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Days after the US imposed tariffs on Chinese goods, Beijing has also introduced a series of retaliatory measures against Washington.  On Tuesday, China’s finance ministry said it will impose additional tariffs of 15% on coal and liquified natural gas imports from the US. Additionally, China will impose 10% higher duties on crude oil, agricultural machinery and certain cars from the …

Actor Kim Sung-cheol has apologised for his participation in a survey that contained contentious images of female celebrities. An Instagram account known for sharing slow motion recordings of female idol performances shared the poll which provoked criticism for being disrespectful and improper towards the participating artists. In a statement released on February 3rd Story J Company, Kim Sung-cheol’s agency acknowledged …

Taiwan said it will assist firms planning to relocate to the US in response to President Trump’s new tariffs on imports from China, Mexico and Canada. The Taiwanese economy ministry said the support can include finding partners on the ground, understanding local investment laws, and promoting R&D cooperation between companies.  As per Trump’s orders, additional levies of 25% will be …

Netflix is planning a high-profile rom-com release this Valentine’s Day. The highly anticipated ‘Melo Movie’ – starring Choi Woo-shik and Park Bo-young – is releasing on the platform on January 14. Things are getting more exciting. ‘Melo Movie’ is expected to consist of 10 episodes. The plot centers on the journey of a film critic and an aspiring director as …

UAE Tourism is still being positioned as a top global designation during the winter months as visitors are attracted in record breaking numbers to its mild weather and diverse offerings. Winter is now the peak season for tourism in the UAE providing a very attractive blend of outdoor activities, leisure events, business opportunities and cultural experiences. As per the 2024 …

A new Tokyo exhibition that employs state of the art technology to bring the famous artist Hokusai’s artwork to life allows visitors to travel back in time to Japan’s samurai age. The immersive experience provided by “Hokusai: Another Story in Tokyo” allows visitors to enter the woodblock master’s depictions of rural life and nature from the Edo Period. Ars Techne’s …

A mysterious countdown which is posted with a “Laughing Man” has sparked the buzzing and curiosity within the fans of “Ghost in the Shell” and speculations burst out countlessly that this could be a hint for an upcoming new information regarding this series. The given information discloses that the Laughing Man symbolises something unique in the Ghost in the Shell: …

The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has implemented its winter assistance effort for the individuals of Bangladesh for 2024-2025 by helping 5,000 individuals in different areas in cooperation with the UAE Embassy. The plan aims to decrease the impact that the extreme conditions of winter give on vulnerable groups of people and communities. Through this initiative, food packs as well as …

The much anticipated Squid Game Season 3 is finally releasing on Netflix on June 27. The streaming platform recently released a poster that featured a masked guard dressed in pink dragging a dead player into a coffin. Prepare for the final game. Here's your first look at Squid Game Season 3 photos, premiering June 27. #NextOnNetflix pic.twitter.com/3j8yUaOccK — Squid Game …

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. has revised the operational profit under the international accounting standards for the fiscal year ending March 2025 from 265 billion yen to 344 billion yen, on January 30,2025. It is estimated as 60.7% up from the previous year. They underscore that this decision has been made due to the impact of increased profits in the United States …