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Time’s up for daylight saving, say sleep experts
Scientists from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine say turning the clocks back and forth can disrupt natural sleep patterns and lead to ill health.
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Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Spain
COVID-19
Three of the world's hardest-hit nations are preparing to end their lockdowns
After the US, the three countries hardest-hit by COVID-19 have begun to lift their lockdowns, or have announced plans to do so.
Spain
Spain begins a ‘new normal’ as children are allowed to play outside for the first time in six weeks
Spanish children have been allowed outside, after 42 days of being told to stay home. The restrictions were eased following a drop in COVID-19 cases.
COVID-19
Spain has set out back-to-work guidelines as its coronavirus death rate slows
Spain has set out a series of back-to-work guidelines as deaths from coronavirus slow. Construction and manufacturing workers are set to return first.
COVID-19
Upward trajectory or flattening curve? This is how countries are faring with COVID-19 cases
The COVID-19 pandemic seems to be moving along a similar upward trajectory. Johns Hopkins University says that case counts in the U.S. and Germany are growing at similar rates since hitti...
COVID-19
Why lockdowns can halt the spread of COVID-19
Until we have a vaccine, lockdowns could be only way to reduce the spread, a study finds.
Tech for Good
This tiny device can monitor carbon monoxide - and save lives
Technology can help monitor the health impact of fighting fires on those on the front lines.
Spain
Spain to overhaul sexual assault law, strengthen victims' rights
The main change would see all non-consensual sex classified as rape.
Gender Parity
How a teen fight-back is helping feminism flourish in Spain
Spain is seeing a surge in teen feminism, after high-profile cases and protests have helped drive increased interest.
Decarbonizing Energy
This is how Spain could give clean, renewable energy to 250,000 people
The continent’s transition to clean energy is being scaled up as costs fall and more and more megaprojects are completed.
Spain
The Prime Minister of Spain on climate change, taxes and more
Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of Spain, outlined five global challenges at the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos.
Climate Change
COP25 climate talks: What just happened, and what lies ahead?
From a Green European Deal on carbon neutrality, to industry specific commitments, the UN Climate Change Conference in Madrid is pushing the world towards sustainability.
SDG 13: Climate Action
Greta Thunberg brings youth fury to the Madrid climate summit
After a 21-day journey braving the Atlantic sea, 16-year-old Greta Thunberg is set to take on world leaders at the Madrid summit for lack of progress on climate targets.
Fragility, Violence and Conflict
The economics of neutral countries during World War 2
In order to maintain their independence in WWII, neutrals had to make up for their relative military weakness by offering economic concessions to the belligerents.
Spain
Barcelona's 'superblocks' could save lives and cut pollution, says report
When cars are no longer king, inner-city streets can help enhance community life and boost the health of residents.