In a powerful display of solidarity, 14 African nations, along with several key partners, have pledged more than $45 million to support the World Health Organization (WHO) through its new Investment Round. This initiative, which is only three months old, is designed to secure sustainable funding for WHO, a cornerstone...

Across the U.S. and the U.K., concerns are mounting about inadequate savings for retirement. In the U.S., a recent AARP survey revealed that nearly 20% of adults aged 50 and older have no retirement savings at all. Policymakers have long favored strategies like automatic enrollment and auto-escalation in retirement plans...

A recent survey reveals that younger adults are increasingly viewing homeownership as a key financial goal, often placing it above other major life events. Houseful, a real estate technology platform owned by the Royal Bank of Canada, conducted the survey and found that 78% of single and unmarried first-time homebuyers...

The landscape of international education is undergoing a significant transformation as traditional powerhouses like the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia implement policy changes that are reshaping student mobility. These shifts are not only influencing where students choose to study but are also opening the door for emerging destinations to gain...

Alight Inc., a leading recordkeeping firm, has appointed Dave Guilmette as its new Chief Executive Officer. He will continue to serve as vice chair of the board, a role he assumed earlier this month after being named to the board in May as an independent director. This leadership change is...

Australia has become the latest nation to grant employees the "right to disconnect" from work, joining a growing list of countries, primarily in Europe, that have implemented similar measures. As of Monday, new legislation prohibits organizations from penalizing employees who choose not to answer calls or respond to emails outside...

When CEOs of Inc. 5000 companies seek new sales talent, they aren't just looking for candidates with a long resume. While experience and existing relationships have their place, attributes like drive, competitiveness, and cultural fit often take precedence. According to Inc.'s annual CEO Survey, 45% of CEOs of Inc. 5000...

Alice Walton is on track to join the exclusive club of centi-billionaires, a group that includes Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and Warren Buffett, as her wealth approaches the $100 billion milestone. The Walmart heiress recently overtook L'Oréal heiress Françoise Bettencourt Meyers to become the wealthiest woman in the world, with...

BHP's CEO, Mike Henry, expressed his belief that China's property market is poised for a recovery in the coming year, supported by recent government interventions. Although he acknowledged the property sector's current challenges as a "weak point" for steel demand, Henry remained confident in the Chinese government's recent policy measures...