Solar-powered suitcases are bringing light to darkened classrooms and struggling students in rural Kenya. Before solar power, the alternatives were small tin kerosene lamps that are not only expensive to…
more ...Nissan Board to Meet for Ousting Ghosn as Future of Alliance in Focus
Nissan Motor Co will hold a board meeting on Thursday to oust Chairman Carlos Ghosn after the shock arrest of its once-revered leader, starting what could be a long period…
more ...Canada Unveils Investment Tax Break
Canada will allow businesses to write off additional capital investments to make them more competitive at a time when the United States is aggressively cutting taxes, Finance Minister Bill Morneau said Wednesday. But…
more ...German Car Bosses Reportedly Invited to White House to Discuss Tariffs
The Trump administration has invited the heads of Volkswagen, BMW and Daimler to the White House to discuss U.S. tariffs on carmakers, the Handelsblatt newspaper reported on Wednesday. Citing industry…
more ...Trump Thanks Saudis for Tamping Down World Oil Prices
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday thanked Saudi Arabia for tamping down world oil prices, a day after saying the U.S. would not turn its back on Riyadh despite its…
more ...US: China has Failed to Alter ‘Unfair, Unreasonable’ Trade Practices
The Trump administration on Tuesday said that China has failed to alter its “unfair” practices at the heart of the U.S.-China trade conflict, adding to tensions ahead of a high-stakes…
more ...Facebook Sued by Russian Firm Linked to Woman Charged by US Government
A Russia-based news company whose accountant was charged by federal prosecutors for attempting to meddle in U.S. elections sued Facebook Inc in a federal court Tuesday, claiming that its Facebook…
more ...A New Toy Promises To Teach Girls To Code While Playing With Dolls
Technology jobs will experience high growth between now and 2030 but only a fraction of girls are likely to pursue degrees that will help them get those jobs. A new…
more ...Retail Disappointments, Energy Decline Hit Wall Street
Stocks dropped again Tuesday as losses mounted for the world’s largest technology companies. Retailers also fell, and energy companies plunged with oil prices as the market sank back into the…
more ...As Facebook Faces Fire, Heat Turns Up on No. 2 Sandberg
For the past decade, Sheryl Sandberg has been the poised, reliable second-in-command to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, helping steer Facebook’s rapid growth around the world, while also cultivating her brand…
more ...Boeing Cancels Call to Discuss Issues With Its Newest Plane
Analysts say Boeing Co. is canceling a conference call that it scheduled to discuss issues around its newest plane, which has come under scrutiny since a deadly crash in Indonesia. The company…
more ...Where Did North Korea’s Cyber Army Come From?
North Korean hackers continue to circumvent protections to compromise computer systems around the globe. But how did the reclusive state become so adept at breaking into systems and what role…
more ...Nissan Says Chairman Arrested for Financial Misconduct in Japan
Shares in automakers Nissan, Mitsubishi and Renault fell sharply Tuesday after the arrest of executive Carlos Ghosn on allegations of “significant acts” of financial misconduct. All three firms are considering…
more ...Apple, Trade Woes Sink Stocks; Growth Worries Drag on Dollar
World stock markets fell Monday as worries about softening demand for the iPhone dragged down shares of Apple Inc and persistent trade tensions between China and the United States sapped…
more ...UN: Afghan Opium Cultivation Down 20 Percent
A new United Nations survey finds that opium cultivation in Afghanistan has decreased by 20 percent in 2018 compared to the previous year, citing a severe drought and falling prices…
more ...UN: Afghan Opium Cultivation Down 20%
A new United Nations survey finds that opium cultivation in Afghanistan has decreased by 20 percent in 2018 compared to the previous year, citing a severe drought and falling prices…
more ...Nissan Chairman Faces Arrest In Japan
Japanese automaker Nissan says it has determined that its chairman, Carlos Ghosn, falsified reports about his compensation “over many years.” The company said its internal investigation also found Ghosn had…
more ...Lithuania: Russia’s UBER Could Be Used For Spying
In the Baltic country of Lithuania, there’s growing debate over a Russian-owned taxi ride-sharing service that Lithuanian government officials warn could be spying on users through their smartphones. So, could…
more ...Pence, Xi Sell Competing Views to Asian Regional Economies
The United States and China offered competing views to regional leaders at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings in Papua New Guinea, trading sharp words over trade, investment, and…
more ...British-based Startup ARC Debuts First Motorcycle for $117,000
British-based startup ARC unveiled its first motorcycle model in Milan this week, one being described as fast, advanced and expensive. The so-called Vector costs more than $100,000, but ARC says…
more ...Federal Reserve Policymakers See Rate Hikes Ahead, Note Worries
Federal Reserve policymakers on Friday signaled further interest rate increases ahead, but raised relatively muted concerns over a potential global slowdown that has markets betting heavily that the Fed’s rate…
more ...Report: Russia Has Access to UK Visa Processing
Investigative group Bellingcat and Russian website The Insider are suggesting that Russian intelligence has infiltrated the computer infrastructure of a company that processes British visa applications. The investigation, published Friday,…
more ...South Africa Cannabis Ruling Leads to Pot-Themed Products
Now that South Africa’s highest court has relaxed the nation’s laws on marijuana, local entrepreneurs are trying to cash in on the popular herb. Among the latest entries to the…
more ...Amazon’s ‘National Landing’ Leads to Confusion and Jokes
Place names in Arlington County have never been a simple matter. A major fight broke out when National Airport was named for Ronald Reagan in 1998. A fight continues over…
more ...Experts: Without Proof of Ownership, Land Laws Worthless
Land laws mean nothing unless communities can prove their ownership, researchers said Thursday, calling for better tools to map the land and stave off conflict over property. From South Africa…
more ...‘Perfect Time,’ Ethical Businesses Say, to Drive Social Change
Ethically driven businesses are becoming increasingly popular and profitable but they can face threats for shaking up the existing order, entrepreneurs said on Social Enterprise Day. When Meghan Markle wore…
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