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Volvo CEO predicts EVs cheaper than gas cars by 2030

Volvo CEO Håkan Samuelsson forecasts that electric vehicles will "very likely" cost less than gasoline-powered cars within five years. Speaking at a press event in Gothenburg, Sweden, this week, he highlighted his company's already profitable EV lineup and upcoming manufacturing advances......

Italian car sales rise as France hits 15-year January low

Italy's new car registrations bucked the European trend in January 2026, climbing 6.2 percent year-on-year to around 142,000 vehicles, according to transport ministry data. This uptick offers relief after a 2.1 percent decline across 2025, when total sales settled at roughly 1.56 million units. Stellantis......

The world's most spoken languages: a global snapshot

In an era of rapid globalization, language has emerged as a powerful tool shaping commerce, culture, and influence. A recent ranking by World Population Review, supported by 2025 Ethnologue data, highlights the twelve most spoken languages worldwide. This list, which combines native and second-language......

How US inflation evolved across history and presidencies

Inflation in the United States has experienced significant fluctuations over the past century, reflecting broader economic trends, crises, and policy decisions. The consumer price index (CPI), the primary measure of price changes, tracks how much more consumers pay annually for a consistent basket of......

Young leaders reshaping global politics

A wave of youthful heads of state is transforming governance worldwide, ascending to power at ages that challenge traditional notions of leadership readiness. These figures, often under 45, embody voter demands for fresh approaches amid economic woes, security crises, and institutional fatigue. Their......

Best-selling car brands in Morocco in 2025

The Moroccan automotive market continued to show strong performance in 2025, marked by intense competition among major car brands. Industry analysts highlight notable shifts in market shares, reflecting changing consumer preferences and the growing demand for both domestic and imported vehicles. Brands......

Android dominates Arab smartphone markets amid economic divides

Recent data highlights Android's continued dominance over iPhone in smartphone markets across Arab countries, with notable variations between nations. In conflict-affected areas, Android's market share exceeds 90 percent, while affluent Gulf states exhibit stronger iPhone adoption. This divergence......

Livret A sees first net outflow in a decade as savers turn elsewhere

For the first time in ten years, France’s popular Livret A savings account saw more withdrawals than deposits in 2025, according to data from the Caisse des Dépôts. Net outflows totaled €2.12 billion, marking a significant shift for the long-favored savings vehicle. The Livret......

Asia leads global population distribution in 2026

Asia remains the most populous continent in 2026, housing over 5 billion people and representing 62.5% of the global population, according to the latest demographic data. Africa ranks second with approximately 1.58 billion residents, making up 19.8% of the world's population and showcasing the fastest......