Pollution is making it tougher for many countries to grow enough food. But there's a potential lifeline: money from abroad. This isn't just any money; it's called foreign direct investment (FDI). It's used to build things like farms and factories. A recent study looked at 44 countries over 18 years. It found that pollution, measured by CO2 emissions, hurts food grow...
Every year, a comprehensive study ranks all 50 U. S. states on their business friendliness. This year, the focus is on 10 key areas, with a total of 135 metrics. The economy takes the top spot in importance, reflecting what states highlight when trying to attract businesses. New this year, the study looks at risks from trade wars and federal budget cuts. It also dig...
Georgia is at a crossroads. Big changes are happening with clean energy. Two South Korean companies are building huge factories in Cartersville. They make solar panels and electric car batteries. These projects could bring thousands of new jobs. But there's a catch. Republicans in Congress want to cut the tax breaks that helped make these projects possible. Cartersv...
In a recent gathering, Governor Greg Abbott made a big deal of Fort Worth's economic growth. He signed several bills aimed at boosting the state's business environment. This event was more than just a ceremony; it was a celebration of Fort Worth's economic achievements. Abbott highlighted Texas' massive economy, which is worth over $2. 6 trillion annually. He praise...
New York City has always been a beacon of opportunity. It's where many families, like those of Zellnor Myrie, came to build better lives. Myrie's parents moved from Costa Rica nearly 50 years ago, seeking work and a brighter future. They found it in New York, where Myrie was born and raised. He attended public schools, eventually graduating from Cornell Law School. H...
Food trucks are rolling into Gilroy with a fresh set of rules. The city council has given the green light to a new pilot program. This program is a big step forward from the old rules. The old rules were made for ice cream trucks and were pretty strict. Food trucks had to move every 10 minutes and go through background checks. That was not practical for food trucks. ...
The Chicago Board of Education recently made a significant decision regarding charter schools. They renewed the contracts of 16 charter schools that were set to expire at the end of June. This decision came after a revised evaluation process that considered four key factors: academic performance, financial health, inclusive programming, and organizational compliance....
The way China handles its money has big effects on how well different parts of the country do economically. It is known that this money management strategy has helped to even out the differences between cities. The strategy is said to have a big impact on closing the economic gap between the south and the vast inland areas. This is a big deal for making the whole ...
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...
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 ...