This week on WTF, we look at the growing risks of zoonotic disease spillovers as avian flu and hantavirus outbreaks raise fresh global health concerns, the emerging “plastic shock” hitting Asia as oil disruptions squeeze petrochemical supplies, and the debate sparked by Perlis’ ambition to position itself as a future regional trade hub.

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This week on WTF, we look at the growing risks of zoonotic disease spillovers as avian flu and hantavirus outbreaks raise fresh global health concerns, the emerging “plastic shock” hitting Asia as oil disruptions squeeze petrochemical supplies, and the debate sparked by Perlis’ ambition to position itself as a future regional trade hub. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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WTF: Virus Spillovers, Plastic Shock and Perlis Dreams

A look at China’s growing global influence through brands and commerce and whether that translates into real soft power, rising concerns over climate tipping points like the potential collapse of the AMOC, and Malaysia’s widening shortage of veterinarians and what it means for public health, food security, and the broader economy.

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A look at China’s growing global influence through brands and commerce and whether that translates into real soft power, rising concerns over climate tipping points like the potential collapse of the AMOC, and Malaysia’s widening shortage of veterinarians and what it means for public health, food security, and the broader economy. Image Credit: Shutterstock

China’s Soft Power, Climate Risks & Vet Shortage

A look at the landmark US ruling against Ticketmaster’s parent company over monopoly practices and what it means for the global live events industry, debates around proposed wealth taxes in New York and whether they could gain traction elsewhere, and the detention of a journalist in Kuwait amid a wider regional crackdown on content linked to the Iran conflict.



Image Credit: Shutterstock

A look at the landmark US ruling against Ticketmaster’s parent company over monopoly practices and what it means for the global live events industry, debates around proposed wealth taxes in New York and whether they could gain traction elsewhere, and the detention of a journalist in Kuwait amid a wider regional crackdown on content linked to the Iran conflict.Image Credit: Shutterstock

WTF: Virus Spillovers, Plastic Shock and Perlis Dreams

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