10 richest families in Asia who turned simple businesses into billion-dollar companies | World News

The wealthiest families in Asia keep on consolidating their power in 2026 by accumulating more money in the traditional fields and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and energy infrastructure. As per the latest ranking by Bloomberg, most of the family empires that have been around for some time not only retain their status…

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Veteran journalist claims WNBA pressured reporters to ignore Fudd–Bueckers relationship in draft coverage | International Sports News

Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers. Image credit : Melanie Fidler/ NBAE via Getty The Dallas Wings used the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft to select Azzi Fudd, pairing her once again with Paige Bueckers, a teammate from UConn and, publicly since 2025, her partner. The move brought together two players who…

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Scientists create a ‘light switch’ for the love hormone: How it could change how humans love and form bonds |

Scientists have developed a powerful new technique that acts like a “light switch” for oxytocin, often called the brain’s love hormone, allowing it to be activated with extraordinary precision. The breakthrough, led by researchers at the University of Queensland, enables scientists to release oxytocin in specific parts of the brain using light. This makes it…

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Israel-Lebanon agree to 10-day truce: What it means for Iran-US peace talks

Donald Trump and Mojtaba Khamenei US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, alongside an invitation to both Israeli and Lebanese leaders to visit the White House for “meaningful talks” aimed at de-escalation after what he described as a “very long time” without direct engagement. The truce between Tel…

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The umarells: Retired elderly men in Italy quietly supervise construction sites and give orders without being asked | World News

In cities across Italy, a peculiar yet amusing sight has become part of everyday urban life: elderly men standing near construction sites, hands clasped behind their backs, quietly observing the work. Known as “umarells,” these retired individuals often spend hours watching labourers, occasionally offering advice or pointing out what they believe could be done better….

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