Economy

XRP price slips to $1.86 despite institutional ETF assets hitting $1.25 billion. Strong resistance at $1.90 and high selling volume are keeping the market in a tight range.

Local residents in Debrecen, Hungary are fighting back against CATL's massive battery plant over pollution and water scarcity fears, despite a $17 billion investment surge.

A severe winter storm hits the U.S. Northeast on Dec 27, 2025, causing massive airline cancellations and disrupting holiday travel and logistics.

Explore the shift from memecoin speculation to stablecoin utility. Following the GENIUS Act, the stablecoin market has grown to $300B, attracting giants like Visa and Mastercard.

Japanese households hold ¥90.53 trillion ($579B) in 'hidden assets' or unused goods, according to Mercari. Fashion and hobby items lead the value, while ¥10T faces disposal by 2025.

Over 9,000 flights were disrupted across the US due to a severe winter storm. Major airlines like Delta and JetBlue are facing massive cancellations, impacting holiday travel and regional logistics.

Europe faces a critical choice between its world-leading climate goals and the massive energy needs of the AI revolution. Analysts warn of a retreat from green policies.

Over 8,000 flights were canceled or delayed in the US due to Winter Storm Devin. NYC expects 10 inches of snow, while airlines like JetBlue and Delta face major disruptions.

A major Brazilian oil union has rejected Petrobras's offer to end its strike. Read the analysis on how this stalemate impacts global energy supply and Petrobras's market position.

Taipei's Michelin-starred Fujin Tree opens its second Tokyo branch and sets sights on New York and London. Discover how founder Jay Wu is taking elevated Taiwanese cuisine to the global stage.

Thrift store traffic jumped 11% this holiday season as American shoppers pivoted away from traditional malls due to high prices and tariff concerns.

Record-breaking bear attacks in Japan are driving a surge in demand for deterrent technologies. From innkeepers to local governments, the fight for safety is creating a new niche market.