Roxanne Quimby, co-founder of Burt's Bees, transitioned from a self-sufficient lifestyle in Maine to building a global skincare brand. She later dedicated her wealth to conservation, donating 87,500 acres of Maine woodlands to create a national monument.
Roxanne Quimby, co-founder of Burt's Bees, transitioned from a self-sufficient lifestyle in Maine to building a global skincare brand. She later utilized her business success to purchase and donate 87,500 acres of land for the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument.
Riot Games announced it will end active development on its free-to-play League of Legends fighting game 2XKO at the end of 2026, citing insufficient player retention and financial unsustainability, though servers will remain online.
Mother and daughter Edna and Maria Dantas built 'Casa de Sal', a seven-room home in Pernambuco, Brazil, using recycled materials including over 8,000 glass bottles to combat coastal waste and housing deficits.
Edna and Maria Dantas built 'Casa de Sal' in Pernambuco, Brazil, using 8,000 recycled glass bottles and other waste. The project addresses local tourism-related pollution and Brazil's housing deficit while challenging gender norms in the construction industry.
Freiburg's 2017 town hall at Fehrenbachallee is a surplus-energy building that generates more electricity than it consumes. By integrating high-performance solar panels into its façade and roof with advanced insulation and heat recovery, it serves as a model for sustainable urban architecture.
Sennheiser announced the Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds featuring user-replaceable batteries for the buds and case, a redesigned shape, improved noise cancellation, and Bluetooth 6.0 support, launching September 3rd for $299.95.
Financial data from eight seasons of the Women’s Super League reveals that Arsenal and Chelsea dominate revenue and wages, effectively forming a 'big two' rather than a 'big four'. Most clubs face significant losses, with new wage-to-revenue regulations looming for 2026-27.
A consortium of I Squared Capital and Veolia leads the race to acquire KKR-backed Re Sustainability for $1.1-$1.2 billion, but sellers seek up to $1.7 billion, prompting KKR to evaluate parallel options with Indian business groups.
Badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty return from an injury layoff ahead of the World Championships in India, adjusting their training and tactics for the home event.
A parliamentary standing committee has recommended a self-reliant, tiered revenue model for UPI to ensure financial sustainability, noting a significant gap between government allocations and industry operational costs.
As the Saudi Pro League kicks off its fourth season, the focus shifts toward younger players, local talent development, and sustainability rather than record-breaking signings like Mohamed Salah, with Cristiano Ronaldo eyeing his 1,000th career goal.
Dozens of women accuse convicted rapist Ralph Carr of abusive behaviour, Australia's $50,000 parent visa process faces criticism for lengthy delays and applicant deaths, and Donald Trump's Board of Peace issues a contract for a military base in Gaza
The Chinese University of Hong Kong announced plans to reform its mandatory General Education programme, integrating national education and global perspectives as part of its new 2026-2030 strategic plan under president Dennis Lo Yuk-ming.
A rare US-Japan joint intervention to stabilise the yen has temporarily boosted relations, but the durability of this goodwill hinges on the currency's ability to withstand mounting market and policy pressures.
Homeowners associations govern a large share of U.S. residences, frequently enforcing aesthetic rules that mandate turfgrass and restrict solar panels or native plants. While some states are passing laws to curb these barriers, experts argue HOAs could become vital partners in residential sustainability.
Delhi-based entrepreneur Pragati Chaswal founded SowGood Foundation, teaching over 78,000 children in Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Gujarat urban farming. Inspired by her son's disinterest in vegetables, she developed a curriculum to reconnect students with nature and food sources.
Bhutan faces a significant youth exodus despite its Gross National Happiness philosophy. To counter this, the nation is developing Gelephu Mindfulness City, a high-tech urban experiment designed to integrate economic opportunity with cultural and environmental values, aiming to retain its young population.
Bhutan is developing Gelephu Mindfulness City, a high-tech urban project, to combat youth migration. The city aims to integrate economic opportunity with the nation's Gross National Happiness philosophy, offering modern aspirations while preserving cultural and environmental values, with significant strategic cooperation from India.
AI-powered personal concierges are increasingly influencing consumer choices by balancing multiple factors, diminishing brand control over purchasing decisions, as discussed at Cannes Lions festival.
Billionaire investor Duan Yongping increased his stake in toy brand Pop Mart to 7.65% for the third time. This move comes despite a lukewarm reception for the new Labubu Hair Salon series, raising questions about the sustainability of demand for the company's IP.
Columbia University professor Jeffrey Sachs began a 43-day, 15,000km "Marco Polo Drive" from Rome on June 13. The journey promotes peace, culture, and sustainable development via green technology, highlighting the modern Silk Road's importance, with Hong Kong and Shenzhen as key eastern gateways.
PM Modi launched Viksit UDAN, the revamped Regional Connectivity Scheme, aiming to create a complete aviation ecosystem. The scheme, with a Rs 28,840 crore outlay, focuses on airport development, helicopter connectivity, and indigenous aircraft to ensure long-term sustainability beyond initial subsidies.
Microsoft's 2025 carbon emissions increased by 25% to 34 million metric tons, driven by data center expansion and a shift away from renewable energy certificates. The company faces challenges in meeting its 2030 carbon negative goal, with AI infrastructure demand outpacing sustainability solutions.
