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10 most respected professions in the world
Some occupations are held in higher esteem than others. Here are the ten most respected professions in the world as of today.
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Nature and Biodiversity
These countries are pioneering hydrogen power
From the Orkney Islands of Scotland to the bustling city streets of Tokyo, hydrogen innovators are discovering ways to fuel the future of transport.
Jobs and the Future of Work
3 megatrends for the factories of the future
A new report from the World Economic Forum identifies factories of the future that are reshaping manufacturing through the early adoption of game-changing technologies.
Nature and Biodiversity
How each country’s share of global CO2 emissions changes over time
Three economies contributed more than half of the world’s CO2 emissions in 2016 – but half a century ago the picture looked very different.
Food and Water
How big data helped to create a spicy chocolate bar
Alibaba is sharing online shopping data with global brands to help them make products for Chinese consumers.
Health and Healthcare Systems
These are the world’s best countries to retire in, as of 2019
With the whole world to choose from, where would you choose to spend your golden years? This year's Global Retirement Index selects the top 10 destinations for retirees.
Nature and Biodiversity
From rescue animals to electric buses, California is introducing bold new rules
Legislation that requires pet shops to sell only rescued animals is among a number of progressive new laws in California.
Geo-Economics and Politics
More than 750 million people around the world would migrate if they could
People’s desire to migrate to another country increased between 2015 and 2017, according to a recent Gallup poll which identifies the nations with largest share of citizens wanting to mov...
Education and Skills
Nicaragua, France and Iceland are set to be the first countries to close their gender gaps
Nicaragua, France and Iceland are leading the charge to gender equality by 2050.
Industries in Depth
Las ciudades que más turistas atrajeron en 2018
Visitar uno de los principales centros urbanos del mundo no ha perdido su atractivo, pero, ¿qué ciudades atraen a la mayoría de los turistas?
Economic Growth
Meet the Co-Chairs of Davos 2019
Find out more about the Co-Chairs who will help shape discussions around the 2019 Annual Meeting theme of Globalization 4.0.
Urban Transformation
The 10 fastest-growing cities in the world are all in India
The GDP growth of Asian cities is set to outpace urban economies around the world.
Education and Skills
This is where teachers are most (and least) respected
Research into how we feel about teachers has uncovered some unexpected statistics: men respect teachers more than women, as do older people and parents.
Education and Skills
These 4 Nordic countries hold the secret to gender equality
These nations share a belief in family-friendly policies that encourage women into work and challenge the gender pay gap.
Nature and Biodiversity
Increased levels of carbon dioxide could reduce brainpower, study finds
Higher levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere could affect concentration, memory and decision-making abilities, new research suggests.