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March 18, 2025 BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, announced a landmark $23 billion acquisition of 43 ports, including two strategically vital ports along the Panama Canal. This deal underscores BlackRock’s strategic expansion into global infrastructure and highlights the geopolitical significance of the Panama Canal in international trade. Deal Overview The acquisition encompasses 43 ports…
March 17, 2025 Joey Wat, CEO of Yum China—the parent company of KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell in China—spends hours observing customers in restaurants to inform product development. Notably, by watching diners, especially children dipping fried chicken into mashed potatoes and gravy, she conceived the boneless “mash potato burger.” This hands-on approach aligns with…
March 17, 2025 KFC has introduced its first new bucket in nearly a decade—the Dunk It Bucket—featuring the all-new Mashed Potato Poppers. These poppers are creamy mashed potatoes, golden fried for a crunchy bite, and are available nationwide starting today, while supplies last. The Dunk It Bucket includes KFC’s hand-breaded Original Recipe Tenders, Secret Recipe…
Indian filmmaker Jayant Digambar Somalkar’s debut feature, ‘Sthal (A Match)’, critically examines the traditional practice of arranged marriage bride viewings. Drawing from personal experiences in his native village in Maharashtra, Somalkar portrays the objectification women face during these rituals. The film has garnered significant acclaim, winning multiple awards, including Best Asia Pacific Film at the…
📅 March 17, 2025 Anthony and Joe Russo, directors of Marvel’s “Avengers: Endgame,” are embarking on a new venture by establishing a high-tech studio focused on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) to support artists. Backed by a $400 million investment from Tokyo-based gaming company Nexon, their goal is to develop AI tools that empower creators and…
📅 March 17, 2025 Chinese tech giant Baidu has launched two new artificial intelligence models, with Ernie X1 positioned as a direct competitor to DeepSeek R1. Ernie X1 offers comparable performance at half the price, boasting enhanced capabilities in comprehension, planning, reflection, and evolution. Additionally, Baidu has upgraded its flagship model, Ernie 4.5, enhancing its…
📅 March 17, 2025 India’s street food culture is undergoing a major transformation! In an exciting development, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced a new initiative to promote AI-powered smart food stalls across major cities. These high-tech stalls aim to improve food hygiene, safety, and customer experience while preserving the…
📅 March 17, 2025 Bollywood’s leading actress, Deepika Padukone, is set to make a powerful comeback in the action genre with her next big-budget film, Shadow. Directed by the renowned Siddharth Anand, known for hits like Pathaan (2023) and Fighter (2024), this movie promises to be a game-changer in Indian cinema. The film, produced by…
📅 March 17, 2025 Amazon has unveiled a series of AI-driven shopping features aimed at improving customer engagement and personalization. The new tools, powered by machine learning and predictive analytics, will help shoppers find products faster and with greater accuracy. According to Amazon’s official press release, these AI enhancements will include: ✅ Smart Search Optimization…
March 17, 2025. The global business finance landscape is witnessing a remarkable transformation as companies embrace new investment strategies and financial technologies. From venture capital growth to innovative financing models, businesses are navigating an evolving market with fresh opportunities and challenges. Key Trends Driving Business Finance in 2025 1. Alternative Financing Methods on the Rise…
Here’s What He’s Discovered As St. Patrick’s Day (March 17) approaches, people around the world will be flocking to their local Irish pubs to celebrate. But for one Irishman, pub-hopping isn’t just an annual tradition—it’s a way of life. Colm Dalton, a County Kerry native, has embarked on an ambitious mission: to visit every Irish…
Anyone who has lived in a major city knows the charm of gathering spare change with friends to share a single dish at an upscale restaurant, just to soak in the ambiance. However, this nostalgic experience is fading as more London restaurants adopt a new trend: minimum spend requirements. The Rise of Minimum Spend Policies…
