Special Reports

Faiq Bolkiah, renowned as the world's wealthiest footballer with an estimated staggering wealth exceeding $20 billion as the nephew of the Sultan of Brunei, has been hospitalized after sustaining a leg injury during a Thai Premier League match. The 25-year-old football sensation, who has previously showcased his talent across Europe...

The rate of heavy drinking among adolescents between the ages of 15 and 16 is much higher compared to that of adults in most European countries. More than one-third of adolescents in the European Union reported heavy episodic drinking, which is twice the number of adults. On average, over 37.4...

The untimely passing of Angela Chao, the esteemed Chief Executive of Foremost Group, has cast a somber shadow over the realms of business and politics, particularly in light of her significant role in fostering ties between the United States and China. Ms. Chao, aged 50, met a tragic end in...

The sorrowful demise of Marco Troper, a 19-year-old student discovered lifeless at UC Berkeley's Clark Kerr Campus, has been attributed to a suspected drug overdose, as disclosed by a family member. Hailing from a prominent Silicon Valley lineage, Troper was surrounded by illustrious relatives, including tech luminaries such as his...

The global financial landscape witnessed a significant downturn in the fortunes of Francoise Bettencourt Meyers, regarded as one of the wealthiest individuals worldwide, on the somber Friday of February 9th. The familial stakes in the renowned French cosmetics powerhouse, L’Oreal, largely responsible for her opulent wealth, suffered a staggering blow...

According to recent projections, India's Muslim population is expected to increase by 35.62 million people between 2020 and 2030. By 2050, India is expected to surpass Indonesia and have the largest population of Muslims in the world. Nigeria currently has the fifth highest Muslim population in the world, with over...

Global Perspective: During the Great Depression, the United States was ranked as the wealthiest country with a GDP of $1.461 trillion in 1937. Currently, in 2024, the US has a GDP of $27.97 trillion. The Former USSR ranked second on the list with a GDP of $379.98 billion in 1929,...

The CEOWORLD magazine's Corruption Perception Rankings for 2024 show that Finland is the least corrupt country in the world, followed by New Zealand and Denmark. Points such as bribery of public officials, kickbacks in public procurement, embezzlement of state funds, and the effectiveness of public sector anti-corruption efforts are considered...

As of February 18, 2025, Naspers Limited is the most valuable company in Africa, with a market cap of $41.56 billion. Following it are Firstrand Limited ($22.59 billion) and STANDARD BANK GROUP LIMITED ($19.69 billion). Which one is the most valuable in Africa by market cap? This list comprises the...

As of February 18, 2025, TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY LIMITED is the most valuable company in Asia, with a market cap of $840 billion. Following it are TENCENT HOLDINGS LIMITED ($551 billion) and INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL BANK OF CHINA LIMITED ($323 billion). Which one is the most valuable in Asia...