Marriott Reports Record EMEA Growth in 2025 with 170 New Properties
Marriott International added 170 properties and nearly 24,000 rooms in EMEA in 2025, marking a 7.8% net room growth.
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South Africa’s 2026 Budget Stabilises Debt for First Time in 17 Years
South Africa's 2026 Budget marks a return to fiscal credibility with debt stabilisation for the first time in 17 years.
Asia Airlines Cancel 86 Flights Amid Regional Travel Disruptions
Asia's air travel networks face significant disruptions as over 86 flights are cancelled across Indonesia, Malaysia, Laos, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
Africa’s Future Workforce Depends on Human-Centred Leadership, Says Absa
Africa's future workforce depends on human-centred leadership, according to Absa's new strategy.
Chinese Electronics Giants See First Revenue Drop in Nearly a Decade in India
Chinese electronics companies in India see first revenue drop in nearly a decade as premium phones gain traction.
Singapore Commission Slaps Fines Over Data Breaches Involving 39,000 Individuals
Singapore's PDPC has issued a decision and three undertakings against companies following ransomware attacks that exposed personal data of 39,000 individuals.
NVIDIA Secures U.S. License to Ship AI Chips to China Amid Trade Restrictions
NVIDIA receives U.S. license to export H200 AI chips to China under strict conditions, signaling a cautious re-entry into the market.
Breeze Airways Launches New Route from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton to Fort Lauderdale
Breeze Airways has launched a new nonstop route from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton to Fort Lauderdale starting July 1.
Picton County Unveils Landmark Climate Action Report with Detailed Emissions Data
Picton County unveils a landmark climate action report with detailed emissions data and urgent mitigation recommendations.
North Texans Reconsider Spring Break Travel Amid Mexico Cartel Violence
North Texans are reconsidering Spring Break travel plans due to rising concerns over cartel violence in Mexico.
India’s ED Seizes Rs 5.84 Crore in Ahmedabad Raids Linked to Anas Group
India's Enforcement Directorate has seized assets worth Rs 5.84 crore in Ahmedabad during raids targeting the Anas Group, allegedly linked to illegal overseas investments.
Irish Rail Aims for Hourly Service Between Tralee and Mallow Amid Rising Demand
Irish Rail has announced plans to introduce a regular hourly service between Tralee and Mallow, citing a significant increase in passenger demand on regional routes.
UK Unseals Documents on Prince Andrew’s Trade Role Amid Epstein Controversy
UK officials are scrambling to release documents related to Prince Andrew's controversial trade role after MPs demanded transparency, citing concerns over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Syria Camp Closures Leave 8500 Stranded Amid Uncertainty
The sudden closure of two camps in northeast Syria housing 8,500 people, including women and children linked to ISIS, has left thousands in limbo with no clear path forward, according to Human Rights Watch.
Australia Approves Trump Organization’s Plan for Tallest Skyscraper in Gold Coast
Australia has approved the Trump Organization's plan for the country's tallest skyscraper, a 91-story luxury tower to be built in Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast.