Finland’s former Polarica CEO was sentenced to two and a half years in prison after dozens of Thai workers were subjected to forced labour and exploitation.
Year: 2026
Dutch Court Sentences Three Men for Stealing Dacian Gold Artefacts from Museum
Three men received 47-month prison terms for stealing priceless Dacian golden artefacts, including the Helmet of Coțofenești, from a Dutch museum in 2025.
Thailand Court Sentences Two Uyghur Men to Death for 2015 Bangkok Bombing
A Thai criminal court delivered death sentences to two Uyghur nationals for the Erawan Shrine bombing that killed 20 and injured over 120 people.
AI Search Advertising Projected to Become Major Growth Engine for Digital Media
Forecasts suggest AI-powered search advertising will capture a significant share of digital spend by the early 2030s as platforms build out generative ad experiences.
India’s Inflation Expected to Rise to 3.9% in 2026 Near RBI Target
Headline inflation in India is forecast to approach the RBI’s 4% target this year, supported by strong domestic demand and moderating energy costs.
US Department of State Approves $1.5 Billion Sikorsky Seahawk Sale to New Zealand
Washington approved the transfer of five SH-60 Seahawk military helicopters to New Zealand’s navy in a deal worth $1.5 billion.
Kuwait International Airport Terminal 1 Resumes Operations After War Closure
Kuwait’s main airport Terminal 1 has reopened to Arab and foreign airlines for the first time since it was closed at the start of the Iran war in February.
Netherlands Vs Sweden in World Cup Clash Drives Record Streaming Demand
The all-European Group F fixture in Houston drove massive global streaming traffic as the expanded World Cup format keeps multiple high-profile matches live simultaneously.
India’s Cloud Services Market on Track to Hit $13 Billion by 2026
India’s public cloud sector is growing at a 23% CAGR and is projected to reach $13 billion this year, according to updated industry estimates.