“Rise of South” transforming global power balance, says 2013 Human Development Report The rise of the South is radically reshaping the world of the 21st century, with developing nations driving economic growth, lifting hundreds of millions of people from poverty, and propelling billions more into a new global middle class, says the United Nations Development … Read more
Plastic: The threats of oceans and coasline Take a look around you- most of what we eat, drink, or use in any way comes packaged in petroleum plastic– a material designed to last forever, yet used for products that we then throw away. Each year, humanity pours six million tons of plastic into the sea. The oceanographer … Read more
The 2013 GSMA Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the mobile industry’s premier event held at the end of February, shone the light on the mobile industry’s many innovators and leaders, from all corners of the world. GSMA announced the winners of the 18th Annual Global Mobile awards. “This year’s new categories reflected the industry’s reach … Read more
UHNW alumni rankings American private universities dominate University UHNW Alumni Rankings Special Report by Wealth-X, a study identifying global universities with the highest ultra high net worth (UHNW) alumni populations. Harvard University has the largest UHNW alumni population at 2,964. Harvard University is also alma mater to 52 billionaires, the highest count globally. Among the … Read more
Yachtworld Heroes honoring individuals who inspire with their work in ocean advocacy and friendship with the sea YachtWorld, the world’s largest Internet yacht brokerage portal, recognized ten YachtWorld Heroes for their love of oceans and good work so they may inspire others. 2012 YachtWorld Heroes Awards is an international program honoring individuals who inspire with … Read more
Tea Forte Brews a Cup for Healthier Lives, Joins The Hope Heart Institute to Champion Heart Health Research and Education Green tea has proven to have many health benefits. Research has also shown that drinking green tea helps to lower the risk of heart disease. People who drink green tea have better blood vessel function … Read more