The Czech Republic is facing a bigger budget shortfall than planned. The new finance minister, Alena Schillerova, revealed that the deficit has already surpassed the initial target. When she started her role on December 15, the deficit was at 266 billion crowns. Just four days later, it grew to 275
Tokyo Lifestyle Co. , Ltd. has made significant strides in 2025, focusing on improving quality and efficiency rather than just expanding its size. The company has successfully navigated through a tough economic environment, marked by geopolitical tensions and supply chain issues. Despite these chall
MOGU, a big name in China's online fashion world, has just made a move into artificial intelligence. They didn't go all in, though. Instead, they bought a tiny piece - less than 1% - of an AI company based in China. The price tag? About $14. 2 million. This isn't MOGU's first dance with technology.
A big change is coming to Brooklyn's healthcare scene. Maimonides Medical Center, a private hospital that has been serving the community for a long time, is teaming up with NYC Health+Hospitals. This merger, set to happen by April 2026, is a major move to keep Maimonides afloat. Maimonides has been
BlackRock, Inc. just made a significant investment move. They recently increased their stake in Umicore, crossing the 5% threshold for voting rights. This happened on December 22, 2025, and was officially announced the next day. So, what does this mean? Well, BlackRock now has a bigger say in how U
AI is making big changes in the real estate world. It's not about machines taking over, but about making things simpler and faster for everyone. Real estate agents are still important. They offer something AI can't: personal understanding. Agents guide people through the complicated process of buyi
Louis Gerstner, a prominent figure in the business world, passed away at the age of 83. He was best known for his role as the CEO and chairman of IBM, where he made significant changes that saved the company from potential financial ruin. Gerstner joined IBM in 1993, coming from a background in cons
A father's love sparked a big idea. Garet Hil wanted to help his sick daughter. He couldn't donate a kidney to her. So, he started the National Kidney Registry (NKR) in 2007. The idea was simple. Donors who couldn't help their loved ones could give their kidneys to a big pool. Sick people could then
AI is revolutionizing research labs. It speeds up data processing and cuts costs. But there's a trade-off. AI excels at refining existing ideas. It's like a super-fast assistant that always plays it safe. However, history shows that big breakthroughs come from unexpected, risky ideas. To keep innov
In 2025, the world said goodbye to many influential figures who left their mark on various fields. Their deaths sparked conversations about legacy, mental health, and the fleeting nature of life. In Hollywood, the passing of Rob Reiner and Val Kilmer reminded everyone that fame comes with its own s
