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Here's why your biological age is a better health indicator than your actual age

Biological age is a measure of physical and functional health arising from a mix of genetic traits and lifestyle factors like stress, diet and exercise.

Europe's last 'wild river' is now a protected national park

The Vjosa River is now a national park following campaigns by environmentalists. It is home to 1,000 species, including the endangered European eel.

Here's what wind power generation looks like in the US

Texas is the US state with the most wind power generation, with enough to power 12.2 million homes. Non-coastal states are building more than coastal ones.

Here's how Americans think AI will help the world

Around 78% of people in the US think AI could have an impact on whether robots end up carrying out medical surgery, a Pew Research Center survey shows.

Here's how central banks have used gold in the last 30 years

Gold plays an important role in the financial reserves of numerous nations. In 2022, central banks bought gold at the fastest pace since 1967.

Which countries' students are getting most involved in STEM?

Students in Malaysia and Tunisia are among the most likely to graduate in a STEM field, UNESCO data show. Western Europe and the US have lower numbers.

Could regulation technology - or 'reg-tech' - avert banking failures? This entrepreneur thinks so

Financial regulation and supervision is in the spotlight as banking turmoil intensifies in the US and Europe.

This is why (and how) banks are regulated

The ripple effects of a recent failure in the US leave many wondering if more could have been done to supervise the industry and limit systemic risk.

How much do investors care about carbon emissions? A new study sheds light

A new study shows how stock markets respond to companies' efforts to limit carbon emissions and suggests ways to enlist investors to fight climate change.

Affordable childcare is possible — and access to it would benefit us all

American families report spending upwards of $6,000 per month on childcare — and globally, that challenge is just the tip of the iceberg. Changing that status quo is a major opportunity.

How cyber risk ratings can support better cyber reliance and regulatory compliance

Many leading organizations have turned to cyber risk ratings to help them understand and mitigate their cyber risk exposure and better comply with regulations.

Circular economy in action: 9 examples of businesses and policy-makers accelerating the transition

A recent report reveals that the global economy is only 7.2% circular. These circular economy initiatives show, in certain areas, the circular transition is underway.