Hollywood gears up for the 2025 Oscars, featuring a star-studded guest list, a class photo full of quirks, and potential Oscar glory for the upcoming film adaptation of "Wicked". Read more...

Saudi Arabia and the UAE face a unique opportunity to diversify beyond oil, but recent profit drops at Saudi Aramco highlight the challenges ahead. Can they build a sustainable future? Read more...

Donald Trump's potential return to power is casting a long shadow, influencing everything from European defense spending to strategic mineral competition with China. Read more...

S Hotels & Resorts announces record revenue for 2024, driven by global tourism, and Tianhe district in Guangzhou focuses on modernizing industries. Read more...

The Spanish government is seeking to elevate its Telefónica representative while Japan grapples with a record low birth rate, highlighting key business and societal challenges. Plus, a VAT measure for self-employed individuals in Spain is suspended. Read more...

This article explores recent developments in Arctic science, from debunking misinformation about increasing ice to the possibility of genetically engineered, mammoth-like elephants. It also touches on plant photosynthesis in the Arctic darkness and Czech schoolchildren excelling in robotics. Read more...

The Conservative party challenges special sentencing for ethnic and transgender offenders. Plus, an art lecturer loses her discrimination claim after accusing a colleague of racism. Read more...

American scientists are making progress toward reviving the woolly mammoth while the US South braces for severe storms. Plus, a look at GMO corn and a breakthrough in treating spinal muscular atrophy. Read more...

Microsoft launches new Surface Pro and Laptop devices with Intel Core Ultra Series 2 and announces the end of Skype, shifting focus to Teams. Plus, a new 'sudo' command for Windows! Read more...

England welcomes beavers back after centuries, a judge halts Trump's mass firings, and Nauru sells citizenship to combat rising sea levels. Read more...

From a Stonehenge-like burial site in Denmark to narwhal tusk discoveries and triple tropical storms near Australia, science delivers fascinating insights this week. Read more...

Market trends show a mixed bag: the Malaysian ringgit is up, hedge funds are slightly less bullish, and Bangladeshi factories are increasing automation, impacting workers. OFS Capital earnings reveal weakness. Read more...

This week's entertainment news includes a satirical podcast update, new book releases covering diverse themes, and a relationship update involving Andrew Sachs's granddaughter. Read more...

Explore diverse narratives of transformation, from a teen mom's comic to Cuban street photography and a Chinese woman's eco-friendly lifestyle. Plus, insights on relationships and intimacy. Read more...

This week's health news includes a look at the high rate of myopia in Taiwan, the UK facing a second norovirus wave, and social media influencers promoting questionable health tests. We also explore personal stories of overcoming illness and disability. Read more...

From a bride's touching wedding gesture for her dying father to the global journey of "The Little Prince" and the enduring legacy of Bridget Jones, discover stories of love, loss, and literary impact. Read more...

Apple faces scrutiny and competition but maintains strong earnings and customer satisfaction. Warren Buffett holds steady, while Apple Intelligence aims to boost iPhone sales. Read more...

Hollywood is buzzing with news, from the tragic passing of Gene Hackman and his wife, to Zoe Saldaña's Oscar win, and a "Wicked" TV series with a twist. Read more...

Following a heated exchange between Trump and Zelensky, European nations have largely reaffirmed their support for Ukraine, with some analysts suggesting NATO should learn from Russia's air strategies. Read more...

Banks invest heavily in digital platforms after payday glitches, while Wales' largest theme park closes due to economic challenges. A mixed bag of business news. Read more...