Despite many wins in 2026 already UAE Team Emirates-XRG face one particular challenge. Since the early season races, a significant number of riders have been sidelined due to injury and sickness. One of those was Tim Wellens. The Belgian crashed heavily in Kuurne-Brussel-Kuurne, breaking his collarbone. The veteran returns this week at Brabantse Pijl and the Amstel Gold Race.Vegard Stake Laengen, Mikkel Bjerg, Jay Vine, Jhonatan Narváez… they all went down in the first WorldTour race of the year. For the latter, it immediately meant the end of his entire spring campaign, while others did manage to return. In the…
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Listen to this article The oil price shock triggered by the 2026 US–Israeli war on Iran is hitting the Indonesian economy hard. The US dollar’s rebound is prompting Indonesia’s central bank to spend reserves and use unduly tight financial conditions to support the rupiah, while the Strait of Hormuz’s closure is reverberating through Indonesia’s budget, inflation and external accounts. And Jakarta has limited policy space to respond, making a significant slowdown likely. Even before this shock, ratings agencies Moody’s and Fitch had assigned Indonesia’s sovereign rating a negative outlook. Public dissatisfaction with economic conditions was already high, which was encouraging…
(Sharecast News) – Gucci owner Kering said on Thursday that it was buying a minority stake China’s ICCF, the owner of luxury fashion brand Icicle Fashion Group.Founded in Shanghai in 1997, Icicle is known for “a design aesthetic rooted in Eastern philosophy, bringing together natural materials, refined craftsmanship and a quiet, contemporary sensibility”.It specialises in women’s and men’s ready-to-wear and accessories and operates more than 200 stores, including flagship locations in Beijing, Shanghai and Paris.No financial details were disclosed, but Kering said the strategic partnership brings together ICCF’s “deep understanding” of the Chinese luxury ecosystem and cultural landscape with its…
The best travel tip I got in Chongqing came not from a guidebook, a travel app, or a fellow tourist, but from my chartered driver somewhere on the expressway between Beibei and the city. As someone who visits tourist spots on the daily, his list of places that retained the ‘true spirit’ of old Chongqing had not even appeared in my research (even on Douyin and Rednote/Xiaohongshu). So here they are: five day trips from Chongqing, all under three hours, all completely off the Singaporean radar, and every one of them genuinely worth the journey.Also read: Honest Review of Chongqing:…
The Voice of Fashion is an online fashion and design magazine. Completely distinct in the way it deals with the latest fashion trends and its approach to Indian Fashion industry, TVOF is an online platform that explores news, views, opinion pieces, reported articles, photo features, narrative style stories and shopping lists. It is a fashion magazine with strong reading content, videos and news. Most fashion magazines do not deal with analytical pieces that give the reader an in-depth coverage of Indian fashion from a design and political perspective. The Voice of Fashion, not only does deep dive interviews with Indian…
HONG KONG, April 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — With over 50 years of deep-rooted history in Hong Kong, New Region Group officially launched its brand-new “New Region China Fund” in February 2026. Designed exclusively for professional investors, the fund provides specialized access to investment opportunities across the Greater China market. Management Team representing the company’s launch of the New Region China Fund for professional investors.The fund is a natural evolution of the Group’s discretionary account mandates, which have consistently achieved excellent performance, continuously outperforming the Hang Seng Index under the same investment strategy and management team. The fund’s launch directly addresses…
Tesla BackgroundAfter a detailed analysis of Tesla, the following trends become apparent: Debt To Equity RatioThe debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a measure that indicates the level of debt a company has taken on relative to the value of its assets net of liabilities.Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company’s financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.By evaluating Tesla against its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following observations arise: Tesla is in a relatively stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by…
Mung Bean Starch Market Size, Market Forecast and Outlook By FMI The mung bean starch market was valued at USD 233.0 million in 2025. Industry valuation is estimated to reach USD 248.0 million in 2026 and is projected to expand at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2026 to 2036. The market is expected to attain USD 463.0 million by 2036 as food manufacturers increase the use of high-amylose pulse starches in formulations that require thermal stability, texture control, and extended shelf life. Summary of Mung Bean Starch Market The market is forecast to reach USD 463.0 million by 2036. …
The Electronics Weekly team share some fingerposts – their picks of the week, in terms of announcements, developments, product releases, quotes, or anything else in the wide world of electronics, that caught their eye… Caroline Hayes, editorI liked Amazon Leo Aviation Antenna targets inflight connectivity and the customisation for aviation use and the potential for travellers to communicate over land and sea. David Manners, components editorWhat caught my eye this week was Samsung appearing to be getting near to commercial yields on its 2nm process. Alun Williams, web editorWhat caught my eye was the EIB (European Investment Bank) is backing…
Why are oil and gas prices up today, and will Brent, US WTI crude futures, Dutch and British gas rates continue to rise or drop again? This question is central for investors and consumers. Energy markets moved higher after doubts grew over peace talks between the United States and Iran. Supply risks in the Strait of Hormuz remain a major concern. Falling US fuel inventories and strong exports also pushed prices higher. European gas markets reacted to the same geopolitical risks. This report explains oil price movements, gas price trends, analyst views and what investors should watch next.Why are oil…