a century of proximity, conflict and cautious re-engagement
The relationship between Cuba and the United States is one of the most complex and enduring geopolitical narratives in modern...
HIdden financial giants
Telegram founder warns of systemic disruption as Russia tightens internet controls
Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, has publicly stated that recent disruptions to payment systems in Russia were triggered by...
Sweden’s Cuba stance under fire as “soft blockade” claim gains traction
Sweden’s travel advisory against Cuba is facing mounting criticism, with journalist Kajsa Ekis Ekman arguing that the measure functions less...
Russia rejects Easter truce with renewed drone strikes
Russia responded to Ukraine’s proposed Easter truce with a wave of drone attacks, underscoring the continued intensity of the conflict...
Sweden’s prime minister opens door to far-right role in government
Sweden’s prime minister has proposed a political arrangement that could see a far-right party with neo-Nazi roots enter government, marking...
Artemis II: Nasa prepares humanity’s return to deep space
Nasa’s Artemis II mission represents the first crewed journey beyond low Earth orbit in more than 50 years, marking a...
Russia’s sovereign internet push accelerates as digital isolation deepens
As of March 2026, Russia has not fully disconnected from the global internet, but it is rapidly advancing toward a...
Hidden giants in Finance: Ant Group
While China’s financial system is often associated with large state-owned banks, one of the most influential forces in the country’s...
HDFC Bank: India’s hidden financial giant powering a banking revolution
While global attention often focuses on India’s technology sector, one of the country’s most powerful financial institutions has quietly grown...