Family business or family-owned enterprises are more than just commercial entities. Family businesses are the bedrock of the global economy, representing a significant share of GDP and employment in their countries of origin and worldwide. By blending deeply rooted family values with entrepreneurial ambition, these businesses create a distinct model—one that prioritizes long-term resilience over […]
Research by Gartner, a global research and advisory firm, concludes that the future of work in 2026 is defined by a fundamental tension between the promise of artificial intelligence and its current, more limited reality. Organizations, including family businesses, are entering a transitional phase where expectations for rapid growth and innovation driven largely by AI […]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its April 2026 World Economic Outlook, offering a “reference forecast” of the global economy amid rising geopolitical tensions, particularly the outbreak of war in the Middle East. The global economy now faces renewed uncertainty. Despite earlier resilience — supported by strong tech investment, accommodative financial conditions, and policy […]
Since its founding in the mid-1960s, The North Face under the leadership of founder Douglas Tompkins has complemented travel experiences through its varieties of clothing, accessories, and footwear. The North Face has historically been a popular option for outdoor enthusiasts and contemporary explorers because of its uniqueness in fusing fashion and performance. But who is […]
World Economic Forum (WEF) research revealed that businesses must adapt their approach to materials management through stronger international cooperation. A range of global forces is reshaping how the world operates. One of the most urgent, yet often overlooked, is materials. For decades, materials have quietly powered everything we rely on technology, energy systems, infrastructure. From […]
China’s new Five-Year Plan 2026 up to 2030 shows that despite some distancing from the United States; it remains strongly committed to global trade. In early April 2026, China’s National People’s Congress has officially adopted China’s 15th Five-Year Plan 2026-2030, that outlines how China plans to navigate an uncertain, rapidly changing and fragmented global environment. […]
Following the downfall of peace negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reportedly initiated a blockade of Iranian ports in the Hormuz Strait on 13 April 2026, targeting vessels entering and exiting the area. As a result, global oil prices and freight rates have surged due to disruptions in one of the […]
Changi Airport has been on the top ten of the busiest airports in Asia alongside Singapore being the leading financial hub in the Asia-Pacific region and its strategic geographical location. Being one of the top busiest airports in Asia, the safety rules of departing from Singapore matters highly, especially for residents and travelers in Asia […]
When we hear Lebanon, we often remember Kahlil Gibran the poet and philosopher famous for his inspiring book The Prophet, a collection of 23 poetic essays exploring themes of love, freedom, work and spirituality. Lived in 1883 to 1931, Kahlil Gibran published the Prophet in 1923, and his works have bridged Eastern and Western thought. […]
In today’s productivity-driven age, the world often pushes us to conform and prioritize only what can be measured, optimized, and proven. While this mindset drives progress, it often leaves little room for reflection. Art and poetry, in contrast, are slowly being neglected, dismissed as secondary or non-essential. Yet these are the very things that nourish […]
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