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Our planet faces a pressing environmental crisis. From overflowing landfills to plastic pollution in our oceans, unsustainable waste management practices threaten our ecosystems’ health and well-being. The good news? Many countries and companies are rising to the challenge, implementing innovative solutions, and inspiring a global shift toward a greener future.

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Switzerland’s as a global leader in various sectors, such as life sciences, pharmaceuticals, finance, and manufacturing, remains unwavering. Fueled by a stable economy and a welcoming business climate, the nation consistently attracts foreign investments. However, the Swiss business landscape isn’t static; it evolves to embrace fresh challenges and opportunities.

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The Israel-Hamas conflict is one of the world’s longest-running conflicts, and its impact extends far beyond the region’s borders. The conflict significantly disrupts trade, supply chains, and investment, often leading to volatility in international markets. Recently, the situation has escalated, with both sides launching airstrikes and rocket attacks, causing widespread death, destruction, and displacement of thousands of people.

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On August 30, 2023, a swift and shook the foundations of Gabon’s political landscape. While the coup’s duration was short-lived, its repercussions have profoundly impacted the country’s business environment. The ramifications of this event have created a ripple effect across the business sector, introducing an atmosphere of unpredictability and risk that companies operating in Gabon must now confront.

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Cryptocurrencies have been gaining popularity and attention over the past few years, with more and more people investing in them to diversify their portfolios. Some trending names you may have heard of include , , and . As the industry expands, so do concerns about illegal activities such as money laundering and terrorism financing. The European Union (EU) parliament recently approved the world’s to address these concerns. The name of the law is Markets in Crypto-Assets (). This landmark decision has significant implications for businesses operating in the crypto industry.

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, the famous foam clogs, have experienced a surge in sales during the Covid-19 pandemic. What is especially interesting is that after the pandemic, they are continuing to grow. The company reported in a press release that Crocs sales have i. This continued growth highlights how the pandemic has benefited some businesses, particularly those with a solid international presence and marketing strategies.

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Imagine knowing the outcome of potential situations before committing to a decision. Now imagine having this test scenario in the business world. Digital twin technology can solve precisely that. Companies worldwide are already developing and utilizing this technology to enhance processes, supply chains, facility management, and other areas.

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As agricultural growth ramps up, drought continues to worsen. This is especially prominent in the Southwest regions of the United States as they face the worst drought in . Rural communities in La Paz County, Arizona have been noticing water disappearing left and right. The water workers in Wenden, Arizona are reporting that they have "" as they noticed moving water in a well where the water is typically still. This massive underground reservoir stores water built up over thousands of years and was  to be moving due to someone pumping it rapidly out of the ground. With further research, it was found that there was a neighboring well belonging to , a United Arab Emirates-based company that was pulling this water for its own benefit.

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This past Sunday night, the Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid from Yaounde, Cameroon made history. The court was electric watching him dominate a career-high , scoring points in the fourth quarter. Earlier this year, the Denver Nuggets took a to Sombor, Serbia to surprise Nikola Jokic, the fourth internationally-born player to win the NBA MVP award multiple times. In 2021, a player notoriously nicknamed “The Greek Freak”, Giannis Antetokounmpo, secured the Bucks' title in half a century, earning him back-to-back MVP trophies. With such successes and a broad reach to countries around the world, the NBA is becoming recognized as more than simply television entertainment.

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This is the first post in a -part blog series focused on the 2022 World Cup.

Four years ago, the global population tuned in to watch the 2018 World Cup. Now, only a month away, soccer fans anxiously await the 2022 World Cup. This year, thirty-two countries will compete in the most popular sport in the world in hopes of being crowned champion. With over fans worldwide and over  players across 200 countries, no other event reaches such a global audience.

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Fashion has been an age-old expression of culture, style, and art. For two weeks, cities hold fashion shows where they display an array of styles to spread awareness about new arrivals in trends. The primary fashion weeks worldwide are Paris Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, and Milan Fashion Week. Most of these have wrapped up this past week, and Paris Fashion week has just started. To the public it is flashy lights, supermodels, and an influx of new trends, but what does it look like behind the scenes? How does this affect the economy and the environment? Is it worth it?

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You have most likely watched a show or movie on  at one point or another. Whether it was borrowing a friend’s account or purchasing the subscription for a month and then getting roped into another, streaming services have become ubiquitous. Netflix has released multiple hit shows and classics to date yet is now the  in the S&P 500. It is down  year to date. What happened?

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Have you ever googled “dress clothes in the area”, or mentioned how you need to grab new food for the dog, then the next day or even hours later an ad for or a dress shop you have never heard of appears on your phone? all of a sudden is suggesting dog food ahead of any other typical suggestion, and the same with . Last Thursday the agreed on a new law that has the potential to change that.

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On November 26, 2021, a new variant, Omicron, of the coronavirus was in South Africa. The World Health Organization declared this variant a concern due to Omicron's unusually high number of mutations and warned that the overall global risk is very high. Similar to other variants, these mutations impact how easily the virus spreads and the gravity of this virus when sick.

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If you haven't already heard of , now is the time to learn. Rivian is an electric vehicle automaker backed by and , that promises far more range per battery charge than existing electric cars. Rivian targets fans of outdoor activities and has been investing in charging stations at remote off-road destinations. This company is setting an example for how to care for the environment by making decisions that revolve around preserving the environment for future generations.

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There are hundreds of semiconductor chips that make up the global silicon industry. As technology advances, these chips run powerful computers, the flashy iPhones in our pockets, and even some toothbrushes. More recently and as a result of the pandemic, the demand for semiconductors is continuing to overpower supply. These chips convey basic instructions and make sure businesses are running smoothly. Without these tiny chips, car production has been brought to a halt.

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As of a few weeks ago, President Biden released a submarine security deal between United Kingdom and Australia to undermine China's rapidly growing navy in the South China Sea. This exchange between the United States and UK was deemed monumental as this deal meant both countries would combine information on classified nuclear technology in order to combat China's militarization of the Asia-Pacific area. Signing this business deal was expected to produce many positives such as reinforcing allies and having a major pushback on China's military, but in return, it Within this break of trust, the United States' diplomatic ties with the French were strained.