January 7, 2026

Vietnam's New Law Forces YouTube and Platforms to Show Skippable Ads After 5 Seconds from Feb 2026

Vietnam's Decree 342/2025 will require YouTube and other digital platforms to let users skip ads after 5 seconds starting February 15, 2026. The law aims to end frustrating long ads and misleading pop-ups, promising a smoother online browsing experience.

January 7, 2026

O-1 'Genius Visa' Sees Rise in Approvals for Adult Performers and Digital Creators

The US O-1 visa, meant for people with extraordinary talent, is being granted more to adult performers and digital stars. This trend challenges old ideas and stirs fresh debates about who truly qualifies.

January 7, 2026

Experts Doubt Trump's Bold Claim on Rapid US Oil Investment in Venezuela

Donald Trump predicts US oil firms will quickly invest billions to fix Venezuela’s oil industry. Experts say caution is key without government guarantees and estimate recovery could take years.

January 6, 2026

ONGC Controls 90% of Blowout Fire at Mori-5 Natural Gas Well in Andhra Pradesh

ONGC has controlled about 90% of a massive fire at the Mori-5 gas well in Andhra Pradesh. Experts will decide on U.S. team deployment. Locals evacuees can return soon.

January 6, 2026

Indian Apple Growers Fear New Zealand Imports Flood Market After Duty Cut in New FTA

Apple farmers in Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh are worried as a new FTA with New Zealand plans to cut import duty from 50% to 25%. They fear cheaper New Zealand apples will flood Indian markets, harming local growers and cold storage investments.