Indonesia's National Police raided three locations in East Java on Thursday as part of an investigation into a Rp 25 trillion ($1.48 billion) money laundering scheme tied to illegal gold mining in West Kalimantan. Authorities seized documents, electronics, cash and gold suspected of links to unlicensed operations.
Vietnam's Tet holiday from February 14-20, 2026, pulled in over 5 million visitors to top spots including Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Hue, Lam Dong, An Giang and Phu Quoc. Domestic crowds surged alongside record international arrivals from India and Europe, boosting tourism revenue past hundreds of millions of dollars.
Engineers have tested the long-dormant fountains in Liverpool's Williamson Square to determine if they can be reactivated. The £1.1 million installation, offline for years, now faces assessments by the Liverpool BID Company as a potential first step toward restoration.
OSB Group PLC appointed Enrique Alvarez Labiano, current CEO of Retail and Business Banking at Santander UK, as its new chief executive officer on Friday. The move, subject to regulatory approval, follows a board-led search and sets up Alvarez Labiano to succeed retiring CEO Andy Golding.
Nissan recalled 643,000 Rogue sport utility vehicles in the U.S. due to two defects that can cause loss of drive power or, in rare cases, engine fires. The issues affect throttle body components and engine bearings in models from various years.
A cheap Temu OBD2 diagnostic scanner priced at £10.12 outperformed pricier rivals in tests on three cars, according to a new product review. The tool earned a 4.5-star rating for reading and resetting fault codes with ease.
Millions of Americans grapple with accidental subscriptions for everything from toilet paper to iron supplements, often trapped by deceptive online tactics that make cancellation a nightmare. Experts warn these 'dark patterns' drain wallets and exploit forgetfulness in the booming $1.5 trillion subscription economy.
John Shafer planted one of Napa Valley's first hillside vineyards in the 1970s, defying the flatland trend set by early California winemakers. His Stags Leap District terraces now produce acclaimed cabernet sauvignon under master winemaker Elias Fernandez.
Pine Labs is integrating OpenAI's AI models into its payment systems to automate complex financial tasks like supplier negotiations and cross-border settlements. The move creates what the companies call an 'agentic commerce' stack for high-volume transactions.
Nigeria's federal government will scrutinize MTN Group's acquisition of IHS Towers to protect consumers and ensure sector stability. Communications Minister Bosun Tijani announced the review Wednesday.
Dialled In, a Sheffield-based marketing agency, appointed Katie as its new SEO executive to expand its digital capabilities. The hire brings over six years of experience in digital marketing and international SEO strategies.
MyMarketr.io, a Wiltshire digital marketing platform, will sponsor the Big Highworth Community Foundation Awards on March 28. The company aims to celebrate local volunteers and small businesses through the event at Wrag Barn in Highworth.
APA Group reported a first-half net profit after tax of A$95 million, more than doubling from A$34 million a year earlier. The energy infrastructure firm cited lower net finance costs as the main driver.
ICG plc launched a share buyback program worth up to 316 million pounds to issue non-voting shares to Amundi S.A. under their strategic partnership. Amundi's Group Chief Investment Officer Vincent Mortier will join ICG's board as a non-executive director on March 31.
Hickory's Smokehouse has submitted formal plans to St Helens Council to overhaul the Griffin Inn pub on Warrington Road in Bold Heath into a barbecue restaurant. The proposal calls for a new entrance, veranda, rear extension and expanded car park adding 10 spaces.