Economy

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Jeju Air Tragedy Highlights Critical Gaps in Runway Safety Standards

The fatal runway overrun of Jeju Air Flight 2216 in South Korea exposes inconsistent global adherence to safety measures designed to prevent deadly aviation accidents.

Par Grace Kim • 01 May 2025 • 3 MIN

Wreckage of the concrete barrier struck by Jeju Air Flight 2216 during its runway overrun at Muan International Airport in South Korea last December.

Uranium mining site located in Neopalymivka, Ukraine.

U.S. and Ukraine Establish Economic Partnership Focused on Reconstruction and Rare Earth Minerals

The United States and Ukraine have finalized a strategic agreement granting the U.S. access to Ukraine’s rare earth mineral reserves, underpinning a new fund to support the country's post-war rebuilding efforts.

Par Grace Kim • 3 MIN

Meta’s business has thrived recently, driven by investments in artificial intelligence to better tailor posts, videos, and advertisements for users.

Meta Projects Strong Ad Revenue Growth Amid Economic Challenges

Meta reports a 35% profit surge in Q1 and forecasts continued advertising revenue growth despite tariff-driven economic uncertainties.

Par Eleanor Vance • 3 MIN

Stocks Face Their Steepest Decline at Start of Presidential Term Since 1974

In the first 100 days of the Trump administration, volatile tariff policies have triggered significant disruptions across global financial markets.

Par Daniel Schwartz • 3 MIN

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How Tariffs Threaten a Family Business and Holiday Traditions

A San Diego entrepreneur reflects on the growing challenges his family-owned board game company faces amid new tariffs, revealing broader concerns within the business community about the current administration's trade policies.

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Candles illuminate the reception area of a hotel in Ronda, Spain, early Tuesday morning following a widespread blackout across the Iberian Peninsula.

Spain’s Renewable Energy Success Exposes Vulnerabilities Amid Iberian Power Outage

A massive blackout across the Iberian Peninsula has raised critical questions about the resilience of Spain and Portugal’s power infrastructure and its implications for Europe’s renewable energy transition.

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Alibaba’s headquarters in Hangzhou, China, photographed in February. The company’s rise exemplifies China’s growing dominance in the global e-commerce sector.

China’s E-Commerce Titans Navigate New Challenges Amid U.S. Tariffs

Chinese e-commerce leaders like Alibaba are guiding sellers to diversify beyond the U.S. market as tariffs reshape the landscape of global online trade.

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Manufacturing plant located in Malvar, Batangas, Philippines

The Enduring Impact of Trump’s Economic Shake-Up on Global Order

President Trump's disruption of the established economic framework has triggered significant shifts that may persist as other nations adjust to the new landscape.

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Sweetgreen CEO Discusses Automation, 'Make America Healthy Again,' and the Rising Cost of Salads

Jonathan Neman, co-founder of Sweetgreen, shares insights on the company's growth, the impact of robotics in food preparation, and the evolving conversation around healthy eating in America.

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Canadian Froot Loops (left) are colored using natural fruit juices, while the U.S. version (right) features bright colors from synthetic dyes.

Will Froot Loops Lose Their Neon Colors in the U.S. Anytime Soon?

While synthetic dyes have been removed from Froot Loops in Canada, the U.S. market remains tied to vibrant artificial colors. Despite calls for change, widespread adoption of natural hues in American packaged foods faces significant challenges.

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Jeju Air Tragedy Highlights Critical Gaps in Runway Safety Standards

U.S. and Ukraine Establish Economic Partnership Focused on Reconstruction and Rare Earth Minerals

Meta Projects Strong Ad Revenue Growth Amid Economic Challenges

Stocks Face Their Steepest Decline at Start of Presidential Term Since 1974

More in This Category

How Tariffs Threaten a Family Business and Holiday Traditions

Spain’s Renewable Energy Success Exposes Vulnerabilities Amid Iberian Power Outage

China’s E-Commerce Titans Navigate New Challenges Amid U.S. Tariffs

The Enduring Impact of Trump’s Economic Shake-Up on Global Order

Sweetgreen CEO Discusses Automation, 'Make America Healthy Again,' and the Rising Cost of Salads

Will Froot Loops Lose Their Neon Colors in the U.S. Anytime Soon?

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