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Killing the Himalayas slowly: Human urine is melting a glacier on Mount Everest

Singapore’s grocery shelves have welcomed a new option as US eggs return to the market for the first time in over two decades. Produced by farms in the US Midwest, these pasture-raised, free-range, and organic varieties are hitting local retail shelves with prices ranging from $12.80 to $14.80 for a dozen.


US eggs return to Singapore after 20 years

Fuel and petrochemical prices are rising far faster than crude oil, as refinery disruptions, geopolitical conflicts and tighter export controls squeeze global supplies.
The pressure is particularly visible in Japan, where a shortage of naphtha has even affected the packaging of popular snack products. Japanese media have dubbed the growing corporate anxiety “naphtha bankruptcies”.

Why pain at the pump is outpacing crude oil

Jaguar Land Rover is preparing to cut thousands of jobs as Britain’s biggest carmaker battles a sharp deterioration in profits, weaker sales, a costly cyber attack and US tariffs. The luxury vehicle maker, owned by India’s Tata Motors, has told employees and unions it will open a voluntary redundancy programme for salaried and management staff. As many as 4,000 positions could be eliminated over the next two years, although JLR has not confirmed the final figure.

Layoffs to hit UK's largest carmaker

Luxury watchmakers are having to rethink what young buyers want.

Gen z is moving away from the big, flashy sports watches that dominated the market, and toward smaller, vintage-looking and more jewelry-like timepieces.

And that shift is already showing up in sales, forcing watch brands to change both their designs and how they reach customers.

Smaller watches become Gen Z's new status

Your pet could soon be getting the same kind of longevity treatments people are turning to, including peptides, anti-aging drugs and red-light therapy.

Americans are already spending big on their pets, and now the wellness and longevity boom is moving into the pet market.

But there's a catch: some of these treatments are still experimental, so how much should pet owners really be spending?


$165 Billion: Expected US pet industry size this year

In Bolivia, farmers and supporters of former president Evo Morales are back on the streets, protesting a government decision that has nearly doubled the price of diesel for large-volume buyers.

The government says the hike is needed to stop fuel smuggling and deal with severe shortages. But for farmers, the higher diesel price means higher costs to plant, harvest and move food,

And that could eventually mean higher prices for consumers.


Diesel price hike is an increase of nearly 88 percent

India’s intercity bus market is evolving beyond price. Operators are investing in smart lounges, private sleeper berths, live tracking, safety technology and better passenger amenities. But can a premium travel experience translate into customer loyalty, pricing power and stronger business economics? In this edition of Big Business Bet, Wion’s Kanishka Sarkar explores how intrcity smartbus is betting on technology, comfort and trust to redefine the future of intercity mobility.

Big Business Bet: The business of better bus travel | Intrcity smartbus

Japan is tightening immigration rules for foreign residents, raising concerns among businesses and workers as the country faces an urgent need to replenish its workforce.

Japan raises cost of permanent residency

Artificial intelligence is no longer just changing the way people work, it is beginning to change who gets to keep their jobs. In China, a growing number of junior white-collar workers are being displaced as companies use AI to automate research, content creation, accounting and administrative tasks. With one in three job postings now considered highly exposed to AI, the technology is creating new opportunities but also raising a bigger question, will AI create enough jobs to replace the ones it eliminates? Take a look at this next report for more.

AI is rewriting China’s job market

Diesel prices in the United States have hit a new record high as the prolonged war with Iran continues to disrupt global energy supplies.

US diesel prices hit record high

The battle over Venezuela's vast energy reserves has entered a dramatic geopolitical phase. A new deal grants the U.S. operational access to oilfields containing 65 billion barrels, displacing assets previously operated by Chinese and Russian energy firms. The move jeopardizes billions of dollars in oil-backed loans extended by Beijing and hinders efforts to expand yuan-denominated oil trade. Watch for a detailed breakdown of how Venezuela has become the frontline in the U.S.-China resource battle.

U.S. takeover threatens China’s oil-backed loans

supplies. Amid rising supply fears, strong fiscal reserves, emergency policy responses, and an AI-driven economic surge are helping regional markets weather the storm. However, increased oil purchases by major importers like India and China have driven Dubai crude futures to $100 per barrel. For everyday consumers, elevated fuel benchmarks threaten sustained costs across household energy and transportation networks. Watch for complete analysis.


Asia’s oil hunt pushes prices higher; Dubai crude futures hit $100

European nations are scrambling to secure critical fuel supplies ahead of the upcoming winter season as energy costs escalate sharply. Highlighting the intense international race, a supertanker carrying diesel from South Korea is making an extraordinary 12,000-mile journey to Europe. Meanwhile, European buyers are competing aggressively in global spot markets for scarce liquefied natural gas (LNG). The intensifying bidding war threatens rising household heating bills, higher transport costs, and broader economic inflation across the continent. Watch for full coverage.

Europe’s energy race gets more expensive 

Cash is making an unexpected comeback in Russia. As the war in Ukraine increasingly hits closer to home, with drone attacks, internet disruptions and growing economic uncertainty, russians are pulling money out of banks and keeping more of it in physical cash. Billions of dollars have been withdrawn in recent months, raising concerns about liquidity in the banking system.



Russians turn to cash amid war jitters

Germany’s industrial export model is under intense strain as aggressive competition from Chinese manufacturers challenges European dominance. For decades, Germany built its economic power on high-value exports like machinery, automotive engineering, and industrial equipment. Today, Chinese firms produce comparable high-tech goods at significantly lower costs, sharply reducing German exports to China while Chinese products flood European domestic markets. This widening trade gap forces key industrial sectors across Germany to confront severe structural challenges, declining order volumes, and rising pressure on manufacturing jobs.

China shock puts Germany's economy under strain

The military conflict involving Iran has triggered a dramatic restructuring of the global liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) market. Critical shipping disruptions along the Strait of Hormuz—the vital transit corridor for West Asian energy exports—have forced major Asian economies to secure alternative cooking gas and industrial fuel supplies. The United States has emerged as the principal beneficiary of this trade shift, as American LPG shipments surge toward energy-hungry markets in India and China to fill the supply gap created by Middle Eastern geopolitical turmoil.

Iran war reshapes global LPG trade

As the Trump administration tightens enforcement and works to curb both legal and unauthorized immigration, America's political debate over borders grows increasingly fierce. However, a stark contrast to this policy shift is unfolding across the nation's culinary landscape. From local grocery aisles to high-end dining and regional kitchens, immigrant cultures continue to fundamentally redefine the American palate and food economy. This report examines how the rich diversity of immigrant food culture tells a dramatically different story about cultural integration and foreign influence within the United States.


How immigration changed America’s taste

The global artificial intelligence boom is providing a major surge to Asian manufacturing, driving rapid factory expansion from semiconductor hubs to computer hardware plants across the region. Surging international demand for AI infrastructure is lifting industrial output, even as ongoing conflict in West Asia drives up shipping costs and creates supply chain uncertainties. However, this economic recovery remains uneven across the continent, with India emerging as a key exception navigating distinct domestic and industrial trends amid the broader regional manufacturing supercycle.

AI boom powers Asia's factory expansion

Global financial markets are facing intense pressure as a fresh government bond selloff deepens across major economies. Soaring crude oil prices and heightened geopolitical tensions in West Asia have reignited global inflation fears, sending government borrowing costs to multi-decade highs. Equity markets remain on edge as rising yields signal potential interest rate hikes from central banks struggling to keep inflationary pressures in check. Investors are bracing for extended volatility while high energy costs and sovereign debt issuance continue to weigh heavily on market sentiment worldwide.

Global bond selloff rattles markets 

India’s growing use of corn for ethanol production is reportedly putting pressure on poultry feed costs and egg prices, as the crop faces rising demand from both the energy and poultry sectors. Is the ethanol boom creating a corn crunch for the food industry? Here is a breakdown of the supply-demand balance.

Corn crunch pushes up India egg prices  

India’s market fundamentals have improved significantly in August. GDP numbers surprised even the RBI, the currency recovered, and Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have returned in a significant way. Watch to learn how strong economic indicators and renewed foreign investor confidence are fueling the momentum of India’s growth story.

India’s market fundamentals improve

Can Central Asia become India's next major trade partner? As New Delhi looks to diversify supply chains, reduce trade vulnerabilities and expand its economic footprint across Eurasia, Central Asia is emerging as a region of growing strategic importance. Improved connectivity, energy cooperation, transport corridors and stronger regional engagement could unlock new opportunities for Indian businesses. As leaders gather for the SCO Summit, the focus is increasingly shifting to how India can deepen economic ties with Central Asian nations and strengthen its position in regional trade networks.

Can Central Asia help India diversify trade? 

A new report suggests India is now exporting refined petroleum products back to Russia, creating an unexpected twist in the global energy trade. Some of the fuel reportedly being sold to Russia may have originally been refined from Russian crude oil imported by India. The development highlights the increasingly complex nature of global energy markets, sanctions-related trade shifts and refining economics. As India continues to play a key role in global oil flows, the evolving energy relationship between New Delhi and Moscow is drawing fresh attention from policymakers and market watchers alike.

India-Russia oil trade comes full circle 

A surprising trade trend is emerging as drought and extreme heat continue to affect parts of Europe. Demand for water-saving products and climate-adaptation technologies manufactured in China is rising, despite ongoing trade tensions between Brussels and Beijing. European consumers and businesses are increasingly seeking solutions to manage water scarcity and environmental challenges. The trend highlights how climate change is reshaping global trade patterns and creating new opportunities for manufacturers, even amid broader geopolitical and economic disputes.

EU drought boosts demand for Chinese goods

In crisis-hit Cuba, restaurants are battling a growing list of challenges to stay in business. Frequent power outages, soaring food prices, supply shortages and a decline in tourism have put immense pressure on the country's hospitality sector. For many Cubans, dining out has become increasingly unaffordable, forcing restaurant owners to adapt and innovate to survive. Despite the economic hardships, businesses continue searching for ways to keep customers coming through the door and maintain operations in one of the country's toughest economic periods in recent years.

Cuba’s restaurants keep the lights on

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun a four-day diplomatic outreach to Central Asia, starting with Uzbekistan before heading to Kyrgyzstan for the 26th SCO summit. The visit will focus on trade, connectivity and security with a key meeting on the sidelines with Russian president Vladimir Putin also on the cards. Let's break down the numbers behind this Eurasian push.


 SCO Summit: India-Eurasia trade take centre stage 