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Mamoon Hamid on the Importance of Identifying Potential

Barry sits down with Kleiner Perkins Partner, Mamoon Hamid. They discuss Mamoon's thoughts on the AI revolution and his approach to early AI investing. Mamoon also breaks down how he became an early investor in giants like Slack, Figma, and how Kleiner Perkins assesses the investments they missed. (Source: Bloomberg)

The Japan TimesCulture

Families mourn victims of 2021 Atami mudslide

On July 3, 2021, heavy rain triggered a mudslide involving some 55,500 cubic meters of earth and sand, which destroyed over a hundred houses and other buildings, killing 28 people.

BloombergCulture

Historian Jill Lepore on the US at 250

For America’s 250th anniversary, the Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jill Lepore joins Mishal Husain to take her through her book on the US Constitution. (Source: Bloomberg)

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, once held in China, dies in Taiwan

Lam Wing-kee, a Hong Kong bookseller who fled to Taiwan in 2019 after being detained by China in 2015 for selling content deemed critical of Beijing, died Thursday at the age of 70. Taiwan’s semi-official Central News Agency reported that Lam had died at Mackay Memorial Hospital in Taipei after a battle with cancer, citing […]

BloombergCulture

Blue Owl Imposes Redemption Caps Again

Bloomberg's Sinead Cruise joins Scarlet Fu on "Bloomberg Real Yield." For the second straight quarter, two Blue Owl Capital private credit funds were hit with the industry’s largest redemption requests, forcing the manager to again cap withdrawals. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Hamburger Costs Rise 14% From Last July 4 Says Wells Fargo

Robin Wenzel, Head of Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute joins Bloomberg Businessweek Daily to discuss their bbq report: Stay Close, Grill Big: Why Backyard BBQs Are Taking Over Summer 2026.' In the report they break down how a party of ten is expected to cost an average of $161, with ribs serving as a prime choice for protein as well as the rising cost of food for families across the US. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Iran’s Floating Oil Hoard Swells

Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Commodity Strategist Mike McGlone says the oil fluctuations are part of a "normal cycle" A hoard of Iranian oil is building up at sea, as the Islamic Republic struggles to find buyers before the expiry of a 60-day window granted by Washington. More than 20 million barrels of Iranian crude have been idling in Asian waters for at least seven days, up nearly 18% from a week earlier, according to Kpler Ltd. Estimates for the overall volume of the country’s oil on water — either in transit or stationary — have ranged from 58 million to 68 million barrels since the US sanctions waiver kicked in last week, according to data from Vortexa and Bloomberg calculations. (Source: Bloomberg)

BBCCulture

How to bag a bargain flight

Finance expert Laura Pomfret shares her top tips for finding cheaper flights, from spotting rare error fares to knowing the best time to book. Plus, why airline bundles aren't always the bargain they seem.

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN participates in the 39th Asia-Pacific Roundtable

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today delivered a closing address at the 39th Asia-Pacific Roundtable, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, highlighting the “Power of ASEAN Conviction” in navigating an increasingly complex regional and global landscape. Dr. Kao underscored ASEAN’s enduri The post Secretary-General of ASEAN participates in the 39th Asia-Pacific Roundtable appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

BloombergCulture

SBI Funds’ $1.2 Billion India IPO Launch in July to Test Demand

SBI Funds Management Ltd. is set to launch its initial public offering, which could raise up to $1.2 billion, in the week starting July 13, according to people familiar with the matter, testing investor demand ahead of a busy pipeline of billion-dollar listings in India.

BloombergCulture

Insight with Haslinda Amin 07/02/2026

Insight with Haslinda Amin, a daily news program featuring in-depth, high-profile interviews and analysis to give viewers the complete picture on the stories that matter. The show features prominent leaders spanning the worlds of business, finance, politics and culture. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Headline's Zhu on Asia Tech Opportunities

Clarey Zhu, Partner at Headline Growth, discusses the investment opportunities in Asia's tech sector, including AI infrastructure, deep tech and robotics. She speaks with Haidi Stroud-Watts from the sidelines of the IVS2026 conference in Kyoto. (Source: Bloomberg)

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN to participate in the World Jurists Forum 2026

At the invitation of the China University of Political Science and Law (“CUPL”), Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, will participate and deliver a keynote address at the World Jurists Forum 2026 under the theme “Exchanges and Mutual Learning on Rule of Law Civilisatio The post Secretary-General of ASEAN to participate in the World Jurists Forum 2026 appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

BloombergCulture

Chuck E. Cheese CEO Highlights Growth in Birthday Party Business

Scott Drake, CEO of Chuck E. Cheese, discussed the company's strategy to connect with customers through family-friendly, clean, and safe entertainment options. He highlighted the success of the $99 birthday party offering, introduced in 2004, which has driven nearly 40% growth in birthday celebrations. He speaks with Romaine Bostick & Katie Greifeld on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

REalloys Announces Partnership to Operate on US Army Base

REalloys CEO Lipi Sternheim said that members of the US military could be actively involved in working with his company to mine rare earth minerals after the announcement of a deal to let REalloy mine on US Army bases. Sternheim said that the partnership with the Army shows how 'strategically important' rare earth metals are to the United States. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Golden Seeds Looks to Close the Gender Gap in Startup Investments

Jo Ann Corkran, CEO of Golden Seeds, said that there's been a lot of change in the investment landscape for women entrepreneurs looking for the first buy-in to their companies as Golden Seeds passes $200 million invested in women-led companies. Corkran said that investors are looking for tech companies that could be easily levered, as well as green technology. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Dealmakers 'Unlock the Magic' with Care Bears Sale

Jeff Collins, Managing Partner at Cloverlay, joins Dani Burger on "Bloomberg Deals." IVEST Consumer Partners and Cloverlay announced the sale of Care Bears to Authentic Brands Group. They discuss the deal and the value of intellectual property. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Blackstone Offloads Stakes in Trio of Virginia Data Centers

Bloomberg's Anthony Hughes joins Dani Burger on "Bloomberg Deals." Blackstone is selling its stakes in a trio of data centers across Northern Virginia for $3.5 billion, cashing out of part of a bet it made less than three years ago. (Source: Bloomberg)

ASEANCulture

The Opening Ceremony of the 2nd Regional Forum on the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Strategic Plan

The Opening Ceremony of the 2nd Regional Forum on the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Strategic Plan was convened on 1 July 2026 at the ASEAN Headquarters / ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta, Indonesia. The Forum, with the theme “Mainstreaming the ASCC Strategic Plan into Regional, National a The post The Opening Ceremony of the 2nd Regional Forum on the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Strategic Plan appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

BloombergCulture

Wall Street’s AI Race Is Fueling New Fears of Crowded Trading

From hedge funds to wealth managers, Wall Street has embraced artificial intelligence in search of an investing edge. Researchers are now asking what happens when more investors turn to similar AI models to find one: buying the same stocks, reacting to the same headlines, and sometimes making the same mistakes.

BloombergCulture

US Says Witkoff, Kushner Had Positive Iran Deal Talks

US negotiators Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff had positive discussions with regional leaders in Qatar and technical talks with Iran are moving ahead, according to a senior administration official. Witkoff and Kushner were in Doha as part of ongoing indirect talks between the Washington and Tehran intended to forge a longer-term peace deal. Bloomberg's Abeer Abu Omar reports. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Assessing Nike vs. Adidas as World Cup Heats Up

Drake MacFarlane, M Science Research Analyst, expressed cautious optimism about Nike's recent apparel sales boost, particularly from soccer jerseys, noting it as a positive short-term factor. However, he emphasized that Nike's need to strengthen its sports credentials and improve its footwear segment represents a longer-term challenge. He speaks with Romaine Bostick & Katie Greifeld on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Witkoff, Kushner to Hold Indirect Talks With Iran

Qatar said Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff had arrived in Doha as part of ongoing peace negotiations between the US and Iran. Qatari officials say they won't meet directly with the Iranians. Jeff Mason reports from the White House. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Concentrix Slides on Outlook; AeroVironment Jumps on Earnings | Stock Movers

On this episode of Stock Movers: - Concentrix (CNXC) shares are sliding after the call-center company slashed its full-year outlook. Its forecasts for reported revenue and adjusted earnings per share also undershot Wall Street’s expectations. - AeroVironment (AVAV) shares are jumping after the defense company reported fourth-quarter results that topped expectations across key metrics and forecast 2027 revenue that at the midpoint exceeded analysts’ estimate. - Digital Reality (DLR) shares are lower on news it will buy a Blackstone data center stake for $3.5 billion. (Source: Bloomberg)

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Taiwan raids tech firms in widening China AI chip smuggling probe

Taiwanese investigators have raided the Taiwan offices of US company Super Micro Computer and two other tech firms, a prosecutor said Tuesday, as part of an expanded probe into the alleged smuggling of Nvidia AI chips to China. Prosecutors said in May they were investigating the shipment of “high-end” AI servers containing advanced Nvidia chips […]

BloombergCulture

Chip Stocks’ Best Quarter Ever Is Ending With Some Wild Swings

Chip stocks are heading for their best quarter ever, extending an extraordinary start to the year driven by insatiable demand for artificial intelligence equipment. But after recent jitters sent the stocks tumbling, investors are wondering how much further the rally can go.

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN Presides the Discussion on the ASEAN Prize

As Chair of the ASEAN Prize Judging Committee Meeting, Secretary-General of ASEAN Dr. Kao Kim Hourn presided over the discussion on the ASEAN Prize, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat.  Together with the ASEAN Prize Judging Committee members, they discussed the future approach The post Secretary-General of ASEAN Presides the Discussion on the ASEAN Prize appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN hosts working luncheon with Former Secretaries-General of ASEAN

On the sidelines of the 9th ASEAN Prize Judging Committee Meeting, in Jakarta, Indonesia, Secretary-General of ASEAN Dr. Kao Kim Hourn hosted a working luncheon with former Secretaries-General of ASEAN. SG Dr. Kao expressed his appreciation for the continued commitment and invaluable contributio The post Secretary-General of ASEAN hosts working luncheon with Former Secretaries-General of ASEAN appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Hong Kong 47: Former Democratic Party chair released from prison after serving time over landmark national security case

Wu Chi-wai, an ex-lawmaker and former chair of the now-defunct Democratic Party, has been released from prison after serving almost four and a half years for his conviction in the city’s largest national security case. Wu arrived at Fung Tak Estate in Diamond Hill on Tuesday morning by car. Earlier on Tuesday, two seven-seater vehicles […]

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN Chairs the 9th ASEAN Prize Judging Committee Meeting

The 9th ASEAN Prize Judging Committee Meeting for the ASEAN Prize 2026 was held at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat, in Jakarta, Indonesia, on 30 June 2026. Chaired by the Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, the meeting brought together former Secretaries-General of ASEAN to del The post Secretary-General of ASEAN Chairs the 9th ASEAN Prize Judging Committee Meeting appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

BloombergCulture

CEO Behind Knicks Flyfish Club Afterparty on What’s Next

David Rodolitz, Founder and CEO of VCR Group, joined the live broadcast to discuss the recent celebration held by the New York Knicks at the Flyfish Club following their NBA Finals victory. As the owner of the Flyfish Club, Rodolitz shared insights on the significance of hosting such a high-profile event, emphasizing the value of the extensive press coverage generated. He speaks with Romaine Bostick & Katie Greifeld on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Novelist Teddy Wayne Explores Themes of Power and Marriage Dynamics in 'The Au Pair'

Teddy Wayne, author of new novel 'The Au Pair,' said that he wanted to explore marriage dynamics and the way that his male main character reacts to his lack of success and feelings of emasculation as his wife becomes the breadwinner in their family. Wayne, who originally intended the book as short, adaptable screenplay, also discussed the literary landscape and his writing process. (Source: Bloomberg)

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN to Participate in the 39th Asia-Pacific Roundtable in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

At the invitation of Yang Berbahagia Datuk Prof Dr Mohd Faiz Abdullah, Executive Chairman of the Institute of Strategic & International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia, Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, will participate and deliver a capstone address at the 39th Asia-Pacific Roundtable, a The post Secretary-General of ASEAN to Participate in the 39th Asia-Pacific Roundtable in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

ASEANCulture

Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for Community and Corporate Affairs meets with Ambassador of Republic of Korea (ROK) to ASEAN

Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for Community and Corporate Affairs, H.E. Nararya Sanggramawijaya Soeprapto, had a meeting with Ambassador of ROK to ASEAN, H.E. Lee Chul, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ ASEAN Secretariat today. DSG Nararya congratulated Ambassador Lee on his assumption as Ambassador o The post Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for Community and Corporate Affairs meets with Ambassador of Republic of Korea (ROK) to ASEAN appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

ASEANCulture

The 9th Meeting of the ASEAN-Pakistan Joint Sectoral Cooperation Committee Convenes

ASEAN and Pakistan reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening their partnership at the 9th Meeting of the ASEAN-Pakistan Joint Sectoral Cooperation Committee (AP-JSCC), held today at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. During the meeting, both sides reviewed progress in the imp The post The 9th Meeting of the ASEAN-Pakistan Joint Sectoral Cooperation Committee Convenes appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

ASEANCulture

ASEAN and Pakistan Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthen Practical Cooperation

Jakarta, 29 June 2026 – ASEAN and Pakistan reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening their longstanding partnership at the 9th Meeting of the ASEAN-Pakistan Joint Sectoral Cooperation Committee (AP-JSCC), held today at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta. The mee The post ASEAN and Pakistan Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthen Practical Cooperation appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

China adds 20 Japanese organisations to export blacklist

China added 20 Japanese organisations including major companies to a blacklist on Monday over the export of items that can be used for both military and civilian purposes, escalating a months-long row between Beijing and Tokyo. The new additions “have participated in enhancing Japan’s military capabilities”, the commerce ministry said in a statement. The export […]

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Gov’t withdraws controversial anti-drugs ad with AI pop stars named after Cannabis, Ice, Cocaine and Etomidate

The Correctional Services Department (CSD) has hastily withdrawn an anti-drugs ad which featured dancing AI-generated pop stars named after cannabis, ice, cocaine, as well as etomidate, known colloquially “space oil.” Netizens complained that the video, titled “Obsession: The Sugar-Coated Trap” glamorised illegal substances. It involved four young band members named Weedy, Icy, Coke and Little […]

BloombergCulture

Chinese Spies, Smuggled Drugs Fuel Takaichi’s Security Push

Chinese spies stealing Japanese industrial secrets in boardrooms. Chip smugglers ferrying Nvidia’s prized artificial intelligence semiconductors via Japan. Drug gangs quietly slipping fentanyl across Japan’s borders to a US opioid crisis.

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

China’s bull wrestlers fight to keep tradition alive

In a half-covered amphitheatre in eastern China, 20-year-old Wang Shuangshuang locked his shoulder against the neck of a bull, grappling with its horns to force it to its knees. Chinese bull-wrestling, or “guanniu”, dates back over 600 years but remains a little-known sport domestically, let alone internationally. Students like Wang sporadically sign up for competitions, but a […]

BloombergCulture

Pointed News Quiz | Reddit, Music, YA Novels

David Gura, Christina Ruffini, and Lisa Mateo of “Bloomberg This Weekend” play Pointed! Wager your points, leverage your bets and answer wisely. A new quiz is available to play each week on Bloomberg.com (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Carl Richards on Being Yourself

Barry sits down with Carl Richards author of "Your Money: Reimagining Wealth in Simple Sketches ." They discuss Carl's unlikely start in finance and building his own firm. Carl also breaks down how one sketch helped him translate wealth management and become a New York Times columnist. (Source: Bloomberg)

ASEANCulture

Celebrating MSMEs: Secretary-General of ASEAN’s Message for MSME Day 2026

MSMEs are at the heart of inclusive and resilient growth. The Secretary-General of ASEAN shares a congratulatory message for the 3rd National MSME Day 2026, reaffirming ASEAN’s commitment to empowering MSMEs through stronger partnerships, innovation, and a more enabling business environment. The post Celebrating MSMEs: Secretary-General of ASEAN’s Message for MSME Day 2026 appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

BloombergCulture

Coffee Company Kahawa 1893 Works to Empower Women Farmers

Margaret Nyambumo, founder of coffee company Kahawa 1893 and third-generation coffee farmer, said that she created the option to directly tip the female farmers who grow her coffee beans because she wanted to find a way to consistently and fairly compensate them regardless of fluctuation in coffee prices. Nyambumo said that the tips from customers — which are matched by the company — have been used by one of the farming collectives to start a scholarship for young girls to stay in school. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Carl Richards on the Power of Compounding

Barry sits down with Carl Richards author of "Your Money: Reimagining Wealth in Simple Sketches ." They discuss Carl's unlikely start in finance and building his own firm. Carl also breaks down how one sketch helped him translate wealth management and become a New York Times columnist. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Sketching Wealth Strategy: Masters in Business with Carl Richards

Barry sits down with Carl Richards author of "Your Money: Reimagining Wealth in Simple Sketches ". They discuss Carl's unlikely start in finance and building his own firm. Carl also breaks down how one sketch helped him translate wealth management and become a New York Times columnist. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Must-Read Books About Alan Greenspan's Legacy

Tom Keene and Lisa Mateo discuses the must-read books about Alan Greenspan's legacy on this weeks edition of "Bloomberg Money." Former Fed Chair Alan Greenspan died this week at the age of 100. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

The England World Cup Team That Never Was

Nearly a quarter of players at this World Cup are representing a country other than where they were born. That’s a sign of how international football has changed not a flaw. (Source: Bloomberg)

ASEANCulture

ASEAN and Japan Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Singapore, 26 June 2026 – The 41st ASEAN-Japan Forum in Singapore reaffirmed the commitment of ASEAN and Japan to further strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) in contributing to peace, stability and prosperity in the region and supporting the implementation of ASEAN 2045; The post ASEAN and Japan Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening Comprehensive Strategic Partnership appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

BloombergCulture

Stocks Slide As Tech Jitters Return | Open Interest 6/26/2026

Get a jump start on the US trading day with Dani Burger on "Bloomberg Open Interest." Global stocks end the week in the red as tech jitters return, with OpenAI reportedly delaying its IPO into next year. Plus, Robert Friedland on whether geothermal can solve AI’s energy crunch. And Wall Street Week Host David Westin breaks down why automakers fear a USMCA shakeup. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Oil Prices Might Keep Falling Into 2027, Strategist Amoroso Says

Anastasia Amoroso, chief investment strategist at Partners Group, says the concerns about higher oil prices did not play out. Speaking with Dani Burger on "Bloomberg Open Interest," Amoroso also says she expects energy prices to keep falling going into 2027. (Source: Bloomberg)

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Hong Kong woman arrested after 30 endangered reptiles found in Sham Shui Po flat

A Hong Kong woman has been arrested after 30 endangered reptiles were found in a Sham Shui Po flat. Authorities discovered the collection after a crocodile was spotted on the balcony of the building on Wednesday. Police and personnel from the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) raided the 35-year-old’s apartment on Tai Po Road […]

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Man struck by lightning on Lantau Peak, as Hong Kong hoists red rain signal

A 65-year-old hiker has been struck by lightning on Lantau Peak, police have confirmed to HKFP. The man was among a group ascending Lantau’s highest peak as part of the Hong Kong Hiking Meetup group. Police said he is in a conscious state. The incident occurred at around noon. According to HKFP reader Paul Christensen, […]

BloombergCulture

GSMA Ltd. CEO Hoffman on Mobile Technology

John Hoffman, the CEO of GSMA, says China is well positioned to shape the next era of communications, particularly in the field of agentic AI. He speaks on the sidelines of Mobile World Congress in Shanghai. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Apple Supplier Lingyi Rises in HK After $1.1 Billion Debut

Lingyi iTech Guangdong Co. a Chinese electronic supplier for Apple Inc. and Tesla Inc., rose in its Hong Kong debut after raising HK$8.3 billion ($1.06 billion) in a share sale, part of the city’s busiest month for listings this year.

BloombergCulture

DiNapoli Wins First Primary Challenge Since 2007

Bloomberg's Martin Braun joins Katie Greifeld on "Bloomberg Real Yield." - New York Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli secured an easy victory in his first primary challenge since 2007, according to a projection by Decision Desk HQ. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Ford CEO Jim Farley Says Culture Change Brought Quality Improvements

Ford CEO Jim Farley says that a culture change at the automaker lead to Ford becoming a "four-year overnight success." Farley also says American workers are beating the likes of Toyota and Hyundai in terms of vehicle quality. Farley spoke with Bloomberg's Matthew Miller. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Getting to the World Cup Final Without Losing Your Mind

Massive crowds, limited parking and packed transit will make getting to the World Cup Final in New Jersey a logistical nightmare. Bloomberg's Aashna Shah and Randall Williams share the playbook to get to the match. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Swedish Opposition Sees Bank Tax Helping Households Spend More

A tax that Sweden’s opposition Social Democrats want to levy on the country’s banks would lead to lower costs for households and help them regain some of the purchasing power they lost over recent years, according to the party’s economic spokesperson.

BloombergCulture

Insight with Haslinda Amin 6/25/2026

Insight with Haslinda Amin, a daily news program featuring in-depth, high-profile interviews and analysis to give viewers the complete picture on the stories that matter. The show features prominent leaders spanning the worlds of business, finance, politics and culture. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Venezuela Hit by Massive Earthquakes

Venezuela declared a state of emergency after massive back-to-back earthquakes toppled buildings in Caracas, knocked down power lines and devastated the capital’s main airport. (Source: Bloomberg)

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers pre-recorded keynote address at the ASEAN-Australia Track 1.5 Dialogue

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, delivered a pre-recorded keynote address at the ASEAN-Australia Track 1.5 Dialogue held at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat, on 25 June 2026. Marking the fifth anniversary of the ASEAN-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, Dr. Kao high The post Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers pre-recorded keynote address at the ASEAN-Australia Track 1.5 Dialogue appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

BloombergCulture

Property Mogul With Ties to Rachel Reeves Left UK Before Tax Hit

A property magnate whose firm spent years forging ties with UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves left Britain the same week tax rises she implemented took effect, underlining the governing Labour Party’s frayed relations with the nation’s wealthy elite.

BloombergCulture

Venezuela Hit by Massive Back-to-Back Earthquakes

Venezuela has declared a state of emergency after massive back-to-back earthquakes toppled buildings in Caracas, knocked down power lines and devastated the capital’s main airport. (Source: Bloomberg)

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Police raid independent bookstore, ex-pro-democracy district councillor arrested for alleged sedition – report

Hong Kong national security police have arrested a former pro-democracy district councillor and raided her Sham Shui Po bookstore for alleged sedition, according to local media reports. Police said in a statement just after midnight on Thursday that a woman, 33, and a man, 32, were arrested on Wednesday. The pair allegedly displayed and sold […]

BloombergCulture

Trump Scraps Housing Bill Signing | Balance of Power 6/24/2024

On the early edition of Balance of Power, Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz discuss the latest news from the Trump Administration. On today's show, Republican Congressman Mike Lawler of New York, Burway Group Senior Advisor Roger Fisk, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck Partner Rosemary Becchi and former US Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder. (Source: Bloomberg)

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Tai Po fire: Simulation finds substandard scaffold nets caused rapid spread of blaze, inquiry hears

A fire simulation conducted to investigate the rapid spread of last year’s deadly apartment complex blaze in Tai Po has found that non-fire-retardant materials may have caused “secondary ignitions” that exacerbated the spread of the inferno. Testifying at a public hearing investigating the cause of the fire that killed 168 and displaced thousands last November, […]

ASEANCulture

Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic to ASEAN Present Letter of Credence to Secretary-General of ASEAN

JAKARTA, 24 June 2026 – Ambassador Dimitrios Michalopoulos presented his Letter of Credence to the Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat today, marking the assumption of his post as the Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic to ASEAN. Secre The post Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic to ASEAN Present Letter of Credence to Secretary-General of ASEAN appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

ASEANCulture

ASEAN Audit Committee Holds its 51st Meeting

On 24 June 2026, the 51st Meeting of the ASEAN Audit Committee (AAC) was convened at the ASEAN Secretariat Headquarters in Jakarta. Held under the Philippines’ ASEAN Chairmanship, the meeting addressed key issues related to internal and external audit, risk management, and governance of the ASEAN The post ASEAN Audit Committee Holds its 51st Meeting appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

BloombergCulture

Tuya Sees Growth Despite China Demand Slowdown

Tuya Smart, an AI cloud and IoT platform provider, says growth remains strong despite slowing consumer appliance demand in China. Co-founder and COO, Alex Young, joined Bloomberg's Minmin Low on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Dalian and appeared on Insight with Haslinda Amin. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Oil Tanker Booked in Gulf at 897% of Benchmark Freight Rate

A supertanker has been provisionally booked to transport oil from the Persian Gulf to India at a rate equivalent to almost nine times benchmark freight costs, an eye-watering price that reflects the shortage of available, empty vessels in the area.

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with Director-General of International Rice Research Institute

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today received the Director- General of the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), Dr. Yvonne Pinto, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. SG Dr. Kao appreciated IRRI’s 65-year legacy of supporting regional food security and discussed t The post Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with Director-General of International Rice Research Institute appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

ASEANCulture

ASEAN and Canada reaffirm commitment to advance Strategic Partnership

JAKARTA, 24 June 2026 – Senior Officials of ASEAN and Canada reaffirmed their commitment to further advancing ASEAN-Canada Strategic Partnership at the 23rd ASEAN-Canada Dialogue held today at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. Canada reiterated its support for ASEAN Community- The post ASEAN and Canada reaffirm commitment to advance Strategic Partnership appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

BloombergCulture

Bessent Says US Shouldn't Be at 'Mercy of Foreign Chokepoint'

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says economic statecraft policies will be guided in part by ensuring the nation addresses vulnerabilities to any adversary being able to curtail vital supplies. Bessent speaks at the Economic Club of New York. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

E11EVEN Miami Operating Partner on World Cup Strategy

Gino LoPinto, who runs the highest grossing nightclub per square foot in the United States explains that the World Cup serves not only as a global sporting event but also as a significant economic catalyst for the hospitality industry. The conversation emphasizes how Miami's nightlife and hospitality sectors are benefiting from the influx of visitors, with the nightclub playing a key role in driving revenue during the tournament. He speaks with Romaine Bostick & Isabelle Lee on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

China Targets US Rare Earths Firms in Response to Pentagon

Gracelin Baskaran, director of the critical minerals security program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said that while the US has made 'unprecedented' moves to invest billions of dollars in rare earths infrastructure to compete with China, it is still a long term process as investment grows and technology gets more advanced. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

Apollo Faces Rising Redemption Pressure

Apollo is again capping withdrawals from its flagship private credit fund after investors requested redemptions far above the 5% limit. Bloomberg's Silas Brown joins Bloomberg Open Interest to explain why the biggest private credit firms may be the most exposed to retail investor outflows and why the next quarter could reveal whether this is a temporary reaction or a broader industry risk. (Source: Bloomberg)

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN attends Working Dinner hosted by Ambassador of Türkiye to ASEAN

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, this evening attended a working dinner hosted by the Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to ASEAN, H.E. Prof. Dr. Talip Küçükcan, in Jakarta. Both sides exchanged views on ASEAN–Türkiye cooperation and discussed ways to further enhance the ASE The post Secretary-General of ASEAN attends Working Dinner hosted by Ambassador of Türkiye to ASEAN appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

BloombergCulture

Why Anti-Migrant Attacks Are Flaring in South Africa

South Africa has seen a wave of xenophobic attacks and demonstrations against the presence of undocumented migrants in recent months. There are mounting concerns that the violence could escalate, particularly as protesters demand that these foreign nationals leave the country by June 30.

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Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at the Inaugural ASEAN-Canada Strategic Dialogue

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today delivered opening remarks at the inaugural ASEAN–Canada Strategic Dialogue, held at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. Focusing on the theme “Energy Security in ASEAN – Energy Transition for a Resilient Future,” the event b The post Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at the Inaugural ASEAN-Canada Strategic Dialogue appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at the Meeting between ERIA, Ambassadors of ERIA Member States, and Dialogue Partners

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, delivered remarks at the Meeting between the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), Ambassadors of ERIA Member States, and Dialogue Partners, held at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta. In his remarks, Dr. K The post Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at the Meeting between ERIA, Ambassadors of ERIA Member States, and Dialogue Partners appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Sturgeon’s Estranged Husband Gets 5 Years for Embezzlement

The Scottish National Party’s former chief executive — who’s also the estranged husband of ex-leader Nicola Sturgeon — was sentenced to five years and three months in prison after admitting to embezzling more than £400,000 ($529,000).

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The 24th CPR Plus Three Meeting takes place today

The 24th Meeting of the Committee of Permanent Representatives to ASEAN (CPR) Plus Three convened at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat today. The Meeting reviewed progress in the implementation of the ASEAN Plus Three (APT) Cooperation Work Plan (2023-2027) and discussed future APT collabora The post The 24th CPR Plus Three Meeting takes place today appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Secretary-General of ASEAN holds Bilateral Meeting with United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and UNDP Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today met with Ms. Kanni Wignaraja, United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and UNDP Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. The discussion highlighted ongoing engagement and exchanged views on future The post Secretary-General of ASEAN holds Bilateral Meeting with United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and UNDP Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Pure Lithium's CEO Bodoin on Battery Technology

Emilie Bodoin, Founder, Chairman & CEO of Pure Lithium, discusses advances in battery technology and supply chains. The company has a pilot line launching in Chicago and is seeking partners for commercialization. She speaks on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Dalian with Bloomberg’s Minmin Low. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at the Opening Ceremony of the 2026 Aus4ASEAN Alumni Dialogue

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today delivered remarks at the Opening Ceremony of the 2026 Aus4ASEAN Alumni Dialogue, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ ASEAN Secretariat. Held in commemoration of the fifth anniversary of the ASEAN-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP), the Di The post Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at the Opening Ceremony of the 2026 Aus4ASEAN Alumni Dialogue appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at the 19th ERIA Governing Board Meeting in Jakarta

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today delivered remarks at the 19th  Governing Board Meeting of the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), held at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta. In his remarks, Dr. Kao underscored the indispensab The post Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at the 19th ERIA Governing Board Meeting in Jakarta appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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CR New Energy’s Record IPO Gets Strong Retail Demand in Shenzhen

China Resources New Energy Holdings Ltd. drew strong demand from investors as it opened books for what is set to be the largest-ever initial public offering on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, underscoring the appetite for new listings even beyond the artificial intelligence supply chain.

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Hong Kong police arrest 24 drivers during 2-week crackdown triggered by surge in road deaths

Hong Kong police have arrested 24 drivers and issued over 4,000 tickets as part of a two-week crackdown on careless driving and jaywalking. Police said in a statement on Monday that it deployed unmarked vehicles between June 5 to last Friday as part of operations codenamed “Clearview” and “Autobinder.” The crackdowns were aimed at catching […]

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Qualcomm Nears Deal for AI Chip Startup Modular

Qualcomm Inc. is in advanced talks to acquire Modular Inc. in a transaction valuing the artificial intelligence chip startup at about $4 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.

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Children’s Online Safety Bill Gains Traction in Congress

Momentum is growing in both the US House and Senate on dueling efforts to pass children’s online safety legislation this summer, raising prospects for a breakthrough after big tech lobbying and partisan squabbles stalled the legislation for years.

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Father’s Day Special Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly

Here on The Deal we have interviewed some of the world’s most famous athletes and some of the most powerful people in sports. But today we welcome our most important guests and probably our hosts’ biggest critics: their children. In this special Father’s Day episode of The Deal, Alex and Jason’s kids join us to share some perspective on who their dads are off the air. First up, Natasha and Ella Rodriguez give us the inside scoop on Alex’s past as a musical theatre star and which TikTok trends he struggled with the most. They also offer him some style advice and share their favorite family memories. Next, we hear from Jason’s sons, Henry and Will, about their dad’s level of Knicks fandom, who is the Josh Hart of the Kelly family and what he taught them about appreciating sports. Our closer is Alice Kelly, who asks Alex Rodriguez one of the most pressing questions of his career… does he like Pokémon? (Source: Bloomberg)

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Taiwan begins 5-day combat readiness exercises

Taiwan began five days of combat-readiness drills on Monday, the defense ministry said, aiming to speed up the military’s deployment in the event of a potential Chinese attack. The “Immediate Combat Readiness Exercise” underway until Friday is part of “annual planned joint operations training”, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said in a statement Sunday. […]

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Secretary-General of ASEAN Meets with the US Ambassador to ASEAN over lunch

Secretary-General of ASEAN Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today met with H.E. Kevin Kim, Ambassador of the United States to ASEAN, at a one-on-one luncheon in Jakarta. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on ASEAN–US Dialogue Relations and explore ways to further advance the ASEAN–US Compr The post Secretary-General of ASEAN Meets with the US Ambassador to ASEAN over lunch appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP)

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today met with the Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP), H.E. Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretar The post Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP) appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Olympian Eileen GU on Her Motivations for Success

Olympic gold medalist Eileen Gu sits down exclusively with Bloomberg's Haslinda Amin to talk about her recent achievements, personal motivations and how she views her brand partnerships. The freestyle skier also shared why she prefers Peking Duck over Dim Sum, as well as why her favorite place is somewhere that is close to home. (Source: Bloomberg)

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ADB Evaluation Calls for Stronger Corporate Systems to Deliver More Strategic Engagement with Upper Middle Income Countries

An evaluation by ADB's Independent Evaluation Department calls for reforms to better align corporate systems with strategic objectives in upper middle income countries. While ADB has a clear rationale for engaging these countries, its systems and incentives have not consistently translated into operations, limiting its ability to deliver value, mobilize finance, generate knowledge, and support regional and global public goods.

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Fatherhood Books Are Failing to Reflect Modern Dads

On Father's Day, Kevin Maguire, author of "The New Fatherhood," joined David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss the evolving role of fathers and the shortcomings of current fatherhood literature. Maguire emphasized that existing parenting books often reinforce outdated gender roles, leaving many contemporary dads without relevant guidance. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Iran Avoids Shared US Photo at Summit

Iran’s delegation briefly entered the Lake Lucerne Summit meeting room before leaving, reflecting Tehran’s reported refusal to participate in a joint photograph with US officials amid sensitive diplomatic negotiations. Bloomberg News' Bastian Benrath-Wright' joins Bloomberg This Weekend to explain that despite the public snub and behind-the-scenes wrangling over protocol, Iranian, US, Qatari and Pakistani representatives later took their seats and proceeded with talks behind closed doors. (Source: Bloomberg)

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History Repeating Itself in America

As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, we can look back and see the recurring themes and lessons in American history. Host of the podcast History That Doesn't Suck and professor at Utah Valley University's Center for Constitutional Studies Greg Jackson joins Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss his new book Been There, Done That, How Our History Shows What We Can Overcome with hosts David Gura and Christina Ruffini, which explores these moments in history. (Source: Bloomberg)

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MOU Gives US and Iran Breathing Room

Georgetown University School of Foreign Service Adjunct Professor Ali Vaez joins David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend and explains his cautious optimism for the recent Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) involving the US, Israel, and Iran. While Vaez acknowledges a deal within the 60 day timeframe is unlikely, the MOU allows for that timeframe to be extended and should be viewed as a starting place. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Value Investing Legend Seth Klarman: Masters in Business

Barry sits down with Munger disciple Seth Klarman, CEO of Baupost Group, a Boston-based investment manager with a multi-strategy approach. They discuss Seth's start as a 25 year-old and journey to CEO. They also discuss his approach to risk, IPOs, and sectors along with his sports passions including a smaller ownership in the Boston Red Sox, horse racing, and his feelings about the Boston Celtics' 2026 season. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Seth Klarman on Counter Narratives

Barry sits down with Munger disciple Seth Klarman, CEO of Baupost Group, a Boston-based investment manager with a multi-strategy approach. They discuss Seth's start as a 25 year-old and journey to CEO. They also discuss his approach to risk, IPOs, and sectors along with his sports passions including a smaller ownership in the Boston Red Sox, horse racing, and his feelings about the Boston Celtics' 2026 season. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Ghana Is Weighing Local Control of Gold Fields’ Biggest Mine

Ghana is considering transferring control of Gold Fields Ltd.’s Tarkwa mine to local firms when its leases expire next April, part of a push to increase control of its gold industry and capture more of the proceeds from high bullion prices. The shares plunged.

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Oaktree Private Credit Fund Redemptions Drop Below Key 5% Limit

Danielle Poli, managing director and co-portfolio manager, global credit at Oaktree Capital Management, joins Scarlet Fu on "Real Yield." An Oaktree Capital Management private credit fund saw redemption requests drop by nearly half in the second quarter, making it the first major firm to stem a growing exodus from the $1.8 trillion industry. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Seth Klarman on the Importance of Venture Capital

Barry sits down with Munger disciple Seth Klarman, CEO of Baupost Group, a Boston-based investment manager with a multi-strategy approach. They discuss Seth's start as a 25 year-old and journey to CEO. They also discuss his approach to risk, IPOs, and sectors along with his sports passions including a smaller ownership in the Boston Red Sox, horse racing, and his feelings about the Boston Celtics' 2026 season. (Source: Bloomberg)

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US Ends Hormuz Blockade, Downplays Tolls as 60-Day Clock Starts

The US-Iran interim peace deal took effect and shipping started returning to the Strait of Hormuz as the US declared an end to its blockade and a complex negotiating period over Tehran’s nuclear program began in earnest. Mona Yacoubian, Director and senior adviser of the Middle East Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies joins Balance of Power to discuss. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Comprehensive Plan of Action to Implement ASEAN-Russian Federation Strategic Partnership (2026-2030)

This Comprehensive Plan of Action (CPA) builds upon the significant achievements made in the relations between ASEAN and Russia and the successful implementation of the Comprehensive Plan of Action (CPA) to Implement the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and The Russian Federation Strategic Pa The post Comprehensive Plan of Action to Implement ASEAN-Russian Federation Strategic Partnership (2026-2030) appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers keynote speech at the Opening Ceremony for ASEAN-Korea HPC Facility in Indonesia

Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN, H.E. Satvinder Singh, delivered the keynote address at the Opening Ceremony for ASEAN-Korea HPC Facility in Indonesia on 18 June 2026 at the National Research and Innovation Agency of Indonesia (BRIN) in Jakarta. Supported by the Republic of Korea and Indon The post Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers keynote speech at the Opening Ceremony for ASEAN-Korea HPC Facility in Indonesia appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Anthropic Lays Out Vision for How to Bolster AI Models’ Safety

Anthropic PBC co-founder Jack Clark said the company is in daily discussions with the Trump administration to resolve security concerns surrounding the startup’s top two artificial intelligence models and outlined his vision for ensuring the safety of the emerging technology.

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The 44th Senior Officials Meeting on Energy (44th SOME) and Its Associated Meetings

The 44th Senior Officials Meeting on Energy (SOME) and its Associated Meetings were convened virtually from 15–18 June 2026 under the Chairmanship of the Department of Energy of the Republic of the Philippines. The Meetings brought together Senior Officials from all ASEAN Member States (AMS), rep The post The 44th Senior Officials Meeting on Energy (44th SOME) and Its Associated Meetings appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Secretary-General of ASEAN participates in the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit to Mark 35 Years of Dialogue Relations

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, on 18 June 2026, participated in the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit, in Kazan, Russia, on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Russia relations. The Summit adopted four outcome documents, namely: (i) the Kazan Declaration 2026 “ The post Secretary-General of ASEAN participates in the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit to Mark 35 Years of Dialogue Relations appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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WeRide to Accelerate European Expansion

Tony Han, Founder & CEO of WeRide, says the company is planning to launch in more European cities after starting joint programs with Uber in Madrid and Zurich. He adds that he is optimistic that China will resume issuing new autonomous driving permits. He speaks exclusively on “Bloomberg: The China Show.” (Source: Bloomberg)

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Celebrating Wellness Together: ASEAN and India Commemorate the International Day of Yoga

JAKARTA, 18 June 2026 – The International Day of Yoga was celebrated at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat, as the initiative of the Indian Mission to ASEAN. The event was attended by Ambassador of India to ASEAN, Srinivas Gotru, members of the Committee of Permanent Representatives to The post Celebrating Wellness Together: ASEAN and India Commemorate the International Day of Yoga appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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WNBA's Dallas Wings Reaping Benefits From Draft Choices

The WNBA's Dallas Wings are reaping benefits in the standings and on their books from having back-to-back No. 1 draft choices, improving their won-loss record and boosting ticket revenue, according to Chief Executive Officer Greg Bibb. He speaks with Bloomberg's Julie Fine. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Books That Influenced Elon Musk

On "Bloomberg Money" Scarlet Fu and Tom Keene discuss the books that influenced Elon Musk. This was from the episode on June 12. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Iran to See Broad Financial Gains in US Peace Deal

The US and Iran plan to formally sign a memorandum of understanding on Friday in Switzerland. The interim deal would allow Iran to start oil exports immediately and gain access to a $300 billion economic development program following negotiations for a permanent peace agreement. Tyler Kendall reports on Bloomberg Television. (Source: Bloomberg)

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What Iran Stands to Gain Under Proposed Peace Deal

Iran is set to receive broad financial incentives as part of its agreement with the US, including the right to sell oil immediately and tap a $300 billion development fund. Here’s what we know from the draft of the deal, as seen by Bloomberg. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Iran to Gain Major Financial Relief Under Interim Deal With US

Iran would be allowed to start oil exports immediately under an interim deal with the US and gain access to a $300 billion economic development program following negotiations for a permanent peace that’s meant to address Tehran’s nuclear activities, according a draft of their agreement.

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Giordano: Expect Further US Investments in Namibia

US is building on its partnership with Namibia as competition for critical minerals and energy resources intensifies in Africa. United States Ambassador to Namibia, John Giordano spoke to Bloomberg’s Chief Africa correspondent Jennifer Zabasajja on the growing relationship between the two countries. (Source: Bloomberg)

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FBI Says Drone Plot at White House Foiled by Worried Mom’s Call

Tycen Proper’s parents got worried after their 19-year-old son started communicating with “random” people online. They called law enforcement after he spent $3,000 of his graduation money on ballistic armor plates, a new shotgun and “lots” of ammunition, according to authorities.

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Congress Demand Details, Vote on Trump-Iran Deal

Key lawmakers, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune, remained in the dark on Tuesday on the specifics of the so-called memorandum of understanding, a 14-point document that should lead to a two-month ceasefire extension and the start of negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program. Several said they expect to see the document in the coming days as the two countries prepare to sign the agreement in Geneva on Friday. Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan, Democrat representing Virginia's 4th District joined Balance of Power to discuss. (Source: Bloomberg)

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US Says It Defended Dark Ships in Hormuz Against Regular Threats

The US military says it has defended commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz against regular threats since starting a program to assist vessels moving through the waterway, according to a document sent to the industry that lays out details of the help it’s been offering.

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I Will Hold My SpaceX Shares Forever, Says Sequoia's Maguire

Shaun Maguire, Sequoia Capital Partner and SpaceX investor, joins to discuss SpaceX's IPO and what it means for venture capital investing, SpaceX's plans for orbital data centers and his thoughts on upcoming mega-AI IPOs. Sequoia owns just under 1.5% of Elon Musk's company. He sits down with Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Tech." (Source: Bloomberg)

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Context Needed to Reach AGI, Says Databricks CEO

AI is already smart enough, but it lacks the right context to reach the level of AGI. Databricks CEO Ali Ghodsi talks about the current state of enterprise AI, how companies' databases are not built for an AI-native world, and why Databricks is not planning on going public just yet. He speaks with Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Tech." (Source: Bloomberg)

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China's Industrial Production Supported by Exports & AI

Asia economist Peiqian Liu of Fidelity International discusses recent Chinese economic data, highlighting that while industrial production figures appear strong, they have been partly buoyed by robust export performance and growth in AI-related industries. Despite these positive elements, broader indicators such as retail sales and investment have shown declines, suggesting a mixed economic outlook for China. (Source: Bloomberg)

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EU says it verified China trained Russians fighting in Ukraine; Beijing denounces ‘slander’

China denounced on Tuesday European Union claims that Beijing had trained Russian troops sent to Ukraine as “pure slander”, after the bloc’s top diplomat became the latest to raise the issue. China has presented itself as a neutral party since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, although Kyiv’s allies have long accused Beijing of secretly helping its […]

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Russia Strikes UNESCO-Protected Cathedral in Kyiv

Ukraine said a historic UNESCO-protected Orthodox cathedral in Kyiv was hit by a Russian drone and missile strike early on Monday. The Kremlin's latest barrage killed four people and injured about 30 as it set apartment buildings in several parts of the city ablaze, according to local authorities and the Emergencies Ministry. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Taiwan launches website to collect intelligence from Chinese nationals

Taiwan has launched a website for Chinese citizens to leak intelligence, inviting those “who share the same values of democracy” to collaborate on reporting on Beijing. China claims democratic Taiwan is part of its territory and has threatened to use force to take it, while Taipei accuses Beijing of using espionage and infiltration to weaken […]

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Streeting Pledges Global Talent Drive, North Sea Investment Plan

UK leadership challenger Wes Streeting will outline plans to recruit 20,000 scientists, engineers and artificial intelligence specialists to the UK and channel future North Sea energy tax revenues into household decarbonization projects, as the Labour member plans to set out an economic growth strategy next week.

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What they carry: The unseen burdens of migrant domestic workers in Hong Kong

By Sringatin & MICROLAB MICROLAB Collective’s latest book, What We Carry, Under the Same Sky, features essays, poems, photographs and drawings by Indonesian migrant workers, reflecting on their life journeys from their home villages in Indonesia to Hong Kong. This collaborative effort involved not only migrant workers but also academics who helped sharpen their writing, […]

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World’s largest whale graveyard discovered by Chinese scientists

By Daniel Lawler The world’s largest whale graveyard has been discovered at the bottom of the Indian Ocean by Chinese scientists, who found that the vast expanse of both new and ancient carcasses supports huge communities of deep-sea life. It is also the deepest and oldest known whale graveyard on Earth, according to research published […]

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Taiwan opposition leader seeks to maintain US defence cooperation

The leader of Taiwan’s main opposition party said Friday she hopes to maintain engagement with the United States on the island’s defense capabilities, speaking on a two-week US visit aimed at growing trust with Washington. Addressing reporters in the US capital, Kuomintang chairwoman Cheng Li-wun said the party has expressed support for Taiwan’s defense capabilities […]

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Challenges and Opportunities of Investing in African Startups

Investment into African startups held up in 2025, even as funding conditions tightened. According to AVCA, more than $5 billion was invested in African startups last year, with deal activity also rising. Bloomberg's Jennifer Zabasajja spoke with venture capital investor Andrew Firman from Kaleo Ventures on opportunities and challenges of investing in the continent. (Source: Bloomberg)

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US Sees 80-85% Chance of Iran Deal Being Signed | Balance of Power: Late Edition 06/12/2026

"Balance of Power: Late Edition" focuses on the intersection of politics and global business. On today's show, Gary Gensler, former Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, says SpaceX’s blockbuster IPO is part of a new era of mega-IPOs, raising questions about valuation, governance and what future AI debuts could look like. Tommy Pigott, US State Department spokesperson, talks about the diplomatic progress between the US & Iran, and the expirations of key FISA surveillance tools. Jen Gavito, Senior Advisor at The Cohen Group, says there is "a long way to go" even if the US and Iran sign a memorandum of understanding. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Riding Global Tailwinds: Masters in Business with Jean Eric Salata

Barry speaks with Jean Eric Salata, chair of EQT group. They discuss his time working in Asian private equity investment along with what he sees as necessary to become a good investor across different cultures including what he learned in Japan and Hong Kong. (Source: Bloomberg)

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63-year-old Ocean Park staffer dies after collapsing at work

A 63-year-old Ocean Park mechanical technician died after collapsing at work on Friday. Police told HKFP that they received a report at 9:08am after the man, surnamed Luk, was found unconscious outside a staff restroom before starting his duties. Paramedics discovered him with serious head and shoulder injuries. He was certified dead at 10:33am at […]

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London's AI Ecosystem Never Better: ElevenLabs CEO

ElevenLabs Chief Executive Officer Mati Staniszewski says a growing number of founders believe they can build global companies from Britain. ElevenLabs, which uses AI to create a variety of realistic voices, is the UK's most valuable AI start-up at $11 billion. Staniszewski spoke to Bloomberg's Tom Mackenzie at London Tech Week. (Source: Bloomberg)

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FanDuel Owner Flutter to Delist From London After Shift to US

Flutter Entertainment Plc announced it plans to delist from the London Stock Exchange about two years after the online betting group shifted its primary listing to New York, as part of a wave of international companies that moved their main trading stateside.

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US Suspends Los Angeles Homeless Funding Alleging ‘Clear’ Fraud

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development has suspended federal funding for a leading homeless services agency in Los Angeles, alleging a “clear pattern of fraud” in a city with more than 40,000 people sleeping in tents, cars and other temporary shelter.

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Scaffolding Company’s Data-Center Pivot Cuts Into Margins

Brand Industrial Services Inc., a scaffolding and industrial services company that does business as BrandSafway, reported sharply lower first-quarter earnings as higher costs and spending on its push into data center construction weighed on results, according to people familiar with the matter.

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Meiko Kaji studied hard to smolder on screen

The star of "Lady Snowblood" and other 1970s action films looks back on the serendipities that shaped her early career — and her dogged determination to hone her craft.

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Centerview, Venezuela Discussed $150 Million Fee for Debt Rework

Centerview Partners was in negotiations with Venezuela as recently as last month for a contract worth at least $150 million for its work as the sole financial adviser on the country’s debt restructuring, a sum that would far exceed payouts for past sovereign deals, according to a draft of the agreement seen by Bloomberg.

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Oracle Falls on Data Center Spending; Hugo Boss, Stitch Fix Rally | Stock Movers

On this episode of Stock Movers with Alexis Christoforous: - Oracle (ORCL) shares are lower after the company reported quarterly capital expenses that were higher than estimates. The company expects to spend about $70 billion on net capital expenditures in the current fiscal year, which ends in May 2027. - Hugo Boss (BOSS) shares are moving on news Frasers Group Plc offered to buy the rest of Hugo Boss AG for about €2 billion ($2.3 billion) as billionaire Mike Ashley seeks to add another fashion brand to his growing collection. - Stitch Fix (SFIX) shares are moving as it bumped up its fiscal-year outlook after revenue rose in its latest quarter, citing a boost from efforts to improve its customer experience and assortment. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Secretary-General of ASEAN Attends as Guest of Honour at the Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, this evening attended the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States of America as the Guest of Honour, at the residence of the United States Ambassador to Indonesia in Jakarta. In his remarks, Secretary-Genera The post Secretary-General of ASEAN Attends as Guest of Honour at the Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Norrsken's Freimane on Bloomberg TV

Norrsken VC General Partner Agate Freimane speaks with Bloomberg's Tom Mackenzie from the Founders Forum in Oxfordshire, UK. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with the United States’ Deputy Secretary of State

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, this afternoon met with H.E. Christopher Landau, the United States’ Deputy Secretary of State, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. Both sides discussed ways to further advance the ASEAN-United States Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) The post Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with the United States’ Deputy Secretary of State appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Secretary-General of ASEAN receives Ambassador of Egypt to ASEAN

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today met with Ambassador of Egypt to ASEAN, H.E. Yasser Hassan Farag Elshemy, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on ways to enhance cooperation between ASEAN and Egypt. The post Secretary-General of ASEAN receives Ambassador of Egypt to ASEAN appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with Division Director of the International Finance Corporation (IFC)

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today met with Ms. Keiko Miwa, Division Director for Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Pacific Islands, Papua New Guinea, and Timor-Leste of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, at the ASEAN Headquarters / The post Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with Division Director of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Joint Press Release of the 33rd ASEAN Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) Meeting

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the European Union (EU) held their 33rd Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) Meeting on Thursday, 11 June 2026 in Jakarta, Republic of Indonesia. ASEAN and the EU reviewed recent developments in their respective regions since the last JCC The post Joint Press Release of the 33rd ASEAN Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) Meeting appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Ambassador of the United States of America to ASEAN Presents Letter of Credence to the Secretary-General of ASEAN

JAKARTA, 11 June 2026 – The Ambassador of the United States of America to ASEAN, H.E. Yeouk Kim, today presented his Letter of Credence to the Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. Secretary-General Dr. Kao congratulated Ambassador Kim The post Ambassador of the United States of America to ASEAN Presents Letter of Credence to the Secretary-General of ASEAN appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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DIGITAL Ben Hylak

Ben Hylak, founder and CTO of AI monitor Raindrop, says that the ability for AI to fix its own mistakes is the last 'big problem to solve' for humanity and that his company's role is to help companies 'raise the floor' of how AI models work in their system. Hylak, a former SpaceX and Apple engineer, also commented on the upcoming IPO, saying that SpaceX is one of the most 'mission driven' companies he's been a part of. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Global Citizen CEO on First-Ever FIFA Halftime Show

Hugh Evans, CEO of Global Citizen, joined the program to discuss the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting the first-ever halftime show for the tournament. Curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay, the halftime event will feature performances by Madonna, BTS, and Shakira, and is expected to be the most viewed halftime show in history. He speaks with Romaine Bostick & Katie Greifeld on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)

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University of Michigan Activists Indicted Over Campus Threats

Eight people connected to pro-Palestinian advocacy at the University of Michigan were charged with threatening campus leaders, businesses and a Jewish organization as part of a coordinated campaign to force the school to sever ties to Israel.

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Germany Sees New Opportunities For Industry After FCAS Falters

Germany and France will continue to collaborate key defense projects together, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday, days after a prestigious plan to jointly build a next-generation fighter jet collapsed over disagreements between industry partners.

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Subprime Auto Dealer America’s Car-Mart Seeks Rescue Financing

America’s Car-Mart Inc., a used car seller and subprime lender, is working on an eleventh hour capital raise to stave off a potential bankruptcy filing after a cash crunch put the company on the verge of default, according to people familiar with the matter.

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La inédita pelea de la UFC que llegará a la Casa Blanca

La Casa Blanca se prepara para albergar una pelea de la UFC como parte de las celebraciones por los 250 años de Estados Unidos. El evento, impulsado por Donald Trump, coincidirá además con su cumpleaños número 80. (Source: Bloomberg)

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SpaceX IPO Draws Billions in Orders From Middle East Funds

Gulf wealth funds have put in orders for shares worth several billions of dollars in SpaceX’s initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter, the latest indication of the region’s ambitions to continue playing a lead role in bankrolling the global artificial intelligence buildout.

BloombergCulture

Wall Street Braces for SpaceX With Stress Test, ‘Watch Parties’

Wall Street has spent months debating how much SpaceX is worth. Behind the scenes, a different challenge has occupied the institutions responsible for bringing it public: preparing the plumbing systems needed to support what could become the largest IPO in history.

BloombergCulture

MTN Finalizing Nigeria, Uganda Fintech Spinoffs; Adds Alipay

MTN Group Ltd. is finalizing the spinoffs of its Nigerian and Ugandan financial-technology operations as part of a reorganization of its mobile-money unit to allow Mastercard Inc. and other strategic buyers to take minority stakes in its fintech businesses.

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NASA Picks Crew for 2027 Artemis Mission to Test Moon Landers

NASA announced the four astronauts who will fly to space as soon as next year to test out moon landers built by SpaceX and Blue Origin — the next stage in the agency’s ambitious Artemis program to ultimately send humans back to the lunar surface. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Speaker Visits White House as FISA, Budget Bill Hang in Balance

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will head to the White House for a meeting Tuesday, an aide familiar confirmed, as a key spy powers tool’s expiration looms and the House GOP ramps up ambitious plans for a third party-line budget bill. Mick Mulvaney, who served as director of the Office of Management and Budget and as acting chief of staff in Trump’s first term, joined Balance of Power to discuss. (Source: Bloomberg)

BloombergCulture

AI IPO Pipeline Now Worth $3.6 Trillion

Songyee Yoon is the founder and managing partner of Principal Ventures Partners, a Silicon Valley-based early-stage venture firm focused on AI-native companies, and she serves on the advisory council for the Institute for Human-Centered AI at Stanford University. She joins Caroline Hyde on "Bloomberg Tech" to discuss where she sees opportunities at a time of mega AI IPOs and why she thinks "there is still a lot of innovation ahead." (Source: Bloomberg)

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NASA Selects Crew for Artemis Mission to Test Moon Landers

NASA announced the four astronauts who will fly to space as soon as next year to test out moon landers built by SpaceX and Blue Origin — the next stage in the agency’s ambitious Artemis program to ultimately send humans back to the lunar surface.

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Boots Owner in Talks on Possible $10 Billion Sale, FT Says

The owner of Boots is talking to parties including the billionaire Weston family and Australian pharmacy group Sigma Healthcare Ltd. about a $10 billion sale of the UK health and beauty retail business, according to the Financial Times.

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JM Smucker Moves on Profit Beat; Vail Resorts Down on Full Year Guidance Cut | Stock Movers

On this episode of Stock Movers with Alexis Christoforous: - Nuvalent (NUVL) shares are higher on news GSK agreed to buy Nuvalent for $10.6 billion, securing a US biotech firm developing treatments for lung cancer. - JM Smucker (SJM) shares are on the move after it posted fourth-quarter profits that beat Wall Street expectations as higher prices helped boost the packaged food company. - Vail Resorts (MTN) is dropping after the ski resort operator cut its net income guidance for the full year, attributing the reduction to “historically challenging” weather conditions in the western US. The guidance missed the average analyst estimate. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Graham Platner’s Scandals Risk Spoiling Democrats’ Bet in Maine

Graham Platner heads into Maine’s Democratic Senate primary on Tuesday facing a fresh bout of controversy, turning what had looked like a coronation into a test of whether he’s a viable candidate for the party’s push to secure a majority in this year’s midterms.

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at the Opening Session of the ASEAN Future Forum 2026

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, this morning participated in the Opening Session of the ASEAN Future Forum (AFF) 2026 held in Ha Noi, Viet Nam, with the theme of the AFF this year as “Shaping Our Future Together: Peace, Prosperity and People-Centred.” In his remarks, Dr. Kao high The post Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at the Opening Session of the ASEAN Future Forum 2026 appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Hong Kong considers real-name booking for Sai Kung geopark hotspot to curb overtourism

Hong Kong authorities are exploring the introduction of a real-name reservation system for a popular hiking trail in Sai Kung to curb overtourism. Speaking at a Legislative Council (LegCo) panel meeting on Monday, Dianne Wong, under secretary for environment and ecology, said the registration system could prevent excessive arrivals at the Po Pin Chau section […]

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Fmr. Modell’s CEO on New York Knicks ‘Feeding Frenzy'

Mitchell Modell, former CEO of Modell's Sporting Goods and partner at Versa NYC, discussed the significant economic impact the New York Knicks have on the city, especially during the NBA Finals. Modell described the intense excitement and high demand for bar space surrounding the games. He speaks with Romaine Bostick & Katie Greifeld on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)

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Lots of Heartburn Over The Anti-Weaponization Fund Says Rep. Comer

Congressman James Comer, Chairman of the House Oversight Committee and Republican representing Kentucky's 1st District joined Balance of Power to discuss the latest on Reconciliation, the DOJ Fund and the likelihood of FISA lapsing at the end of the week. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Macau Public Security Police deputy head among 26 arrested over prostitution rings

The deputy head of the Macau Public Security Police (PSP) is among 26 people arrested after the city’s Judiciary Police (PJ) smashed three prostitution rings last week, according to local media. Apart from PSP Deputy Commissioner Leong Heng Hong, 60, the PJ also nabbed two other serving PSP officers and two retired PJ officers, Macau […]

The Japan TimesCulture

Emerging Kansai artists to watch

Among the artists featured at Art Osaka, several offered particularly engaging takes on the ubiquity of digital technology and relationships between people and nature.

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN Delivers Opening Keynote and Participates in the Opening Plenary of the Alliance for Research on Corporate Sustainability (ARCS)’s First-Ever Conference in Asia

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, delivered the Opening Keynote and participated in the Opening Plenary on “Steering Global Transition from the Heart of ASEAN” at the 18th Annual Research Conference of the Alliance for Research on Corporate Sustainability (ARCS) held in Asia f The post Secretary-General of ASEAN Delivers Opening Keynote and Participates in the Opening Plenary of the Alliance for Research on Corporate Sustainability (ARCS)’s First-Ever Conference in Asia appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Air New Zealand CEO on "Sky Nest" Beds

Air New Zealand CEO Nikhil Ravishankar speaks at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) on "Sky Nest" bunk beds, a lie-flat sleeping pod which can be booked for four-hour sessions on long-haul flights. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Brazil Budget Freeze Grounds Aircraft Approval Process

Brazil’s decision to freeze part of the budget of its civil aviation regulator is threatening to delay the arrival of new aircraft and planned capacity expansions just as airlines race to meet robust travel demand and address fleet shortages.

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AI’s Mega Stock Deals Raise Specter of More Shares Than Buyers

A flood of new shares from companies looking to fund their artificial intelligence ambitions is raising questions on Wall Street about whether there will be enough buyers to soak them all up and what this pile of fresh equity will mean for stock prices more broadly.

The Japan TimesCulture

Amaguri is an aptly named sweetheart

Like her name, which is Japanese for "sweet chestnut," Amaguri is a sweetheart and considers anyone who pays attention to her to be a new friend.

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Overtaken by Hong Kong in global wealth management, Swiss keep cool

Though Hong Kong has overtaken Switzerland as the number one in cross-border wealth management, rather than enter panic mode, Swiss banks seem unruffled — feeling it bolsters the case against looming tighter banking regulations. Hong Kong is now the world’s largest cross-border booking centre thanks to inflows from mainland China, strong initial public offering activity, […]

ASEANCulture

Secretary-General of ASEAN to participate in the 18th Annual Research Conference by the Alliance for Research on Corporate Sustainability (ARCS) in Singapore

At the invitation of the Alliance for Research on Corporate Sustainability (ARCS), Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, will participate in the 18th Annual Research Conference by the Alliance for Research on Corporate Sustainability (ARCS) to be held on 8 June 2026, at the Nanyang Busines The post Secretary-General of ASEAN to participate in the 18th Annual Research Conference by the Alliance for Research on Corporate Sustainability (ARCS) in Singapore appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Hottest day of the year ushers in 9 days of rain, as Hong Kong logs over 6,000 instances of lightning on Friday

Hongkongers sweated through the hottest day of the year on Friday, with the Observatory (HKO) recording a maximum temperature of 34.6 degrees Celsius at its headquarters. The mercury neared 37 degrees Celsius in the northern part of the territory. Meanwhile, the Observatory noted 1,263 instances of cloud-to-ground lightning on Friday, and 4,859 cases of cloud-to-cloud […]

BloombergCulture

Pelican Products Make Big Bet On Defense

Pelican Products CEO JC Curleigh joins Open Interest to talk about how the iconic protective case maker is finding fresh momentum in defense, as drones reshape military logistics. He details why Pelican is partnering earlier with defense innovators, how US factories are scaling production, and why premium protection still commands premium pricing. (Source: Bloomberg)

ASEANCulture

The 79th IAI Task Force Meeting convenes to strengthen future strategic directions for Work Plan V (2026–2030)

JAKARTA, 5 June 2026 – The 79th Meeting of the Initiative for ASEAN Integration (IAI) Task Force was convened today at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta. The Meeting was chaired by Noy Choumneanh, Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Cambodia to ASEAN and Chair of the IAI The post The 79th IAI Task Force Meeting convenes to strengthen future strategic directions for Work Plan V (2026–2030) appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to ASEAN

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today met with Ambassador of Russian Federation to ASEAN, H.E. Evgeny Zagaynov, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. Both sides discussed preparations for the upcoming ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit to mark the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Russ The post Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to ASEAN appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

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Secretary-General of ASEAN Hosts Working Lunch with the Committee of Permanent Representatives to ASEAN

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today hosted a working lunch with the Committee of Permanent Representatives to ASEAN (CPR), at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. The discussions focused on ASEAN Community-building, external relations and latest developments in ASEAN, as well The post Secretary-General of ASEAN Hosts Working Lunch with the Committee of Permanent Representatives to ASEAN appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

China bans New Zealand lawmakers over Taiwan trip

By Ben Strang Beijing said Thursday it barred a group of New Zealand lawmakers from entering China after they visited officials in Taiwan in May, accusing them of interfering in Chinese domestic affairs. New Zealand voiced concern over the barring of the four MPs, who visited as part of a cross-party delegation, noting its lawmakers […]

ASEANCulture

Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with the Ambassador of the Republic of Estonia to ASEAN

Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for the ASEAN Political-Security Community, H.E. Dato’ Astanah Abdul Aziz, met with the Ambassador of the Republic of Estonia to ASEAN, H.E. Veikko Kala, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat today. They exchanged views on Estonia’s engagement with ASEAN, The post Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with the Ambassador of the Republic of Estonia to ASEAN appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

ASEANCulture

38th ASEAN-United States Dialogue Convenes in Jakarta

The 38th ASEAN-United States Dialogue was held today at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta, Indonesia. Senior Officials of ASEAN and the United States reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, reviewed the progress of cooperation, and ex The post 38th ASEAN-United States Dialogue Convenes in Jakarta appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

Hong Kong Free PressCulture

Hong Kong police stop another performance artist on eve of Tiananmen crackdown anniversary

Another Hong Kong performance artist has been stopped and searched by plainclothes police after showing up in Causeway Bay on the eve of the Tiananmen crackdown anniversary. Artist Chan Mei-tung appeared with balloons – one shaped like a golden question mark – at around 7:18pm near SOGO department store. The store is near Victoria Park, […]

The DiplomatCulture

How the China-US Reset Recasts the Quad

With the shift in China-U.S. relations, India is emerging as the strategic cog in the U.S. wheel, Pakistan as a tactical partner, NATO as the anchor of the Atlantic alliance, and the Quad as a tool to serve the Indo‑Pacific.

ADBCulture

Japan to Host 60th ADB Annual Meeting in 2027

Japan will host ADB's 60th Annual Meeting in Aichi-Nagoya from 2 to 5 May 2027. The event will mark ADB’s 60th anniversary and celebrate a six-decade partnership that dates back to the bank’s inception.