Fire devastates a Hong Kong high-rise complex, leaving multiple dead and residents trapped
Fire devastates a Hong Kong high-rise complex, leaving multiple dead and residents trapped
Rahaman Hadisur
14 minutes ago


Brazil’s Tourism Boom Shatters Records With Over Eight Million International Visitors, Fueling Economic Growth in 2025
Brazil recorded a historic tourism milestone in 2025, welcoming over eight million international visitors—a 40% increase from last year. The surge boosted the economy, generating $6.617 billion in visitor spending and creating more than 114,000 jobs. With strong marketing and a focus on sustainable tourism, Brazil is expected to exceed nine million visitors by year-end.
Chalani Himasha
15 minutes ago


Deadly fire at Hong Kong high-rise housing estate kills dozens, dozens missing
Deadly fire at Hong Kong high-rise housing estate kills dozens, dozens missing
Rahaman Hadisur
17 minutes ago


Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship Sparks Glitter, but Yields Little Concessions in Myanmar and Border Crises
Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship Sparks Glitter, but Yields Little Concessions in Myanmar and Border Crises
Rahaman Hadisur
17 minutes ago


Politics Now Outweighs Economics, Jaishankar Warns as India Ramps Up Supply-Chain Diversification
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar warned that global politics increasingly outweighs economics, urging India to diversify its supply chains to ensure resilience and national security. He highlighted shifts in the global order, with the US pursuing individualized engagement and China operating independently, increasing uncertainties for countries worldwide.
Chalani Himasha
2 days ago


Coupang Apologizes for Data Breach Affecting 33.7 Million Customer Accounts
Coupang Apologizes for Data Breach Affecting 33.7 Million Customer Accounts
Rahaman Hadisur
2 days ago


US launches ‘powerful strikes’ against Islamic State in Nigeria, says Trump
President Donald Trump said the United States has carried out what he described as “powerful and deadly” airstrikes against Islamic State (IS) militants operating in north western Nigeria.
Vithanage Erandi
2 days ago


Hong Kong Orders Removal of Scaffold Mesh as Deadly High-Rise Fire Probes Continue
Hong Kong Orders Removal of Scaffold Mesh as Deadly High-Rise Fire Probes Continue
Rahaman Hadisur
4 days ago


Cyclone Ditwah Set to Further Weaken LKR and Push Inflation Higher
Cyclone Ditwah is expected to push Sri Lanka’s inflation higher due to damage to agriculture and disruptions in supply chains. Analysts warn the rupee may weaken further as the country increases imports of essential goods. The LKR has already depreciated 1.3% in the past month amid low forex liquidity and higher import demand.
Chalani Himasha
4 days ago


Sri Lanka’s financial sector experiences rising interest rates and policy uncertainty amid strong loan demand and post-Cyclone Ditwah recovery
Sri Lanka’s interest rates have risen in October as banks increased deposit collection amid strong loan demand, despite earlier rate cuts and controversial liquidity injections by the central bank. Analysts warn that recent monetary practices risk repeating past currency crises, especially as the rupee weakened again in 2025. The post-Cyclone Ditwah recovery adds uncertainty, with the government planning major spending and expecting IMF and World Bank support.
Chalani Himasha
6 days ago














