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The Richest Families of Asia

 

According to a ranking published by Bloomberg last week, the Ambanis once again remain on the top of the list of the wealthiest families in Asia despite their recent losses, owing their riches to the Reliance Industries conglomerate headquartered in Mumbai. The rest of the top 10 of the rankings is a blend of different industries, countries and also some global household names.

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The Happiest Countries in the World in 2023


According to the 2023 World Happiness Report released on Monday, Finland once again leads the ranking of the world's happiest countries consecutively, for the sixth year. Even though its score (7.80) is considerably higher than the rest of the countries, a significant portion of the top ten roundup are also Nordic, with Denmark in second place (7.59), Iceland in third (7.53), Sweden in sixth (7.40) and Norway in seventh (7.32).

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What U.S. Cities and States Spend the Most and Least on Wedding Dresses?

There are many different styles of wedding dresses to choose from and each is wildly different from the next. There are A-line dresses which have a fitted bodice that flares out at the waist earning its namesake, it flows out into an A shape and is very flattering on many body types. Brides wanting a bit more of a wow factor may want to try on a ballgown style wedding dress which features a fitted top and large skirt like Cinderella. There are also mermaid dresses which are very figure hugging. The dress flares out at the knee creating the dramatic mermaid shape. Sheath dresses are a simple yet elegant dress that falls straight to the floor in a very romantic way and is typically made from silk. There are bohemian style, tea length and even pant suits that brides can wear today. The price for these different styles can vary dramatically.

What U.S. Cities and States Spend the Most and Least on Wedding Dresses? #Infographic

The Most Profitable Company in Every Industry

In the United States, the most profitable company is Apple. During the 2022 fiscal year, which ran from September 26, 2021 through September 24, 2022, Apple was able to generate $94.68 billion in profit. Not only that, but Apple's profits during this stretch were 64.9% higher than the previous year, proving to be a big jump.

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In Which Countries Do Students Choose STEM Degrees Most?

 

Graduates in STEM – acronym for fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics are in demand globally but often are in short supply. Many countries have tried to encourage their youth to enroll in STEM to facilitate important growth industries like medtech, digital services, mobility or computer sciences. However, countries have had varying success in the matter.

In Which Countries Do Students Choose STEM Degrees Most? Infographic

 

The Top 10 Richest People in the World in 2023

 

After observing record gains in wealth, ultra-high net worth individuals (UHNWIs) lost a combined $10 trillion last year.

 

A lagging stock market knocked these fortunes against high interest rates, energy shocks, and economic instability. But some of the world’s billionaires have grown in this environment, posting sky-high revenues despite of inflationary pressures.

 

Data driven from the list of Forbes Real-Time Billionaires, features a snapshot of the richest people in the world in 2023.

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Air Pollution Has Become a Global Health Threat

 

Air pollution is considered to be extreme environmental health hazard to humankind, becoming a reason for over six million deaths a year and an economic cost that is equal to over $8 trillion dollars. This analysis is according to the World Air Quality Report 2022 released on Tuesday by IQAir, a Swiss air quality technology company. The analysis revealed that out of a surveyed 131 countries, regions and territories, only 13 resulted in meeting World Health Organization air guidelines of annual PM2.5 concentrations at or below 5 μg/m3 in 2022, many of which were in Oceania.

Air Pollution Has Become a Global Health Threat #Infographic

Airbnb Bookings Rise Past Pre-Pandemic High in 2022

 

Airbnb bookings were seen to be cut by more than 40 percent due to the Covid 19 pandemic in 2020, but were seen to bounce back remarkably well in 2021 and 2022. Driven by the strong uptick in international travel in 2022, Airbnb received bookings more than double compared to 2020 and last year, as the number of nights and experiences booked through the platform surpassed its pre-pandemic extreme. Viewing the gross booking value, Airbnb's performance in 2022 was even more impressive as it exceeded 2019 levels by more than 66 percent, all thanks to average daily rates that were considerably higher last year than they were in 2019.

Airbnb Bookings Rise Past Pre-Pandemic High in 2022 #Infographic

 

14 Countries That Have Full Equal Rights for Women

According to the report Women, Business and the Law 2023, recently published by the World Bank, there are only 14 countries in the world which agree on full legal protections to women. Among them are Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Luxembourg, Portugal, Spain and Sweden, as well as Germany and the Netherlands are the nations offering full equal rights for men and women, at least from a legal perspective.

14 Countries That Have Full Equal Rights for Women #Infographic

 

Picturing the Most (and Least) Expensive Cities to Live In



There could be many perks of living in an iconic city like New York or Singapore, but the facilities and exclusivity come at a great cost.

 

Cities become “expensive” due to a number of factors such as high demand for housing, a concentration of high-paying businesses and industries, and a high standard of living. Furthermore, factors such as taxes, transportation costs, and availability of goods and services can also contribute to the overall cost of living in global cities.

 

The infographic uses data from EIU to rank the world’s most and least expensive cities to live in.

 

Picturing the Most (and Least) Expensive Cities to Live In #Infographic

Which World Countries Have the Most Gold?

Gold prices have fluctuated in value greatly through the years. It is one of the most well-known metals to invest in as it is very durable and typically has a high value. In the past, countries used to link gold directly to the value of their currency. While the gold standard is no longer in use, many countries still have a large amount of gold in their reserves.

Which World Countries Have the Most Gold? #Infographic

How to Earn Money Without a Traditional Job: 150 Apps and Sites for Gig Culture (Updated for 2023)

Since 2020 the world has fundamentally changed in countless ways. One of the biggest being the way we work. A US survey found that nearly 70% of workers who started working from home during the pandemic never want to go back to the office.  Some companies are ok with this and others like many tech and banking companies want their employees back in office due to what they say is slacking productivity.  So what happens when employees refuse to go back to a traditional 9-5 office job? Well, that is what the gig economy is all about.

How to Earn Money Without a Traditional Job: 150 Apps and Sites for Gig Culture (Updated for 2023) #Infographic

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