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Tech Voice Gone: Remembering a Pioneer of Silicon Valley Storytelling

June 26, 2026

Om Malik, the founder of GigaOm and a long‑time venture partner at True Ventures, passed away on June 24, 2026. He was 60 and had spent many years battling heart problems before his death at Stanford Hospital. Malik began his career as a technology reporter in the early 2000s. He turned a personal

sports

High School Sports Highlights: Tennis Wins and Soccer Showdowns

June 8, 2026

Alex Thomas of Notre Dame Academy clinched the Division 1 state tennis title, beating Colin Meixl and Alexander Bo in straight sets. His flawless record of 21‑0 leads into the team tournament, a boost after finishing third last year. In Division 1 doubles, Brookfield East’s Jake Zheng and Ryker Koc

science

Young Scientists and Engineers Changing Healthcare and Science in Asia

May 28, 2026

This year’s standout young researchers and entrepreneurs in Asia are tackling big challenges in science and healthcare. Their work spans from decoding brain signals to designing AI tools that respect privacy. Some, like Hikari Okita, dive deep into genetics, studying xeno-nucleic acids (XNA). Unlike

business

Trains Rush as China Welcomes Holiday Travelers

May 3, 2026

China’s rail network saw an unprecedented surge on the first day of the spring holiday, transporting 24. 8 million passengers in a single day – a record for any one day in the country’s history. The national railway authority released this figure, highlighting how busy the system becomes when people

politics

Surprise Attack in Mali: What Happens Next?

April 29, 2026

Residents across Mali woke to gunfire and explosions as rebel groups entered the capital, Bamako. The assault was carried out by two organisations: the Azawad Liberation Front and a group linked to al‑Qaeda. The rebels killed the defence minister and took control of the northern city Kidal, which wa

politics

Chinese artist under fire for old jokes

April 16, 2026

A Chinese artist known for poking fun at Mao Zedong is now staring down a prison sentence under a law that didn’t even exist when his controversial pieces were made. Sources report Gao Zhen was quietly tried in late March for “dishonoring national heroes and martyrs. ” Critics say this charge flips

entertainment

Immersive Journey: A New Way to Explore a Rock Star’s Mind

March 12, 2026

David Byrne, the former Talking Heads frontman, has taken his lifelong curiosity into a bold theatrical experiment called “Theater of the Mind. ” Rather than revealing his personal history in a traditional biography, Byrne turns his life’s memories into an interactive experience. The show invites sm

business

Nexperia Faces New Legal Hurdles Over Ownership Clash

February 11, 2026

In a twist that could shake the electronics supply chain, Dutch judges have decided to launch a full investigation into Nexperia BV. The move follows a battle that saw the company’s former Chinese owner, Wingtech Technology Co. , lose control of the business. Wingtech’s influence had already been

finance

Botswana Eyes Growth After Diamond Dip

February 10, 2026

The government announced that the country’s economy is expected to rise by 3. 1 % in 2026, signalling a comeback after two years of decline. This outlook follows a sharp drop in global demand for natural diamonds, which has hurt Botswana’s main source of income. Diamonds normally provide about

entertainment

Celebrating Lunar New Year with Laughter, Music, and Stories

January 27, 2026

The Sierra Madre Playhouse is kicking off the Lunar New Year with a vibrant mix of comedy, music, and film. This isn't just a one-day event; it's a whole series of shows spread over several weeks. The goal? To showcase different art forms and celebrate Asian and Asian American voices. The Lunar New