Daily Growth Insights

UK Fish and Chip shops, a beloved national tradition, are now under threat. With soaring energy prices, higher fish import costs, and tighter margins, almost half of these eateries may be forced to shut their doors.

Australia’s social media ban for under-16s is igniting nationwide debate. While the government cites online safety, cyberbullying, and mental health as key drivers, critics argue enforcement challenges and digital freedom concerns may limit its effectiveness.

Wildfires across Southern Europe are escalating as heatwaves sweep Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, and the Balkans. Climate change, dry winds, and record-breaking heat intensify the crisis, forcing mass evacuations and raising questions about Europe’s readiness for climate-driven disasters.

A rare planet parade lit up the dawn sky as six planets—Saturn, Jupiter, Venus, Mercury, Uranus, and Neptune—aligned in a stunning display. This was the final chance to spot Mercury in 2025.

Global markets fell sharply on August 20, led by tech sell-offs in Taiwan and South Korea. Investors are now awaiting Powell’s Jackson Hole speech, which could signal the direction of U.S. interest rates and shape global economic sentiment.

Gold prices are holding steady ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming remarks. With global markets on edge, investors are keenly awaiting signals on inflation, labor market support, and their ripple effects on business financial flows.

From futuristic terminals to world-class lounges, the best airports in the world redefine travel comfort. In 2025, three stand out for their innovation, service, and unforgettable passenger experience.

Australia’s business confidence has hit a three-year high in July, driven by booming services and construction sectors despite rising costs, according to NAB’s latest survey.

Australia advances toward a universal childcare system with Deloitte’s guidance as economists predict a rate cut. Meanwhile, Netanyahu defends Gaza occupation plans, Ukraine’s peace role with Trump–Putin remains unclear, Europe battles deadly wildfires, and Paris faces a luxury handbag crime spree.

Social media is buzzing with a supposedly fatal orca attack on trainer Jessica Radcliffe—but fact-checkers and media experts confirm it’s completely fabricated, drawing dangerous parallels to real marine incidents.

In 2025, the world is experiencing rapid transformation—economically, politically, and technologically. This update explores the shifting global landscape Beyond Asia and Asia’s evolving influence amid climate urgency and geopolitical realignment.

More than 50,000 teachers across Queensland are on strike for improved pay and working conditions, disrupting education for over half a million students. With schools under contingency plans, childcare providers and local attractions are seeing a sudden spike in attendance.

As Hiroshima commemorates the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing, city officials and survivors call on world leaders to prioritize nuclear disarmament—especially amid growing tensions in Ukraine and the Middle East.

A British man died in Istanbul before his hair transplant procedure began, prompting an investigation into clinic protocols and patient safety in Turkey’s cosmetic tourism industry.

BP has announced its most significant oil and gas discovery in 25 years off the coast of Brazil, reinforcing its renewed focus on fossil fuel production amid rising global energy demands and geopolitical pressure.

Reuters and other global news platforms like TRT and Global Times were restored in India today after nearly 24 hours of unexplained inaccessibility—raising concerns over digital censorship and press freedom in the world's largest democracy.

From robotics and biotech to AI and sustainability, BEYOND Expo 2025 in Macao wrapped up with strong momentum—marking Asia's ascendance as a global tech innovation hub.

President Lee Jae-myung’s unexpected absence from the NATO meetings in the Netherlands signals a possible recalibration of South Korea’s foreign policy—prioritizing regional diplomacy over transatlantic alliances.

Glastonbury Festival has officially begun in Somerset, England, with around 200,000 fans gathering for a star-studded lineup. Headliners like Olivia Rodrigo, Rod Stewart, Charli XCX, and The 1975 will light up Worthy Farm through June 29.

A looming tax credit phaseout in the U.S. and spiraling financing costs in Europe are threatening the momentum of renewable energy. Without policy adjustments or alternative investments, utilities risk a post-credit slump right when the world needs cleaner power most.