A US judge has blocked a criminal case in Arizona against Kalshi, an event-based prediction market, following a request from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This ruling impacts the regulatory landscape for such platforms.

India is reportedly sounding out Australia and Japan about holding an overdue Quad meeting around May 26, ahead of US Senator Marco Rubio's planned visit to Delhi.

Malaysia's deputy works minister announced that the government is considering reactivating the Variation of Price (VOP) clause for construction materials. This move comes in response to a significant surge in construction costs, aiming to mitigate financial burdens on contractors.

As the US vice-president leads peace talks with Iran, he must balance warring factions, a demanding boss and his own political future.

Dr. Chidebelu Ufodike, a Nigerian healthcare leader, recounts his career path from a pharmacist in Nigeria to the chief operating officer of New Jersey Urology in the United States, citing limited opportunities as his reason for leaving Nigeria.

The number of US service members seeking discharge due to conscientious objection has sharply increased, with many citing the US-Israeli war and an Iran school bombing as turning points.

Over US$68,000 has been wagered on prediction market platforms regarding the potential release of jailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai, raising questions about the legality of such markets in Hong Kong.

The local solar industry is struggling to keep up with a significant increase in demand for solar installations, leading to supply shortages and installers having to reject clients or extend waiting times.

In March, equity mutual funds experienced their highest inflows in eight months, signaling increased investor confidence and participation in the equity market. This surge reflects a positive trend in retail investment.

Nigeria's maritime sector is experiencing significant growth, driven by a surge in exports, strategic reforms, and substantial investments in port efficiency, signaling a positive economic trend for the nation.

The United States and Iran are reportedly set for peace talks, though uncertainties remain regarding issues such as Lebanon and sanctions, with a revamped Iranian leadership expressing wariness and JD Vance taking on a high-stakes role.

US Senators Elizabeth Warren and Sheldon Whitehouse are calling for an investigation into unusual oil trading activity, including significant, well-timed trades, that occurred prior to President Trump's announcements regarding the Iran conflict.

Recent US jury verdicts against tech giants Meta and YouTube have highlighted the ongoing tension between freedom of expression and the protection of children online, prompting discussions on legal commitments and potential lessons for regions like Hong Kong.

Relations between the US and the Vatican are reportedly strained, with the Pentagon denying accusations of berating a papal diplomat, following the Vatican's repeated condemnation of US military actions alongside Israel in Iran.

Lebanese Health Ministry says people killed in Israeli attacks since March 2 rises to 1,953 with 6,303 wounded.