Starbucks has been hit by supply shortages in the US meaning some drinks are unavailable for…
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E-bike sales boom despite high prices and confusing rules
On a warm and uncomfortably humid afternoon in Washington DC’s sprawling Rock Creek Park, 53-year old…
What do we know about global youth unemployment?
How has the pandemic altered the landscape for young people entering the job market? For the…
China’s producer prices surge the most since 2008, cutting into business profits
China’s producer price index rose 9% in May from a year ago as commodity prices surged,…
These are the world’s most livable cities in 2021
As the world continues to grapple with the coronavirus pandemic, the metropolitan city of Auckland in…
‘Five-day office week will become the norm again’
The five-day office week could become the norm again within two years, the Centre for Cities…
What’s happening with foreign travel?
International travel for non-essential reasons like going on holiday has been legal since 17 May, but…
Why electric cars will take over sooner than you think
I know, you probably haven’t even driven one yet, let alone seriously contemplated buying one, so…
Stay-at-home holidaymakers warned of summer essentials shortage
Firms are struggling to secure summer essentials like garden furniture, picnic baskets and outdoor toys, as…
Hong Kong sets $1.3m parking space price record
A parking space has reportedly sold for a record-breaking $1.3m (HK$10.2m; £930,000) in Hong Kong. Read…
UN: Cost of food rises at fastest pace in over a decade
Global food prices have jumped at their fastest monthly rate in over a decade, according to…
UK begins process to join Asia-Pacific trade bloc
The 11-member Trans-Pacific Partnership trade bloc has agreed to open accession talks with the UK. Read…