World Economy

Researchers from The University of Queensland have developed an online tool to help small businesses work with universities to innovate their products and expand their trade.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

The four-day work week can increase productivity, improve work-life balance and retain talent when there is a real commitment on the part of the company that promotes it. These are some of the conclusions of […]

All children in England living in households claiming universal credit will soon be eligible for free school meals, the UK government has announced. This will improve the lives of 500,000 more children and save their […]

Parents, it is not just your imagination—you are spending more time, money and resources on your kids’ sports activities than moms and dads from previous generations.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Large cuts to government-funded research and development can endanger American innovation—and the vital productivity gains it supports.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

New research from Adelaide Business School at the University of Adelaide provides a framework for understanding the growing consumer interest in no, low and mid (NLM) alcohol wines.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Traveling isn’t always easy for plus-size people. There can be accessibility issues, such as seats that are too small, but also lingering societal biases, that make the whole experience feel like it’s made for someone […]

Plus-size tourists “can and will travel” and the travel industry needs to wake up to their needs, according to a study of TikTok posts.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Inflation has steadied and interest rates are finally coming down. But for many Australians, especially those in low-paid, insecure or precarious work, the cost-of-living crisis feels far from over.This article is brought to you by […]

Although living standards have generally improved globally over the past three decades, stark and persistent inequalities remain—both between countries and within them, particularly between urban and rural areas. These gaps highlight where efforts to reduce […]