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Winners of Race Across the World series six revealed after thrilling final leg – here’s what they won

The winners of BBC One’s Race Across the World have been revealed after the series reached its thrilling conclusion on Thursday night. Best friends Jo and Kush scooped the £20,000 prize after reaching the final checkpoint in Hatgal, Mongolia, before the other pairings, after racing over 12,000 km through Europe…

The Independent UK

Tipping point? The scramble to contain global energy crisis

It's easy to lecture world leaders about how fuel subsidies ruin the environment and bleed state coffers dry, but try telling that to beleaguered Bolivians and cornered Kenyans, two of the many nations where the energy crisis has reached breaking point with citizens unable to keep up with prices at…

France 24

Ralph Lauren shares jump 10% as strong China sales help fuel growth

The revenue growth was led by sales in Asia, the company said, with particular ‌strength in China ⁠during the ⁠Lunar New Year. Wall Street investors are focused on how luxury brands are performing in the Chinese market, where consumers have shown signs of strain in recent months and luxury spending…

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Trusting the Process: How the HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2026 Winners are Rebuilding the Hong Kong Workplace Culture from Within

HONG KONG, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia organised by Business Media International has officially announced the winners of 2026 Hong Kong, highlighting 50 companies that have turned the city's complex labor challenges into a strategic advantage. While the broader market grapples…

AAP

How to have your own ‘Race Across the World’ adventure across Central Asia

Interest in tours to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia has increased since featuring on the programme

The Independent UK

World shares are mixed, Kospi gains 8.4%, as tech-led rally fades

Shares have opened lower in Europe after a mixed session in Asia, where a rebound in oil prices undermined optimism from another broad rally on Wall Street

AAP

From medical tourism to casinos, oil shock hits Southeast Asia

Companies across aviation, retail, and manufacturing are implementing price hikes and cost-cutting measures. Disruptions to supply chains and rising raw material expenses are impacting profitability, prompting strategic reviews and increased financial provisions.

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Inside India's own Rome-like centuries old colosseum, known as Asia’s oldest amphitheatre; best time to visit & how to reach

Rang Ghar: Built in 1746 in the heart of Sivasagar, Rang Ghar is widely recognised as Asia’s oldest amphitheatre and one of the most fascinating reminders of the Ahom dynasty’s grandeur. Once used by kings and nobles to watch wrestling matches, bullfights, cultural performances, and traditional games, the 277-year-old structure…

The Economic Times

Asian shares surge after oil prices slip and Wall Street resumes its AI rally

Shares have rallied across Asia, tracking gains on Wall Street after pressure from the bond market eased and oil prices fell back

AAP

Travel Passions and Local Behaviors are Reshaping Hotel Loyalty Across Asia Pacific Excluding China, New Marriott Bonvoy Report Finds

SINGAPORE, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Loyalty engagement across Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) is entering a more complex and mature phase. The new Loyalty Trends Report 2026 by Marriott Bonvoy finds that while 89% of travelers across APEC participate in at least one loyalty program, how they engage is…

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Agoda Survey Reveals Growing Interest for Experiences that Protect Nature and Support Local Communities

SINGAPORE, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda's 2026 Sustainable Travel Survey reveals a growing interest in travel experiences that create meaningful connections and tangible impact on local communities. In Asia, 35% of travelers express a desire for more tours and experiences that protect the environment and support…

AAP

WNBL eyeing Asian imports for competition's next era

The WNBL's Chief Operations Officer believes clubs will be targeting Asian countries for their star talent after Han Xu's influence last season.

AAP

HashKey Capital Fund Announces $40M Strategic Investment in SignalPlus

HONG KONG, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HashKey Holdings Limited ("HashKey" or the "Company", Stock Code: 3887.HK), a leading comprehensive digital asset company in Asia, announced today that a fund managed by HashKey Capital, its asset management arm, has completed a $40 million USD investment in SignalPlus, a crypto asset…

AAP

Standard Chartered boss says AI comments taken ‘out of context’ after backlash

The Asian-focused bank unveiled plans on Tuesday to cut around 7,800 jobs as it ramps up the use of AI across its operations.

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Standard Chartered boss sorry after saying AI would replace ‘lower-value human capital’ amid job cuts

The Asian-focused bank unveiled plans on Tuesday to cut around 7,800 jobs as it ramps up the use of AI across its operations

The Independent UK

China is cutting emissions even faster than promised and may already have peaked, study shows

Asian economic giant currently emits twice as much annually as any other nation, making its trajectory one of the most consequential variables in global climate projections

The Economic Times

‘One year before you go blind’: 22-year-old powerlifter quits everything for a dangerous world trip with just $7,000

A 22-year-old traveler's five-month Asian adventure, marked by medical scares, financial woes, and dangerous encounters, has captivated millions online. From teaching in Nepal to surviving cave entrapment in Vietnam and a severe injury in Australia, her journey through diverse landscapes and challenging situations has profoundly reshaped her perspective, leaving her…

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World shares track Wall Street's retreat as bond markets crank up the pressure

Shares have retreated in Europe and Asia after the U.S. stock market gave back more of its record-setting rally

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AI boom: Global stock market order shuffles as Taiwan, South Korea overtake Western giants

Asian markets are making waves. South Korea's Kospi and Taiwan's stock market have surged, driven by the AI boom. These markets are now outperforming many Western exchanges. Investors are watching closely as capital shifts towards these AI-focused economies. This new global stock market order presents exciting opportunities and potential risks.

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GHO Capital and CBC Group to Create World's Largest Dedicated Healthcare Investment Firm

LONDON and SINGAPORE, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Opportunities ("GHO"), a European specialist healthcare investor, and CBC Group ("CBC"), an Asian healthcare-focused asset manager, today announced they have signed a definitive agreement to create the world's largest dedicated healthcare investment manager, with over USD 21 billion in AUM.…

The Economic Times

'Impact on India less due to good management, foresight': Harsh Vardhan Shringla on global energy challenges due to West Asia crisis

India's energy crisis impact remains limited. Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla credits the government's effective planning and timely intervention. Energy prices globally have surged significantly. India has cushioned this impact through diversification of energy imports and reduced duties. No fuel shortage or panic buying has occurred. Oil companies absorbed…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Hong Kong IPO boom draws rising interest from overseas companies

Hong Kong's stock market is seeing more foreign companies file for listings. Firms from countries like Indonesia and South Korea are exploring fundraising. This trend signals a shift, making Hong Kong a broader international hub. High-profile deals are expected to boost its appeal. Global firms are increasingly looking to Asia…

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Why India And UAE Are Building A Hidden Super Corridor

The world is entering one of its most unstable and unpredictable periods in decades. Wars are intensifying across the Middle East, global shipping routes remain under threat, and even a single attack near the Strait of Hormuz can shake fuel prices and economies worldwide within hours. As many nations struggle…

AAP

Bond yields pause, stocks steady before Nvidia results

US bond yields have held steady near recent highs as the Iran war continues to fuel inflation fears, while global share markets await Nvidia results.

AAP

ATxSummit 2026 Opens with Shared Regional Ambition to Harness AI for Public Good

SINGAPORE, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ATxSummit 2026, hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore, officially kicked off this evening with Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam as the Guest-of-Honour at the Opening Gala Dinner at Gardens by the Bay. This year's ATxSummit will bring together government leaders from Asia,…

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