Mobile tech industry expected to generate $11 trillion for world economy

Posted March 30, 2025

Mobile technology is predicted to generate $11 trillion for the global economy by 2030, according to a new report. The analysis was released by the organizers of the Mobile World …

UK coins tested for quality in the ‘Trial of the Pyx’ ceremony

Posted March 16, 2025

A jury sat solemnly in a gilded hall in central London, presided over by a bewigged representative of the crown in flowing black robes, but there were no criminals in the dock. …

Bun run: Copenhageners run to the best cakes in town

Posted March 2, 2025

In Denmark, most seasons have a bread or cake associated with them, but no other season’s cakes have as much hype around them as those baked to mark the carnival tradition Fas…

Global tech stocks rattled by DeepSeek a new Chinese AI chatbot

Posted February 23, 2025

Huge U.S. technology companies that soared amid an artificial intelligence frenzy last year are getting pummeled after a little-talked-about Chinese startup demonstrated a chatbot…

Wealth of billionaires like Trump, Musk soared in 2024, report says during meeting in Davos

Posted February 15, 2025

Billionaires’ wealth grew three times faster in 2024 than the year before, while the number of the world’s poor has barely changed over the last quarter-century, a top anti-povert…

Welcome to Kenya’s private city that could offer a glimpse of country’s urban future

Posted February 8, 2025

A privately owned development outside the Kenyan capital is attracting residents and businesses with its strict rules and modern infrastructure. Turn into Tatu City on the outs…

Dancing in the street: Kenyan capital emerges as social media and content creation hub

Posted February 1, 2025

In Kenya, where white-collar jobs seem increasingly elusive, young people are turning to content creation and photography to make a living. Leveraging technology, many are tapp…

Grocery chains vied for a place on Thanksgiving tables with turkey dinner deals and store brands

Posted December 15, 2024

Walmart, Target, Aldi and other grocers competed for a place on holiday tables with turkey dinner deals and other promotions to tempt Americans who haven’t recovered from recent f…

Christmas businesses count on customers to spend more on decor

Posted November 30, 2024

From eco-friendly, modular Christmas trees handmade in the UK to wreaths, baubles, and tree decorations, this year’s Christmas trends are a mix of traditional and contemporary sty…

Australian opal miners fear for industry as land converted to national park

Posted November 3, 2024

Opal miners in Queensland, Australia are concerned about the future of their industry as the land they source the gemstones from is being converted into a national park. The Qu…

Ballot measure takes aim at large-scale animal farms in California county

Posted October 27, 2024

In a stretch of Northern California known for scenic shorelines and celebrated vineyards, a battle is brewing over the future of the region’s animal farms. Residents in Sonoma …

Australia’s small town stores battle for survival in online shopping age

Posted October 26, 2024

For decades, Australia’s country towns have relied on independently owned general stores. But some are now at risk of disappearing because of increased competition and economic pr…

Will smart homes and AI appliances tempt consumers at Berlin tech show?

Posted October 6, 2024

Smart homes and AI-powered kitchen appliances were the hot topics at this year’s IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin. But do consumers want to spend their hard-earned money…

Can stunning landscapes and adventures tempt Western tourists to visit Mongolia?

Posted September 14, 2024

Trekking through this breathtaking scenery on horseback—this is the experience of Mongolia that the country thinks will tempt Western tourists to pay it a visit. One of the peo…

Azerbaijan’s rising luxury tourism: golf courses, high-end shopping and five-star hotels

Posted September 1, 2024

For a long time, Azerbaijan has attracted tourists with its exotic culture. But now, a new type of luxury traveler is being drawn to the country, located on the border between Eas…

They expected an Olympic boon, but some Paris businesses experienced an Olympic tourism bust

Posted August 24, 2024

On a typical summer day, tourists flock to the historic Marais district of Paris, wandering through charming medieval lanes dotted with ultra-chic boutiques, gazing at stunning pr…

Ford refurbishes old train station, a former eyesore that had become a symbol of Detroit’s decline

Posted June 30, 2024

The once-blighted, monolithic Michigan Central train station was for decades a symbol of Detroit’s decline. It now has new life following a massive six-year, multimillion-dollar r…

Ghana firm tackles missed business with mobile internet

Posted June 15, 2024

Access to mobile internet is driving economic development in Africa but the cost of buying a phone is still a major obstacle for ordinary traders. 85% of the sub-Saharan region…

Immerse yourself in an entire digital amusement park in Saudi Arabia

Posted April 7, 2024

The House of Hype—a digitalized amusement park—is offering an immersive experience for visitors in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Guests can navigate the park like a video game, unlocki…

Fruity fashion: Kenyan pineapple waste that used to be burnt made into shoes and bags

Posted March 10, 2024

Pineapples: beloved by chefs–and cocktail makers–all over the world for bringing a reliable tropical sweetness. Now, an innovative firm in Kenya is gaining fans by turning waste f…

Danish city tackles single-use trash with first-of-its-kind deposit scheme

Posted February 25, 2024

At a café in the Danish city Aarhus, the coffee is to be kept, but the cup? Well, you’ll have to give that back. Authorities in Denmark’s second-largest city are trialing a new…

Is a floating dairy farm a solution for climate change?

Posted January 7, 2024

The Floating Farm is one of the latest attempts to think outside the box when it comes to adapting to climate change. Mussel farms or attempts to grow kelp and other sea vegetatio…

Brewer Carlsberg opens attraction at site of first brewery, opened in 1847

Posted December 31, 2023

In an old corner of the Danish capital Copenhagen sits a piece of brewing history. Now, visitors can come here for what Carlsberg’s adverts have long called the “best poured be…

Diving into the world of ‘fine water’

Posted December 23, 2023

Workers inside a small plant ferry sleek glass bottles along a conveyor as they fill with the spring’s water. They place the finished product in cases and load them on trucks head…

Cans gone classy: tinned fish trend taking off

Posted December 16, 2023

Seafood in a can or rather tinned fish, as it has long been known in Europe, has evolved from tuna in water into endless possibilities, becoming one of the bigger foody trends to …

Barbies, flying dolls and Squishmallows expected to be Christmas best sellers

Posted December 10, 2023

With less than a few weeks to go, children are gearing up for Christmas with their wish lists. In the UK, the Toy Retailers Association unveiled its DreamToys top 20 toys for 2…

Adapting beer amid climate change

Posted December 9, 2023

Climate change is projected to cause declines in hop production in Europe of 4-18% by 2050, according to a study out recently in the journal Nature. Hops declines in Europe mean c…

Natural wine uncorks back to basics movement in the U.S.

Posted November 12, 2023

Natural wine – wine produced with minimal chemical intervention – is growing increasingly popular in the United States. But critics say the lack of defined st…

From Coke floats to Cronuts, going viral can have a lasting effect on small businesses

Posted November 5, 2023

The Lexington Candy Shop in New York City has served burgers, fries and shakes to hungry patrons for decades. Last remodeled in 1948, the diner is the definition of old-fashioned.…

Your food delivery driver? He’s the company’s co-founder

Posted August 6, 2023

Andy Fang is chief technology officer and a co-founder of DoorDash, the largest food delivery company in the US. Once a month, he gets into the shoes of the contractors the com…

Meta launches Threads as rival to Twitter

Posted August 5, 2023

Tens of millions of people have quickly signed up to Meta’s new app, Threads, as it aims to compete with Twitter. It’s a sign that users are looking for an alternative to the soci…

Can supply keep up with demand as aviation business booms?

Posted July 22, 2023

The aviation industry has bounced back after the pandemic halted air travel during the coronavirus lockdowns. Now aircraft manufacturers are struggling to produce enough jets to k…

App that helps blind ‘see’ gets ChatGPT-powered AI upgrade

Posted May 1, 2023

Jesper Holten was born three months prematurely, which caused damage to his retina leading to visual impairment. He’s now completely blind. When he’s alone and needs help in a …