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Bigmama, a beloved Korean eatery in Singapore, has officially closed its doors after a successful run of more than a decade. The owner made the sad announcement in a series of heartfelt social media posts and comments on Monday, revealing that the restaurant…
After two decades of operation, the well-known Singapore buffet restaurant, Carnivore Brazilian Churrascaria, has announced its impending closure at the end of September. The establishment, situated at Riverside View in Robertson Quay, shared the news via…
Starbucks has finally shown a surge in comparable sales growth, marking the first increase in nearly two years. This promising development suggests the early success of the renowned coffee company’s turnaround strategy. Turnaround Indicators The fourth…
After an eight-year pause, United Airlines, one of the top three largest American carriers, has restarted its flight operations between two U.S. cities and Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC). As of this week, the airline has begun operating daily flights from HCMC to…
After a three-week decline, Vietnam’s petrol prices began to rebound on Thursday afternoon. The nation’s widely used fuel, RON95, experienced a 0.91% increase, bringing it to VND19,900 (US$0.76) per litre. Shifts in Fuel Prices Alongside the price increase of…
Google is modifying the display and functionality of text advertisements in search results. The biggest development is that Google will now give users the option to hide sponsored search results if they are uninterested. However, there is a small caveat to…
Royal Enfield, a well-known motorcycle manufacturer, has recently made its entry into the online retail sector by offering its motorcycles for sale on Flipkart. Advancing its ventures in the e-commerce domain, the company has now disclosed its collaboration…
Style Theory, a Singapore-based online clothing rental platform, has recently ceased operations due to increasing operational costs and the departure of its key investors. Established in 2016, Style Theory functioned as an online rental platform that operated…
The Australian beef industry has recently experienced a surge in exports to China, taking market share formerly held by the US. This shift has transpired in the wake of US President Donald Trump’s return to the White House and the ensuing trade tensions…
After more than a decade of absence, Dutch wholesale retailer Makro is poised to make a comeback in the Philippine market. This return is made possible through an alliance between Thailand’s CP Axtra and Ayala Corporation. New Business Venture The…
Fast Retailing, the parent company of Uniqlo, has made history as the first Japanese clothing company to achieve domestic sales of 1 trillion yen. In the fiscal year ending in August, Uniqlo’s domestic sales increased by 10% to approximately 1.03 trillion…
Google has just released a revamped image editor for its Google Photos application on Android. This newly designed feature, which users might find more user-friendly, can be accessed by selecting a photo from your Google Photos gallery and then hitting the…
The Kraft Heinz Company recently announced its comprehensive strategy to divide its current operations into two independent companies. This decision is aimed at enhancing functionality and reducing operational complexity. The Plan for Separation The company’s…
Leading sportswear brand Asics has adjusted its annual forecast upwards, following an impressive performance in the first half of the year. The company’s exceptional sales growth was seen across all product categories and global regions. Asics witnessed a…
VIPshop Holdings, a prominent Chinese online discount retailer, has reported a decrease in revenue and profit for the second quarter of the 2025 fiscal year. This decline is part of a broader strategic adjustment that the company is currently undertaking.…
Japanese footwear label Onitsuka Tiger has unveiled its plans to make a comeback in the North American market by 2027, signifying a critical phase in the company’s international growth strategy. Onitsuka Tiger, which is managed by sports apparel titan Asics,…
