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COVID-19: Mental health has deteriorated most among young people, UK study finds
Young adults reported their mental health worsening since the start of the pandemic, when surveyed as part of the UK Household Longitudinal Study.
Climate change after COVID-19: Harder to defeat politically, easier to tackle economically
COVID-19 and climate change share a similarity in that by acting early we can avoid the most catastrophic effects, write two academics. Here's what policymakers can do.
This is how WHO is ensuring equal international access to a COVID-19 vaccine
The COVAX program plans to pool funds from wealthier countries to fairly distribute a global COVID-19 vaccine. COVAX is led by the WHO, along with the Gavi vaccine alliance and CEPI.
Asian cities virus-proof public transit with smart shelters, thermal scanners
As Asia's cities open up, authorities are using technology to make commuters feel safer on public transport.
Air pollution: Locked down by COVID-19 but not arrested
World Bank Lead Economist, Urvashi Narain, discusses the need for countries to rebuild their economies in a greener way, saving lives and the planet in the process.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 19 August
Top stories: global confirmed cases top 22 million; WHO warns against 'vaccine nationalism'; South Korea sees new outbreak
From zero to one: a realist's guide to overcoming hopelessness
These are challenging and uncertain times. Prevailing will require collaboration and a healthy dose of realism, argues explorer and speaker Mark Pollock.
How has policy affected employment in small businesses in the US?
US government support appears to be protecting some jobs at small businesses, which are essential to the labour market and overall economic recovery.
These countries have the most doctors and nurses
Norway tops the list of OECD countries that have the most doctors and nurses. Globally, 40% of WHO member states have fewer than 10 medical doctors per 10,000 people.
5 things COVID-19 has taught us about inequality
From access to green spaces to internet connectivity, the COVID-19 pandemic has shone a spotlight on the inequalities in society.
Working from home: How COVID-19 could cause a new digital divide
A new report jointly from the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission and Eurofound looked at a growing disparity between who can and can't work from home.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 18 August
Top stories: South Korea cases increase; younger people driving spread; pre-flight tests.