Special Reports

The United States has launched a new initiative aimed at countering the illicit financing of environmental crimes in the Amazon, signaling that the issue is becoming a higher international priority. U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen recently introduced the Amazon Regional Initiative Against Illicit Finance, designed to enhance training, cooperation, and...

Eleven out of the 27 EU member states have implemented legal measures to impose restrictions on telecom suppliers deemed high-risk, such as Huawei and ZTE, for their 5G network infrastructure, according to a European Commission spokesperson speaking to Euronews. While one new country has recently joined this list, and a...

The July 2024 REINSW Vacancy Rate Survey indicates that residential rental vacancies across New South Wales remain critically low. Although there was a slight increase in Sydney's overall vacancy rate, rising by 0.1% to 1.8%, REINSW CEO Tim McKibbin emphasized that this figure still represents a historic low for the...

Susan Wojcicki, the former CEO of YouTube, has passed away at the age of 56. The news was shared by her husband, Dennis Troper, who revealed that Wojcicki succumbed to a long battle with lung cancer. Wojcicki's academic journey began at Harvard University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in...

Marcum LLP, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm, has unveiled its 2024 Marcum National Construction Survey. This in-depth report sheds light on the current state of the construction industry and provides a forecast for its future based on feedback from industry leaders across the country. The survey reveals that...

The Philippine economy experienced a stronger-than-expected expansion in the second quarter of 2024, driven by increased government spending and investments, which helped counterbalance sluggish consumer spending due to rising inflation. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 6.3% from April to June compared...

Romania continues to rank as one of Europe's most affordable countries for new housing, securing the third spot after Bosnia and Herzegovina and Greece, according to the latest Deloitte Property Index. The Deloitte Property Index, now in its 13th edition, offers an in-depth analysis of the residential real estate market...

Environmental advocates are intensifying their efforts to spotlight the climate emergency, often underscoring the significant role of the world's affluent individuals in worsening the planet's condition. Recently, they directed their attention towards Leo Messi's Ibiza villa, which was defaced with graffiti. Activists consistently criticize the richest people globally, such as...

Entrepreneurs involved in casino ventures have secured prominent positions in the list of the wealthiest individuals in the Philippines. According to a Thursday press release, Enrique Razon Jr., a notable figure in the ports and casino sectors, has climbed to the second spot for the first time. Despite a $1.4...

A recent study commissioned by the European Union and United Nations reveals that several Georgian economic sectors are well-positioned to expand exports to Europe. The report, titled “Georgia’s Economy Sectors with High Growth and Export Potential,” suggests a strong desire among Georgian businesses to engage with European markets, despite concerns...