These are the 10 best countries in the world for business, social purpose and more—the U.S. isn't in the top 3
The U.S. News and World Report ranked the best countries in the world. Switzerland took the top spot, while the U.S. came in at No. 5.
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China says it hasn't banned iPhones or foreign devices for government staff
The Chinese government has not instituted any formal guidance or regulation barring the use of iPhones, despite media reports, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson said.
Apple hikes iPhone prices in key China and India markets despite keeping them the same in the U.S.
In China, which accounts for nearly 20% of Apple's total sales, the company raised prices for nearly all of the iPhone 15 models.
China can't just rely on boosting births to address aging population issues, Renmin University professor says
Regardless of how many children are born in China, the number of people who are aged 60 and above will roughly double to more than 500 million in the year 2050.
Demand for the world's smelliest fruit has soared 400%, fueled by China’s ‘craze’
Demand for durians has soared 400% year-on-year, largely bolstered by a "craze" for the fruit in China, said HSBC.
Thai hospitality magnate is 'very optimistic' about Thailand's tourism recovery
Thailand's tourism recovery has room for much optimism, especially as diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia normalizes, said Chairman of Minor International.
Alibaba CEO warns of being ‘displaced’ if the Chinese tech giant doesn’t keep up in AI
The new CEO Eddie Wu is laying out his strategic priorities for Alibaba.
Nearly five decades after the fall of Saigon, U.S. will help Vietnam boost its military capabilities
The United States agreed to help build up Vietnam's defense capabilities as the countries enter a new stage of their diplomatic relationship.
Chinese electric carmakers ramp up push overseas, setting up clash with U.S., European auto giants
Chinese companies from BYD to Leapmotor launched electric vehicles for international markets while Xpeng announced plans to expand into Germany.
Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix pledges to halve energy emissions by 2028
Earlier this year, the Singapore Tourism Board installed solar panels at the pit building, while track lights are being replaced with LED.
Modi, Biden pledge to deepen India-U.S. partnership as world leaders meet in Delhi for G20 summit
This Biden meeting is part of the dozen or so bilateral meetings Modi planned for this weekend, underscoring India's strategic ambitions as a key global player.
G20 nations soften Russia condemnation to reach Delhi summit compromise, draw Ukraine's ire
There were fears Delhi negotiators and diplomats might not be able to broker a consensus at this year's meeting due to Russian and Chinese objections on the reference to the ongoing war.
IMF chief says new Biden-backed economic corridor should not exclude any countries
U.S. President Joe Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a plan to develop a network of railways and sea routes.
India's 'massive expansion' set to be a key driver of global economic growth
A stellar Indian economic trajectory will be an important driver for global growth, said S&P Global.
Santa Barbara is the most expensive city to be happy in the U.S.
S Money converted data from a 2018 happiness study from Purdue University to find the most expensive cities to be happy in the U.S.
G20 welcomes African Union as permanent member at Delhi summit
The widely-anticipated move underscores India's wide-ranging agenda to elevate the global multilateral forum's focus on the Global South in its presidency of the G20 this year.
Why Saudi Arabia is spending hundreds of millions on soccer stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar
Soccer in Saudi Arabia has entered a new era — the era of having global superstars play on Saudi turf.
‘A rapidly closing window:’ Major UN report offers sobering assessment of world’s climate efforts
The fight to secure a livable future for everyone on Earth requires much more urgent climate action, according to the findings of a major new UN report.
Asian Development Bank says the world faces 'immense' funding challenges
The challenges faced by the Asia region, as well as the world, are "immense," said the Asian Development Bank.
India's policy contradictions are making it harder for investors to crack its market
When India abruptly announced trade restrictions on personal computers and laptops in early August, it caught major suppliers like Apple, Samsung and Dell by surprise.
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