In vibrant West Jakarta, Indonesia—where history, energy and charm intersect—Dunkin’ is introducing a refreshing new guest experience. On April 15, Dunkin’ unveiled its first restaurant with new franchisee PT Diamonds Donuts International (DDI), furthering the brand’s expansion across Indonesia. The new location on the ground floor of Puri Indah Mall in West Jakarta debuts an expanded menu and elevated cafe-style environment. All future Dunkin’ locations in Indonesia will open with this upgraded guest experience. Rooted in its “YES ALL DAY” spirit, the transformation reinforces brand’s position as Indonesia’s go-to beverage destination—bringing moments of joy into everyday routines. Guests can explore…
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On January 26, the U.S. and Philippine militaries conducted a joint exercise in the South China Sea at the disputed Scarborough Shoal. In a show of force, the Philippines deployed its frigate, the Antonio Luna; a coast guard offshore vessel; a helicopter; and two military planes, while the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command deployed a MH-60R helicopter and an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer. Days after the exercise, China conducted air and naval patrols around the Scarborough Shoal. In an unusual move, the PLA Southern Theater Command announced details of the operation, revealing the type of aircraft and naval frigates used, alongside flight paths over the disputed region. Japan also tracked four strategic warships transiting the Miyako Strait. The strait, which is of high strategic importance, is part of Japan’s exclusive economic zone. Meanwhile, satellite imagery showed…
The United Arab Emirates is facing a severe aviation crisis as flight cancellations and delays surge across the region’s major airports. On April 17, more than 30 flights have been cancelled and 124 delayed across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and other key hubs, disrupting travel for tens of thousands of passengers. Budget carriers FlyDubai and Air Arabia are among the hardest hit operators managing the fallout. This unprecedented aviation disruption signals critical challenges for global aviation connectivity and raises concerns about the region’s ability to maintain reliable air travel services. The scale of these disruptions impacts not only travelers but…
Data: Three-Month Performances of Main Operator Classes | Aviation Week Network https://aviationweek.com/themes/custom/particle/dist/app-drupal/assets/AW_logo_horizontal_small_white.svg Skip to main content Credit: Nigel Prevett Total flight hours by corporate, fraction and charter operators during the first three months of 2026 rose when compared to the same period in 2025 and in 2019, according to Aviation Week’s Tracked Aircraft Utilization data.Total flight hours for corporate operators, by far the largest of the four operator classes with a fleet exceeding 21,500 aircraft, totalled just under one million hours over the three months, up 3% compared to a year ago and 17% above the first quarter of 2019.Flight…
長光辰芯 (03277.HK) delivered a blockbuster debut on Hong Kong’s stock exchange on April 17, 2026, capturing investor enthusiasm for semiconductor technology. The company’s stock opened at HK$67, representing a 68% gain above its IPO price of HK$39.88. This exceptional performance reflects the semiconductor sector’s momentum and growing appetite for AI-related chip makers. The IPO generated significant interest, with the public offering receiving 1,138.21 times oversubscription, indicating strong confidence in the company’s growth prospects. Understanding this debut helps investors gauge market sentiment toward semiconductor stocks and emerging tech opportunities in Hong Kong. 03277 Stock IPO Details and Pricing 長光辰芯’s IPO pricing…
The Japanese defense startup JISDA has introduced a new domestic drone called the ACM-01 Shiraha. Priced at approximately $450, the aircraft was presented on April 14 in Tokyo as a training platform. It is designed for mass use and can be quickly replaced if it is damaged during operations, according to Defence Blog on April 15.We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.DONATE NOWThe drone features a wooden fuselage with a wingspan of 1.9 meters. All components and systems for the aircraft are manufactured directly in Japan. The developers based the design on…
The model was first presented in July 2025 – at the time still camouflaged and under the name Super EV Concept – at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK, where it took to the track. It made its official debut in October that year at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo. Since then, it has been confirmed that the battery-electric Kei car would enter series production.Honda has now announced that the rival to the Dacia Spring or Hyundai Inster will soon be available in Japan, Honda’s home market, as well as in the UK. From today, the electric…
New Delhi: India and Austria on Thursday concluded 15 arrangements covering defence, tech, innovation and trade and decided to set up a Joint Working Group on countering cross-border terrorism. The outcomes were announced following the Summit between Modi and Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker in New Delhi. The Letter of Intent (LoI) on defence will provide an institutional framework for promoting cooperation in military matters, defence industrial and technology partnership, building on the momentum of the India-EU Defence and Security Partnership signed on 27 January 2026, as well as facilitate defence policy dialogue, training and capacity building.The LoI on counter-terror will…
Xi Jinping’s government, which has long projected an image of strategic neutrality, is now being publicly discussed by Israeli readers as a potential supporter of the networks and states confronting Israel. The shift follows a U.S. intelligence assessment, first reported by CNN, indicating that Beijing may be preparing to transfer man-portable anti-aircraft missiles to Iran. Public reaction in Israel, reflected in reader responses to English-language media coverage, suggests a reassessment of China’s role—from a distant economic partner to a more direct geopolitical actor. The discussion has also extended to Taiwan, with some Israeli commentators raising the possibility of closer alignment…
KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 — Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh today reportedly defended the “Bangun KL” campaign following criticism, saying it is a private sector initiative and does not involve government spending.According to a report in The Star, Yeoh said the campaign and tagline were created by Zus Coffee Group, adding that Putrajaya would work with any party whose efforts benefit the public.“It is better than doing nothing; if you want to criticise any programme, I’m sure anyone can find something wrong with every single one,” she reportedly said at an event in Bandar Tun…