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Crooked signs hang over a road damaged in the January 1 earthquake in Nishiaraya, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan January 8, 2024. REUTERS/Joseph Campbell

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Disaster management in Japan needs a more gender-inclusive approach. Here's why

Why gender-inclusive disaster management is crucial in Japan and how government and private initiatives are working to protect all citizens during crises.

Naoko Tochibayashi and Mizuho Ota

August 30, 2024

Ray Dalio, Founder of Bridgewater Associates, speaks at The Wall Street Journalâs Future of Everything Festival in New York City, U.S., May 22, 2024. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly

Financial and Monetary Systems

Ray Dalio: Here are 5 trends shaping the global economy

In an interview with the World Economic Forum, Ray Dalio shared 5 key trends – debt, populism, conflict, climate and technology – reshaping the global economy.

Simon Torkington

August 30, 2024

Health and Healthcare Systems

Childhood obesity – how do we tackle this worsening health issue?

A fifth of children and adolescents globally are obese or overweight. The problem is complex and getting worse. Here’s what we can do about it.

Shyam Bishen

August 30, 2024

The headquarters of the People's Bank of China, the central bank, is pictured in Beijing, China.

Financial and Monetary Systems

China's central bank advances interest rate reform, and other economy stories to read this week

Top economy news: China's central bank moves to strengthen interest rate policy transmission; US economy shows resilience; ECB won't rule out more rate cuts.

Rebecca Geldard

August 30, 2024

Mpox cases in Nyiragongo territory near Goma, North Kivu province, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Health and Healthcare Systems

New mpox strain mutating faster than expected, and other top health stories

Top health news: Mpox strain changing faster than expected; Lung cancer vaccine trial begins; Over half the world lacks access to safe water - new study.

Shyam Bishen

August 30, 2024

Hand holding light bulb against nature on green leaf with icons energy sources for renewable, sustainable development. Ecology concept. Elements of this image furnished by NASA.

Energy Transition

Why virtual power plants are the future of solar energy

Renewables such as solar can be volatile. But turning EVs, heat pumps and home batteries into virtual power plants could improve the utilization of solar.

Wolfgang Gründinger

August 29, 2024

Ethnic Hmong (R) and Red Dao (L) women chat while displaying hand-made products for sale at a market at Sapa resort town in northern Lao Cai province, 350 km (217 miles) from Hanoi, Vietnam, Asia. March 15, 2013.

Social Innovation

Social procurement in Asia is an underutilized tool for good

Asian governments grappling with the need to stimulate growth and jobs while also bolstering welfare systems would do well to embrace social procurement.

Kithmina Hewage

August 29, 2024

The sun sets behind the Grand Tetons in Grand Teton National Park where financial leaders from around the world have gathered for the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, outside Jackson, Wyoming, U.S.

Financial and Monetary Systems

Where are interest rates going? Jackson Hole heralds monetary policy changes ahead

The US Federal Reserve signalled a shift in monetary policy toward easing at the annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. Here's what you need to know.

Emma Charlton

August 29, 2024

Self service hydrogen filling station on a background of trucks. White hydrogen is an efficient fuel — but the nascent industry has a way to go before delivering energy at scale.

Energy Transition

White hydrogen: 5 critical questions answered

Opinion

What is white hydrogen — and why are companies and governments globally taking an interest in it? Here's everything you need to know about it.

Simon Flowers and Richard Hood

August 29, 2024

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

5 charts that show the state of global youth employment in 2024

The global labour market for young people is on an upward trajectory – but gender and geography are reducing opportunities for some, finds a new report.

Madeleine North

August 29, 2024

Creative and Innovative AI and Human Collaboration: Large companies must adapt to the AI-driven landscape by fostering flexibility, agility and innovation.

Emerging Technologies

How AI brings corporate might to small teams, reshaping business for all

AI is levelling the playing field, empowering startups and large enterprises to innovate rapidly by democratizing advanced technology and specialized skills.

Ravi Kumar S. and Andreea Roberts

August 28, 2024

International shippers are exploring decarbonization technologies including biofuels, renewable energy and hybrid systems.

Supply Chains and Transportation

From electric ferries to wind-powered boats: here’s how the shipping industry can decarbonize

Shipping accounts for 3% of global emissions, but the industry is exploring decarbonization technologies, like electric ferries and wind-powered vessels.

Victoria Masterson

August 28, 2024

A wind turbine stands out against the sky as the sun sets over the Black Forest Brandenkopf lookout near Oberharmersbach, Germany.

Energy Transition

Clean energy investment is set to double that of fossil fuels – here’s how developing nations can also benefit

Clean energy investment is set to double that going into fossil fuels this year. Here’s how we can ensure it’s also a just transition for developing nations.

Michael Purton

August 28, 2024

Emerging Technologies

Rapid growth of data centres raises sustainability concerns, and other digital technology stories you need to know

Board-level executives urged to upskill on AI; Rapid expansion of data centres raises sustainability concerns; South Korean AI chip makers Rebellions Inc and Sapeon Korea Inc have merged.

Cathy Li

August 28, 2024

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