United Kingdom
Why London shouldn't worry about losing business to other EU cities
The EU doesn't yet have the business infrastructure to pose a threat to London's standing as a financial power centre.
Global Issue
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Economy
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Global Issue
Industry
Economy
System Initiative
United Kingdom
Finance
London is still the world's most powerful financial center
London remains the globe's financial centre, extending its lead over New York despite Britain's looming exit from the European Union.
Energy
Renewable energy has hit a major milestone in the UK
The latest offshore wind energy subsidy auction in the UK shows that offshore wind power generation is cheaper than new nuclear power for the very first time.
Environment
Scotland wants to phase out petrol and diesel cars by 2032
Scotland has set a target of ending sales of new petrol and diesel cars by 2032 - eight years ahead of the rest of the UK.
Environment
This is London's first packaging free shop
Ingrid Caldironi has opened a packaging free shop in London to tackle waste and promote an eco-friendly lifestyle.
University
The two best universities in the world are no longer in the United States
Oxford and Cambridge top the list of world universities as US dominance fades and Asia begins to rise up the academic league table
Education and Skills
This is the remarkable story of one Syrian refugee's determination to finish his medical degree
Tirej Brimo was just 10 months away from graduating with a medical degree when he was forced to flee Syria. Now he begins work for the NHS.
Agriculture, Food and Beverage
Urban grit and pink lights: this is London's take on farming
Urban farms are becoming a sustainable way to feed people in the city.
United Kingdom
Dunkirk survivors’ terror didn’t end when they were rescued
As the new Christopher Nolan film is released, John Broich looks at the long-lasting impact on Dunkirk's survivors.
European Union
There's a fifth freedom Brexit negotiators need to keep in mind
Bhaskar Chakravorti looks at the possible impact of the UK's decision to leave the EU on the future of the union's digial economy.
Environment
The UK is banning all new petrol and diesel cars by 2040
The British government has announced that the sale of new petrol and diesel cars will be banned by 2040.
Cities and Urbanization
Here's why you should let your children play in the road
Hundreds of streets have been closed for children to get out and meet each other in a scheme to bring people together.
United Kingdom
The mini-gardens cheering up London's commuters
A start-up is inspiring local communities to plant gardens in London train stations.
United Kingdom
George Soros: what a change of approach from Theresa May could mean for Brexit
George Soros examines the economic and political climate in the UK, arguing that there are signs of a change of approach to Brexit negotiations from Theresa May.
European Union
Europe’s terror threat is real. But its cities are much safer than you think
While the threat of terrorism in Europe is genuine, it is dramatically lower than just about anywhere else in the world.