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How ‘work from anywhere’ can build the city of the future
Smart cities can help urban centres retain talent, as well as better prepare for future challenges and crises. But how can cities transform digitally?
Helen Clark: The lessons we need to learn from COVID-19
Helen Clark, Co-Chair of the Independent Panel for Pandemic Preparedness and Response, explained in an Agenda Dialogues session how we can prepare better for future pandemics.
COVID-19 has been a setback for women. Gender-responsive policies can stem the losses
Women, in countries like India, have been disproportionally hit by COVID-19. Policies are needed to help them achieve financial security and equality.
How 'frugal design' innovations have helped communities during COVID-19
Repurposing clothing, 3D printing PPE and developing cheaper sanitation alternatives were how engineers and students helped communities during COVID-19.
The IMF now projects a stronger global recovery from COVID-19
The International Monetary Fund's latest World Economic Outlook forecasts global growth of 6% this year - an upgrade on January's figure.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 7 April
Record daily increase in cases in India; WHO says 'travesty' some nations unable to start vaccinations; third of survivors get neurological disorders-study.
IMF: This is the impact of COVID-19 on commercial real estate
Demand for traditional office and retail space has dropped in the COVID-19 pandemic. This could threaten financial stability, says the IMF, but policy can help.
U.S. Treasury Secretary calls for a global corporate minimum tax
Janet Yellen also pledged that restoring U.S. multilateral leadership would strengthen the global economy, while helping to advance America's interests.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 6 April
Top stories: India reports 96,982 new COVID-19 cases; Singapore to accept COVID-19 digital travel pass from next month; Restrictions eased in Portugal, Greece.
4 ethical tech lessons we've learned during COVID-19 crisis
Chaos caused by the pandemic has highlighted the need for resilient systems. Technology used responsibly can be an effective tool for societal change.
What more than 32,000 people think about the future of work
In its global workforce survey, PwC finds the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the acquisition of digital skills and fuelled fears about automation.
The future of face-to-face: how COVID-19 will reshape learning and work
Less top-down, fewer one-size-fits-all programmes: how digital training, learning and remote work could change for the better after the COVID-19 pandemic