An internet-addicted, working-class teenager from a debt-ridden family in China has transformed himself into a top influencer with 25 million followers, creating a social media legend along the way. Lan Zhanfei, 33, has been dubbed “the freest man on the internet” and “the ambassador of freedom” thanks to the huge popularity of videos of him…
JAKARTA (Reuters) -Indonesia has detected radioactive contamination at a sprawling industrial zone near the capital Jakarta, found to have high levels of Caesium-137 (Cs-137), a manmade radionuclide. Here are some facts about what we know so far: – In August, two sites were found to be contaminated with high levels of Cs-137. Indonesia’s environment minister…
China’s demographic trends in 2024 reveal a complex picture of population decline, aging, and regional divergence. Investors can gain strategic insights by analyzing demographic shifts at the provincial and city levels. This article highlights where opportunities are emerging based on labor force dynamics, migration, and consumer profiles. China’s demographic landscape in 2024 continues to evolve,…
Over £10 million in water company fines has been channelled into cleanup projects to repair the damage done by sewage– directly benefitting communities and the environment which have been harmed by rule breaking. Through the Water Restoration Fund, money from fines handed to five water companies will fund 51 projects across England, from active measures…
Latest move underscores efforts to normalise ties and draw closer in wake of Trump’s policies, stiff tariffs. Published On 3 Oct 20253 Oct 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share India and China plan to resume direct flights this month between some of their cities after a five-year suspension as relations between…
Published On 3 Oct 20253 Oct 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Worldwide protests have erupted following Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza, with demonstrators demanding stronger sanctions against Israel. Across continents from Europe to Australia and South America, crowds gathered on Thursday to protest…
China has begun construction of its fourth aircraft carrier, the nuclear-powered Type 004, a warship that analysts say could mark a turning point in the balance of naval power in the Indo-Pacific. The Type 004 may not be just another carrier. It’s the vessel that could turn China’s fleet into a global navy. Oct 03, 2025 10:42 Updated Oct 03, 2025 11:33 5 min…
Published on: Oct 03, 2025 01:57 pm IST The apps were used to anonymously report the movements of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, and had become increasingly popular. Apple removed on Thursday several apps used to anonymously report the movements of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from its app store, reportedly…
Hello from Tokyo. U.S. President Donald Trump late last month signed a proclamation significantly revising the H-1B visa program, which is essential for tech engineers and other highly skilled professionals looking to ply their trade in America. The visa application fees have been drastically increased, making it far harder for overseas talent to work in…
JAKARTA (Reuters) -Indonesia said it has suspended TikTok’s registration status as an electronic system provider after it failed to hand over all data relating to the use of its live stream feature, though the social media app was still accessible to users on Friday. Alexander Sabar, an official at Indonesia’s communications and digital ministry, said…