We urgently need a Global Data Convention. Here’s why
Data is now of fundamental importance in all spheres of human activity, which is why we must develop a set of globally agreed standards and principles.
The U.S. election explained in 10 numbers
Democrat Joe Biden has captured the U.S. presidency, emerging the victor over Republican President Donald Trump, to become the 46th President of the United States.
Why it's time for a new ethical perspective on humanity, according to a philosopher
Rapid globalization and technological transformation have brought about profound change. We need to alter our ethical outlook, writes Oxford philosopher Toby Ord.
This animated map shows how U.S. states have voted since 1976
As Americans cast their votes in the 2020 Presidential Election, a graphic, by the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, shows U.S. presidential voting history by state since 1976.
The state of women’s leadership in 5 statistics
A new United Nations gender study has found that women are still far from having an equal voice to men.
As it turns 75, the United Nations is still seen as a force for good
According to an Ipsos survey in 2019, 7 in 10 respondents from 28 countries think that the UN will continue to be a positive force in the world over the next decade.
SDI20: The UN is pushing for greater digital cooperation - this is why
UN Undersecretary-General Fabrizio Hochschild says businesses and start-ups have a key role to play to bridge the digital divide.
How stronger trade rules can help us meet climate goals
International trade should facilitate progress towards sustainability and environmental protection, alongside continued growth.
To harness the AI age, governments must keep these 7 factors in mind
AI can't advance until governments take issues like data literacy, responsible procurement and careful investment seriously. Here are the factors governments should prioritize to ensure A...
These countries will have the largest populations - by the end of the century
By 2100 global population could surpass 11 billion, according to predictions by the UN. Here are the countries that will have the largest populations.
As much as half of the world’s water supply is being stolen, report finds
According to the United Nations, up to 50% of the world’s water supply is being stolen every year. Agriculture is mainly to blame for illegal water abstraction.
Eradicating global poverty could be as simple as donating 0.1% of GDP - so why haven't we done it yet?
10% of the world's population is living on less than $1.90 a day, in extreme poverty. But all countries could contribute to ending it.