Anyone who has been to the Caribbean knows it's a beautiful place, but many of the small island states are net importers that have experienced economic challenges over the years. Having to import energy is a huge drain on foreign reserves, which is why it makes sense for the countries of the Caribbean to look for other ways of powering their...

The fizzy drinks industry is once again going through a change as consumers turn away from super sugary sodas and chemical-laden diet drinks as well. Gaining traction in their place is a new category of carbonated drinks that have some sweetness, but not so much to be cloying. Xumma is a good example of this trend: a semi sweet cola that contains...

Over the past few years, pressure from consumers has given birth to a mainstream trend in the food industry to embrace things that are natural and healthy. Now that same aesthetic is filtering across industries to compel brands to reformulate their offerings to make them better for people and the environment. The past few weeks have seen several...

Travelers often look for a theme to wrap their explorations around to give a reason to what might otherwise be seen as aimless travel. Sports stadium trips are perennially popular. As are those to see a variety of national parks or taste wines. In Scotland, touring whisky distilleries has a long and noble tradition. In the USA (and elsewhere),...