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Leaders at Davos Economic Forum Vow to ‘Stay the Course’ on Climate Action
Officials and business executives at the annual gathering in Switzerland said the fight against global climate change would continue with or without the United States.The New York Times - 7h -
At Davos, Banks Describe Trump ‘War Rooms’ to Prepare for Upheavals
The president’s freewheeling, off-the-cuff proclivities will likely have big effects on markets, and top bankers are getting ready for potential volatility.Inc. - 8h -
Davos Reaction to Trump 2.0: Buckled Up and Ready for New Term
The global elite know Donald Trump better than almost anyone after his first presidency shocked boardrooms and foreign capitals.The Wall Street Journal - 9h -
Trump’s second coming and the world
An economic renaissance is unlikely, not least because the US economy is very far from the disaster he proclaims it to beFinancial Times - 13h -
Trump's first day actions loom large as Davos begins
President Donald Trump has given everyone at Davos something to talk about with his actions on the first day of his second termABC News - 19h -
Tuesday Briefing: Trump Takes Office
Plus, exploring Indonesia’s spiritual hub.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump Will Take Office as a Crypto Billionaire
The Trump family’s new crypto tokens, which went on sale over the weekend, have soared in value — along with crypto markets in general.The New York Times - 1d -
As Trump takes office, the European Union says it's ready to do business with the world
The European Union is keen to partner with countries around the world and is "open for business," European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said Tuesday.CNBC - 14h -
Davos day one: Von der Leyen, Zelenskyy, Ding and Scholz to speak as Trump looms over WEF – live updates
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news. A majority of Davos delegates at a session on the US dollar reckon the greenback will still be the dominant reserve currency in 25 years, ...The Guardian - 19h -
AI mania takes over Davos as the world's biggest firms tout their offerings
The Promenade in Davos, Switzerland is the focal point of the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in the Swiss ski town — and AI is front and centerCNBC - 22h -
Trump takes presidential oath of office
Watch as President Trump is sworn in to serve as the 47th president as he takes the presidential oath administered by Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts.NBC News - 1d -
Optimism but not confidence as Trump takes control
From infrastructure spending to relations with China, uncertainty reignsFinancial Times - 1d -
As WEF gets underway, the list of world leaders not attending Davos speaks volumes
It's that time of year when the great and good gather for the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. But who's skipping the event is more telling.CNBC - 1d -
Billionaires' wealth skyrocketing, anti-poverty group says ahead of Davos
Billionaires' wealth soared in 2024, a top anti-poverty group said ahead of an annual gathering in Davos, Switzerland of some of the world's political and financial elite.CBS News - 1d -
It’s Trump’s Messy, Dangerous World Now
The key to peace is strength, and the key to strength is leadership.The New York Times - 1d -
Davos agenda turns to dealmaking and growth as Trump takes office
US financiers look to revival of ‘animal spirits’ despite concerns over threat of trade tariffsFinancial Times - 1d -
Anti-poverty group says billionaires' wealth soared in 2024 as the elites prepare for another Davos
Billionaire's wealth has grown faster last year, and now the world can expect at least 5 trillionaires within a decade, even as the number of people in poverty has barely budged since 1990ABC News - 2d -
Davos is appealing for ‘collaboration in the intelligent age’. Good luck with that
The annual gathering of the globally minded is looking forlorn in the light of Trump 2.0 and trade rows. This year’s week-long gabfest in the Alpine resort of Davos, which kicks off on Monday, will ...The Guardian - 2d -
A Vibe Shift at Davos
For years, C.E.O.s have used the annual gathering at the World Economic Forum to emphasize commitments to D.E.I., E.S.G. and globalization. Now the politics have changed.The New York Times - 3d -
Canada, Trump and the new world order
Michael Ignatieff on what the US president-elect’s threats mean for the Americas and beyondFinancial Times - 3d -
World Economic Forum: Behind the Scenes at Davos
Planning and managing the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting is a huge task, and the work for next year’s event will begin as soon as this one ends.The New York Times - 4d -
World Economic Forum: Will Trump and Davos Herald a New World Disorder
Among the issues likely to be explored at the World Economic Forum this week is the future of Ukraine and its impact on Europe.The New York Times - 4d -
World Economic Forum: Davos Braces for Political Drama as the World Warms
A new U.S. president’s promise to expand fossil fuels that is at odds with global ambitions to combat climate change will be a topic of discussion at the World Economic Forum.The New York Times - 4d -
The world’s greatest record stores
FT writers and editors share their go-to venues for their vinyl fixFinancial Times - 4d -
At Davos, Trump will face a less friendly brand of billionaire – but their dominance is waning | Larry Elliott
These high priests of globalisation are facing the fact that Trump’s tariffs are part of a global shift to protectionism. Hollywood would struggle to come up with a better plot. On Monday, as ...The Guardian - 5d -
Rich Men Rule the World
The holders of the vast majority of the world’s wealth? Men. So many men—from Trump and Musk and Putin to every CEO, crypto schmo, and solar bro in between.Wired - Jan. 13 -
The strange world of the Euro-Gulf
The entwinement of Europe and the Arabian peninsula is ever tighter, and ever more improbableFinancial Times - Jan. 11 -
Gilts take the global strain
As yields rise around the globe, UK government bonds have been put in a difficult placeFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
Will Trump really take Canada and Greenland?
He also said he wants to reclaim the Panama CanalBBC News - Jan. 8 -
Pity the middle-sized nations of the world
Small countries have the best outcomes, while the few giants shape the globeFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
The brilliant, unique world of child prodigies
Math and physics are mere child's play to 12-year-old Suborno Bari, a child prodigy who began giving university lectures at age 7. Experts who explain what characterizes children who excel at ...CBS News - Jan. 5 -
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World's oldest person has died at 116
Tomiko Itooka, who loved bananas and a yogurt-flavored Japanese drink called Calpis, was born on May 23, 1908.CBS News - Jan. 4 -
Quincy Wilson's world
This 16-year old knows a thing or two about history books. Unlike his classmates, he’s re-writing them.NBC News - Jan. 2 -
World's most popular YouTuber MrBeast announces engagement
The world's most popular YouTuber, known for his grand stunts, says he opted for an intimate proposal.BBC News - Jan. 2 -
U.S. beats Canada, wins group at world juniors
The U.S. scored a 4-1 victory over Canada to take the top spot in Group A at the world junior hockey championship on Tuesday.ESPN - Jan. 1 -
WATCH: New Year's Eve around the world
Watch fireworks and celebrations from around the globe.ABC News - Jan. 1 -
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Watch: How the world celebrated the arrival of 2025
The UK followed other European countries with spectacular firework displays, after New Zealand and Australia were the first to celebrate.BBC News - Jan. 1