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Anne Curtis, Solenn Heussaff and the Philippines It Girls setting Instagram and reality TV

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Even before #goals was a thing, open-hearted celebrity Filipino women have long channelled the BFF squad mentally – most notably in the group of trendsetting friends centred around Georgina Wilson dubbed Manilla's “It Girls” back in the early 2000s. With four of those special women – Wilson plus actress and VJ, Solenn Heussaff, socialite Isabelle Daza and celebrity stylist Liz Uy – later rounded up by E! for a reality TV show of the same names, we look back at some of the Philippines’ most enduring, influential female faces setting our feeds on fire. Read More...

BTS, BLACKPINK, EXO and more: pick the best third generation K-pop group

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While the second generation ignited the Hallyu wave, the third Generation showcased the extent of its impact. During this period, artists reached new heights in music, incorporated diverse genres into their discography, and engaged more creatively with fan-driven content from around 2012 to 2018.BTS, BLACKPINK, EXO, GOT7,SEVENTEEN, and TWICE have achieved unparalleled success, breaking records, setting trends, and making a significant impact on the international music scene. With their iconic discography, undeniable charisma, and unique appeal, both as groups and as individual members, they have risen to the pinnacle of their music labels, setting a high standard for excellence in the industry. Read More...

China shipping: from its monopoly on containers, to its critical role in the global supply chain

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How important is shipping to China’s economy?As the world’s largest exporter and producer of industrial goods, China’s exports contributed to 39.18 per cent of the country’s GDP in 2020. Meanwhile, the country is also the world’s second-largest importer, after the United States. Foreign trade inevitably has to rely on transport. Among the various transportation methods, maritime transport, or shipping, is the most important for China. Shipping is also closely related to the global economy, as more than 85 per cent of goods are transported by sea in international trade, according to Clarksons Research. Read More...