Business
Small, Elite Group of Companies Basically Controls the Global Environment
Around 70 percent of greenhouse gas emissions pumped into the Earth's atmosphere each year can be attributed to 100 companies. That gives them a powerful platform in the move to sustainable business.
McDonald's in Sweden Converting Billboards into 'Hotels' for Bees
More than a third of the 274 species of bees in Sweden are declining or at risk of declining. "A big problem is that they lack places to live," says McDonald's Sweden in a statement.
Thanks for Your Lawsuit. Let's Keep Talking About Women on Corporate Boards
Judicial Watch is suing California for requiring female representation on corporate boards, and I'm feeling grateful.
The nation's most powerful CEOs declared the shareholder-or-bust era of cap
It isn't that the doctrine was wrong when Professor Friedman introduced, but rather that the internet has made it obsolete now.
What Does WeWork Do? Company Files for IPO, Aims to Go Public
WeWork started in 2010 with shared office spaces and now has a number of different options to satisfy the needs of both a single freelancer and entire companies.
Mia Khalifa Sets the Record Straight on Earning 'Millions From Porn'
In a new interview, the actress explains that throughout her time in the pornography industry, she only made $12,000.
The Art of Noticing: Cracking the Code to Entrepreneurial Success
Noticing things that everyone takes for granted—and that could be improved, amplified, repurposed or replaced—is often the first step toward innovation.
Childhood Bullying Sparked My Entrepreneurial Success | Opinion
I was bullied. It took me years before I could admit that, let alone write about it in an article or book. It was one of the darkest stretches of my life, but also served as one of my largest catalysts for growth.
Meet the Man Coating Fruits and Vegetables to Alleviate Food Waste
Roughly one-third of food produced in the world is wasted every year but an edible fruit coating could lead to better quality food and less food waste.
When You Can't Play By The Rules, Become an Entrepreneur
Most parents want their children to have a life with security — a steady 9-to-5 job that is guaranteed to pay the bills. I never wanted any of those things.
A Hedge Fund Stripped My Newspaper for Parts. Warren Is Fighting Back
The Massachusetts senator's proposal Thursday would combat looting companies that have no interest in turning around struggling American businesses.
#BoycottHomeDepot Was Based on a Lie. Meet the Real Bernie Marcus
A closer look at the Home Depot co-founder and celebrated philanthropist's life reveals an inspiring tale of free enterprise and the American dream.
Ikea Sued By Worker Fired for Posting Anti-Gay Bible Quotes
"As a Catholic I can not participate in propagating an ideology contrary to my faith," said the ex-employee, who worked at an Ikea in Warsaw.
Starting a Business is Chock Full of Highs and Lows
I tried to login to the website I'd built one morning, but the login failed. I called my cofounder to see what happened. "The system we built is gone," he said.
Nivea Skincare Accused of Homophobia: 'We Don't Do Gay'
A member of Nivea's longtime advertising agency says the skincare brand balked at an image of two men touching hands.
Bridging the Gap Between Creativity and Entrepreneureurship
Creatives often communicate and learn differently than others. This group is often given less attention, fewer tools and, ultimately, less credit when it comes to left-brain activities.
Israeli-based SodaStream believes economic opportunity will lead to peace
Business as Diplomacy: Daniel Birnbaum, the American-born CEO of the Israeli company SodaStream, is on a mission. But whether that mission is to make millions of dollars selling fizzy water makers, to promote his personal brand of Zionism, or a combination of both, depends on whom you ask.
'Entrepreneur' is a Limiting Word. Don't Let it Be
There are all sorts of entrepreneurs. There are people seeking out investors for grandiose ideas meant to change the world. There are entrepreneurs that quit their jobs and struggle to get by for months, maybe years. Then there are entrepreneurs like me, who work a day job, and our entrepreneurial efforts become our night job.
JJ Watt Calls On Whataburger Fans to 'Chip In And Buy' Fast Food Chain
"I say we all chip in and buy Whataburger back," wrote the Texans star.
Whataburger Founding Family Sells Majority Share of Texas Chain
Whataburger, the famous burger chain with a 69-year legacy in Texas, has sold a majority interest in the company to Chicago-based investment banking firm BDT Capital.
Precision Medicine: Creating Value for Everyone
Precision medicine is an emerging approach that factors molecular profile, environment and lifestyle in order to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases more effectively.
NASA Wants Your Business On The International Space Station
Companies looking to work on the ISS can expect to pay at least $50 million just in transportation costs.
Trump Golf Course Posts, Then Deletes, Tweets Promoting President's Visit
"What an honour it was to have the President of the United States," read the message from Trump Doonbeg.
Echo Fox Investor May Resign
Echo Fox is a professional esports organization currently embroiled in controversy.
Why Young Entrepreneurs Should Enter Competitions They Know They Won't Win
It's true—if you're the smartest person in the room, you're in the wrong room.
Judge Andrew Napolitano Responds to Trump SCOTUS Tweet
Former New Jersey Superior Court Judge Andrew Napolitano, a longtime Fox News analyst, responded to President Donald Trump's Saturday tweet trashing him for his critical coverage of the Mueller report.
Rick Fox Quits Echo Fox In Dispute With Shareholder
Rick Fox has supposedly left Echo Fox after the business relationship fell apart.
8 Leadership Lessons from 'Game of Thrones'
More than just a show, "Game of Thrones" offers a trove of leadership lessons for managing groups and implementing change.
Trump Thinks His 'Generals Don't Understand Business'
Trump has reportedly raised concerns that his generals and officers don't incorporate enough business considerations into their intelligence briefings.