New Tamagotchi Game Heading to Switch: "Welcome to Tamagotchi Happy Town"The first promotional video for "Welcome to Tamagotchi Happy Town" has been released. A new Tamagotchi game is set to debut on the Switch!
May 9, 2025, 1:36 pm EDT
May 9, 2025, 1:36 pm EDT

FTSE 100 Edges Up 0.2% on July 9 as Markets Digest U.S. Tariff Expansion
London’s FTSE 100 inched up 0.2% on July 9, with investors continuing to absorb the impact of U.S. tariff expansions. Advertising giant WPP (WPP.L) plunged 19%—its worst daily drop in over three decades—after slashing profit forecasts due to key client losses and shrinking new business, weighing heavily on the index.more

Saudi Arabia Lifts Ban on Female Drivers, Marking a Historic Change
For a long time, Saudi Arabia was the only country globally that prohibited women from driving. The Saudi Arabian interior ministry, specifically the head of the traffic police, refused to issue driver's licenses to women. Although there was no formal traffic law explicitly barring female drivers, women who dared to drive would be arrested and punished by law enforcement.more

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center: A Paragon of Healthcare on the American West Coast
Established in 1902 and nestled in Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center stands as the largest non-profit hospital on the U.S. West Coast. With a century - long history, it has evolved into a medical powerhouse, integrating patient care, research, and education seamlessly. Its prime location adds to its allure, yet it’s the hospital’s exceptional services that truly set it apart.more

Samitivej Hospital: A Renowned Thai Hospital Chain with Global-Standard Care
Founded in 1979, Samitivej Hospital is a well-known hospital chain in Thailand. The group has expanded and developed world-class medical facilities, including 3 hospitals accredited by JCI (Joint Commission International)—a globally recognized benchmark for healthcare quality and safety.more

Trump Tariffs Jolt Australian Stocks; Gold Mining Sector Leads Declines
Australia’s stock market fell across the board on July 9, with the S&P/ASX 200 dropping 0.61% to 8,538.6 points. Markets reeled after Trump announced plans to impose 50% tariffs on imported copper (effective as early as late July) and 200% on pharmaceuticals, triggering a 13.1% daily surge in copper prices—their biggest jump since 1989.more

Euro Zone Shows Recovery Signs as Sentix Hits 3-Year High, German Industry Rebounds
The euro zone’s economic outlook brightened in July: the Sentix Investor Confidence Index surged to 4.5 (up from 0.2), a three-year peak and third straight rise. The current conditions sub-index improved to -7.3 (still contracting), while the expectations gauge jumped to 17.0, signaling optimism. Germany’s index rose to -0.4 (highest since February 2022), with its current conditions improving for five months. Analysts warn sustained recovery could limit the ECB’s rate-cut room.more

TSMC’s Technological Prowess: Navigating Geopolitics While Defending Chipmaking Supremacy
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world’s largest chip foundry, dominates the global semiconductor industry with its mastery of advanced manufacturing processes below 7nm. Counting tech titans like Apple and NVIDIA among its clients, TSMC’s cutting - edge capabilities underpin the development of smartphones, AI accelerators, and other high - tech products. However, escalating geopolitical tensions have forced the company to expand production facilities in the United States and Japan, posing new challenges to its bottom line.more

Bumrungrad International Hospital: A Global Leader in Healthcare Excellence
Founded in 1980 and located in the heart of Bangkok, Bumrungrad International Hospital stands as a globally recognized multispecialty institution, celebrated for its commitment to excellence in patient care and innovation. As Thailand’s first internationally accredited hospital , it has earned renown across 33 medical specialties, delivering exceptional healthcare services to 1.1 million patients from over 190 countries annually .more