2025 World Competitiveness Rankings See Switzerland Singapore and Hong Kong Take the Top Three Spots Derrick SmithMay 28, 202601.4K views In the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2025, Switzerland, Singapore, and Hong Kong secured the top three positions, reflecting strong performances in governance, business efficiency, and infrastructure, while also highlighting the… Read more
Japan Tops Global Rankings as Most Desired Revisit Destination Derrick SmithMay 21, 20260920 views The survey shows that Japan leads among major travel destinations worldwide, becoming the most desired country for repeat visits, reflecting its highly attractive tourism experience. TAIPEI, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – As… Read more
Global Internet Speed Rankings: Singapore Tops Fixed Broadband While UAE Leads Mobile Speeds Audrey HazelMay 14, 20260929 views Internet speed and 5G coverage are increasingly reflecting national technological capabilities. The latest statistics show that Singapore ranks first globally in fixed broadband speeds, while the United Arab Emirates leads… Read more
Challenging the Solar System’s “Impossible Mission”: BepiColombo Set to Enter Mercury Orbit in 2026 Julie HowardMay 14, 20260363 views Although Mercury is closest to the Sun, it remains one of the hardest worlds to reach. The BepiColombo mission, a project by the European Space Agency and the Japan Aerospace… Read more
Global Ageing Trend: WHO Projects 2.1 Billion People Aged 60 and Over by 2050 Derrick SmithMay 14, 202601.6K views With global life expectancy now at 73.8 years, countries from developed economies to emerging markets are broadly facing increasing pressure on healthcare, labor, and social systems. An ageing society has… Read more
AI Boom Continues as Global Market Forecast to Reach USD 3.4 Trillion by 2033 Derrick SmithMay 7, 20260809 views Driven by significant capital investment and enterprise adoption, the AI market continues to expand, with its scale projected to reach USD 3.4 trillion by 2033. The rising usage of generative… Read more
Global Life Expectancy: Monaco Tops at 86 While Nigeria Lags at 55 Audrey HazelMay 7, 202601K views While global life expectancy is on the rise, disparities between countries remain significant. The advantages enjoyed by long-lived nations in healthcare and living conditions stand in stark contrast to the… Read more
Global Home Appliance Market Set to Reach USD 1.38 Trillion by 2034 Julie HowardMay 7, 20260329 views Small appliances are becoming a key trend in home living upgrades. The global home appliance market is expected to reach USD 1.38 trillion by 2034, with air fryers, coffee machines,… Read more
WMO Warns El Niño Could Return by May as Global Extreme Weather Risks Rise Derrick SmithApril 30, 202601K views According to the WMO’s latest report, a clear warming trend has been observed in the equatorial Pacific Ocean. El Niño could return as early as May to July this year,… Read more
Global Oil Price Volatility Drives Surge in Plastic Bag Prices Derrick SmithApril 30, 20260880 views Rising oil price fluctuations have tightened the supply chain of petrochemical raw materials. In the Asia-Pacific region, consumers directly feel the impact through sharply rising plastic bag prices. TAIPEI, TAIWAN… Read more