Global carbon emissions increased to a record high in 2012
On June 10, 2013, the International Energy Agency said that the world’s energy-related carbon dioxide emissions have increased 1.4 percent in 2012, reaching a record high of 31.6 billion tons. On the other hand, the US has posted its lowest…
Spirit Airlines to sell wine in cans
American low-cost airline Spirit Airlines has announced that their customers will be charged $7 for wine that is served in a can. The airline is already well-known for charging their fliers for almost everything. The airline is counting on the…
Domino’s testing pizza delivery drones in the UK
With the rising popularity of pizza delivery, a British company says that it is currently testing the feasibility of delivering pizzas by drone. T + Biscuits, the creative agency says that Domino’s hired them to try out the prototypes. Tom…
Dunkin’ Donuts to launch Glazed Donut breakfast
Food manufacturing giant Dunkin’ Donuts is all set to introduce a new delicacy on its breakfast menu. The donuts maker will be introducing its sugary and salty Glazed Donut Breakfast Sandwich on June 7, 2013. Photo of the breakfast item…
Consumer spending falls in April 2013
On May 31, 2013, a government report found that consumers pulled back on spending in the month of April 2013, as their income remained steady. The report mentions that spending decreased 0.2% in April 2013 when it was adjusted for…
Walmart fined for improper disposal of hazardous waste
American-based retail giant Walmart has been recently criticised for dumping pollutants from its stores into drains of 16 California counties. The retail giant will have to pay a fine of $81 million as part of the plea after it pleaded…
All Nippon Airways begins 787 Dreamliner operations
The All Nippon Airways of Japan has once again started the commercial flights of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. This is the first time flights were resumed since the planes were grounded due to safety reasons. After resuming the service, the…
McDonald’s defends obesity allegations
Fast food giant McDonald’s was recently faced with allegations that it serves unhealthy food which causes obesity. Don Thompson, the company’s chief executive, defended these concerns and said that they do not sell junk food. Thompson added, “We sell a…
Amazon announces e-book fan fiction sales in US
Internet shopping giant Amazon has announced that the fan fiction authors will be able to sell some of their work on the firm’s Kindle e-book platform. The fan fiction is literature that is inspired by popular films, books and TV…
European leaders to fight against tax evaders
On May 22, 2013, European leaders have determined to fight against tax cheaters and have pledged to share bank account data across the European Union and also accelerate the initiatives to tackle abuse by companies. The leaders are facing a…