Crypto Markets Brace for Volatility After BOJ Rate Hike to 0.75%
Crypto markets brace for volatility after Japan’s central bank raised rates to 0.75% on Dec. 19, 2025, tightening global liquidity signals during thin year-end trading and raising risk of sharp price swings. What the Bank of Japan did, when it happened, and why it’s a big deal? On December 19, 2025, the Bank of Japan […]
US Arms Sale to Taiwan Hits Record $11.1B as Washington Boosts Deterrence and Beijing Protests
The United States has approved a record US arms sale to Taiwan worth about $11.1 billion, launching the formal congressional notification process for eight packages ranging from long-range rocket systems and artillery to loitering munitions, anti-tank missiles, software, and spare parts. What Washington approved and why it matters The U.S. approval covers eight separate Foreign […]
Faster Sodium-Ion Batteries and Safer Solid Electrolytes
Faster sodium-ion batteries are edging closer to practical fast-charging, as Tokyo University of Science researchers show sodium moves through hard carbon anodes faster than lithium—while Oxford chemists report organic electrolytes designed to keep ions moving even after the material solidifies, improving safety. Why these two studies matter now Batteries sit at the center of two […]
Hubble Sees Asteroids Colliding Near Fomalhaut, Confirming “Disappearing” Planet Was Dust
Hubble sees asteroids colliding in the nearby Fomalhaut system—an event captured as a new point of light in 2023 that researchers say marks a fresh, massive smashup, and strengthens the case that the system’s once-hyped “planet” was actually debris from an earlier collision. A rare “point of light” appears—then rewrites a long-running mystery Astronomers studying […]
Micron Shares Surge After Record Quarter, AI Memory Boom Signals Supply Tightness Into 2027
Micron shares surge after the chipmaker reported record fiscal Q1 2026 results, forecast another record quarter, and warned that tight memory-market conditions could persist beyond 2026 as AI data centers soak up high-bandwidth memory (HBM) supply. What happened and why the market reacted Micron Technology said its fiscal first quarter of 2026 (ended Nov. 27, […]
Attosecond Pulse Record: 19.2-Attosecond Soft X-Ray Flash Sparks Measurement Debate
Researchers in Spain report a record 19.2-attosecond soft X-ray attosecond pulse—shorter than the atomic unit of time—aimed at capturing electron motion, as the result sparks a public debate over how the pulse was measured. In a development that pushes ultrafast science deeper into the realm where electrons move and interact, a team at ICFO (Institut […]
Oil Prices Fall as Super Glut Fears Overwhelm Global Markets
Global oil markets closed for a second consecutive week in the red on December 18, as fears of a massive supply glut continued to outweigh factors that would typically support prices. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude hovered near $56 per barrel, while Brent crude traded around $60 per barrel, reflecting persistent selling pressure across energy […]
On This Day: December 19 – History, Famous Birthdays, Deaths & Global Events
Some dates feel like quiet stitches in the fabric of time. December 19 is not one of them. Across continents and centuries, this day holds the pulse of anti-colonial liberation, the weight of political accountability, the urgency of human rights, and the long shadow of violence that tests civic resilience. It’s also a day that […]
Beyond the Trophy: What Finalissima 2026 Spain vs Argentina Signals for World Football
Finalissima 2026 Spain vs Argentina is significant now because it turns a “glamour match” into a stress-test: Qatar’s hosting strategy, football’s overloaded calendar, and the Messi-to-Yamal generational handoff collide nine months before the World Cup. What we know (confirmed match facts) UEFA and CONMEBOL have formally set the Finalissima 2026: Spain vs Argentina at Lusail […]
Future-Proof Skills Every Professional Needs to Thrive in a Business-Driven World
The world of work is changing fast, and future-proof skills are no longer a “nice to have”—they’re the foundation of long-term career security. Business priorities shift with new technology, evolving customer expectations, global competition, and economic uncertainty. The professionals who keep thriving aren’t just the most technical or the most experienced—they’re the ones who can […]
Taiwan Earthquake 5.1 Shakes Taipei, Eastern Coast Hit Near Hualien
A Taiwan earthquake 5.1 struck off the island’s eastern coast on Thursday, December 18, 2025, causing buildings to sway in Taipei and surrounding regions. The epicenter was located near Hualien at a moderate depth. Authorities confirmed no immediate reports of damage, injuries, or fatalities. Overview of the Taiwan Earthquake 5.1 Event A magnitude 5.1 earthquake […]
The Economic Impact of Tourism: Why Travel Matters for the Global Economy
When most people pack their bags for a holiday, they are thinking about sandy beaches, mountain hikes, or trying new cuisines. They rarely stop to consider that their vacation is a cog in one of the world’s most powerful industrial engines. While often dismissed as a “soft” industry centered on leisure and fun, the economic […]
