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Iceland's Four-Day Workweek: A Productivity & Happiness Boost

2025-05-13

Iceland's 2019 adoption of a four-day workweek has yielded impressive results. Five years later, productivity remains stable or even increased in some sectors, while employee well-being has significantly improved. Nearly 90% of Icelandic workers now enjoy a 36-hour workweek with no pay cut, experiencing reduced stress and better work-life balance. This success is attributed to Iceland's robust digital infrastructure, the natural adaptation of younger generations, and a positive impact on gender equality. The Icelandic experience serves as a compelling case study for other countries considering similar initiatives.

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China's Meng Xiang: Drilling 11km into the Earth's Crust

2025-04-14

China's new deep-sea drilling vessel, the Meng Xiang ('Dream'), a colossal 42,600-ton vessel, aims to drill 11 kilometers beneath the ocean floor—deeper than ever before attempted. Equipped with a revolutionary hydraulic lifting mast and multiple drilling modes, it can adapt to various geological conditions. The primary goal is to penetrate the Mohorovičić discontinuity (Moho), unlocking secrets about Earth's internal composition and potentially discovering valuable resources. This represents a significant leap in China's deep-sea exploration capabilities and its strategic ambitions.