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Bill To Outlaw Trade In Dog Meat Passed By The Parliament Of South Korea

South Korea's parliament passed a bill on Tuesday to ban the consumption and sale of dog meat, outlawing the contentious centuries-old practice amid increased support for animal welfare. ...

The Two Priciest Cities In The World Are Singapore And Zurich

The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) has announced that Singapore and Zurich were tied for the most expensive cities in the world this year, followed by Geneva, New York, and Hong Kong....

Pocket wallets vs. smartphones: Can we replace cash with digital currencies?

The more than a decade-long history of cryptocurrency has clearly demonstrated that the world is keen on the new form of money. The crypto frenzy has even prompted leading central banks to work on...

The Growing Influence Of Tech Giants In Political Campaigns And Regulatory Shifts: A New Era Of Corporate Politics

Trump’s Return And China’s Diplomatic Counterplay: Renewed Tensions On Trade And Taiwan

FedEx Restructures Operations: The Impact Of The Spinoff On The Future Of Freight And Delivery Services

Ethical Implications Of The Trump-Witkoff Crypto Venture: The Intersection Of Crypto, Politics, And Potential Security Risks

The Adani Controversy - Bribery, Securities Fraud, And Global Implications

Amazon Strikes: A Broader Look At Worker Unrest In The Retail Sector

Indian Rupee Faces Record Decline Amid Global And Domestic Challenges

The Rise Of Chinese EVs: A Wake-Up Call For Japan’s Traditional Automakers

Italy’s Economic Struggles Resurface: Lessons From Spain’s Resilience And A Path Forward

The Rising Potential Of Geothermal Energy Amid Big Tech And Energy Sector Shifts

First Severe Human Bird Flu Case In U.S. Highlights Growing Health Concerns; Emergency Declared

Bitcoin’s Rise To Record High: A Reflection On Strategic Reserves And Global Crypto Adoption

Markets

Gold Is Expected To Reach Record Highs In 2024

After a turbulent 2023, gold investors forecast record high prices the following year due to fundamental support from the U.S. Federal Reserve's dovish turn in interest rates, ongoing geopolitical risk, and central bank buying. At about $2,060 an ounce, spot gold is expected to grow by 13%...

OPEC Will Have To Deal With Diminishing Demand And A Dwindling Market Share At The Beginning Of 2024

According to forecasts and calculations by Reuters, OPEC will see declining demand for its crude in the first half of 2024, coinciding with a decrease in its worldwide market share to the lowest level since the Covid-19 epidemic due to output cutbacks and member Angola's exit. According to...

Alternatives For Shipping Through The Red Increase Supplier And Retailer Costs And Cause Delays

After terrorist assaults on ships in the Red Sea, the team at Toymaker Basic Fun, which is in charge of managing the ocean shipments of Tonka trucks and Care Bears for Walmart and other shops, is rushing to divert freight from the Suez Canal. According to insiders in the logistics sector,...

Chinese Companies Seek To Malaysia For The Manufacture Of Premium Chips

According to insiders, an increasing number of Chinese semiconductor design businesses are enlisting Malaysian companies to assemble a percentage of their high-end chips. This is because they want to protect themselves in case the U.S. extends its sanctions against China's chip industry. ...

Bold EV Ambitions Were Hit By Reality In 2023

This was the year that the auto industry deviated from its original course towards an all-electric future. According to a Reuters research, manufacturers were preparing to invest $1.2 trillion by 2030 to transition electric vehicles from niche goods to mass-market versions, many of which...

Avatars And AI Technologies Are Being Driven By The Growth Of Livestream Shopping In China

In China, livestreaming is becoming increasingly popular, which is propelling the creation of new tech goods including mobile data bundles and virtual person broadcasters. It's an attempt to innovate and monetize one of the few areas of the economy that is growing at a moderate pace....

Apple Cautions Local Production Targets In India Will Be Impacted By India's EU-Style Charger Requirements

According to a government document, Apple has warned India that if New Delhi follows the European Union and mandates that all current iPhones have universal charging ports, its local production targets will be missed. This comes as the American tech giant is attempting to delay or obtain an...

Australian Ranchers Are Giving Away Sheep For Free As There Is Excess Of The Animals

Due to the surplus of mutton in Australia, prices have plummeted, and some farmers are choosing to give away or cull their sheep rather than raise them on the farm in order to save money. According to data from Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA), mutton prices have dropped 70% in the last...

EU Passes Legislation Imposing A Methane Emissions Cap On Imports Of Fossil Fuels

Early on Wednesday, the European Union came to an agreement on a regulation that would limit the amount of methane emissions that can be imported into Europe starting in 2030. This will put pressure on foreign suppliers to tighten up on leaks of the potent greenhouse gas. Following...

Miners Of Bitcoin Reap Profit Before The "Halving"

While the sun is shining, bitcoin miners are generating money. With the recent surge in cryptocurrency prices, the industry has emerged from its slump. Currently, mining businesses are scurrying to lock in earnings before the "halving" of bitcoin, which would see rewards for creating...

Confusion In Global EV Battery Supply Chain Due To China's Graphite Restrictions

Beijing's intention to restrict graphite exports will have a disproportionate impact on international makers of electric vehicle battery components who have not yet transitioned to utilising as much synthetic material as Chinese rivals, according to industry insiders and experts. Since it...

Concerns About The Declining Market For Electric Cars Are Growing

A warning from a battery manufacturer and the cancellation of a GM-Honda agreement on Wednesday serve as more evidence that high interest rates are impeding the goals of automakers and climate regulators to expedite the transition to electric vehicles. Although sales of electric vehicles are...

Trump’s Return To Office Could Shift Global Geopolitics: Putin Holds Firm On Ukraine, While Other Conflicts Face Uncertain Future*

As former U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to re-enter the White House, the geopolitical landscape is bracing for significant shifts. Russian President Vladimir Putin has publicly expressed his...

Lifestyle

Bill To Outlaw Trade In Dog Meat Passed By The Parliament Of South Korea

The Two Priciest Cities In The World Are Singapore And Zurich

Pocket wallets vs. smartphones: Can we replace cash with digital currencies?

The Growing Influence Of Tech Giants In Political Campaigns And Regulatory Shifts: A New Era Of Corporate Politics

Trump’s Return And China’s Diplomatic Counterplay: Renewed Tensions On Trade And Taiwan

FedEx Restructures Operations: The Impact Of The Spinoff On The Future Of Freight And Delivery Services

Ethical Implications Of The Trump-Witkoff Crypto Venture: The Intersection Of Crypto, Politics, And Potential Security Risks

The Adani Controversy - Bribery, Securities Fraud, And Global Implications

Amazon Strikes: A Broader Look At Worker Unrest In The Retail Sector

Indian Rupee Faces Record Decline Amid Global And Domestic Challenges

The Rise Of Chinese EVs: A Wake-Up Call For Japan’s Traditional Automakers

Italy’s Economic Struggles Resurface: Lessons From Spain’s Resilience And A Path Forward

The Rising Potential Of Geothermal Energy Amid Big Tech And Energy Sector Shifts

First Severe Human Bird Flu Case In U.S. Highlights Growing Health Concerns; Emergency Declared

Bitcoin’s Rise To Record High: A Reflection On Strategic Reserves And Global Crypto Adoption

Gold Is Expected To Reach Record Highs In 2024

OPEC Will Have To Deal With Diminishing Demand And A Dwindling Market Share At The Beginning Of 2024

Alternatives For Shipping Through The Red Increase Supplier And Retailer Costs And Cause Delays

Chinese Companies Seek To Malaysia For The Manufacture Of Premium Chips

Bold EV Ambitions Were Hit By Reality In 2023

Avatars And AI Technologies Are Being Driven By The Growth Of Livestream Shopping In China

Apple Cautions Local Production Targets In India Will Be Impacted By India's EU-Style Charger Requirements

Australian Ranchers Are Giving Away Sheep For Free As There Is Excess Of The Animals

EU Passes Legislation Imposing A Methane Emissions Cap On Imports Of Fossil Fuels

Miners Of Bitcoin Reap Profit Before The "Halving"

Confusion In Global EV Battery Supply Chain Due To China's Graphite Restrictions

Concerns About The Declining Market For Electric Cars Are Growing

World

First Severe Human Bird Flu Case In U.S. Highlights Growing Health Concerns; Emergency Declared

Methane Emissions From Tropical Wetlands: A Growing Threat To Global Climate Goals

Conflict-Affected Nations Demand Urgent Climate Funding At COP29

Trump’s Return To Office Could Shift Global Geopolitics: Putin Holds Firm On Ukraine, While Other Conflicts Face Uncertain Future*

World Bank's Record Climate Finance: Implications For Global Development

People

Trump Declines Further Debates As Harris Emerges As Debate Winner In Polls

Kamala Harris Targets GOP Economic Criticism With New Policy Proposals

Musk Gives To An Organisation That Supports Trump's Election: Bloomberg

New Study Finds People Who Were Class Bullies Could Make Higher Incomes In Their Middle Age

In A New York Corporate Fraud Lawsuit, Trump Slapped Fines And Interest Of $454 Million