Although calm has largely returned to Mexico after the killing of a major cartel leader triggered widespread unrest, concerns about security remain as the country prepares to co-host the FIFA World Cup. The expanded tournament, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across three nations, is scheduled for this summer, with Mexico set to host several games. Even before the main event begins, qualifying matches are planned for Monterrey and Guadalajara next month. Guadalajara is lo

The small, egg-sized desserts once disappeared from display cases within hours. Coated in cocoa and marshmallow and filled with crunchy pistachio cream, the treats known as dujjonkus, or “Dubai chewy cookies”, were nearly impossible to keep in stock just weeks ago. But recently, dozens have been left unsold at the end of the day, a sharp reversal from their peak popularity. At one Seoul patisserie, owner Seong Jeongmin had been selling around 1,000 a day during the height of