Global Adult Obesity Ranking: American Samoa Exceeds 70% and Tops the World Derrick Smith2026-06-180762 views Pacific island nations rank among the highest globally in obesity prevalence, with American Samoa leading at 70%. This indicates a particularly severe obesity situation in the region, where many countries… Read more
El Niño Likelihood Rises as WMO Warns of Escalating Climate Risks Wisdom Frida2026-06-180331 views The global climate system may be entering another El Niño cycle, with extreme weather risks continuing to escalate. Climate change is increasingly shaping the global economy and household expenditures, from… Read more
Reporters Without Borders: Global Press Freedom Index Falls to Its Lowest Level in 25 Years Derrick Smith2026-06-180734 views The 2026 World Press Freedom Index shows that global press freedom continues to deteriorate, with the average score hitting a 25-year low. More than half of the countries are classified… Read more
2025 World Digital Competitiveness Ranking: Switzerland United States and Singapore Lead Global Rankings Julie Howard2026-06-0401.8K views Global digital transformation is accelerating, with artificial intelligence and data applications becoming key foundations of national competitiveness. The IMD World Digital Competitiveness Ranking reflects the strengths of economies in knowledge,… Read more
Which Countries Spend the Most on Art? The Global Rankings May Surprise You Derrick Smith2026-06-040510 views From the publicly funded welfare systems of the Nordic countries to the billionaire-backed philanthropic model of the United States, leading economies are pursuing vastly different financial and institutional approaches to… Read more
Fashion Intelligence Hosts Taiwan AIoT Showcase in Kuala Lumpur, Expands Malaysia Partnership Network Business PR2026-06-040763 views KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA (MERXWIRE) – Hosted by Fashion Intelligence Co., Ltd., the “Taiwan AIoT Solutions Showcase — Channel Matching Event” was successfully concluded at Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral. The event… Read more
Affordable Coffee Gains Popularity as Living Costs Rise in Taiwan Julie Howard2026-05-280672 views Taiwan’s coffee market has experienced repeated price increases in recent years, yet convenience store coffee sales have continued to grow steadily. Market data suggests that convenience stores, supported by competitive… Read more
2025 World Competitiveness Rankings See Switzerland Singapore and Hong Kong Take the Top Three Spots Derrick Smith2026-05-2803.3K 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
Younger Travellers Drive Demand for Low-Cost Tourism Options in Japan Julie Howard2026-05-280520 views Despite the weak yen boosting tourism, rising prices and slow wage growth are driving more Japanese consumers toward budget-friendly travel, with growing demand for overnight buses, affordable hotels, and short,… Read more
Japan Tops Global Rankings as Most Desired Revisit Destination Derrick Smith2026-05-2101.1K 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