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Reading Time : 2 minutesCATL just shook up the EV world with three new battery techs. Their latest breakthroughs include a 5-minute charge lithium pack, a sodium-ion battery ready for mass production, and a dual-chemistry system offering up to 1,500 km range. These innovations could change how we drive, charge, and power electric vehicles across industries.
Reading Time : 2 minutesGlobal wine production in 2024 has fallen to its lowest level since 1961, driven by extreme weather and climate change impacts worldwide. Despite reduced output, the market remains balanced as consumption also declines. France faces steep losses, while Italy regains top producer status. The industry must adapt quickly to shifting conditions and changing consumer preferences to sustain its future.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Beijing hosted the world’s first humanoid robot half-marathon, where 21 robots ran alongside humans in separate lanes. Tiangong Ultra won with a 2-hour-40-minute finish, showcasing advanced robotics and battery swap technology. The race highlighted both impressive progress and ongoing challenges in robot endurance and stability, marking a new era in humanoid robot capabilities.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Oita Airport is now Hello Kitty central. The rebrand adds a Sanrio splash to Kyushu tourism during World Expo 2025, with themed interiors and exclusive goodies for fans.
Reading Time : 2 minutesDespite rising tariffs in 2025, e-commerce continues to surge as businesses adapt by diversifying suppliers and optimizing fulfillment. Consumers value online convenience and accelerate purchases ahead of price hikes. Temporary tariff suspensions and data-driven strategies help retailers manage costs, proving that innovation and agility enable e-commerce to thrive even amid challenging trade policies and increased import costs.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Nvidia’s $12B Chinese market lifeline has snapped after the U.S. blocked H20 chip exports, prompting a major loss and stock drop.
Reading Time : 2 minutes China’s decision to halt Boeing deliveries amid soaring U.S. tariffs marks a major escalation in the trade war. With billions in potential losses and soaring maintenance costs for Chinese airlines, Boeing faces a tough battle in its crucial China market. The tit-for-tat tariffs threaten global economic stability as both nations brace for prolonged conflict.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChinese TikTokers are exposing how luxury goods cost a fraction of their retail price to make. This viral trend could reshape how consumers buy high-end products.
Reading Time : 2 minutesPrivate equity is gaining traction among family offices and high-net-worth individuals seeking diversified returns in a volatile market.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Foreign investors are pulling away from U.S. assets as volatility, inflation fears, and trade uncertainty erode trust in the American economy. Confidence is slipping fast, and markets are feeling it.
Reading Time : 2 minutes As AI evolves, the value of liberal arts is resurging. Tech companies are turning to history, literature, and philosophy graduates to add empathy, ethics, and nuance to AI systems. This human-centric perspective ensures technology doesn’t lose sight of the values that define us. The future of AI might just be more about people than machines.
Reading Time : 3 minutes Tibetan thangka painting is a ritual of precision and devotion. From mineral pigments to sacred geometry, each canvas unfolds through discipline, meditation, and tradition. These artworks are not mere images but spiritual tools that bridge generations, revealing a timeless vision born of silence, repetition, and deep reverence for the unseen.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Singapore’s Changi Airport is more than a transit point—it’s a world-class destination. With gardens, shopping, spas, and even a waterfall, travelers are encouraged to arrive early and enjoy. Crowned World’s Best Airport for the 13th time, it continues to redefine the travel experience.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Fearing price hikes from new tariffs, many Americans are upgrading their iPhones sooner than planned. With costs of manufacturing in China skyrocketing, Apple may soon pass these increases on to consumers, prompting a retail panic.
Reading Time : 2 minutesTumblr’s revival is driven by Gen Z’s creativity and Millennials’ nostalgia, though challenges remain in sustaining growth amidst competition.