This month, South Africa celebrates the anniversary of its pioneering gay-marriage decision. But the reality on the ground lags far behind the legal situation.

Rivonia Pillay 30 Nov 2018

Arts and Culture

Here's how Stan Lee influenced modern culture

Stan Lee created some of pop culture's most important characters, from Spider-Man to the X-Men.

Oliver Staley · Quartz 13 Nov 2018

Future of Economic Progress

What is inclusive capitalism, and why does it matter?

As businesses and governments adjust to the new realities of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the idea that the ultimate value of business success is the extent to which it enriches shar...

Miguel Milano 05 Nov 2018

Civic Participation

36,000 people applied to become an Iraqi government minister

The new government in Iraq has adopted an unexpected approach to political appointments - by inviting members of the public to apply online.

Johnny Wood 12 Oct 2018

Gender Parity

New Zealand was the first country where women won the right to vote. Here's why

125 years ago today Aotearoa New Zealand became the first country in the world to grant all women the right to vote.

Katie Pickles · The Conversation 24 Sep 2018

Sustainable Development

This is the problem with ranking the world's most liveable places

According to a new Index, Vienna is the world's most liveable city. How can the data used to determine this benefit its citizens?

Jennifer Temmer 20 Sep 2018

Geo-economics

Meet 4 young leaders changing politics in Asia

From Thailand's answer to Emmanuel Macron to Natalie Grace, who runs a new political party for young people in Indonesia, a new generation of change-makers is coming to the fore.

Sean Fleming 07 Sep 2018

Gender Parity

Streets in Brussels are being re-named - with residents' suggestions

Streets in a Brussels district are undergoing name changes at the recommendations of the general public.

Sonia Elks · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 24 Aug 2018

United States

This chart shows the rise of Facebook fury in the US

A Pew survey found more people used 'angry' emoticons than 'love' when reacting to political stories.

Sean Fleming 20 Aug 2018

Cities and Urbanization

3 ways Melbourne is planning for the Fourth Industrial Revolution

The Melbourne 4.0 taskforce, through careful use of scenario planning, is busy anticipating what 2030 might look like in the city.

Sander Van Amelsvoort and Martine Letts 13 Aug 2018

Education and Skills

What you need to know about the world's youth, in 7 charts

They’re tech-savvy, entrepreneurial and really care about climate change, but young people think their voices are not being heard. These are just a few of the things you need to know abou...

Alex Gray 13 Aug 2018

United States

This US state is trialling a blockchain voting app for soldiers serving overseas

US soldiers serving overseas will be able to use a blockchain voting app for the first time.

Kristin Houser and Kristin Houser · Futurism 13 Aug 2018

Workforce and Employment

Tired commuters now have a place to sleep

Sleep pods have been introduced in cities such as London and New York.

Adela Suliman · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 09 Aug 2018

Cities and Urbanization

Overtourism is becoming a major issue for cities across the globe

Cities around the world are struggling with the influx of large numbers of tourists.

Claudio Milano, Joseph M. Cheer, and Marina Novelli · The Conversation 20 Jul 2018

Civic Participation

Lessons from New Zealand: How meeting the needs of a mother can help more women run for office

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is the second elected leader to have a baby while in office.

Reuters Staff · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 19 Jul 2018

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