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Business Is Blooming for Unwanted Flowers

[On-Site Report] As the pandemic extends into its second year, far fewer special events and weddings have left florists with an excess supply of flowers. Some companies, however, are finding unique ways to turn these unwanted flowers into business opportunities. This episode features a company that is reaching new customers through unorthodox sales channels and another that is adding the unwanted blossoms to its fragrances and other products. [In Depth: China Cracks Down on IT Firms] Chinese ride-hailing app Didi has become the latest target in China's regulatory clampdown on the large tech companies. We look at how authorities are tightening their grip and why. [Global Trends: Balancing Tourists and Ecosystem] A beautiful island attracts endangered sea turtles, as well as millions of tourists. Efforts are underway to stop the tourists from leaving behind plastic waste which would harm the ecosystem of the turtles.

English
  • Originally Aired July 10, 2021
  • Runtime 28 minutes
  • Network NHK
  • Created July 15, 2021 by
    soulflexin
  • Modified July 15, 2021 by
    soulflexin