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Sri Lanka’s prison system is in crisis after a deadly riot at Negombo prison killed 20 inmates and 8 guards, prompting the government to convert a disused hospital into a new facility to ease crippling overcrowding — currently at four times capacity. The move follows a violent drug gang clash that left over 100 injured, with coffins draped in the national flag in a somber tribute. The UN has long...

France’s competition watchdog is slamming Meta for failing to pay French media outlets for republishing their content, calling it a “serious and immediate harm” to the press. The regulator has ordered Meta to return to negotiations within 15 days, demanding transparency and fair offers under the EU’s neighboring rights rules. This isn’t the first time — agreements were made with Meta in 2021 and G...

Louis Vuitton wins a major court battle against a Chinese tea chain, reigniting global debates over luxury brand copyright protection. Meanwhile, a former Chinese city official faces the death penalty for amassing over $325 million in bribes, underscoring Beijing’s anti-corruption crackdown. Microsoft cuts nearly 5,000 jobs as tech giants restructure amid shifting market demands. Canada moves to b...

A former Nanjing economic official, Yang Youlin, has been sentenced to death for accepting over $325 million in bribes over three decades—helping businesses and land deals for cash. His case underscores China’s sweeping anti-corruption drive under President Xi, with assets to be seized and Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adv...

Jamaica’s global services sector is a booming economic engine, employing 50,000 and generating $1 billion in foreign exchange—but it’s being left out of critical policy conversations, stifled by outdated support and a flood of AI-driven negativity. While competitors invest in innovation and higher-value roles, Jamaica’s BPO industry, with its unique strengths in English fluency and North American...

Danville Walker, newly appointed GM of Jamaica’s state refinery Petrojam, has quietly exited his massive $23 billion stake in West Indies Petroleum Terminal — a move confirmed by Walker himself and reported to the Jamaica Stock Exchange. Though not a direct shareholder, he was the beneficial owner through World Energy Solutions Ltd, whose ownership structure remains opaque. The WIPT shares, which...

Louis Vuitton just won a major legal battle against a Chinese tea chain for copying its iconic logo, reigniting debates over brand protection and fair competition. Meanwhile, a former Chinese city official received the death penalty for amassing $325 million in bribes over decades, underscoring the consequences of entrenched corruption. Microsoft is cutting nearly 5,000 jobs as tech giants restruc...

A Chinese tea brand, Molly Tea, faces a $1.5 million fine from Louis Vuitton for allegedly copying its iconic monogram — a design some argue traces back to ancient Chinese motifs. As state media questions why a Chinese company is paying a foreign giant for a pattern with possible cultural roots, the debate heats up over ownership, appropriation, and heritage. LV defends its logo as inspired by neo...

Louis Vuitton wins a major court battle against a Chinese tea chain, reigniting debates over luxury brand protection — while in China, a former official faces the death penalty for decades of embezzlement involving $325 million. Meanwhile, Microsoft slashes 4,800 jobs, signaling deeper tech industry turbulence, as Canada pushes for energy independence with a new pipeline. And in the BPO sector, a...

Louis Vuitton wins a major court battle against a Chinese tea chain, sparking global debate over brand protection and intellectual property. Meanwhile, a former Chinese city official faces the death penalty for allegedly embezzling $325 million in bribes, exposing deep governance challenges. Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, signaling a major industry shift amid changing market demands. Canada moves to b...

Jamaican wrist spinner Vitel Lawes, just 19, is set to make his West Indies senior ODI debut against New Zealand—earning his spot after a dazzling 10-wicket haul at the Under-19 World Cup. Head coach Daren Sammy calls it a strategic move to build for the future, as the team fights for automatic World Cup 2027 qualification with a tense race against Bangladesh. Key players like Hetmyer and Springer...

Dream Weekend is roaring into Montego Bay with a five-day music frenzy kicking off last Wednesday and wrapping August 3rd — eight electrifying events, heavy-hitting dancehall stars like Alkaline and Dexta Daps, and a vibe crafted for first-timers and veterans alike. Dream Entertainment’s biggest festival yet is poised to redefine the island’s party scene with seamless execution, cultural flair, an...