Tighter curbs at major education hubs may steer more students to South Korea: Report
The number of international students in South Korea has increased 2.5-fold over the past decade.
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K-pop concerts face renewed uncertainty in Greater China
Nationality issues appear unlikely to have been the primary cause in the cancellations.
Starbucks bets on robots to brew a turnaround in customers
Chief executive Brian Niccol explains why he thinks AI will help the coffee giant regain its buzz.
Steven Spielberg Wins First Grammy, Achieves EGOT Status
The legendary director-producer now has an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony
Trump announces 2-year closure of Kennedy Center for 'complete rebuilding'
President Trump on Sunday announced that the Kennedy Center will be closed for a two-year restoration beginning in July. "The Trump Kennedy Center will close on July 4th, 2026, in honor of the 250th Anniversary of our Country, whereupon we will simultaneously begin Construction
Donald Trump Will Close the Kennedy Center for Two Years for a ‘Complete Rebuilding’
President Donald Trump, after affixing his name to Washington, D.C.’s Kennedy Center and prompting multiple artists to cancel engagements at the famed arts center, said he has decided that the facility must be shut down for two years to undergo a “complete rebuilding.” In a
Japan election: AI-doctored video of campaign broadcast goes viral
The video, which has been deleted, has been viewed more than 1.6 million times.
Steven Spielberg Achieves EGOT Status With Grammy Win for ‘Music by John Williams’
Steven Spielberg has joined the illustrious EGOT club. The filmmaker achieved EGOT status, winning a Grammy Award in the best music film category for the documentary “Music by John Williams,” a tribute to his longtime collaborator and the composer behind some of cinema’s most
2 days after promising it was still 'worthy of your investment,' the most successful Kickstarter MMO ever was canceled and its team laid off: 'The developers and staff acted in good faith and deserved better'
Sifting through the ashes of Ashes of Creation
'We need to get the funniest person we can possibly find': Helldivers 2's lead writer had seven days to cast John Helldiver, the face of the game's beloved intro cinematic
"I never could have imagined the reaction to this friggin' game."
'What the f**k': Iron Lung creator puzzled as Markiplier's film adaptation quadruples its budget in one day, beating out Melania and Send Help at the box office
So, when's the Chop Goblins movie?
Megadeth Earn First #1 Album With Farewell LP
Megadeth are saying their goodbyes with one last album, a farewell tour, and a career-spanning documentary called Megadeth: Behind The Mask in which band mastermind Dave Mustaine offers a closing word on his legacy. They're going out on top — at least the top of the charts. The
Modi takes aim at Trump’s threats with budget to shield India
For Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the focus is now on steering the economy through uncertain times.
Shutdown plan for FAA involves 10K furloughs
A shutdown plan released by the Department of Transportation (DOT) on Thursday involves the furlough of more than 10,000 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) workers. The plan also states 13,835 air traffic controllers will not receive pay during the shutdown, which follows an
Five new Steam games you probably missed (February 2, 2026)
Sorting through every new game on Steam so you don't have to.
Timothée Chalamet Says He Demanded SNL Let Him Play Music: “This Is The New Way Of Doing Stuff”
Timothée Chalamet was up for his very first Grammy today thanks to his portrayal of Bob Dylan in the biopic A Complete Unkonwn . ( He did not win .) About exactly one year ago, Chalamet promoted the film with an appearance on SNL , hosting and performing a couple of his
FKA Twigs Wins First Grammy Award for ‘Eusexua’
Speaking backstage, the dance-pop artist said winning Best Dance/Electronic Album was an “out of body experience"
Africa: US Eyes Red Sea as State Envoy Visits Africa
[DW] Washington has said a visit by Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau to Africa aims to strengthen bilateral ties, but the timing raises questions about the US's interests in the Red Sea corridor.
Senate Republican says his 'preference' is for IRS to investigate who leaked Trump's tax returns instead of lawsuit
Republican Sen. Ron Johnson (Wis.) said Sunday that he would prefer the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) undertake a “robust” investigation into the leak of President Trump’s tax returns, days after the president sued the agency for $10 billion over the disclosure. “I don't
Japan PM Takaichi’s party poised for landslide victory, Asahi poll shows
A strong showing in the Feb 8 election would solidify Ms Takaichi’s grip on her party.
Japan PM Takaichi's party poised for landslide victory, Asahi poll shows
TOKYO, Feb 2 - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's party is likely to score a landslide victory in next week's lower house election, a survey by the Asahi newspaper showed.
Guess Who’s Classic Lineup Performed For The First Time In 23 Years
"American Woman" rockers the Guess Who took the stage Saturday night at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls. It was guitarist Randy Bachman and vocalist/pianist Burton Cummings' first performance under this band name since 2003. The set featured a bunch of Guess Who favorites
Fatal accidents shake Thailand’s faith in once-dominant builder
The accidents also highlighted broader public concern about Thailand’s highly concentrated economy.
Bomb cyclone brings freezing temperatures and snow to millions in US
About 150m faced cold weather advisories along eastern US, and two in North Carolina died in storm-related conditions A bomb cyclone produced freezing temperatures across a large portion of the US from the Gulf coast to New England, bringing heavy snow to North Carolina where
Sabrina Carpenter, Turnstile, More Rock the 2026 Grammy Awards Red Carpet
Music's A-list artists bring glamour and drama to the Grammys 2026 red carpet
Steven Spielberg Wins First Grammy, Achieving EGOT Status
Steven Spielberg has completed the EGOT. The legendary director won a Grammy today, completing the EGOT to go along with his three Oscars, four Emmys, and the Tony he won for producing A Strange Loop . The post Steven Spielberg Wins First Grammy, Achieving EGOT Status appeared
Satellite study reveals 24.2 billion ton annual groundwater loss in High Mountain Asia
A recent satellite-based study has uncovered alarming declines in groundwater storage across High Mountain Asia (HMA), widely known as the "Asian Water Tower." This critical water source, which sustains agricultural irrigation, urban water supplies and ecological security for
Turnstile Win Their First Grammys
Turnstile have won their first Grammys. This year the Baltimore hardcore outfit was nominated for Best Rock Performance, Best Rock Song, Best Metal Performance, Best Rock Album, and Best Alternative Music Performance. The band took home Best Rock Album for last year's Never
