Tesla experienced its worst month of 2025 in China, with sales down 36% year-over-year in October.

‘Likely can only get worse’

Stiff competition may be responsible for declining Tesla sales in the world’s largest electric vehicle market. What’s happening? Tesla experienced its worst month of 2025 in China, with sales down 36% year over year in October, according to Electrek. The company delivered 26,000 electric vehicles compared to more than 40,000 in October 2024.  “In terms…

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A recent investment approval from Tesla could see Elon Musk becoming the world's first trillionaire.

‘Pretty wild, sci-fi sort of scenarios’

Photo Credit: Getty Images After recent news of a $1 trillion pay package for Tesla CEO Elon Musk, memecoin creators dumped new cryptocurrencies and scammed buyers out of their hard-earned money. What’s happening? A recent investment approval from Tesla shareholders could see Musk becoming the world’s first trillionaire. In discussing his plans for Optimus humanoid…

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She says we need to rethink our relationship with clothing.

‘There is nothing democratic about that’

Photo Credit: Getty Images The fast-fashion industry is churning out low-cost, low-quality clothing at record speed, and our planet is paying the price. But according to Modaes, a growing movement known as slow fashion is offering a more sustainable path forward: one rooted in quality, ethics, and intention. What’s happening? Retail giants such as Shein…

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"They're facing real-time reputational risks."

Experts warn that sweeping fashion industry trend may not be what it seems: ‘A little scary’

Some fashion brands are rolling out green initiatives, ranging from offshore wind investments to the use of recycled materials. But, according to The Washington Post, the question remains if the industry is finally moving toward more sustainable practices or if it’s just another layer of greenwashing. What’s happening? Fast fashion giants are launching sustainable initiatives…

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It's part of a growing wave of scrutiny targeting online retailers.

‘Can affect … growth and health’

When your kid’s umbrella is packing more chemicals than a science lab, it might be time to click “remove from cart.” What’s happening? As fast fashion retailers like Temu and AliExpress explode in global popularity, governments are stepping in to address safety concerns surrounding cheap, mass-produced children’s products. According to The Peninsula, officials in Seoul…

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The negative effects of this industry are numerous.

‘Only a matter of time’

AZO Cleantech has reported that major cities in Australia are on track to reach landfill capacity by 2030 due to the influx of disposable goods from fast-fashion brands in the Australian market. What’s happening? The increase of fast fashion brands and their cheap, disposable clothing has created what may soon be a crisis in landfills…

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Watchdogs slam fashion giant Shein for manipulating shoppers through deceptive tactics: 'Dark patterns'

Watchdogs slam fashion giant Shein for manipulating shoppers through deceptive tactics: ‘Dark patterns’

Fast-fashion retailer Shein is facing accusations from consumer groups in 21 countries that claim the company tricks shoppers into buying more clothes than they need, reported ConsumerAffairs. What’s happening? The European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) submitted an official complaint about Shein‘s online shopping tactics to the European Commission. The group’s report describes how the retailer uses…

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There’s no doubt about it — the used EV market is heating up fast.

‘Do you get what you pay for?’

A rideshare driver in Brazil is turning heads — and challenging expectations — after clocking almost 140,000 miles in his Chinese-made electric vehicle, according to a recent article in Inside EVs. The driver, who shared his story in a recent YouTube video, explains that he bought the car for just $12,000 in 2020. Four years…

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"A one-point increase on our nutrition scale corresponded to a 17.6% reduction in food waste."

‘Not just about buying the right products’

A new Australian study has uncovered yet another compelling reason for consumers to adopt healthy eating habits. The study, posted on ScienceDirect and published in the journal Resources, Conservation and Recycling, found that people who make nutrition-conscious food choices aren’t just boosting their health; they are helping the planet, too. In an article in The…

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