Ho Chi Minh City beats Bangkok, Singapore to claim world's best street food city

Ho Chi Minh City beat Bangkok and Singapore to become the world’s best street food city. It got a 63% approval rating in a Time Out ranking. The magazine said, "the promise of sizzling woks and freshly prepared street food is a major draw for travelers seeking culinary experiences abroad."

Prudential Campaign Celebrates the Promises That Matter Most

Prudential started a new regional marketing campaign called “Promises, made real.” across eight Asian markets. The project uses digital and social channels to highlight personal commitments to family and health. Priscilla Ng said, “At the heart of the campaign is a simple idea: every policy represents a promise.” It helps customers.

U.S. to close consulates in Canada, Japan and Indonesia, sources say

The U.S. State Department plans to close five foreign missions in Canada, Japan, Indonesia, Grenada, and Cameroon. Officials sent a notice to Congress late last week about this rare downsizing. These closures are not tied to any specific event, and the department said it will shut down these global posts.

Indonesia President Prabowo draws flak over Iran nuclear remarks, North Korea mediation claim

Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto faced criticism on August 4, 2026, after claiming Iran possesses nuclear weapons. Experts called the remarks imprudent and unsubstantiated. Researcher Dewi Fortuna Anwar said, “It was unwise for the President to categorically say Iran has nuclear weapons without verification.” The government later removed the segment from recordings.

Soybean Futures Test Key Support as China Demand Meets Ample Global Supply

Soybean futures fell toward a four-week low as favorable rain forecasts across the Midwest eased supply concerns. While China committed to buying 25 million metric tons of US soybeans annually, record exports from Brazil added pressure. Prices got a boost on July 24, but many traders now watch global supply levels.

US military options narrow as Trump calls off Iran strikes: What to know

President Donald Trump called off Iran strikes and turned to diplomacy on Sunday. He said, "long-stalled negotiations between the US and Iran were expected to resume on Monday afternoon." However, Iran denied direct talks with the US. Trump has now backed down three times from threats to expand the air campaign.

Iran’s Most Powerful Weapon Is Time-Here’s How To Turn It Against Them

The United States faces a recurring cycle of Iranian attacks and airstrikes. Analysts say Iran uses cheap drones to force expensive defensive responses. Tehran aims to survive until the November 2026 midterm elections, betting that time is its best weapon. Currently, the regime focuses on enduring rather than winning battles.