ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

May 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

Rochester: A Climate-Savvy City on the Rise

Rochester, New York, is quietly becoming a hotspot for people looking to escape extreme weather. This city, known for its manufacturing past, is now attracting folks who want a more stable climate. It's not just the weather that's drawing people in. Rochester has been working hard to tackle climate change. The city has plans to cut down on carbon emissions and is inv...

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May 06 2025FINANCE

The World's Money Problem: How We Can Fix It

The world's top economic minds gathered in Washington, D. C. for the annual IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings. The mood was tense, with a $4. 2 trillion funding shortfall looming for the sustainable development goals by 2025. The focus was on jobs and prosperity, but the real issue is the broken financial system that's holding back low-to-middle income countries. Debt ...

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Apr 25 2025BUSINESS

China's Digital Push: How Rural Tech is Shaping Urban Growth

China is making big moves to boost its rural areas and push forward with a new kind of urban growth. One of the key drivers of this change is the rapid growth of digital technology in rural communities. This tech boom is not just about fancy gadgets. It's about changing how people live, work, and interact with their environment. To understand this shift, researchers...

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Apr 08 2025BUSINESS

Portage's New Chamber Chief: A Fresh Approach to Business Growth

The Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce has a new executive director, Jerry Czarnecki. He is eager to boost membership by enhancing services for local businesses. He sees the chamber as a partner to businesses, advocating for their needs and promoting their success. This includes sharing members' updates on social media, not just tooting the chamber's own horn. The c...

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Mar 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

Moving Forward: How China's Resettlement Program is Saving Forests

China's fight against deforestation has found an unexpected ally in its poverty alleviation efforts. The Poverty Alleviation Resettlement (PAR) program has shown promising results in protecting forests. This program is different. It doesn't just move people; it sets them up for success with ongoing support. The program's impact on forests was studied over time. Resea...

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Mar 07 2025HEALTH

Why Do Patients Keep Coming Back to Public Hospitals?

Public hospitals are a big deal. They are the backbone of healthcare in many countries. They play a crucial role in keeping the economy, society, and people healthy. So, it's no surprise that many countries are working hard to improve their medical facilities. In Pakistan, public hospitals are under the spotlight. Researchers are trying to figure out what makes pati...

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Mar 07 2025HEALTH

Big Bucks for Green Bay Hospitals

In a move that's sure to shake things up, a major investment is coming to Green Bay. Two hospitals are about to get a serious upgrade. The plan is to pump $270 million into HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center and HSHS St. Vincent Hospital. This is the biggest investment ever made in the area. The goal is to make these hospitals even better than they already a...

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Smoking and Migration

Migration is a big deal in many countries. It's not just about people moving from one place to another. It also changes how people live in their home countries. This is especially true for low- and middle-income countries. These places often have high rates of smoking. But what happens when someone from a family leaves for another country? Does it affect the smoking ...

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Feb 19 2025BUSINESS

Sichuan's Tourism: A Growing Web of Connections

Sichuan Province in China has witnessed a remarkable surge in tourism over the past eight years. This growth isn't just about more tourists visiting; it's about how they navigate through the province. Picture Sichuan as a vast web, with cities and tourist attractions as the nodes. The lines linking these nodes represent tourism activities and economic exchanges. The...

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Feb 12 2025FINANCE

Powerful Forces behind International Money Matters

Governments around the world are looking for ways to break free from depending on the U. S. dollar. They are moving towards different currency choices to stay safe from currency risks. This approach aims to investigate how economic growth, trust in money, financial markets, and buying power affect currency internationalization. The...

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