Special Reports

The summer Olympics, scheduled from July 26 to August 11, will feature 10,500 athletes competing in 329 events. The Paralympics will follow from August 28 to September 8, with 4,400 athletes participating in 549 events. The Olympics will see representation from 206 countries, while 184 countries will compete in the...

Determining one's position on the wealth spectrum can be challenging since most Americans are reluctant to discuss financial matters, even though they recognize that such conversations are crucial for financial solutions. Recent research by financial advisory firm Empower indicated that 62% of Americans avoid talking about money, and 35% were...

As of 2023, the global population has experienced a significant surge, reaching 8.02 billion from 7.95 billion in 2022. While much attention has historically been directed towards the world's most populous countries, it is now crucial to shift the focus towards understanding and recognizing the least populated nations across the...

A recent survey conducted by Medscape reveals that around 28% of U.S. cardiologists boast a net worth exceeding $5 million, placing them fourth among medical specialties. Only radiologists, gastroenterologists, and urologists report higher percentages in this wealth bracket, with 31%, 31%, and 33%, respectively. The insights are drawn from Medscape's...

The rapid pace of change in workplaces across the Asia Pacific is becoming increasingly evident, as highlighted in this year's Hopes and Fears survey, which gathered insights from 19,500 workers in 14 territories. Employees are beginning to feel the strain of these transformations. According to PwC’s 27th Annual Global CEO...

Over the past five years, the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme has seen significant changes. In June 2019, Australia hosted 5,886 PALM visa holders, a number that skyrocketed to 32,513 by May 2024—a remarkable increase of 450%. Several factors contributed to this surge, notably the prioritization of PALM workers...

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) economies are set for slower growth this year due to ongoing oil production cuts, with Saudi Arabia's economy being significantly impacted, according to a poll of economists. A survey conducted between July 8 and 22 involving 24 economists forecasts that Saudi Arabia's economy will grow...

Every day, about 168,054 people around the world die from many reasons, including natural diseases, accidents, violence, and disasters that aren’t expected. These numbers can vary significantly among countries, influenced by healthcare access, social stability, technological development, and the overall economic situation. It’s noteworthy that the most populated countries, China...

A recent study conducted by the Swiss Institute for Economic Research (KOF) has unveiled striking disparities in the origins of wealth among Switzerland's richest individuals. According to the study, a mere 8% of the 300 wealthiest Swiss citizens accumulated their fortunes through their own efforts. In stark contrast, 80% of...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to significantly enhance economic growth in the US and other advanced economies more than in China and emerging markets, according to a study by Capital Economics. This development is expected to heighten global competition between Washington and Beijing. The study ranks countries based on their...