In recent years, several Chinese auto manufacturers have expanded into Europe, offering SUVs at low prices. Next, they could be set to compete with Western manufacturers in the market for sedans and smaller, sporty models. In this game, Qiantu could be…
Lacking tourism workers, Croatia recruits abroad
Tourists are flocking back to Croatia after the pandemic decimated its vital travel industry, except the Adriatic nation has a problem: it lacks workers to cater to the legions of visitors. Faced with a chronic shortage of tourism workers, Croatia is r…
How coffee is saving a unique Mozambican forest
From a distance, Mount Gorongosa looks pockmarked. The slopes of this Mozambican landmark were once covered with verdant rain forest. Now, they are scarred by deep holes — the result of clearcutting that exposed the soil and parched it, leaving only s…
Tourists in Paris lament construction works
Tourists can finally flock to Paris after two years of the Covid-19 pandemic but many are frustrated by the construction works spoiling views of famous sights such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral. Monuments including the Louvre museum and …
Working in the metaverse? It might be possible, but it’s not very effective
Advocates of the metaverse imagine a near future in which we will work with a virtual reality headset strapped to our heads. But is it really possible to work in the metaverse? Apparently so, according to a recent study, but it doesn’t make us any more…
Citroën tests the waters with Ami Buggy concept in very limited production run
Citroën has launched a buggy version of its small city car, the Ami, which certainly won’t go unnoticed when you hit the beach this summer. Produced in a limited run of just 50 units, the Ami Buggy will go on sale Tuesday, June 21 in France. Two years …
Sweden’s talking trash cans could have been a good idea… if not for their sexist side
If you happen to be stopping in Malmö, you may come across a garbage can that will congratulate you for having thrown away your waste. It may seem like an attractive initiative on paper, but if you listen carefully, you may find that it’s not in the be…
Will your smartphone be compatible with Android 13?
At the last Google I/O conference, the tech giant outlined what’s in store in the forthcoming Android update. However, not everyone will be able to enjoy Android 13, as it will be reserved for the latest smartphones. Here’s a quick round-up of compatib…
Wellness, beauty, food: Pinterest is launching 50 new online shows
Could Pinterest become social networks’ new answer to television? The platform has announced 50 new shows on Pinterest TV including live sessions. The new partnership with media company Tastemade could give a significant boost to live shopping on the p…
Paving the way for more level 3 self-driving cars from 2024
The Stellantis group has announced that it has chosen to equip several models across its various auto brands with Valeo’s third-generation LiDAR from 2024. This will enable these vehicles to be certified for level 3 autonomous driving, which means that…