Pop superstar Katy Perry is lighting up 2025 with her spectacular The Lifetimes Tour — a high-energy, video game–inspired concert series that’s taking her across the globe. The tour kicked off in Mexico City on April 23, 2025, in support of her latest album 143, and will wrap up in Abu Dhabi on December 7, 2025. Each show is a …

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is fast becoming a hub for global trade, and its strategy is clear — form deep, fast-moving economic partnerships. Its Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPA) with countries across Asia and the ASEAN region are reshaping how businesses trade, invest, and grow. This isn’t just about oil or re-exports anymore. UAE’s CEPA agreements are opening new …

Singapore may be known for its iconic skyline and futuristic attractions, but beyond Marina Bay Sands and Sentosa lies a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be explored. From serene nature reserves and abandoned reservoirs to quirky cultural parks and secret beaches, these lesser-known spots offer a more intimate and authentic experience of the Lion City. Whether you’re a …

TikTok has grown from a lip-sync app to a global cultural powerhouse. With over 1.8 billion users worldwide, it has become the go-to platform for viral content, reshaping entertainment, music, marketing, and even news.  TikTok’s unique algorithm, trend-driven design, and global creator ecosystem allow trends to emerge overnight and spread like wildfire, outpacing platforms like Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts …

The IPO market is roaring back in 2025, with tech, fintech, and space companies leading the charge. For ASEAN investors, this global resurgence offers unique signals, strategic opportunities, and cautionary lessons. Below are the top 10 IPOs from around the world that are making headlines—and what ASEAN markets and investors should take note of. 1. Figma (USA) Sector: UI/UX Design …

As global economic growth remains modest in 2025, a handful of nations stand out for their exceptional momentum. Driven by post-conflict rebuilding, resource booms, tourism rebounds, and infrastructure investments, emerging economies are outpacing expectations.  This article highlights the 10 fastest-growing economies in 2025, comparing them with their previous-year performance and spotlighting the sectors propelling growth , from oil and gas …

1. Reciprocal Tariffs & “Liberation Day” (April 2025) On April 2, 2025, President Trump unveiled a sweeping tariff regime—nicknamed “Liberation Day”—imposing a 10% baseline tariff on virtually all imports, and steeper country-specific tariffs of up to 30% on Chinese goods, 20% on Vietnam, 50% on India, 19% on Thailand. Certain goods—like autos, steel, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors—were exempted.These tariffs went into …

The summer’s most talked about denim ad does not just sell jeans – it has sparked a fiery cultural debate online. American Eagle’s latest campaign featuring Sydney Sweeney is making the rounds on social media, but not all netizens are impressed. Launched on July 23, the ad carries the headline: “SYDNEY Sweeney HAS GREAT JEANS”. In this campaign clip, the …

Flying is safe, but not all airports are easy to land on. Around the world, there are airports so tricky that even the most experienced pilots need full focus and precision. From narrow runways on mountain cliffs to airstrips by the ocean waves, these airports test every bit of a pilot’s skill. For travelers across ASEAN countries who love aviation, …

Four people are dead and about 100 others are missing as a fast-paced sludge smashed into India’s Himalayan region on Tuesday. A cloudburst has been identified as the potential cause of this disaster that happened in the state of Uttarakhand. The Indian Meteorological Department has noted that extreme rainfall had been recorded in the mountainous region, including Uttarakhand. State chief …