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Rome Church Erases Angel Painted with PM Meloni's Face After Uproar

A Rome parish priest has ordered the removal of a restored angel fresco bearing the likeness of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, following criticism from church officials and political opponents. The controversial image, which drew crowds away from prayer, has been painted over, reigniting debates over art, politics, and sacred spaces.

Business

Duolingo CFO Departure Signals Strategic Pivot: Subscriber Growth and Learning Quality Take Center Stage

The exit of long-time CFO Matt Skaruppa from language learning app Duolingo marks a leadership shift as the company, under CEO Luis von Ahn, doubles down on expanding its paid user base and enhancing educational efficacy. This move highlights the evolving challenges in the competitive edtech landscape, where balancing user growth with monetization remains a tightrope walk.

Business

Clear Secure Stock Slump: A Buying Opportunity or a Value Trap?

Shares of biometric security firm Clear Secure have retreated nearly 8% this month, sparking debate among investors. While the stock remains up significantly over the past year, a deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the recent weakness may have created an attractive entry point for long-term investors.

Business

Taiwan Overtakes China in MSCI Emerging Markets Index, Fueled by AI Sector Strength

For the first time in roughly two decades, Taiwan has surpassed mainland China as the largest country weighting in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. The shift, driven by the outperformance of Taiwan's AI-focused tech giants, underscores the immense influence of benchmark providers on global capital allocation and spotlights a significant realignment within emerging markets.