World Business Leaders

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

Utd trigger Maguire option: 'Starving for leaders'

Ruben Amorim has admitted his Manchester United squad is "starved of leaders" and suggested it's why Harry Maguire's contract has been extended.

ESPN - Jan. 4

It’s tough at the top – but which business leader has the most at stake in 2025?

From post and planes to TV, phones and retail chains – and even a central bank – here are the chiefs facing the most testing of times. A year is a long time in business: enough time for things to ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

4 Ways to Drive Organic Business Growth

As companies find funding harder to come by, more are turning toward organic growth strategies. Here’s what they look like.

Inc. - Jan. 4

Greenland leader calls for independence from Denmark as Trump enters

Greenland Prime Minister Múte Egede announced a desire to obtain independence from Denmark in the wake of President-elect Trump’s comments about buying the island territory. “The Greenlandic ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Postecoglou shrugs off pressure with Spurs in need of January business

Tottenham’s injury-decimated squad will be tested to the maximum against Newcastle but the manager will not panic. January can be the crucial month in the lifespan of a Tottenham manager. During ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

Labor groups cheer Biden dismissal of US Steel sale as businesses bristle

Labor groups applauded as businesses leveled sharp criticism Friday at the decision by the Biden administration to block the acquisition of steelmaker U.S. Steel by Japanese rival Nippon Steel over ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

How the End of Net Neutrality Could Impact Your Business

In a blow against efforts to enshrine a more equitable internet in the U.S., a court has blocked Biden administration efforts to enforce net neutrality laws, which could echo across the business ...

Inc. - Jan. 3

Religious Leaders Experiment with A.I. in Sermons

Modern religious leaders are experimenting with A.I. just as earlier generations examined radio, television and the internet.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

How Business Owners Can Energize Their Teams and Hit Big Goals in 2025

Ditch predictable plans and inspire your team with bold moves and honest conversations.

Inc. - Jan. 3

How Three Small Independent Coffee Shops Started Their Businesses

The owners began their businesses with no college degrees and 100 percent grit. A visit from the TikTok food critic Keith Lee also helped.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Saudi Arabia and U.A.E. Tread Cautiously With Syria’s New Leaders

The two Mideast powerhouses have been trying to block the rise of Islamist groups in the region for two decades. The rebel takeover in Damascus will test that approach.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Joey Logano embracing role as sport's leader as defending champion

For the third time in seven seasons, Joey Logano bears the honor of being the defending champion of the NASCAR Cup Series. At age 34, Logano is a wily veteran who has been fortunate enough to ...

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

German Foreign Minister Baerbock travels to Syria to meet new leaders

Yahoo News - Jan. 3

UK businesses issued with record fines for filing accounts late

Companies continue to struggle with rising costs and higher interest rates in the aftermath of the pandemic

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Joel Kaplan to replace Nick Clegg as Meta global policy leader

Meta will switch up its global policy team in the new year and has appointed former George W. Bush administration official Joel Kaplan to replace Nick Clegg as the company's chief global affairs ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

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

Amazon Workers Return to the Office Today. Business Leaders Are Watching

All eyes are on the tech giant as its return-to-office mandate goes into effect, but some surveys show the policy could turn employees away.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Small Businesses Brace Themselves for TikTok Ban

If the Jan. 19 ban on the popular social video platform goes into effect, millions of entrepreneurs will lose a valuable marketing and outreach channel.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Undersea sabotage response is a dangerous business

Holding shady sailors to account would be a lot less perilous than risking war with a powerful nation

Financial Times - Jan. 2

British factories suffer winter chill as government ‘dampens confidence’ – business live

Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as 2025 starts with trepidation over new US administration’s trade policies, and global manufacturing sector struggles. Nine out ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

China’s electric-vehicle leader BYD posts record sales in 2024

Bigger companies beat targets as intense competition rocks world’s biggest car market

Financial Times - Jan. 2

Kickstart 2025: Actionable Business Growth Strategies for the First 90 Days

Learn to read your business’s metrics and refine your strategy accordingly at the start of the new year.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Bangladesh court again rejects bail for Hindu leader who led rallies

A court in southeastern Bangladesh has rejected a plea for bail by a jailed Hindu leader who led large rallies in the Muslim-majority country demanding better security for minority groups

ABC News - Jan. 2

Moment pick-up truck enters busy street on New Year's Day

CCTV catches moment pick-up truck turns into a busy street in New Orleans killing several people.

BBC 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

The booming business of special needs education in England

The public spending watchdog warns that the system is becoming ‘financially unsustainable’ for councils

Financial Times - Jan. 2

Democrats’ Battleground Leader, Exiting Congress, Reflects on What She Learned

Representative Abigail Spanberger of Virginia, the only Democrat in a leadership position to leave Congress this year, talked about her party, her competitive district, and what the Trump era has ...

The New York Times - Jan. 1

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

7 rising Democratic leaders to watch

Democrats are scrambling for a new leader to head the party and organize resistance to President-elect Trump following Vice President Harris’s loss in November's election. Several top names have ...

The Hill - Jan. 1