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This island is the happiest place in Asia, according to the 2025 World Happiness Report
According to the 2025 World Happiness Report, Taiwan is the happiest place in Asia, followed by Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand and Japan.CNBC - Mar. 20 -
Finland is the happiest country in the world for the eighth year in a row
For the eighth year in a row, Finland ranked in the top spot on the World's Happiness Report's annual ranking of the happiest countries in the world.CNBC - Mar. 20 -
U.S. falls to lowest-ever ranking on 2025 World Happiness Report
The United States fell to its lowest-ever place on the World Happiness Report, released on International Day of Happiness, while Finland remained in the top spot.CBS News - Mar. 20 -
Finland again ranked happiest country in the world. US falls to lowest-ever position
Finns are the happiest people in the world, according to a new global reportABC News - Mar. 19 -
These 18 US cities are among the happiest in the world, new report says
Even as the U.S. slips in the global happiness rankings, 18 of its cities landed among the latest "Happy City Index."The Hill - Mar. 20 -
Feeling a bit down under: Australia drops out of world’s top 10 happiest countries
Australia drops to 11th in the latest World Happiness Report rankings, with New Zealand 12th and Nordic nations still on top of the world. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates ...The Guardian - 6d -
Measles cases in Europe, Central Asia doubled last year to highest level since 1997
There were 127,350 reported cases of measles, including 38 deaths, in Europe and Central Asia last year, marking the highest total in nearly 30 years, according to figures from UNICEF and the World ...ABC News - Mar. 13 -
Feeling bummed? You’re not alone, as the U.S. drops to a record low in happiness index
Despite sharing a border with Russia and receiving limited winter sunlight, Finland is the world’s happiest country. But Americans are unhappier than ever.NBC News - Mar. 20 -
F.B.I. Agents in Southeast Asia Used Prostitutes, Watchdog Says
The conduct took place over several years even as employees were training to combat human trafficking, according to a document released to The Times in a lawsuit.The New York Times - 1h -
F.B.I. Agents in Southeast Asia Used Prostitutes, Watchdog Says
The conduct took place over several years even as employees were training to combat human trafficking, according to a document released to The Times in a lawsuit.The New York Times - 1h -
Xsolla’s 2025 Gaming State of Play report reveals optimistic trends
Mobile gaming is thriving, the Asia-Pacific market is experiencing a surge -- and so are new opportunities and new markets.VentureBeat - 12h -
Xsolla’s 2025 Gaming State of Play report reveals optimistic trends
Mobile gaming is thriving, the Asia-Pacific market is experiencing a surge -- and so are new opportunities and new markets.VentureBeat - 12h -
Photos from the Kabaddi World Cup as tournament is held outside of Asia for the first time
With acrobatics, skill and guise, raiders chanting “kabaddi, kabaddi, kabaddi” have been trying to elude defenders at the first Kabaddi World Cup to be held outside of Asia this week. One team ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
The 10 most expensive places in the U.S. to start a new business, report finds
California and New York's high costs of living make them expensive for new business owners, according to a recent ranking from an online small business advisor.CNBC - Mar. 20 -
ESPN Launches A New Basketball Island On Fortnite
Late last year, ESPN carved out a place for itself in Fortnite with the debut of ESPN Football Island. Now, the network is adding a second island in Fornite Creative, which will be called ESPN ...GameSpot - Mar. 13 -
Annual report reveals most polluted cities around the world
The countries with the worst air quality included Bangladesh and India, according to an annual report from IQAir.CBS News - Mar. 11 -
Why Is the U.S. Falling in the World Happiness Rankings? Blame a Kindness Recession
This year, the U.S. sank to No. 24 in the World Happiness rankings. What do the likes of Finland and Denmark have that we don’t? More kindness.Inc. - 5d -
Asia is a 'beacon of growth opportunities' as global trade war heats up, Singapore deputy PM says
Asia will remain a "beacon of growth opportunities" despite escalating global trade tensions, according to Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong.CNBC - Mar. 12 -
New York Jets to sign QB Justin Fields, according to reports
The New York Jets have their next quarterback in Justin Fields. The signing is a two-year, $40 million deal according to multiple reports.NBC News - Mar. 10 -
England players fear they need to move clubs to seal World Cup place
Thomas Tuchel has left a number of his England hopefuls with the impression that they need to move clubs to win a place in his World Cup squad.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Seattle Seahawks and QB Sam Darnold agree to three-year, $100M deal, according to reports
The Seattle Seahawks and QB Sam Darnold have agreed to a three-year deal worth $100.5 million, according to multiple reports.NBC News - Mar. 10 -
TPC Sawgrass 17th hole: What to know about famous 'Island Green' at the 2025 Players Championship
Some key numbers, facts and memories about one of the most famous holes of golf in the entire worldCBS Sports - Mar. 12 -
Road to the 2026 World Cup: how is it shaping up with 48 places at stake?
With more teams to qualify than ever we take a look at the situation in the six confederations, from Japan being close to securing their place to Brazil’s struggles. The road to the 2026 World Cup, ...The Guardian - Mar. 19 -
Xbox-Branded Handheld Planned For Later This Year - Report
There could be an official Xbox-branded handheld out by the end of this year. A new report states that Microsoft is partnering with a PC gaming company, like ASUS or Lenovo, on the device, with a ...GameSpot - Mar. 10 -
State of the League: Before the NWSL can take on the world, it must find its place in the U.S.
The narrative around women’s sports has changed drastically over the past few years, expedited by the current political climate in the United States. Right now, the WNBA is out in front in a way ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Finding almond blossoms in unlikely places
Every year, visitors from around the world travel to Washington, D.C. to see the cherry blossoms bloom. What not everyone knows is that there are other places to see blossoms in their full glory — ...CBS News - Mar. 15 -
Minecraft's Happy Ghasts Add New Flying Mechanic To Game
While each of Minecraft's twice-annual game drops have brought new mobs, the second drop of 2025's is a cut above the rest. Meet the happy ghast. Finally, a ghast that doesn't want you dead. ...GameSpot - 5d -
Brush fire on Long Island that has scorched 400 acres is 80% contained
A brush fire on New York’s Long Island that has burned 400 acres and prompted a response from 80 fire departments and 600 personnel is now 80% contained, according to Suffolk County officials.NBC News - Mar. 10 -
Covid ‘benevolence bump’ endures as acts of kindness 10% higher than before 2020
World Happiness Report 2024 finds volunteering more frequent in most regions as Finland tops chart again and Costa Rica and Mexico enter top 10. The world experienced a “benevolence bump” of ...The Guardian - Mar. 20 -
Inside 'Maybe Happy Ending,' the revolutionary robot musical that has Broadway audiences aglow
This intimate spectacle was a hit in Asia for years, before the isolation of the pandemic and the existential threat of AI. The Times spoke with the cast and creative team about the musical's ...Los Angeles Times - 16h -
FT ranking: High-Growth Companies Asia-Pacific 2025
Indian peer-to-peer lender tops seventh annual FT-Statista rankingFinancial Times - Mar. 18 -
Ecuador beats Venezuela to reach 2nd place in South American World Cup qualifying
Ecuador defeated Venezuela 2-1 and moved into second place in South American World Cup qualifying on Friday, edging close to reaching the tournament once again. Ecuador started the competition ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Violence and sexist harassment against female MPs ‘rife across Asia-Pacific’
Report reveals scale of abuse faced by women in politics from countries such as Australia, India, Laos and Mongolia. Sexism, harassment and violence against women are rife in parliaments across the ...The Guardian - 2d -
Sweden Names 2025 World Championship Roster
Sweden has named their 2025 roster ahead of the women's World Championships in Czechia.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
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President Trump expected to sign executive order dismantling Education Department; Finland ranked happiest country in the world.CBS News - 3d -
Report: Extra security for Swiatek over unruly fan
World No. 2 Iga Swiatek has been afforded extra security after a spectator at the Miami Open verbally abused her during a practice session last weekend amid play at the Miami Open, according to a ...ESPN - 1d -
Messi out injured as Argentina seek to seal World Cup place
Lionel Messi will miss two World Cup qualifiers after he was on Monday left out of the Argentina squad for games against Uruguay and Brazil because he reportedly suffered an injury in a club game ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Who has qualified for the 2026 World Cup?
The 2026 World Cup will have a record 48 teams, and New Zealand qualified on Monday five days after Japan became the first nation excluding the three hosts to secure a spot. Asia will have eight ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Where does your neighborhood rank among the 2025 'Best Places to Live'?
How does your neighborhood or town stack up against the over-12,000 places listed in the study?The Hill - 3d