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The Chinese-made DJI drones used by US police face a MAGA-fuelled reckoning
If DJI fails to get FCC clearance by Christmas, it could join Huawei and ZTE on the agency’s list President Donald Trump’s administration…
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Clip of Australia leader banning visas for Pakistanis is AI-generated
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese promised a sweeping crackdown to stamp out extremism as the country reeled from the deadly…
Fashion
From Paris to London—Everyone With Taste Is Wearing This One Wardrobe Staple
If there's one wardrobe item I've learnt not to underestimate, it's a red cardigan. I'm not usually one for policing personal style—if…
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OpenAI inks deals with US colleges, seizing early lead in education market
The company has sold more than 700,000 ChatGPT licences to about 35 public universities OpenAI has established a beachhead at many US…
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Putin's annual Q&A with Russians is back. 2 issues are front and center.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is holding his annual Q&A as Russians grow restless over war and the economy. An independent poll shows…
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Which Beauty Brands and Influencers Won on Social Media in 2025?
Mac Cosmetics, with an MIV of $928.5 million, ranked second. The brand has been on a winning streak with its appointments, from naming…
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Toyota to import US-made cars after Trump gripe
JAPANESE car giant Toyota said on Friday it will begin importing three of its US-manufactured models into its home market next year, in an…
Fashion
Under-the-Radar Accessories - Julia Berolzheimer
Nour Hammour Coat, Valentino Jacket & Scarf (similar here), Victoria Beckham Pants (old, similar here and here), Hermes Bag (similar…
Beauty
The Aliens Are Coming! No, Not on 3I/Atlas, on the Runways!
I admit it. I was utterly swept up by the 3I/Atlas mania earlier this fall. Discovered over the summer, 3I/Atlas is a rare interstellar…
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Bank of Japan hikes interest rates to 30-year-high of 0.75%
THE Bank of Japan on Friday hiked interest rates to 0.75 per cent, marking the first increase since January and its highest level in 30…
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Bank of Japan raises interest rates to 30-year high, signals more hikes
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised interest rates on Friday (Dec 19) to levels unseen in three decades and signalled its readiness for further…
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BOJ raises interest rates to 30-year high, signals more hikes
It offers a slightly more upbeat view on the economy than at its previous meeting in October The Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised interest rates…
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Asian markets rise as US inflation eases, Micron soothes tech fears
ASIAN markets rose on Friday as a below-forecast read on US inflation boosted hopes for another interest rate cut next month, while…
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Ukraine is building nearly 1,000 specialized drones a day to counter Russia's Iranian Shaheds
Ukraine says it supplies its troops with nearly 1,000 interceptor drones a day. It's a major milestone for the anti-Shahed tech, which was…
Culture
Baht soars to 3-year high against Singdollar as it climbs on gold spike, yuan strength
Thai currency’s rise is fuelled by a soft US dollar, recent Fed easing and sharp acceleration in gold prices The baht’s rally has pushed…
Culture
Trump praises Fed Governor Waller as ‘great’ after interview for Fed Chair
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he interviewed Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller a day earlier as a candidate to…
Business
EU leaders agree on 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine after a plan to use Russian assets unravels
BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union leaders agreed on Friday to provide a massive interest-free loan to Ukraine to meet its military and…
Fashion
I Thrifted an $8 Sears Outfit for an Hermès Holiday Party—Here's How I Styled It
Have you ever landed on a TikTok so good you're shocked it hasn't already gone viral? Yeah, that's what I felt like when I stumbled upon a…
Culture
DFI Retail pulls Mannings out of mainland China; Guardian continues Singapore ops
DFI Retail Group’s beauty and health brand Mannings on Wednesday (Dec 17) announced the closure of all its stores across mainland China,…
Culture
Coliwoo disposes Pasir Panjang co-living space in S$43.9 million sale-and-leaseback deal
It will sell its 80% stake in Coliwoo PP, which owns and manages Coliwoo Hotel Pasir Panjang Co-living operator Coliwoo has entered into a…
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Coliwoo disposes Pasir Panjang co-living hotel space in S$43.9 million sale-and-leaseback deal
Estimated net proceeds of S$15.3 million will be used to repay working capital loans owed to LHN Group and for general working capital…
Business
Jewish group demands East Bay mayor resign after posts on Bondi Beach shooting
Bay Area Jewish leaders are calling on Richmond Mayor Eduardo Martinez to resign after he reposted several LinkedIn posts promoting…
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Trump signs massive $901 billion defense policy bill into law
President Trump signed the National Defense Authorization Act into law Thursday, ensuring the Pentagon gets a whopping $901 billion for…
Culture
Stoneweg Europe Stapled Trust divests office asset in Italy for 34 million euros
Following the divestment, the trust’s exposure to Italy will fall from 18% to 17% The managers of Stoneweg Europe Stapled Trust (Sert) on…