Global Business

Political and economic crises in Brazil create buyers market

Brazil is mired in economic and political turmoil–that’s taking its toll on the real estate market. It’s becoming a buyer’s market and which could means potentially great bargains.

Argentina launches effort to formalize black market

After years, of an underperforming economy, Argentina is determined to regulate one of the most famous, black markets in Latin America known as la Salada.

California chef offers cannabis infused gourmet dinners

Andrea Drummer is a Cordon Bleu trained chef who has worked in some of the most respected restaurants across the country. In 2011, she stumbled on an ingredient that would permanently change her direction… Cannabis.

Does the future of work mean returning to the office?

IBM is changing the way its employees work. Thousands of its employees recently returned to the office, rather than lose their jobs. Karina Huber takes a look at whether or not its a new trend for the modern workforce.

Robot learns to recycle using artificial intelligence

One company in the US state of Colorado has a new lesson for artificial intelligence. And it could help us end the drudgery of sorting our trash.

Venezuelans seek economic opportunities in Mexico

Political uncertainty and financial crisis has led many Venezuelans to seek a better life in Mexico. But life there is not easy either. That’s why some Venezuelans are creating their own opportunities.

Cuba’s revolutionary history draws tourists

Granma Province, where Fidel Castro set up his secret headquarters, played a key part in Fidel Castro’s revolution. Today it’s tourists who make the four kilometer hike to see the site for themselves and soak up the history.

Presidents Trump and Putin meet for first time on sidelines of G20 Summit

U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met for the first time on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Hamburg, Germany in what was called a “constructive” exchange.

Startup seeks to improve diversity in tech

Statistics show the percentages of men, women and minorities working in the tech sector haven’t changed much. One company believes intelligent machines can help eliminate gender bias in the workplace.

G20: Affordability, decentralization bolsters renewable energies in Europe

The upcoming G20 summit may be the most fraught to date- and climate change is sure to be a key sticking point. The U-S has pledged to pull out of the Paris Accord – hosts Germany want to forge ahead. But the wrangling really is not hampering the drive to save the planet.