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Diversity is a good thing and necessary for companies. Several studies on the subject show that diversity is a prerequisite for larger economic success, but it can also trigger new conflicts.
As the EU starts to tap into its €750 billion pandemic recovery fund, climate projects will likely focus on less ambitious energy-saving projects. And few EU companies are prepared to take the lead in clean tech.
The most prominent of cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin has seen wild swings in value lately, making retail investors wonder if its worth wagering their money on it. DW abstains from any advice, but explains how Bitcoin works.
In the Philippines, economic anxiety, declining mental health, the prohibitive cost of seeking help and the risk of further economic damage feed off each other in a vicious spiral.
People usually associate the future of automated driving with cars and maybe trucks and buses. But as Hardy Graupner reports from Annaberg in Germany, the technology is also making inroads into railroad traffic.
As the auto industry is transitioning toward electric vehicles, ever more software is being built into our cars. Long-time industry leaders like BMW and Daimler are facing huge IT threats to their engineering prowess.
The Diversity Charter is a German corporate initiative to promote diversity in companies and institutions. It was initiated in late 2006. Its chairperson, Ana-Christina Grohnert, tells DW about the progress made so far.
Seville's municipal water company is piloting a scheme to produce electricity using leftovers from the city's famous oranges. The project showcases the Spanish city's commitment to the circular economy.
From reviving WTO's dispute settlement process to policing China, the new director-general has her task cut out. A lot of her success would depend on how she deals with the growing mistrust among prominent members.
Remote working will not remain standard for Goldman Sachs staff once the pandemic is over, the bank's CEO has said. With many companies saying the opposite, the future of office work could come down to a compromise.
Increasing digitization will lead to a loss of many positions particularly in the low-wage sector, But Susan Lund, a leader of the McKinsey Global Institute, tells DW, it also triggers the creation of many new jobs.
For the first time in three decades, Taiwan outpaced China's economy in 2020. The island's handling of the coronavirus pandemic was the envy of the world, while demand for its semiconductors spurred growth.
Many conspiracy theories are peddled by people or organizations that are also selling something other than just crazy ideas. So is there profit in conspiracy theorizing?
Bitcoin's latest volatility has both skeptics and fans claiming their predictions are finally coming true. DW takes a look into the past to see what the future might hold for the digital coin.
Demand for freight container transport has been soaring for about six months — despite or because of the pandemic. The same can be said of cargo rates and the profits made by shipowners.
As Ghana becomes the first country to receive vaccines from the UN-led COVAX scheme, the West has been warned that a post-COVID economic recovery is dependent on vaccinating the developing world.
Poland's economy is less affected by the pandemic and is recovering quicker from it. Small wonder German firms seek to tap into this growth potential, and aiming to profit from Poland's economic transformation ahead.
Two jet engine explosions in one day point to potential dangers underneath the wings of aircraft. But, Andreas Spaeth says, planes must be capable of withstanding such damage.
Germany's national carrier Lufthansa has announced billions of euros worth of losses for last year.
The EU and Italy barred the vaccine exports after AstraZeneca failed to deliver the doses it promised Europe.
Microsoft said hackers exploited a bug in its email server software, which affected organizations rather than private accounts.
Bill Magness had taken the decision to deny 4 million people access to electricity to protect the power grid and prevent a major blackout that could last months.
The delivery shortfall is contributing to the bloc's slow vaccine rollout, lagging behind countries such as the UK and Israel. But another vaccine maker could get EU approval soon.
The pharmaceutical giant has been left reeling in the wake of US lawsuits claiming its weedkiller causes cancer, posting multi-billion euro losses as a result.
Around one in 10 people on the bloc's labor market have got work through digital platforms, such as Uber or Deliveroo, but many miss out on workers rights.
US aviation regulators have ordered airlines to closely inspect the Pratt and Whitney jet engine model used on the Boeing 777 that failed after takeoff last week.
Eighteen companies have terminated their participation or are in the process of withdrawing, following US sanctions threats. The US has only imposed sanctions on one company, but has threatened to "take further action."
Australia's decision to make Google and Facebook pay for news has been hailed by many as a triumph for journalism. The reality is a bit more complicated, though, says Kate Ferguson.
The sustainable farming practice of herding sheep hundreds of kilometers dates back millennia. We meet the people keeping the tradition alive despite pressure from industrialized agriculture, tourism and climate change.
The NASA rover Perseverance is sending pictures from Mars of a quality never seen before. DW spoke to Jay Kumler, North America chief of the German company Jenoptik, which developed lenses for the vehicle.
Ten years after the Fukushima nuclear disaster, the Tokyo Electric Power Co. has been criticized for failing to learn safety lessons.
Pakistan should promote sustainable tourism, otherwise it could exacerbate climate change and threaten fragile ecosystems, experts warn.
Hairdressers, restaurants, small businesses are all mentioned in the debate about the end of lockdown in Germany. Hotels are at the bottom of the list — triggering fear among those whose livelihoods depend on them.
Buildings and construction generate nearly 40% of global carbon emissions. As urbanization skyrockets, the sector needs to find ways to rapidly decarbonize through net-zero building.
Berlin's controversial five-year rent freeze — worldwide a unique experimental measure — is now a year old. So has it worked?
Experts analyze whether reforms proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government will actually resolve longstanding problems for India's farmers.
When the world's largest emitter set an ambitious 2060 carbon neutrality target at the UN in September, it set off a chorus of hope that global heating might be kept below catastrophic levels.
The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) is beneficial for both Hanoi and Brussels, but is Vietnam keeping its end of the bargain on labor rights?
Nowhere on Earth do pirates strike more often than the Gulf of Guinea, where more than 130 sailors were taken hostage last year. The area is more dangerous than the Somali coast. The EU wants to do something about it.
The interest in the term has been at its highest in more than a decade, according to Google data. Much of that has to do with a certain "Doctor Copper" who is predicting, what else — a supercycle.
Mexico's strawberry farms damage soil and are a drain on water. That's why small-scale farmers are shifting toward more sustainable forms of cultivation.
Experts have said that allowing private companies to purchase the vaccine will lead to unfair distribution. The move has also created fears that the new imports could create a black market for the vaccine.
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While wealthy countries are making progress in their vaccination effort, many African nations are just getting started.
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After a loss of €6.7 billion in 2020, Lufthansa will permanently ground more jets to emerge leaner from the pandemic.
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Brexit and the pandemic mean London's financial City district has to attract more customers while maintaining standards.
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Across Europe, people are showing signs of lockdown weariness.
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The pandemic has left German fashion houses and retailers still sitting on last year's collections with few new orders.
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The global lender of last resort wants to release huge funding to help Africa cope with the coronavirus pandemic.
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The opening of a unique tourism lodge in the Kruger National Park is a sign of hope for South Africa's travel sector.
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Poorer countries face long wait for vaccines - Germany's top economists hold virtual summit
In the face of controversy over WhatsApp's usage terms, a 100% Cameroonian messaging app has come out strong on the African market. Ondjoss was created by young Africans for users on the continent.
Malaria is a leading cause of death for children and is most prevalent in some of the world's poorest countries. A new lure-and-kill style device trial shows potential for a major drop in malaria-spreading mosquitoes.
With most of its energy coming from renewables, the country has become a model for environmental protection. Now it is setting its sights on improving garbage management.
The coronavirus pandemic has transformed regions and entire countries. In the US, people have been fleeing cities like New York and Boston for greener pastures in Vermont. Many businesses are faltering because tourists have been staying away. Some young Iranian hostel owners are trying to stay afloat by moving things online. And a robot in Nairobi is doing its bit in the fight against COVID-19.
Germany is trying to keep variants from spreading into the country via its neighbors. The limitations have prompted a warning from the auto industry and projections of delays for cross-border workers.
From Ford's Tin Lizzie to computer on wheels: Software is playing an increasingly important role in the auto industry. VW is teaming up with Microsoft to get ahead.
The auto industry has been left scrambling for semiconductors as a swift recovery catches their suppliers off guard. Strong demand for iPhones, Galaxy tabs and Playstation consoles from housebound consumers is to blame.
Eurozone Growth - Vaccine Nationalism
The European Central Bank has continued its program of ultra-cheap loans for banks and expanded its stimulus program. It has warned that the eurozone is still facing a high amount of uncertainty over the pandemic.
BioNTech-Pfizer prepares to deliver vaccine to UK - WHO warns of slippery slope to new infections - Eurostat: Eurozone unemployment at 8.4% in October
