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In Finland, speeding tickets are linked to your income
In Finland, penalties for traffic violations are pegged to taxable income, resulting in some headline-grabbing fines. It’s a model that has also been adopted in other European countries.
Human Rights
This is the state of LGBTI rights around the world in 2018
While several countries still battle stigmatization and persecution, here are some of the ways LGBTI rights have inched forward this year.
Future of Economic Progress
Why the West needs to change how it sees itself
Despite once being the dominant power in the world, the West has been overtaken by the "Rest".
Global Governance
This chart shows who gains from globalisation
New data shows that emerging economies are set to benefit more than rich economies.
Climate Change
To tackle climate change, we need city diplomacy
Based on the shared values of inclusion, partnership and cooperation, city diplomacy involves exchanging best practices with partners around the world and leading on global challenges, at...
Future of Economic Progress
The myth of an "ageing society"
How we think about ageing populations needs a significant overhaul.
Behavioural Sciences
This is why being a troublemaker might benefit society
New research shows that disagreement actually enhances group thinking.
Future of Economic Progress
The era of doubt: How we can learn to trust again
Trust has been eroded across the globe. This is what it means for global institutions.
Future of Economic Progress
What is Karl Marx's legacy 200 years on from his death?
The influence of Marxism has fallen significantly from its high in the 20th century.
Fourth Industrial Revolution
We need a new Operating System for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Society’s operating system needs an upgrade. The models we have been using are simply not up to the challenges of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Environment and Natural Resource Security
You've probably got no idea how big the problem of timber trafficking is
Rosewood is so profitable on the black market that it has earned the moniker ‘the ivory of the forest’.
Global Governance
International diplomacy needs an overhaul to stay relevant. Here’s why
Diplomacy still has an important role in international relations, but it needs to adopt new approaches and opportunities to maximise its effectiveness.
International Security
These are the richest countries with the weakest passports
The link between wealth and ease of travel.
Civic Participation
May 1 is Labour Day. This is what you need to know
Few people realize that May 1 is a global holiday that recognizes the working class and organized labour.
Innovation
You've got your approach to innovation all wrong. This is why
These six principles highlight the practical ways to innovate within your company.