At least 5,000 people have died from the Ebola outbreak around the world, leaving scientists scrambling to find a vaccine. This week trials start in Switzerland bringing the promise of one ever closer.
Johnsonville, Connecticut is a 19th-century ghost village that's been closed to the public for the past 20 years. The 64-acre property is currently listed for sale on Auction.com. Starting bid: $800,000. (Source: Bloomberg)
Iron chef and restaurateur Geoffrey Zakarian discusses revamping iconic New York restaurants and his recipe for success. He speaks with Bloomberg's Pimm Fox on "Taking Stock." (Source: Bloomberg)
Google has transformed a London warehouse into what resembles a Hollywood movie set, complete with exotic settings and special effects. It's part of a push by the tech giant to get us using its services around the clock. Tom Mackenzie reports. (Source: Bloomberg)
Vivino CEO and Founder Heini Zachariassen discusses the company
AeroMobil is a “flying car” that perfectly makes use of existing infrastructure created for automobiles and planes, and opens doors to real door-to-door travel. In terms of automobile configuration, it fits to a standard parking space, its engine enables it to tank at any gas station, it is fully accustomed to road traffic and as a plane it could both take off and land at any airport in the world.
The saturated smartphone market hasn't turned off one British startup from trying to get in on the action. Kazam, founded by two former HTC executives, is hoping to make its mark with a super-skinny handset. CEO Michael Coombes tells Bloomberg what's unique about the Tornado 348 smartphone. (Source: Bloomberg)
Underneath the streets of London, up to 26 tube stations sit dormant, some not see by the public since World War II. One organization is working to lease these so-called ghost stations -- planning to transform them into museums, bars or restaurants. Bloomberg's Angus Bennett met Ajit Chambers who has been on a five year mission to open up London subterranean secrets. (Source: Bloomberg)
Over the past year the European Central Bank has conducted a stress test on 130 of the biggest banks in the Eurozone. Bloomberg gives you what you need to know in 60 seconds. (Source: Bloomberg)
Paul Ross, president and CEO of Edrington Americas, discusses Macallan's new $300-a-bottle whisky with Bloomberg's Pimm Fox on "Taking Stock." Edrington Americas is the distributor of Macallan. (Source: Bloomberg)
It was a scientific scandal that shocked the world. In 2005, a South Korean scientist claimed a medical breakthrough involving the cloning of human stem cells. The work was later proven to be fake. Paul Allen reports on what the disgraced scientist is doing now, and the whistleblower who fears a repeat. (Source: Bloomberg)
Big companies have a lot going for them: millions of customers, years of experience and -- usually -- plenty of money...but when it comes to innovation, it can be hard to keep up with startups. Coca-Cola, one of the world’s biggest companies, has found its own innovative solution: join them. Bloomberg's Elliott Gotkine reports. (Source: Bloomberg)
Fancy owning your own Napoleonic fort? For around $800,000 you can. The 19th century building sits in the Thames Estuary, down the river from London. Bloomberg
Upworthy is a new media outlet taking on traditional sites by making stories that matter more engaging and social. The company adds interesting videos, graphics, and catchy titles to make important stories appeal to a wider audience. Co-Founders Eli Pariser and Peter Koechley talk to Bloomberg's Alex Barinka in this installment of 'New Hack City'.
Death-defying stunts are all in a day's work for one group of adrenaline junkies as they compete in a sporting contest laced with danger. Competitors -- including Ellen Brennan, the so-called "world's fastest flying woman" -- launch themselves off China's Tianmen Mountain for Red Bull's 2014 Wingsuit World Flying Contest. (Source: Bloomberg)
Americans spent $2.5 billion on hot dogs last year -- and that was just in supermarkets. Have you ever wondered what goes into making them? Bloomberg went inside a factory to find out. (Source: Bloomberg)
Property can make or break a market. One of the world
John Unwin discusses Las Vegas and the hotel and the gambling industry on
In South Pasadena, California, an estimated 1 or 2 homes will be demolished this year and replaced with mansions. Just a few towns away in Arcadia, that number jumps up to 150 homes. Many of the new residents come from China
Mead, which was thought of as a bygone beverage is now enjoying a renaissance. Bloomberg