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Labubus and Other Brands that Have Made China Cool
Move over South Korea, you have competition! It looks like China, other than flexing its political and economic muscle, is also crawling into the world’s good books with its soft power. The most recent example is that of the global success of Pop Mart’s Labubu - the gremlin-like toy that has become a sensation across countries. But it isn't Labubu alone. From games to music to even makeup, China is forging a whole new path of soft power domination. Find out how.
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Crypto is Booming Right Now. Guess Who is Behind the Rally?
Crypto is booming this summer, with bitcoin hitting record highs, Wall Street embracing digital assets, and crypto-related stocks soaring past the broader market. This comes as no surprise as Washington with Donald Trump at the helm is promoting and facilitating its unprecedented growth. However, it comes with risks as well as rewards. Want to know what’s driving the rally and what it means for investors? Click here.
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Regent’s Goals for the New Academic Year
A new year of growth and achievement begins at Regent and the school is ready. Principal Mr David Williams warmly welcomed staff, students and their families, while reflecting on the accolades to come. Goals have been set and the path has been charted, embodying the spirit of Regent.
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Sunmarke’s A-Level and BTEC Students Excel
Sunmarke’s recent A-Level and BTEC results were a perfect showcase of the students’ talent, dedication and hard work. With a 100% pass rate, outstanding grades and endless excitement, the Results Day at the school brought forth a surge of emotions and unforgettable moments. Take a look and feel the vibe!
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Kate and William Move into a New ‘Forever Home’
It’s housewarming time for the Prince and Princess of Wales. The royal couple will move to a lavish eight-bedroom home in Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park, which is pretty close to their current home in Adelaide Cottage in Windsor. The move comes after Kate battled her cancer scare and other family crises to make a new start with fresh memories. Reports say this is likely to be their “forever home” - their abode even when William eventually becomes king. Curious to know what this palace looks like? Click here.
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The New School Bus Rules and Ways Get Your Child Ready for School
The new school year begins in a few days and parents and children are gearing up for a huge change in routine! First and foremost, the RTA has listed out the rules and regulations that school bus operators, drivers and attendants are supposed to follow for safe transportation. Check out these rules and make sure your school bus follows the same. Now comes the challenge to prepare your child to get back to a new schedule after the long break. If you are struggling as a parent, worry not. Read these useful hacks!
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Where to Play Padel in Dubai
Padel has become one of the most popular sports in the world and Dubai is no different. The fun, fast and energetic game which has elements of both tennis and squash are perfect to keep your mental and physical fitness levels high. Luckily, Padel courts are aplenty all across Dubai so all that you need to do is select the one closest to you, pay up for a session and start playing! Coaching is also available for those who need a bit of training. We have the list of best padel courts in the city, so what are you waiting for?
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Elon Musk to Sue Apple?
The gloves are off in the tech titans’ battle for supremacy. Last week saw a mini Twitter war between Elon Musk and Sam Altman with each accusing the other of dishonesty. Musk’s main beef was with Apple for what he claimed was a faulty and biased App store ranking of his AI app and Twitter. The Tesla chief then did what he does best - threaten to sue Apple. The latter promptly rejected any bias claims and revealed its app store was as honest as it got. Let’s see who says what next - this tech war is surely entertaining!
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The Best 'Back to School' Tech Buys
Last week we told you how to prepare for the school season with the best tools and essentials. This time, we go deeper and dig out the most important and the coolest gadgets and devices that make learning easier, more fun and help understand concepts better. From laptops and noise-cancelling headphones to desk lamps and the chromebook, these are the best examples of consumer tech for students. Check them out and go shopping.
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Is Venus Williams Retiring from Tennis? No Way!
She was one of the biggest superstars of tennis in the 90s and 00s until age and newer, younger stars caught up. However, Venus Williams is made of sterner stuff. The seven-times Grand Slam singles champion is all set to compete in the US Open tournament as a wildcard entry, becoming the oldest player to participate in the championship in 44 years. Venus will play her 25th Grand Slam tournament at the age of 45! But what is her objective? Read it here.
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The Best Costumes We Have Seen on the sets of The Devil Wears Prada 2
The Devil Wears Prada has become a cult classic so when the sequel was finally announced, fan interest reached stratospheric levels. Now, as the filming rolls on, we are being treated to glamorous glimpses from the sets (part of a marketing strategy, no doubt!) which has upped the guessing game of who’s playing what. The fashion has gotten everyone talking about it and to whet your curiosity further, here’s a lowdown on the best outfits seen on the actors so far.
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The Best Ways to Truly Relax
Given the frenzied pace at which most people lead their lives, there is very little time to pause, reflect and relax. It is often very difficult to find ‘down time’ or ‘me time’ without feeling guilty about it or finding that your mind is racing in a hundred different directions. Agreed, it’s not always possible to calm down but small steps can be taken to soothe frayed nerves. We present 5 easy to practise steps that can help you finally relax.
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