Pharrell Williams is named a UNESCO goodwill ambassador

Shares of Kioxia, a Japan computer memory manufacturer, rose 2.69% in Tokyo following its successful debut, raising over 120 billion yen in its initial public offering. The company's shares were trading at 1,484 yen, slightly above the offer price of 1,455 yen per share, with an IPO price band of 1,390-1,520 yen. Kioxia, formerly Toshiba Memory, was acquired by a Bain-led consortium in 2018 for $18 billion, with major shareholders Bain Capital and Toshiba selling...

The U.S. government dedicated its more than $1 billion new embassy in Mexico City, two years behind schedule, highlighting the strong relationship between the two nations. The embassy, located in New Polanco, required extensive toxic cleanup and is set to open to the public late next year. President-elect Donald Trump has proposed Amb. Ron Johnson as the next ambassador to Mexico, amid tensions over immigration and drug trafficking. Full Article

Coffee prices have soared following a severe drought in Brazil, the world's largest grower of arabica beans. This has led to concerns about next year's crop and rising prices for both arabica and robusta beans. U.S. roasters and coffee shop owners are considering raising prices to offset the increased cost of raw beans. Major supermarket brands have already raised prices with little impact on sales. Full Article

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, advises against disconnecting the battery to clear a check engine light, as it may only temporarily solve the issue. He stresses the importance of scanning for fault codes and addressing the underlying problem. Additionally, he recommends using caution when replacing a car battery to avoid potential electronic disruptions and suggests using a memory saver during the process. Full Article

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie will not be attending the royal Christmas celebration at Sandringham this year, as they will be spending the holidays with their respective in-laws for the first time. Their parents, Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, will also be absent, opting to celebrate privately at their Royal Lodge home. This decision comes amid ongoing scandal surrounding Prince Andrew's alleged connections to a suspected Chinese spy. Full Article

Honda and Nissan have reportedly engaged in talks about a potential merger to boost their competitiveness in the electric vehicle market, particularly in China, where they are losing market share. The Japanese car makers previously agreed to explore a strategic partnership for EVs, responding to the BBC with identical statements confirming their ongoing collaboration. With the industry shifting towards electric vehicles, Honda and Nissan are looking to strengthen their position by deepening their ties and...