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A phenomenon of sorts that was never seen before: numerous humanoid robots took their positions along with thousands of human runners during the half marathon held in Beijing last Saturday. Not out of a sci-fi flick, this was a digital manifestation of the muscular strength that China gains in its tech segment. The 21-km marathon featured over 21 humanoid robots …

Katy Perry is daring to go where few pop stars have gone before. Just days after a very public space trip, the 40 year old is ready to embark on her sci-fi themed Lifetimes Tour in Mexico City on April 23. It’s the most recent action in what’s already been a busy year for Perry which included the release of …

Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi has now officially become Japan’s third astronaut commander of the International Space Station (ISS). Onishi, a Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut, took command on March 16, 2025, after launching on the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft with three other crew members. The mission is expected to run for approximately 6 months. The key was given to …

This global drift of K-pop has widened! The amazing audition project, ‘Click the Star, has officially launched from Korea into Indonesia and South America-all at once. This program is not only about forming K-pop girl groups but wider cultural connections with each country. What’s About Click the Star? Click the star is a unique k-pop audition that will cover 32 …

Amid falling global demand specifically in Europe, the United States, and Canada, production of Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kona EVs is shut down again at the main factory in South Korea. According to industry sources, Hyundai will suspend Line 12 operations in Plant 1 Ulsan 305 km from Seoul from April 24-30, where Ioniq 5 and Kona electric vehicles are …

BTS member Jin starts his solo world tour in the summer of 2025 for #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR. BTS member Jin will perform two back-to-back shows during his nine-city tour throughout Asia, Europe, and North America. Earlier this month, Jin announced upcoming details about his second album, Echo, which will be released on May 16, 2025. The forthcoming album, after his 2024 solo …

The UAE launched regional economic deals while building its Asia network. Vietnam signed its second Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in Asia with the United Arab Emirates. The UAE acts as a strategic connection between both GCC countries and the nations of ASEAN. The Emirates partners with countries to make Dubai a better global trading location and lower its dependence on …

This Saturday, Estoril Praia, one of the best football teams in Portugal will wear a notable green and yellow kit inspired by the Brazilian national flag to pay tribute to the 40th anniversary of Ayrton Senna’s historic Formula One Grand Prix victory. The tribute comes on their Primeira Liga fixture against Braga. The color choice is in remembrance of Senna’s …

Honda to Transfer U.S.-Bound Civic Hybrid Production from Japan to Indiana Honda brings production of its five-door Civic hybrid back to the U.S. The company announced shifting the assembly of the model bound for the U.S. from Japan to its plant in Indiana. A Honda spokesperson said production at the Yorii factory, located near Tokyo, was set to conclude between …

Tim Hortons is entering the market through its K-pop idol Mark Lee by appointing him the first ambassador ever from Korea. The coffee and donut chain made the big announcement on Instagram and also registered a collaboration for this new tagline. Fans can now grab from two exclusive sets: the Home Set and the Donut Set. The Home Set is …