China’s five green economy challenges in 2026
As China heads into the new year it will start rolling out its 15th five‑year plan, this one is for 2026-2030.
Why brides are still reluctant to choose secondhand wedding dresses
shutterstock Dochynets Maryna/ShutterstockSecondhand fashion is booming, yet most brides – even those who care about sustainability – still choose to walk down the aisle in a new wedding dress.
Unemployment rate falls to 8.2 pct in Nov, lowest since 2008
Greece’s seasonally adjusted (SA) unemployment rate had a modest drop in November to 8.2 percent, from 8.6 percent in the previous month, Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) data showed on Friday.
Manufacturing continues to expand in Dec as PMI sees minor rise
Greece’s manufacturing PMI was almost unchanged in December with a minor rise to 52.9 points, from 52.7 points in the previous month, S&P Global data showed on Friday.
Government faces balancing act in 2026 as rivals gather for looming elections
Greece enters 2026 with a government facing a crowded agenda of fiscal manoeuvres, social unrest, and reform deadlines. The optimism of recent growth figures is tempered by the reality of financing needs, debt repayments, and simmering discontent in the streets.
Retail sales rebound with 5.3 pct YoY rise in Oct
Greece’s retail sales rose sharply by 5.3 percent year-on-year (YoY) in October, after a drop of 0.7 percent in September, Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) data showed on Wednesday.
In a world of digital money, what’s the right etiquette to split the bill with friends?
Vitaly Gariev/UnsplashWe’ve all been there – splitting a bill at dinner, covering a mate’s coffee, or sending a quick transfer for concert tickets. It’s part of modern social life. As money becomes increasingly digital and instantaneous, we no longer need to worry about doing maths in our heads or fussing about changing notes and coins.
I volunteer in a repair cafe: we can help you learn to fix your broken Christmas gift
Hundreds of broken toys get thrown away after Christmas. Zamrznuti tonovi/ShutterstockIt’s a Wednesday evening in a town hall in Penryn in Cornwall, and my friend Pete and I are volunteering at our local repair cafe. We set up tables, get our tools ready, put up a sign outside and wait for people to arrive.
Resolve to network at your employer’s next ‘offsite’ – research shows these retreats actually help forge new connections
Getting to know new colleagues over a short period of time can pay off later on. Tom Werner/DigitalVision via Getty ImagesWhat do you do when an announcement about an “offsite” hits your work inbox? Chances are you might sigh and begrudgingly add the event to your calendar.
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