I seldom, if ever, assume people in general do a particular thing, unless, of course, I do it too. But if it is a criminal act, then I assume in general that nobody would do it. There is a peculiarity, it seems, with taking office supplies home, like a pen, or a soda, or a…
For the past decade, the electric vehicle (EV) conversation has been dominated by a single, exhausting narrative: range anxiety. Automakers responded the only way they knew how, by stuffing increasingly massive, heavy, and expensive battery packs into passenger vehicles. But as an industry analyst who has watched tech cycles play out for nearly forty years,…
This article was originally published in 2020 and was updated on June 17, 2026 to reflect new rankings. What makes a city a great place to live? For the past decade, Resonance—a consultancy group in real estate, tourism, and economic development—has considered how livable, loved, and prosperous a city is to create its comprehensive ranking…
Former Liverpool star Sadio Mane previously hinted at a return to the Premier League Sadio Mane was previously asked about returning to the Premier League(Image: Buda Mendes – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images) Sadio Mane previously refused to rule out a return to the Premier League after leaving Liverpool. The 34-year-old forward spent eight years in…
A leading green group has urged Hong Kong to align with coming national standards on excessive packaging, warning that the city generated at least 2.7 million kg (5.9 million lbs) of waste from e-commerce parcels last year. The call coincided with an online survey by non-profit group The Green Earth, which found that 60 per…
The sudden downward pressure and intraday volatility on PepsiCo’s shares are primarily driven by a broader macroeconomic shift following the Federal Reserve’s latest monetary policy meeting. While the central bank decided to hold interest rates steady under its newly appointed leadership, the accompanying Summary of Economic Projections took a surprisingly hawkish turn. The updated dot…
Chinese boys team’s prestigious international victory reflects new talent-spotting philosophy A Chinese boys’ U12 team and Dong Lu, the initiator of the “Chinese Football Boy” program, pose with the Sigismondi Cup trophy on June 2, 2026 in Turin, Italy. (PROVIDED TO CHINA DAILY) The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway, and while the Chinese men’s…
G7 leaders hailed on Wednesday a newfound unity on increasing pressure on Russia to end its war in Ukraine, sensing a shift by US President Donald Trump to take a tougher line against Moscow. The three-day meeting in the French town of Evian focused intensely on Trump’s deal to end the war with Iran and…
The Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute’s flagship annual conference addressed upcoming regulatory changes and the expanding scope of governance amidst rapid technological change. It provided attendees with actionable insights, equipping them to navigate the complexities of today’s business environment with confidence. HONG KONG, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute (HKCGI)…
A Chinese spacecraft has arrived at one of Earth’s temporary “quasi-moons” and will soon attempt to land on the space rock to scoop up samples that will be returned to our planet next year. The ambitious mission could help researchers uncover secrets about Earth’s main moon and provide clues that may benefit space exploration and…