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- 1Ukraine's electricity consumption falls to record low after Russian attacks●Ukraine's electricity consumption plunges to record low due to Russian attacks Electricity consumption in Ukraine has fa
Ukraine's electricity consumption has dropped 9% year-on-year to an all-time low of 5.6 TWh, according to the Centre for Economic Strategy. The decline is attributed to Russian attacks on energy infrastructure, widespread destruction, and the shutdown of businesses across the country. The figures underline the mounting economic toll of the war on Ukraine's power system and industrial activity.
- 2Townhouse Expands Premium Nail Salons Into Retail Malls▼How Townhouse Is Scaling Premium Nail Care in Retail Real Estate
Townhouse, the premium nail care brand, is scaling its footprint by opening salons in shopping centres and retail real estate. The company's approach positions nail services as a draw for mall landlords seeking experiential tenants, and the retail industry press is examining how the brand balances upscale service with the economics of leasing space in high-traffic shopping destinations.
- 3Skift Global Forum 2026 to Focus on Travel Adaptability▼Skift Global Forum 2026: Travel Bets on Adaptability to Face an Unknown Future
Skift has announced that its Global Forum 2026 will centre on adaptability as the travel industry's key strategy for navigating an uncertain future. The conference is expected to bring together airline, hotel and tourism leaders to discuss how the sector can stay resilient amid economic, technological and geopolitical shifts. Details on speakers and programming remain limited so far.