Cupertino
After years of speculation, Steve Jobs - arguably the most influential and dominant figure in the tech world in the past decade - quit as chief executive of Apple on Thursday. The 56-year-old's resignation sent ripples across the internet, media and business worlds, as Apple's stock immediately lost 5.4 per cent.
New York
After becoming the subject of death threats on a jihadist website, comedian and late night talk show host David Letterman seemed unfazed on Monday, as he poked fun at the incident with a series of jokes in the opening monologue of his show.
Beijing
It's a week to celebrate creative culture in Beijing, with the first 789 Arts & Culture Festival, which runs until Saturday. With live performances, art and events such as the Brazilian Documentary Film Festival, it advertises itself as a platform for young artists born in the 70s, 80s and 90s (hence 789).