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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay announced the abandonment of the Parandur greenfield airport project, citing impacts on agricultural land and livelihoods. The decision drew criticism from the DMK and BJP, while industry bodies and passengers voiced concerns over economic consequences, and the government plans to expand the existing Chennai airport instead.
New Zealand's government has introduced a bill to ban under-16s from social media, with fines of up to 10% of global revenue for non-compliant platforms. The bill faces opposition from coalition partners and is unlikely to pass before the November election.
Gravity Game Unite officially launched Ragnarok Zero: Global on August 18 across Southeast Asia, Europe, and Oceania. The PC MMORPG introduces new features like Get Poring and RO Factory, with a subscription model and a series of in-game events.
Suzuki has revealed its first electric kei passenger car, the e Sky, which will be sold in Japan and the UK, with potential expansion to Europe and India. The vehicle targets a 310 km range, features a 26 kWh LFP battery, and is set to go on sale in Japan by March 2027.
India's mutual fund industry has grown at a 17.1% CAGR over five years, more than double the global rate, according to the AMFI-Crisil Factbook 2026. However, AUM remains only 13.7% of GDP versus a global average of 64.7%, indicating headroom. The investor base is broadening with SIPs, passives, and smaller cities gaining ground.
Alibaba Group Holding has raised HK$80 billion (US$10.2 billion) through a new share placement priced at HK$112.70 per share, an 8.4% discount to Friday's close. The offering, aimed at funding AI development, drew strong demand but sent shares down as much as 10% in early Hong Kong trade.
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has said he will not run against FIFA president Gianni Infantino, but warned that Infantino must either recognize he has lost support or face a challenger in March's election. The warning follows the abandoned plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors, which drew accusations of 'deception' from three confederations. Ceferin also faced criticism over Donald Trump's intervention in a red-card decision, while FIFA president Gianni Infantino continued to court support among smaller football nations.
Fast-fashion retailer Shein is set to debut on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on September 1, aiming to raise up to HK$13.86 billion in a listing that values the company at close to $27 billion—a significant drop from its private market peak. The IPO follows Beijing's approval and comes amid regulatory scrutiny, tariff pressures, and competition, with proceeds earmarked for technology and international expansion.
Eli Lilly's new weight loss pill, Foundayo (orforglipron), is now available in UK pharmacies from today, marking the first European approval. It offers a convenient once-daily oral option for eligible patients, with pharmacists warning about counterfeit risks. The pill is currently available via private prescription, with costs starting at £64 for the first month.
Visitors to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) have clashed over queues at the summit trig point, with long waits reported and videos showing walkers bypassing the line. The mountain's popularity and recent warm weather have intensified the issue, drawing comments from hikers and a national park warden.
Julián Álvarez was booed by sections of the Atlético Madrid support during Sunday's 2-2 La Liga draw with Villarreal, with the reaction intensifying transfer speculation linking the Argentine to Arsenal and Barcelona. The forward started on the bench and headed straight down the tunnel after the final whistle.
Norway's King Harald V, 89, experienced a deterioration in his health over the weekend while receiving treatment at Oslo University Hospital, according to the royal palace. He remains hospitalized with a bacterial blood infection, has responded to antibiotics, and his condition is stable. Crown Prince Haakon is serving as regent amid the 89-year-old monarch's ongoing health challenges.
AfD co-leader Alice Weidel has pledged to restore permanent border controls, withdraw from the Schengen system, and eventually leave the euro if her party comes to power. Speaking ahead of key state elections, she also predicted the AfD would govern in Saxony-Anhalt and at the federal level, while attacking the CDU's refusal to cooperate with her party.
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan signed a Treaty on Eternal Friendship in Tashkent, aiming to boost bilateral trade to $1bn by 2030. The leaders also advanced cooperation in energy, transport, education, and sports, including joint hosting of the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup.
Actor Neal McDonough revealed that a mutiny among 'Band of Brothers' cast members during boot camp was ended by Tom Hanks' inspirational words. McDonough shared details of the grueling training and his personal experiences on the set.
Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume warned that the company is in a 'more than critical' state, citing global headwinds, Chinese competition, and overproduction. The carmaker is considering significant job cuts and may repurpose plants, while the IG Metall union has vowed resistance. Blume is set to defend saving plans in upcoming staff meetings.
California Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom were spotted enjoying Noah Kahan's concert at Oracle Park in San Francisco, dancing to the hit 'Dan'. The couple had front-row seats at the sold-out show, part of Kahan's Great Divide Tour.
Former Indian diplomats Navdeep Suri and Ramesh Chander have been asked to provide additional documents to prove their citizenship during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Punjab. Both served abroad in 2003, the baseline year for the revision, leading to mismatches and official notices. Punjab electoral officials say the process is routine and their names remain on the rolls.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said Singapore will not allow itself to be used as a conduit for illegal trade practices, responding to US allegations that the city-state could be used by Chinese exporters to avoid tariffs. However, he acknowledged practical limits, noting Singapore cannot trace every product that passes through its shores. The remarks came during his National Day Rally speech on Aug 23.
In his National Day Rally speech, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong described a more contested and dangerous world, urging Singapore to deepen global ties and strengthen ASEAN unity. He emphasised that trust, built on the rule of law and strong institutions, remains the nation's key asset. A forum piece reflected on Singapore's visionary planning and the new leadership's willingness to listen.