Food wrappers are more than just a barrier against crumbs. They also carry hidden costs that ripple through society and the environment. Recent research shows that the way we package food is driven by a mix of economic pressures, consumer habits and regulatory rules. By using system‑dynamic models,
The quiet rush of money printing has begun to feel like a storm. Central banks are creating new dollars at a speed that many people think is only temporary, but the truth could be more serious. When governments print money, they take value from every person who holds cash or savings. This is not a n
A new report from Kepler Capital says the stock of Hoist Finance AB is worth buying. The analyst, Markus Sandgren, kept his “Buy” recommendation and set a target price of 120 SEK. Last week the share finished at about 142 SEK, so the target is a little lower than today’s price. Sandgren has e
Bithumb, a major South Korean crypto exchange, mistakenly sent out more than 620, 000 Bitcoins during a promotional giveaway. The company intended to reward users with small cash bonuses of about 1. 40 US dollars each, but the system miscalculated and distributed at least 2, 000 Bitcoins per winner.
Turkey’s prosecutors seized about €460 million ($544 million) in crypto linked to a suspected illegal online betting and money‑laundering scheme. The funds were traced back to Tether Holdings SA, the issuer of the $185 billion USDT stablecoin. Tether’s CEO said the company acted on information
The study looked at 312 patients in Western Romania, from newborns to the elderly, to see how common Giardia infection was and what might put people at risk. Using a quick test on stool samples, researchers found that about 5 % of the patients were infected. When they examined possible causes—
Fans gearing up to cheer on the Seattle Seahawks or New England Patriots should also think about their health. The excitement of a close game can raise blood pressure and stress the heart, putting people with conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, irregular rhythms or narro
Voters in Thailand went to the polls on Sunday for an early general election that looks like a three‑way contest among different political ideas. The main players are the People’s Party, Bhumjaithai, and Pheu Thai, each with a nationwide network and enough support to win seats. The country has 53 mi
Trump has been busy talking about the economy, especially inflation. In five speeches since December, he said inflation was beaten or falling more than 20 times, but most people still see higher prices. He spent a lot of time on other topics – immigration, critics from the opposite party, and
In three children’s hospitals, doctors and nurses asked 33 staff members and 20 parents how they decide whether a parent can stay during a life‑saving procedure. The answers were split into two big ideas. First, parents can be both a help and a hindrance. Some team members feel that watching a chil
