Mapletree Industrial Trust to divest up to S$600 million of North America assets, eyes Japan and Europe for growth
Mercedes-Benz profit slides amid cutthroat Chinese market

Krugman: Trump Accidentally Screwed Himself on Iran Very, Very Badly

In today’s episode, economist Paul Krugman lays out an expansive case that Donald Trump holds a losing hand in the war with Iran. Krugman also argues that Trump can’t...

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EXCLUSIVE: Therabody Taps Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali for Chief Dermatologist Role
Therabody has named its first chief dermatologist. Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali, who has worked on beauty brands from Hailey Bieber’s Rhode to Martha Stewart’s Elm Biosciences, is joining Therabody in...
Walmart’s Push for Fashion Democracy Comes to SoHo
Walmart Inc.’s push to democratize America’s closets is coming to SoHo on Wednesday.  The discount retail giant will open a fashion pop-up at 210 Lafayette Street in the tony...
Industry Alert: Heat Stress Threatens $65 Billion in Exports and Millions of Jobs
The fashion and textile industry is facing a “pressure cooker” crisis as rising global temperatures collide with outdated factory infrastructure. In a panel discussion at the Sourcing Journal Sustainability...
SMCP Q1 Sales Slip as BHV Disruption Hits France and Saks Exit Weighs
PARIS – SMCP reported a slight decline in first-quarter sales as disruption among wholesale partners including department stores such as BHV in France and Saks in the U.S. weighed...
UK Government Pushed by Industry to Deploy ‘Trade Bazooka’ Against US
The United Kingdom may be taking cues from the European Union and gearing up to deploy a “trade bazooka” in retaliation against renewed tariff threats from the United States....
Designers Can Cut Microplastics: Cotton Incorporated Study Finds Apparel Drives 14 Percent of Plastic Pollution
Designers have a powerful role to play in reducing the apparel industry’s microplastic footprint—every material choice directly shapes environmental impact. Over the past decade, research has consistently shown that...

World

An Expat Photographer Seduced by Mexican Ritual
Hurst didn’t become a writer, but he fashioned himself into the kind of character that a writer might wish they had imagined: an astute antiquarian, a swashbuckling adventurer, a...
A German Master’s Modernist Epic of Postwar Amnesia and Hypocrisy
Wolfgang Koeppen’s “trilogy of failure,” written from 1951 to 1954, is a sprawling, polyphonic portrait of a physically and morally shattered country. Source link
How Long Can Martha Graham’s Dance Revolution Last?
At the heart of her method—then and now—is contraction and release. Imagine a breath is sharply expelled, hollowing out the core until the lower spine curves and is then...
The Many Forms of Marcel Duchamp
In 1905, Duchamp learned that, if he got certified as an essential “art worker,” his obligatory military service would be reduced from two years to one, and he returned...
Helen, Help Me: How to Recalibrate Your Kitchen
I think of myself as a good cook. I host dinner parties regularly, and I successfully tackle ambitious recipes. But for some reason I can’t for the life of...
The Death of Afrika Bambaataa and the Afterlife of Hip-Hop
The man who was called the “godfather of hip-hop,” and who took full license from that status, is dead. Afrika Bambaataa passed away in early April, reportedly of prostate...

Business

Krugman: Trump Accidentally Screwed Himself on Iran Very, Very Badly
In today’s episode, economist Paul Krugman lays out an expansive case that Donald Trump holds a losing hand in the war with Iran. Krugman also argues that Trump can’t...
Mapletree Industrial Trust to divest up to S$600 million of North America assets, eyes Japan and Europe for growth
[SINGAPORE] Mapletree Industrial Trust (MIT) plans to divest S$500 million to S$600 million of assets in North America within the next one to two years, as it steps up...
Mercedes-Benz profit slides amid cutthroat Chinese market
Like other carmakers, Mercedes is struggling to compete with low-cost competitors in China (CHARLY TRIBALLEAU) · CHARLY TRIBALLEAU/AFP/AFP German premium automaker Mercedes-Benz said Wednesday its first-quarter profit fell by...
No further action by police after probe into SPH Media’s circulation figures
The statement comes after the media company filed a police report on Jun 21, 2023Published Wed, Apr 29, 2026 · 01:09 PM[SINGAPORE] The police will not be taking any...
EXCLUSIVE: Therabody Taps Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali for Chief Dermatologist Role
Therabody has named its first chief dermatologist. Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali, who has worked on beauty brands from Hailey Bieber’s Rhode to Martha Stewart’s Elm Biosciences, is joining Therabody in...
Walmart’s Push for Fashion Democracy Comes to SoHo
Walmart Inc.’s push to democratize America’s closets is coming to SoHo on Wednesday.  The discount retail giant will open a fashion pop-up at 210 Lafayette Street in the tony...

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Krugman: Trump Accidentally Screwed Himself on Iran Very, Very Badly
In today’s episode, economist Paul Krugman lays out an expansive case that Donald Trump holds a losing hand in the war with Iran. Krugman also argues that Trump can’t...
King Charles Tells Congress Everything Trump Doesn’t Want to Hear
The Department of Justice just indicted former FBI Director James Comey again. This time, it’s over an Instagram post. No, seriously. Almost a year ago, Comey drew massive backlash...
Pentagon Demands Congress Burn Millions to Make Name Change Official
The Trump administration’s various projects to reshape the government—even the symbolic ones—are costing U.S. taxpayers tens of millions of dollars.In its latest legislative proposal, the Department of Defense has...
Top Senate Republicans Throw Trump’s Ballroom in Jeopardy
President Trump is facing opposition to his ballroom from within his own party. Republican Senator Rick Scott of Florida doesn’t think taxpayers should foot the hefty bill for the...
MAGA Defectors Convinced Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting Was Staged
“Wow, Jimmy Kimmel, who is in no way funny as attested to by his terrible Television Ratings … showed a fake video of the First Lady, Melania, and our...
WTF Was Kid Rock Doing on an Apache Helicopter With Pete Hegseth?
“Wow, Jimmy Kimmel, who is in no way funny as attested to by his terrible Television Ratings … showed a fake video of the First Lady, Melania, and our...

Beauty

Valuations reflect growth prospects as Siemens Energy expands capacity
  Reported net profit was Rs 310 crore. Excluding the impact of the new labour code, adjusted net profit was Rs 360 crore. Net profit was also boosted...
AI integration in road, transport can help avoid accidents: MoRTH official
There is a lot of scope for AI integration in the road and transport industry to help avoid accidents and check issues of vehicular pollution, a government official...
T20 WC: It”s about adapting, says England’s Tom Banton on new No 4 role
England batter Tom Banton says he is relishing his new role at No.4, adding that he is now "older" and "more mature" with a better understanding of his...
StatsGuru: AI companies seek footing in India, need funding boost
Individuals and companies from over 30 countries will participate at the five-day India Artificial Intelligence (AI) Impact Summit 2026 beginning Monday. Of the 32,600 AI companies globally, India...
Macroeconomic data, global events to steer markets next week: Analysts
Macroeconomic data, global geopolitical developments and rising concerns over AI-related disruptions are likely to dictate sentiment in the stock market next week, even as investors may remain cautious...
T20 World Cup 2026: WI vs NEP pitch report and Wankhede Stadium key stats
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 action continues as West Indies (WI) face off against Nepal (NEP) in the 25th match of the tournament. The clash will...

Celebrity

UP govt receives ₹20,300 crore of FDI proposals amid investor push
  These proposals have flowed in under the “Uttar Pradesh FDI/FCI, Fortune Global 500, and Fortune India 500 Company Investment Promotion Policy 2023”, the government said.   ...
Traffic curbs in Delhi for AI Impact Summit 2026: Check advisory here
New Delhi is under heightened security as the five-day AI Impact Summit begins today, February 16, at Bharat Mandapam. The Delhi police have deployed over 10,000 personnel and have...
Sanjay’s 68, bowlers seal 31-run win as USA stay alive for Super 8 round
Sanjay Krishnamurthi's explosive unbeaten half-century followed by a disciplined bowling show powered USA to a crucial 31-run win over Namibia, in a must-win Group C clash here on...
India-US trade deal: Transparency on constraints and commitments needed
When I heard of the trade deal that would end the punitive tariff of 25 per cent for buying Russian oil and reduce the reciprocal tariff on Indian...
Startups driving innovation, job creation, says former President Kovind
India has emerged as the world's third-largest startup ecosystem, with over 2 lakh recognised startups driving innovation and job creation across the country, former President Ram Nath Kovind...
Hero MotoCorp plans to boost growth in under-represented segments: CEO
Hero MotoCorp aims to strengthen its presence in segments such as scooters, premium bikes, and electric vehicles, where it currently remains under-represented, according to the company's CEO Harshvardhan...

Culture

Mapletree Industrial Trust to divest up to S$600 million of North America assets, eyes Japan and Europe for growth
[SINGAPORE] Mapletree Industrial Trust (MIT) plans to divest S$500 million to S$600 million of assets in North America within the next one to two years, as it steps up...
7 things emotionally intelligent founders do when their team loses motivation
You can feel it before anyone says it out loud. Standups get quieter. Deadlines slip without urgency. The same team that once pushed late nights out of excitement now...
UPS posts lower Q1 profit as it scales down Amazon deliveries
The parcel giant has been shifting its focus to higher-margin shipments to support profitability and control costsPublished Tue, Apr 28, 2026 · 10:49 PM[ATLANTA] United Parcel Service (UPS) posted...
Temasek, Canadian pension fund among investors looking to sell stakes in India’s NSE IPO: sources
The share sale by India’s largest exchange would have a value of US$2.75 billionPublished Tue, Apr 28, 2026 · 05:12 PM[MUMBAI] Singapore’s state-owned investor Temasek and the Canada Pension...
Why Serious Investors Are Rethinking Art And Who They’re Calling When They Do
For most of the twentieth century, buying art seriously meant one of two things: inheriting a collection or building one through decades of gallery relationships, auction house access, and...
Workplace Noise Is Costing Your Business More Than You Think
It’s easy to invest in tools, talents, and systems. But what about workplace noise? Is the decibel range of your office space even on your radar? If not, it...

Style

Your Purchase Cycle Is Your North Star
I’m Erik Huberman, and I’ve spent my career growing brands by keeping focus on what actually moves revenue. Here’s the uncomfortable truth: most teams don’t know their purchase cycle....
How to Choose the Right Web Design Agency in Richmond for Your Small Business
Choosing a web design agency in Richmond, VA directly impacts your visibility, credibility, and ability to generate leads. Many Virginia small businesses select agencies based on cost alone, which...
7 signs you’re in the founder identity crisis right before things start working
You don’t hear this part talked about enough. Not the early excitement, not the obvious lows, but the strange middle where things almost make sense and somehow feel more...
The Sqirl Redemption Arc
A mixture of moral outrage and lockdown angst turned #JamGate into national news. Koslow’s second cookbook, “The Sqirl Jam Book,” was published less than two weeks after the photo...
Tomer Hanuka’s “Spring Salutations”
For the cover of the May 4, 2026, issue, the artist Tomer Hanuka portrayed one particular delight of spring. “Everything synchs up—not just nature but seemingly the entire city,...
Stop Confusing Hype With Real Brand Building
I’ve stood backstage at enough events to know the script. The lights hit, the music swells, and a famous name gets repeated like a magic spell. The crowd cheers....

Fashion

No further action by police after probe into SPH Media’s circulation figures
The statement comes after the media company filed a police report on Jun 21, 2023Published Wed, Apr 29, 2026 · 01:09 PM[SINGAPORE] The police will not be taking any...
‘Speed running’ Scientology: TikTok trend causes havoc, church alleges ‘hate crimes’
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is known for its colorful cast of characters. But even by those standards, the scenes of Jesus Christ and Sonic the Hedgehog racing past...
World Bank forecasts 24% surge in energy prices in 2026 due to Middle East war
Published Tue, Apr 28, 2026 · 10:32 PM[WASHINGTON] Energy prices are expected to surge by 24 per cent in 2026 to their highest level since Russia’s full-scale invasion of...
Taylor Swift seeks further protections for her voice and likeness with new trademark filings
Taylor Swift is entering her trademark era.The global pop star’s company, TAS Rights Management, filed three new trademark applications last week, per the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. Two...
Supreme Court wary of barring police from phone searches to find crime suspects
WASHINGTON  — A divided Supreme Court heard arguments Monday on whether the police use of phone tracking data violates the Constitution’s protection against “unreasonable searches.”Most of the justices sounded wary...
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman apologizes for not alerting police about Canada shooting suspect
OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman apologized to a Canadian community for failing to alert police about a mass shooter’s conversations with its chatbot. Authorities said Jesse Van Rootselaar, 18,...