Bhutan’s Dorji lung Hydropower Project Ignites Hopes for Economic Revival
The satellite towns of Gyalpozhing and Lingmethang are bracing for a massive economic turnaround as work on the 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydropower Project gathers momentum. Local business owners, who have…
Havana Refinery Blaze Sparks New Rationing Fears Amid Total Energy Gridlock
Cuba’s energy infrastructure faced a fresh blow this Friday as a fire broke out at the Ñico López Refinery in Havana. Though the Ministry of Energy confirmed the blaze was…
Amazon Gets Boost as Ariane 6 Heavy Variant Successfully Launches 32 Satellites
Europe’s heavy-lift Ariane 64 rocket delivered a crucial launch for Amazon, placing 32 satellites into low-Earth orbit for the company’s broadband constellation. The rocket lifted off from the Guiana Space…
From Macau to the Red Sea, Forbes 2026 Celebrates Global Hospitality Excellence
Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) has unveiled its 2026 Star Award winners, marking a historic moment in luxury travel with the world’s first Five-Star cruise and the first Five-Star restaurant at…
Frozen Assets: Evaluating Global Water Security in a Post-Glacial World
As of early 2026, the world has formally entered what United Nations scientists describe as an “era of global water bankruptcy,” a post-crisis reality where the planet’s “frozen assets”—our glaciers—are…
Government Refuses Payment Reform Despite Fruit Drop Crisis in Mandarin Trade
The Nepal government has officially declined to revise the existing advance payment system for mandarin exports, despite a mounting “fruit drop” crisis that has severely impacted citrus yields across the…
US Slashes Bangladesh Tariffs: New Deal Features 1% Cut and Zero Reciprocal Duties
On February 9, 2026, the United States and Bangladesh formalized a groundbreaking Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, signaling a major shift in the economic landscape of South Asia. The deal, signed…
Bhutan’s Punakha to Open First Craft Market by 2026
Punakha, one of Bhutan’s most visited districts, is set to welcome its first dedicated craft market, strengthening opportunities for local artisans and enhancing the visitor experience. Despite its rich cultural…
UAE Weather Outlook: Visibility Drops and Rain Chances Rise This Week
Recent meteorological updates indicate that people living throughout the United Arab Emirates should brace for a significant transformation in local weather patterns. A detailed five-day outlook released by the National…
Mission Update: NASA targets March for Artemis II launch after technical hurdles in fueling test.
NASA has officially rescheduled the Artemis II moon mission, moving the launch from February to March 6, 2026, at the earliest. The decision follows a critical wet dress rehearsal (WDR)…