Samsung heir Lee Jae-yong has been acquitted of fraud charges in connection with a 2015 merger, ending a decade of legal battles. The ruling marks a significant moment for the conglomerate, with Lee pledging to discontinue the traditional family succession model.
Russia has declared a temporary ceasefire for Orthodox Easter, with Ukraine expressing readiness for reciprocal actions. The truce, set to begin on Saturday, follows repeated calls from Kyiv for a cessation of hostilities. Both sides hope for a period of calm amidst ongoing conflict.
Singapore is grappling with escalating energy prices, largely due to global fuel supply chain disruptions from the Iran war. In response, the government has mandated public sector employees to set office air conditioning to a minimum of 25°C and implement other energy-saving measures, challenging the nation's long-standing reliance on extensive cooling.
Jordan Bardella, a leading figure in France's far-right, is reportedly in a romantic relationship with Princess Maria Carolina of Bourbon-Two Sicilies. The news, broken by Paris Match, suggests a strategic unveiling ahead of a potential presidential campaign.
