Wearable device gauges health by sensing skin vapour
The first wearable device to gauge health by sensing gases coming from, going into skin, has been devised. The device, which comes from Northwestern University, measures changes in water vapor, carbon dioxide and volatile organic compounds emitted from and absorbed by the skin. By analysing these gases, the device offers an entirely new way to […]
Top Influencers to Follow in 2025
Influence isn’t what it used to be, and that’s a good thing. In 2025, the most powerful voices online aren’t just posting pretty pictures or viral dances. They’re building movements, shaping conversations, and turning communities into catalysts for change. Whether they’re sharing their lives with honesty or launching global brands, today’s top influencers are creators […]
Top Entrepreneurs to Follow in 2025
This year, and if there’s one thing 2025 has made clear so far, it’s that entrepreneurship is evolving fast. The stories that stand out this year aren’t just about unicorn valuations or product launches: they’re about resilience, reinvention, and purpose. In a climate shaped by economic uncertainty, tech shifts, and a growing demand, the entrepreneurs […]
Top Women to Follow in 2025
Some women don’t just build businesses, they change the rules of the game. In 2025, a new wave of entrepreneurs is leading with heart, purpose, and determination. They’re not only launching companies and scaling innovations: they’re creating movements, opening doors, and showing the world what’s possible when women take the lead. These founders come from […]
Elon Musk sells X to his own xAI for $33 billion in all-stock deal
Elon Musk has sold social media site X to his own xAI artificial intelligence company in a $33 billion all-stock deal, the billionaire announced on Friday. Both companies are privately held, which means they are not required to disclose their finances to the public. Musk said in a post on X that the move will […]
US immigration officials look to expand social media data collection
U.S. immigration officials are asking the public and federal agencies to comment on a proposal to collect social media handles from people applying for benefits such as green cards or citizenship, to comply with an executive order from President Donald Trump. The March 5 notice raised alarms from immigration and free speech advocates because it […]
CEO of fast-fashion brand Primark steps down after allegations of bad behavior in social situation
The chief executive of Primark, one of Europe’s biggest fast fashion retailers, has resigned after an investigation into his behavior toward a woman in a social environment. Paul Marchant, Primark’s CEO since 2009, has apologized to the individual involved and resigned with immediate effect, the company said Monday. Shares in Primark’s parent, Associated British Foods, […]
China’s telecoms giant Huawei Technologies says its profit fell 28% while revenue surged in 2024
Chinese telecoms gear giant Huawei said Monday its net profit fell 28% in 2024 while its revenue surged, as the company invested heavily in advanced technologies. Huawei Technologies reported 62.6 billion yuan ($8.6 billion) in net profit last year, down from 87 billion yuan the year before. Its revenue jumped 22% to $118.2 billion, with […]
European countries resist US push to scrap diversity and inclusion initiatives
U.S. government efforts to eliminate diversity initiatives are not going down well on the European continent. Laurent Saint-Martin, France’s minister for foreign trade, said the country won’t compromise after the U.S. State Department demanded French companies drop diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. In neighboring Belgium, where some companies reportedly received similar requests, the government lashed out […]
Hyundai announces new $21 billion investment in US manufacturing
South Korean auto giant Hyundai on Monday announced a multi-billion-dollar investment in the United States, including a new $5.8 billion steel plant. The plant, which will be based in the US state of Louisiana, “will create 1,300 American jobs,” Hyundai executive chairman Euisun Chung told reporters at a White House event alongside President Donald Trump. […]