Reading Time : 2 minutesNajeonchilgi, Korea’s exquisite mother-of-pearl lacquerware, blends delicate craftsmanship with natural brilliance. This centuries-old art turns wood and shell into shimmering poetry, each piece reflecting light like captured moonlight. Behind its serene beauty lies an intricate process requiring patience, precision, and reverence for tradition, connecting past artistry with modern elegance.
Reading Time : 2 minutesElon Musk’s new vision for Tesla, “sustainable abundance,” imagines a world beyond scarcity, where AI and robots make goods, services, and care universally accessible. Centered on Tesla’s Optimus humanoid, it promises a future of automation-driven prosperity—if technology can rise to meet such an audacious goal.
Reading Time : 2 minutesThe AI surge isn’t just about smarter machines—it’s a massive race of money, power, and infrastructure. Giants like OpenAI, Nvidia, and Amazon are entangled in complex deals while energy demands soar. This growth raises tough questions: Who’s funding it? Can the system sustain itself? And what risks lie beneath the excitement of innovation?
Reading Time : 2 minutesReddit has sued Perplexity AI for allegedly scraping its content at an “industrial scale” to train models without permission. The case highlights growing tensions between AI companies and data-rich platforms seeking to protect and monetize their content, raising questions about ownership, fair use, and the ethical foundations of AI training.
Reading Time : 2 minutesThe Louvre heist is not about fortune—it’s about memory. When artifacts vanish, the silence they leave behind echoes across centuries, carrying the sorrow of what can never be replaced.
Reading Time : 2 minutesCambodia’s new Techo International Airport opened in September 2025, marking a $2 billion milestone for the country. Built south of Phnom Penh, it replaces the old airport with a modern design and expanded capacity. The project reflects Cambodia’s ambitions to strengthen tourism, trade, and connectivity across Southeast Asia.
Reading Time : 2 minutesAmazon plans to replace 600,000 potential hires with robots by 2027, aiming for 75% automation and billions in savings. The move signals a turning point in logistics and employment, raising questions about the future of human labor and whether society can adapt to an economy increasingly driven by machines.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina’s home prices dropped at their fastest pace in nearly a year, highlighting a deepening real estate crisis that threatens economic recovery. With weak demand, high inventories, and falling consumer confidence, the property slump could push Beijing toward stronger intervention as regional markets brace for broader ripple effects.
Reading Time : 2 minutesAs Diwali 2025 lights up India today, millions celebrate the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. Streets glow with oil lamps, fireworks fill the sky, and families come together to worship, feast, and share sweets in one of the most dazzling festivals of the year.
Reading Time : 2 minutesThe United States asked Taiwan to move half its chip production to America, citing security and supply chain concerns. Taiwan firmly rejected the request, defending its semiconductor dominance as both an economic asset and strategic shield. The standoff exposes growing tension between US self-sufficiency goals and Taiwan’s vital role in global technology.
Reading Time : 2 minutesGold’s total global value has exceeded $30 trillion for the first time, reflecting growing investor caution amid geopolitical tension and economic uncertainty. The milestone underscores a shift from risk to safety, as the world’s oldest store of value outpaces even the biggest tech firms in total worth.
Reading Time : 2 minutesJapan has officially urged OpenAI to stop using anime and manga without permission, calling for an opt-in model to protect artists’ rights. The government considers these works vital cultural treasures and seeks compensation mechanisms for creators. The move could reshape how global AI platforms handle copyrighted materials and creative heritage.
Reading Time : 2 minutesGoldman Sachs is restructuring its workforce under the OneGS 3.0 plan, blending job cuts with AI expansion. The move aims to modernize internal systems and enhance efficiency across banking operations. While some roles will vanish, others will emerge, reflecting a shift where AI augments human work rather than replacing it entirely in the evolving world of finance.
Reading Time : 2 minutesTim Cook’s Shanghai visit turned cultural when he received a custom Labubu figure from artist Kasing Lung at Pop Mart’s anniversary exhibit. The playful encounter, shared on Weibo, thrilled fans and even boosted Pop Mart’s stock — a reminder that Apple’s charm in China now extends well beyond technology into art and shared imagination.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina’s open-source AI ecosystem has overtaken the United States in developer numbers, innovation speed, and model performance. Companies like DeepSeek and Alibaba now rival top U.S. projects, driven by state support and efficiency breakthroughs. Though the U.S. still dominates frontier AI, the balance of innovation is increasingly tilting toward China.
