The transfer of Hong Kong from the United Kingdom to the People’s Republic of China on July 1, 1997, marked the end of 156 years of British rule and the beginning of a new era for the region as a special administrative region (SAR) of China. This transition was governed by the “one country, two…
To understand, why the Pacific Ocean is centre of geopolitical gravity in the 21st century, we’ll have to take a holistic look at how things evolved in the past and how they impacted the seas, the oceans and broader littoral geographies. Let us delve into the detail of it. The invention of the wheel around…
The rise in energy demand has been a defining feature of industrialization, beginning with Britain in the late 18th century, where the emergence of factories powered by steam engines led to a dramatic surge in coal consumption. This transition from agrarian economies to industrial powerhouses not only spurred manufacturing growth but also significantly increased urban…
From the land of the samurai to the forefront of innovation, Japan’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. After WWII devastation, Japan not only rebuilt—it redefined the future. In the 1980s, they gave us the Walkman, revolutionizing personal tech, and the Shinkansen, the first bullet train, forever changing travel; but that was just the beginning….
Blockchain technology, first conceptualized by an anonymous entity known as Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008, has revolutionized the way we think about digital transactions and data security. Initially associated primarily with Bitcoin, blockchain has since evolved into a versatile technology underpinning a wide array of cryptocurrencies and decentralized applications. Over the past decade, its usage has…
Malaysia has announced ambitious plans to establish Southeast Asia’s largest integrated circuit design park in Kuala Lumpur, with the goal of positioning the country as a regional digital hub by 2030. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s announcement highlight Malaysia’s commitment to diversifying its economy and embracing high-value industries to drive sustainable growth. Vision for the Future:…
The Rise of Lee Jae-yong In a dramatic turn of fortune, Lee Jae-yong, the chairman of Samsung Electronics, has ascended to the top of Forbes’ list of South Korea’s wealthiest individuals. This marks a significant milestone in Lee’s career, as he overtakes longstanding titans of industry to claim the coveted title of South Korea’s richest…
Police Advisory The Kudus Resort Police in Central Java has issued a stern warning to residents to stay alert against criminal activities aimed at siphoning money from bank accounts by obstructing ATM cards in ATM machines to steal PINs along with the cards. Urgent Reporting “Residents are urged to immediately report any issues with their…
The year 2023 has been described as a “mass extinction event” for startups, with US company bankruptcy filings reaching their highest level since 2010. According to Erin Griffith of The New York Times, a staggering $27.2 billion in venture capital money was put into 3200 venture-backed firms that failed within the first 11 months of…
