As bird flu cases are dominating the headline, the US state of California has now reported two human cases of infection. who were in close contact with animals at a dairy facility. Earlier, bird flu outbreak has been found in Vietnam which killed a string of animals including the big cats such as panthers, lions, tigers etc.

First Animals, Now Humans: Bird Flue Cases On Rise

Now, we look at how markets reacted to China's massive stimulus announcement, which adds a touch of showbiz. Asian stocks rose for a fifth day, while U.S. Stocks reached new highs as investors braced for deeper fed rate cuts. The latest rally is driven by Beijing's latest adrenaline shot.

Asian Stocks Rise On Optimism About China

According to figures from the Japanese Immigration Service Agency, by the end of last year, 821,838 Chinese nationals were living in Japan, a 13% rise from 2022.

Rise in Chinese immigration into Japan

Over the last decade, there has been a surge in consumer interest in sustainability, driven by growing awareness of environmental and social issues. Companies, eager to capitalise on this trend, have increasingly adopted the language of environmental and social responsibility.

Greenwashing’s Sly Cousin: The Rise of Sustainability Laundering

Gold prices have risen after softer-than-expected US Producer prices data boost hopes for US Rate cuts this year. Persistent geopolitical concerns in west Asia and the rush among central banks to buy gold have added to the metal's shine.

Gold prices rise after softer US Producer prices data, boost hopes for US Rate cuts

Meanwhile, bananas are set to get more expensive due to climate change. Experts say climate impact poses an enormous threat to the fruit supply also compounding the impact of fast-spreading diseases the world banana forum is set to meet in Rome on Tuesday to tackle challenges facing the fruit.

Bananas more expensive due to climate change?

The World Health Organization (WHO) voiced alarm on Tuesday (Feb 20), about the measles cases that have been rising so quickly. Last year, there were over 306,000 cases worldwide, which is a 79 percent rise from 2022.

WHO: Measles cases rose 79% globally last year

The UK is experiencing a sharp rise in cases of measles. They've to the highest levels in over a decade. Just last week's cases rose by a third despite declarations the illness had been eliminated in the country.

UK: Measles cases soar to 465, at highest levels than 2013

Indian economy is booming. Foreign investors are keen on India. India is set to drive the global growth. India's stock market is now the fourth-largest. Is it the right time to invest in Indian stocks? Watch this video to know more.

India is now the world’s fourth-largest stock market after overtaking Hong Kong

Since last two years, India has remained the world’s fastest-growing major economy. Indian economy is also expected to retain the top spot in 2024 as well. At present, Indian economy and demography resemble China’s between the late 1990s and early 2000s. Watch this video to find out why India is likely to be the world’s fastest-growing economy for at least a couple of decades.

Why is India likely to be the world’s fastest-growing economy for at least a couple of decades?

The coronavirus pandemic and rising inflation has pushed close to 70 million more people in Asia's developing countries into extreme poverty. An Asian development bank report shows that 155.2 million people in Asia's developing countries lived in extreme poverty last year. That's about 67.8 million more people than would have been the case without the covid-19 pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis.

Extreme poverty rises in Asia

While Chinese companies have reported a big spurt in earnings in the first three months of 2023, the real story lies in the consumption pattern of the Chinese population. While the covid fatigue encouraged the Chinese to spend more on dining, travel and luxury goods. Spending on daily consumer goods has remained lukewarm.

Chinese companies see a spurt in earnings in 2023

A report states that Australia in the near future can meet its 2015 Paris Agreement pledge to limit the temperature rise to 1.5°C. @SehgalRahesha tells you more about this report. Watch to know more.

Can Australia reduce its CO2 emissions?

Here’s a look inside the manosphere and the rise of toxic masculinity.

Andrew Tate and the rise of the ‘Manosphere’ | Untangled

Second-hand luxury goods are surging in popularity, with no sign of this trend slowing down. Resale is fast becoming a priority market for luxury brands looking to expand their revenue streams and spread to new areas. In this episode of Beyond the Runway, we tell you everything about the second hand luxury market.

Beyond the Runway S2 | The rise of second-hand luxury market

The number of transactions reached a record 7.82 billion in December and totalled Rs 12.82 trillion, also a record high, helping the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to end the year 2022 on a strong note.

UPI's meteoric rise: India's UPI transactions rise over 7.82 billion in December 2022

Indian cricket has been on the rise in the post-Independence era. 1983, 2011 ODI World Cup wins, 2007 T20 World Cup triumph, IPL's birth, and women's cricket's rise have led to cricket being the most-preferred sport among countrymen.

India@75: Indian cricket's rise in post-Independence-era

India won only 1 bronze medal in their first ever appearance at the Commonwealth Games in 1934. Rashid Anwar had won India's first medal that year, in wrestling. It has been an inspiring journey since then.

India@75: India's inspiring rise at Commonwealth Games

Protests have continued in Panama for the second week over the price rise. Protesters blocked key routes across Panama as they reject the government's call for negotiations.

Protests continue in Panama for the second week over the price rise

Pakistan is dealing with rise in active covid-19 cases and positivity rate has jumped to 3.88%. As per reports, Pakistan registered over 800 new cases on Saturday.

Pakistan deals with rise in active covid cases, positivity rate jumps to 3.88%

Pakistan is witnessing a surge in covid cases as per the data released by the national institute of health in Islamabad. The country recorded 641 fresh infections in the last 24 hours.

Pakistan records 641 fresh covid infections, positivity rate at 3.41%

As several countries around the world register cases of monkeypox, the World Health Organization is going to organise an emergency meeting on Friday, media reports said.

WHO to hold emergency meeting over rise in number of monkeypox cases   

A study claims that there is an Alarming rise in New Zealand's sea levels. It also indicates that sea-level rise will outpace global predictions.

Study: Alarming rise in New Zealand's sea levels

Loud music, groovy dance and drinks in nightclubs can make anyone forget the hardships of the world. It is true, right? But it is imperative to not become completely careless as several nightclubs in France have been witnessing instances of needle attacks, as per a media report.

Beware! Panic spreads as 'needle attacks' rise in French discos now, says report

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