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Two major Southeast Asian companies are deepening their commitment to Vietnam's sustainable future. Philippine food giant Aboitiz Foods and tech platform Grab pledged to expand investments in green agriculture, smart cities, and digital transformation during meetings with Vietnam's president.
Grab Malaysia is transforming its ride-hailing platform into a cultural discovery tool, empowering local drivers to showcase hidden food gems and authentic experiences to visitors. The tech company's new initiatives spotlight small restaurants and everyday heroes ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026.
Scientists created a detachable robotic hand that can crawl independently and grab objects from multiple directions. The device can hold up to three items at once and reattach to its base without dropping anything.
When her friend had a seizure while drowning off the coast of Wales, Tamika grabbed the only thing she could reach: a fistful of hair. That split-second decision saved 14-year-old Sofia-Ann's life.
Grab is rolling out driverless taxis in Singapore, marking a major milestone for autonomous vehicles in dense Asian cities. The service promises to make rides more affordable while proving the technology can work in real-world urban traffic.
A new humanoid robot just showed off something surprisingly rare: picking up objects while walking around. Multiple robotics teams are pushing the boundaries of what machines can do in one smooth motion.
Scientists created a six-fingered robotic hand that can undock from its arm, crawl independently, and carry multiple objects at once. The breakthrough could revolutionize industrial inspections and repairs in tight spaces humans can't reach.
When an armed suspect hijacked his taxi and opened fire at police, Ramazan Yildirim didn't freeze. He wrestled the gun from the shooter's hands, giving officers the chance to end the dangerous chase safely. #
When a Delta desk sat empty at LAX, one frustrated passenger picked up the intercom and made his own announcements. His playful protests turned a common travel headache into a viral moment that made millions laugh.
American archer Brady Ellison secured his 15th World Cup Final qualification with a thrilling victory in Mexico, leading Team USA to five medals. Only China won more at the season-opening tournament in Puebla.
The Philippines approved $800 million in renewable energy projects in early 2026, accounting for nearly half of all new business investments as the country races to strengthen energy security during global oil disruptions. Solar power leads the charge with major projects expected to create nearly 250,000 jobs.
A groundbreaking project is putting cameras in the hands of young migrants, letting them share their journeys through their own eyes. The GRABS initiative uses photography and podcasts to showcase hope and resilience across borders.
Residents in Singapore's Punggol neighborhood can now hail fully autonomous taxis through Grab, marking the first self-driving public ride service in a residential area. After 1,000 test riders helped refine the experience, the service officially opens to everyone this week.
Northwestern University researchers developed a breakthrough therapy that grabs "undruggable" cancer proteins and drags them to the cell's trash system for destruction. The approach worked against MYC and KRAS, two proteins that drive many aggressive cancers and resist most treatments.
Concert fans at Manchester's Co-op Live arena can now skip the queues entirely with Europe's first fully autonomous market. Just tap your card, grab food and drinks, and walk out while AI handles the rest.
During a dangerous scene at India's infamous Suicide Point, Malayalam cinema star Mohanlal grabbed actress Karthika's hand just in time, preventing what could have been a deadly accident. Screenwriter Kaloor Dennis witnessed the heart-stopping moment that no one else seemed to notice.
A groundbreaking rescue mission will attempt to save a gamma-ray telescope that's been studying the universe for two decades. Built in just nine months, the Link spacecraft will try something never done before: grabbing an unprepared satellite to boost it back into safe orbit.
A startup from the University of Texas developed a "chemical sponge" that captures valuable minerals from polluted water with zero toxic chemicals. Lab tests show it grabs 100% of critical elements like cobalt while working 100 times faster than current methods.
When a hospital nurse got stuck in a foot of snow trying to get home to her son, a stranger grabbed a shovel and went to work. While other drivers honked and yelled, William Kitchell cleared her tires until she could drive again.
When UConn hit a buzzer-beater against Duke, Andrea Hurley grabbed players by their warmups to prevent a costly technical foul. Her quick thinking with 0.3 seconds left kept the team's Final Four dreams alive.
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