Why Is E-Commerce Surging Despite New Tariffs?

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.

Grinning Through Winter : The Devil Masks of Lithuania

Reading Time : 2 minutes Carved in wood and steeped in ancient tradition, Lithuania’s demon masks are more than eerie souvenirs—they’re bold symbols of folk resilience and ritual mischief. Worn during the raucous Užgavėnės festival, these exaggerated faces chase away winter with laughter, pancakes, and a wink at the old gods.

China Halts Boeing Deliveries Amid Trade War Escalation

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.

Liberal Arts Make a Comeback in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

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.

Layers of Devotion in Tibetan Thangka Painting

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.

Singapore Changi : The Airport Everyone Wants to Visit

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.

Crystals and Cosmos Collide in Sara Shakeel’s Art

Reading Time : 2 minutes Sara Shakeel’s debut in Hong Kong dazzles with crystal-studded planets and embroidered galaxies. “The Jewel System” and “Genesis in Jewels” merge cosmic wonder with South Asian artistry, offering a deeply personal and visually rich experience at ArtisTree and Two Taikoo Place, from March 22 to April 27, 2025.

Belgium Faces Economic Strain from U.S. Tariffs

Reading Time : 2 minutesBelgium is bracing for economic turbulence as new U.S. tariffs threaten to slash its export revenue and shave billions off its GDP. With key sectors like chemicals and machinery at risk, officials warn of serious repercussions. The EU is rallying for a coordinated response while the ECB signals concern over inflation and growth. It’s a tense moment for Belgian trade and political stability.

Nvidia’s AI Storm : Chips, Markets, and Delayed Dreams

Reading Time : 2 minutes Nvidia’s stock volatility reveals deeper concerns about how fast AI is actually being adopted. As export fears and new tariffs loom, investors grow impatient with the slow real-world payoff from cutting-edge AI tech.