According to Harvard University researchers writing in a peer-reviewed journal, even as Exxon Mobil Corp.’s own scientists determined man-made global warming was real and a serious threat, it spent the last 40 years undermining public concern over climate change. “Exxon Mobil contributed to advancing climate science — by way of its scientists’ academic publications —…
According to report released by the Economist Intelligence Unit on Wednesday, global livability is finally showing some telltale signs of an improvement after 10 years of back-to-back slumps. But, continuing to threaten world living standards is the continued threat of terrorism that includes several high-profile attacks in Europe, said a EIU statement on the report. The…
While announcing an additional $1 billion share buyback, Global miner Rio Tinto noted that a rebound in iron ore prices had helped the mining giant to report its first-half profit that more than doubled compared to what it had generated a year earlier. The company made the announcement on Wednesday. However, Thomson Reuters analysts’ forecast of $4.19…
While there is an element in luck in the way geologists locate these deposits, the new method is more structured and thorough. As per the results of a study, scientists are scouring through huge tracts of data, looking for clues for the deposits of minerals, including, oil, gas, copper and gold. The techniques adopted by…
A person’s chances of developing diabetes could be significantly get reduced of that person consumes alcohol three to four times per week, claimed a new study. While issuing warning that clear spirits, such as gin and vodka, could substantially increase a woman’s chances of succumbing to the condition, the researchers in the study have identified…
As the Persian Gulf carriers grapple with the impact of terrorism on global traffic flows and a low oil price that’s crimped local travel, the full extent of the pressures facing them were revealed after Etihad Airways recorded a $1.87 billion annual loss. A $808 million hit from the reduced value of stakes in so…
A drop of more than 50 percent in less than 40 years have been noticed in sperm counts in men from America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand, researchers said recently. And what is more alarming is that there is no letup in the rate of decline in sperm count. A potential decline in male health…
In order to give enough time for officials to negotiate a trade deal, Brexit talks need to move fast even though it is a “very difficult process”, a top-ranking member of the European Commission reportedly told a section of the media. The U.K. would just make another name on that list and the EU is…
Last week’s talks between Trans-Pacific Partnership states demonstrated members’ commitment to inking the wide-spanning free trade agreement even though the meeting failed to produce any major breakthroughs. TPP signatories face a daunting task in finalizing a new framework by November – the agreed upon deadline, after President Donald Trump’s administration withdrew the U.S. from the deal. But experts said…
A new survey clear shows that considering moving overseas, and with the U.S. remaining their favorite destination, half of Chinese millionaires are considering moving out of the country. According to a survey from Hurun Report in association with Visas Consulting Group, at least half of the people surveyed either plan to or are considering moving…
