Roger W. Watson, Author at Iba magazine

Costa Rica: How sustainable tourism models attract impact capital without overbuilding

02 Jan

Costa Rica: Sustainable Tourism & Impact Capital

Roger W. WatsonEconomy

Costa Rica stands among the planet’s most emblematic examples of nature-centered tourism, safeguarding nearly one-quarter of its territory through national parks and protected areas while harboring an extraordinary concentration of global biodiversity relative to its size. These natural strengths have shaped a premium tourism identity rooted in wildlife, forests, shorelines, and open-air adventure rather than conventional mass-market beach resorts. That reputation positions Costa Rica as a leading destination for impact capital, attracting investors interested in achieving tangible environmental and social results alongside financial gains.Core sustainable tourism models operating in Costa RicaEcolodges and boutique properties: Small-footprint accommodations sited in or adjacent…

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31 Dec

Maduro Arrested in Secret Caracas Operation

Roger W. WatsonInternational

Venezuela woke on Saturday to a tense mix of relief, celebration, and fear after U.S. forces captured President Nicolás Maduro following a night of explosions and targeted strikes across the Caracas Valley.As residents slowly made their way back outside, reactions diverged dramatically, with some Venezuelans voicing cautious optimism that Maduro’s ouster might create a chance for long‑awaited change after years of turmoil and repression, while others denounced the operation, gathered to demand his freedom, branded the detention as a kidnapping, and accused the authorities of violating national sovereignty.Despite the pockets of celebration, uncertainty dominated many conversations. Several people said they…

31 Dec

Master Advanced Finance & Strategic Leadership with ISEEN’s Online MBA

Roger W. WatsonCompanies

ISEEN Unveils Its Online MBA in Advanced Finance and Strategic Leadership, Merging High-Level Financial Expertise with Data-Informed Executive LeadershipThe Instituto Superior Europeo de Economía y Negocios (ISEEN) has unveiled its MBA in Advanced Finance & Strategic Leadership, a 100% online graduate program crafted to reinforce professionals’ ability to navigate critical financial decisions while fostering the leadership strengths needed to promote growth, drive transformation, and sustain competitiveness across complex markets.Delivered in collaboration with the Atlantic-Mediterranean Technological University (UTAMED) in Europe, the program awards a European university master’s degree and also includes an “Advanced Certification in Artificial Intelligence” from the International Association…

Chappell Roan walks back Brigitte Bardot praise after learning of late French star's far-right views

27 Dec

Chappell Roan Backpedals on Brigitte Bardot Praise Due to Far-Right Ties

Roger W. WatsonCulture and Entertainment

Public esteem for cultural figures may change rapidly once fresh context comes to light, and what starts as a stylistic or creative nod can gradually expand into a wider dialogue about accountability, historical understanding, and the boundary between influence and endorsement.Chappell Roan revisits her commendation of Brigitte Bardot as renewed debate intensifies over the actress’s political recordChappell Roan has built her public persona around bold creativity, emotional honesty and a willingness to engage openly with her audience. Known for drawing inspiration from pop history, fashion and iconic figures, the singer has often referenced cultural touchstones that shaped her artistic identity.…

Barbados: CSR initiatives advancing renewable energy and building efficiency

27 Dec

Barbados CSR: Advancing Renewable Energy & Building Efficiency

Roger W. WatsonSocial Responsibility

Barbados confronts a twofold challenge shared by many small island developing states: it must curb its reliance on imported fossil fuels while upgrading the energy performance of the buildings that underpin its economy, including hotels, offices, schools and residences. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become a practical driver of this shift, as companies, financial institutions and community groups channel resources, technical knowledge and influence to expand rooftop solar adoption, advance energy‑efficient retrofits and promote resilient construction practices that reduce expenses, cut emissions and bolster local livelihoods.Why CSR matters for Barbados’ energy transitionEconomic exposure: High fuel import bills make electricity costly…

How AI shook the world in 2025 and what comes next

27 Dec

The 2025 AI Earthquake: Aftershocks and Beyond

Roger W. WatsonScience and Technology

Artificial intelligence shifted from a hopeful breakthrough to an urgent global flashpoint in 2025, rapidly transforming economies, politics and everyday life far faster than most expected, turning a burst of tech acceleration into a worldwide debate over power, productivity and accountability.How AI transformed the world in 2025 and what the future may bringThe year 2025 will be remembered as the moment artificial intelligence stopped being perceived as a future disruptor and became an unavoidable present force. While previous years introduced powerful tools and eye-catching breakthroughs, this period marked the transition from experimentation to systemic impact. Governments, businesses and citizens alike…

Eyewitnesses describe mysterious explosion in northwest Venezuela

27 Dec

Witnessing the Unexplained: Northwest Venezuela’s Mysterious Explosion

Roger W. WatsonInternational

An unexpected blast disrupted daily life across parts of northwestern Venezuela, leaving residents searching for answers. With no immediate official explanation, eyewitness accounts have become central to understanding what happened and why the incident has raised broader concerns.Eyewitness accounts detail unexplained explosion in northwestern VenezuelaIn the first hours of the morning, a sudden and unfamiliar blast rippled through several communities in northwestern Venezuela, jolting residents and briefly casting the area into uncertainty. Many described the noise as an intense boom rather than a slow tremor, powerful enough to be sensed inside homes, workplaces and local shops. Although no immediate reports…

27 Dec

Antidepressant Exercise: Finding Your Best Dose

Roger W. WatsonScience and Technology

Robust research indicates that exercise serves as a clinically significant approach to easing depressive symptoms across diverse age groups and environments, although its impact does not manifest uniformly for all individuals or routines; consequently, grasping the appropriate dose encompassing frequency, intensity, duration, and modality, as well as tailoring it to each person, becomes crucial for achieving consistent improvements in mood.What the available evidence revealsMultiple randomized trials and meta-analyses report a small-to-moderate antidepressant effect of exercise. Pooled estimates commonly fall in the standardized mean difference range of about -0.3 to -0.6, indicating clinically relevant symptom reduction for many people.Effects are seen…

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24 Dec

ISEEN Launches Elite Global MBA for India’s Finance Pros

Roger W. WatsonInvestments and Business

The new 60-ECTS MBA built on European standards offers practical, executive-oriented preparation for Indian professionals pursuing global visibility, greater digital strength, and more assured decision-making in real business settings.The European Institute of BusinessEconomics (ISEEN), a European business school recognized for its online executive, entrepreneurial and professional training, has unveiled its Global Master of Business Administration (MBA) in English, offered entirely online and crafted to support finance and business professionals employed in mid-sized and large companies across India.As India’s corporate landscape intensifies its push toward digital transformation and contends with intricate market conditions, ISEEN’s new MBA emerges as a strategic development…

20 Dec

ISEEN Global MBA for Indian Companies & Finance Leaders

Roger W. WatsonInvestments and Business

The new 60-ECTS European-standard MBA offers hands-on, executive-oriented preparation for Indian professionals aiming for global reach, enhanced digital capabilities, and more confident decision-making in real business settings.The European Institute of Economics and Business (ISEEN), a European business school dedicated to online education for executives, entrepreneurs, and seasoned professionals, has unveiled its Global Master of Business Administration (MBA) in English, offered fully online and crafted to address the demands of finance and business professionals employed in mid-sized and large companies across India.With India’s corporate sector accelerating digitalization and navigating complex market dynamics, ISEEN’s new MBA is positioned as a strategic learning…