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Resolution No. 57: Vietnam eyes comprehensive, unified tourism data system

Hanoi, Jan. 7 -- Building a comprehensive and consistent tourism data system is emerging as a crucial condition for Vietnam's tourism sector to strengthen governance capacity, improve competitiveness ... Read More


Hilton takes massive action against Hampton Inn over denying ICE agents bookings; Nick Sortor cheers 'FAFO' move

India, Jan. 7 -- The Hilton group took definitive action against the Hampton Inn property in Minneapolis, in a public statement issued on January 6. The property has been at the eye of the storm ever ... Read More


Samsung 'may raise prices due to memory chip shortages'

United Kingdom, Jan. 7 -- Samsung Electronics is reportedly warning that rising memory chip shortages could push up prices across the tech industry, with smartphones, laptops and other consumer device... Read More


Kevin Hart sells rights to his name

United Kingdom, Jan. 7 -- Kevin Hart has signed away the rights to his name. The Jumanji actor has agreed a contract with Authentic Brands Group - who already have branding deals with the likes of Sh... Read More


Indonesia to build Hajj Village in Mecca to cut pilgrimage costs

Jakarta, Jan. 7 -- Indonesia's government is working to lower the cost of the annual Hajj pilgrimage for its citizens by building a dedicated Hajj Village in Mecca, increasing flights and shortening p... Read More


Caranzalem Fishermen Seek Clarity on Heavy Metal Findings in Local Fish, Demand Response Within Three Days

Goa, Jan. 7 -- Fishermen from Caranzalem met the Deputy Director of Fisheries to raise serious concerns after reports indicated the presence of heavy metals in fish caught off Caranzalem beach. The fi... Read More


Trump says Interim Venezuelan Authorities to turn 30-50 million barrels of 'high-quality, sanctioned oil' to US

Washington DC, Jan. 7 -- US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that the interim authorities in Venezuela would turn between 30 and 50 million barrels of sanctioned oil to the United States an... Read More


Housing sales in top eight cities hit 3.48 lakh units in 2025, down 1% YoY; NCR sees 19% price rise: Knight Frank

India, Jan. 7 -- In 2025, residential sales in India's top eight cities reached 3.48 lakh units, down 1% YoY. Sales momentum remained steady despite rising prices, with NCR leading at a 19% YoY price ... Read More


Housing sales in top eight cities hit 3.48 lakh units in 2025, down 1% YoY; NCR sees 19% price rise: Knight Frank

India, Jan. 7 -- In 2025, residential sales in India's top eight cities reached 3.48 lakh units, down 1% YoY. Sales momentum remained steady despite rising prices, with NCR leading at a 19% YoY price ... Read More


5G technology expansion expected to boost Vietnam's digital economy

Hanoi, Jan. 7 -- With domestic telecom operators' strong efforts to deploy 5G infrastructure on a wide scale, Vietnam expects a surge in new applications in the coming period, delivering significant b... Read More