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Eurozone
Eco-Friendly Packaging Laws: European Regulations & Business Adaptations
Did you know that the global packaging industry, known for its green manufacturing practices and commitment to a green supply chain, generates over 300...
Finance
Analyzing CPI Report: Moderation of US Inflation in March
Understanding inflation in the US labor market in 2023 is crucial for economists. The percent plays a significant role in analyzing the economic situation....
Meta Platforms
Meta’s News Blockade in Canada: A Standoff with Publishers
Have you heard about the recent standoff between Meta and the Canadian government? If not, let's dive into the details.
Meta, the parent company of...
Asia-Pacific
North Korea’s Power Play: A Display of Defiance and Diplomacy
In an era where geopolitical tensions are palpable, North Korea's recent maneuvers have catapulted it back into the global spotlight. But what's the underlying...
Global News
Russia’s Economic Turmoil: The Hyperinflation Crisis Unveiled
Is Russia on the brink of an economic meltdown? The recent reports and data emerging from the nation paint a grim picture, suggesting that...
Global News
BlackRock Identifies 5 ‘Mega Forces’ Set to Transform the Investment Landscape
In its mid-year report, BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has identified five significant mega-trends that have the potential to reshape investment portfolios in...
Global News
G7 Leaders Sound Alarm Bells for Responsible Use of AI
The leaders of the seven leading global economies who recently gathered in Hiroshima, Japan over the weekend have expressed concerns about the growth of...
Ukraine crisis 2022
War-Torn Ukraine/Russia Increases Demand for Power Generators
Before Crimea, many countries relied on Russian gas to power their homes and businesses. But since Russia has cut off much of their supply,...
Global News
Adidas Drops Partnership with Kanye West
Footwear giant Adidas has dropped rapper Kanye West, after coming under pressure to do so in the aftermath of the rapper's antisemitic remarks.
The severed...
Eurozone
Google Fails EU Appeal to Overturn Record €4 Billion Antitrust Fine
The European Union’s General Court in Luxembourg upheld a decision to fine Google a record €4-billion fine meted by the bloc’s antitrust enforcers over...
Eurozone
The US also wants to unify chargers like the EU, but will they choose USB-C?
U.S. lawmakers are considering mandating a single charger for mobile device manufacturers, following the European Union's lead. This doesn't necessarily mean that USB-C will...
Africa & Middle East
Egypt Signs Contract with Siemens Mobility to Construct High-Speed Railway Line
Egypt has entered a contract to build a 2000 kilometers high-speed railway with Siemens Mobility’s traffic and rail unit and a consortium of partners....
Asia-Pacific
Airbnb Moving Out Of China Due to Pandemic Lockdowns
The continuing lockdowns in major Chinese destinations caused by the Covid-19 pandemic are forcing vacation rental firm Airbnb to move out of China.
According to...
Global News
Oxfam says Covid-19 Created a New Billionaire every 30 Hours. At What Cost?
An Oxfam brief released Monday showed that for every new billionaire minted during the Covid-19 pandemic — one every 30 hours — over a...
Manufacturing
CoolCola, Fancy and Street. The Russian company has launched imitations of the well-known brand
Russian firm Ochakovo has introduced a new range of soft drinks called CoolCola, Fancy and Street to replace the Coca-Cola, Fanta and Sprite brands...
Eurozone
Finland, Sweden Submits Application to Join NATO Alliance
Finland and Sweden formally requested to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), a decision prompted by Russia's invasion of Ukraine and despite objections...
Ukraine crisis 2022
McDonald’s Leaves Russia After 30 Years
McDonald's entry into Russia over 30 years ago came at a time when doors for growth were seen after the fall of the Soviet...
Africa & Middle East
Saudi Aramco’s Q1 Profits Jump 82% Despite Oil Market Volatility
Saudi Aramco, the Saudi state-owned oil company, announced an over 82 percent increase in first-quarter net profit on Sunday, beating analyst expectations and benefiting...
Finance
US Federal Reserve Makes Biggest Rate Increase in 22 Years to Fight Inflation
The U.S. markets finished significantly higher on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve announced its long-awaited interest-rate hike, the highest rate increase since 2000.
Following the...
Covid-19
Moderna Expected to Release Omicron variant Specific COVID 19 vaccine Booster this Fall
Barely days after seeking the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) permission to deploy its COVID-19 vaccine for children, Moderna has established a broad schedule...