From Moscow to Hong Kong: the list of the most expensive cities has changed in 10 years
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In 10 years Asian cities pushed out European cities from the top list of the world’s most expensive cities.
Here are the most reputable countries in the world
European countries dominate the top 10 of the world’s most reputable countries. Sweden is leading the ranking.
Public pianos filling Geneva’s streets with music
In June the streets of Geneva, Switzerland, are anything but boring. 34 street pianos that have been installed around Geneva are filling the city with music.
Here’s how the national dish looks like in different countries
Business Fondue asked 10 people from 10 different countries to name a national dish that best represents their country. Here is what they chose.
From Vileda to Jacuzzi: brands that are used as common words
Vileda is used to describe kitchen wipes of any brand in Hungary, Fairy is a common name for washing-up liquid in Spain, while Maggi is frequently referred to as a bouillon cube in Nigeria. Some consumers’ brands not only became household names but also are used as synonymous with products.
Can rail workers’ strikes change French commuting habits?
“A strike. Think of carpooling”, suggest electronic signs along the highway to France’s city Lyon. Photo: Jurgita Simeleviciene
While France’s state-owned railway company’s SNCF workers are on the major strike, French are transforming their commuting habits and showing more support to government’s plans to reform the company.