China Banking Corporation (Chinabank) reported a net income of ₱6.8 billion in the first quarter of 2026, up 4% year-on-year, driven by strong core business growth. ow.ly/Oy0K50YP90f
BBC News has reported unusual trading patterns in oil markets potentially linked to statements by Donald Trump during his second term. ow.ly/lpr950YP8Vj
At a congressional hearing, U.S. lawmakers and experts accused China of acquiring artificial intelligence technology through both legal purchases and alleged theft. ow.ly/3htj50YP8Ui
Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, will tell lawmakers at his confirmation hearing that he is “committed to ensuring that the conduct of monetary policy remains strictly independent.” ow.ly/lNRK50YP8Ro
The Department of Trade and Industry (@DtiPhilippines), through its attached agency Small Business Corporation (SBCorp), has launched a ₱2-billion E-Transport Loan Program. ow.ly/4uzY50YORma
A Chinese LED chipmaker and its Malaysian partner have abandoned a $239 million bid to acquire Dutch firm Lumileds after opposition from U.S. regulators. ow.ly/RvK550YORlW
A new mining agreement between the United States and Mexico has raised concerns among Indigenous communities, residents of the Sierra Norte mountains, and environmental activists. ow.ly/2ZiI50YOAUc
China’s economy expanded faster than expected in the first quarter of 2026, signaling resilience despite global geopolitical tensions. ow.ly/9kAL50YOARC
Allbirds shares soared over 550% after announcing a dramatic shift from footwear to AI infrastructure, backed by new funding and asset divestment. ow.ly/SWHI50YOAMB
President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at accelerating research into psychedelic treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). ow.ly/opaw50YOAFO
Prominent Hollywood producers Jerry Bruckheimer and Emma Thomas faced questions over their decision not to oppose the proposed merger between Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery.