Geographies in Depth
This is why Berlin is freezing the rent on 1.5 million homes
Berlin is imposing a rent freeze on almost 1.5 million homes to stop ordinary citizens being driven out by rising costs. But will it help?
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Nature and Biodiversity
Jamaica's coral reefs were in big trouble. But this project is helping save them
Volunteers are helping to revive damaged reefs, one staghorn coral at a time.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Here's how gender stereotypes are plaguing Hollywood films despite progress
Progress on the film world’s gender bias is slowly being made as women claim more leading roles. But a new report says there is still a long way to go to achieve equality in the industry....
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The 'future' prime minister of this country just made history by challenging gender stereotypes
The move is significant in Japan, where only 3% of fathers take parental leave.
Industries in Depth
Next time you fly, could you be boarding a train instead of a plane?
Codeshare agreements are allowing some passengers to swap their plane for a train in a bid to reduce carbon emissions.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
These are the best countries for women to work in
Canada joins seven European countries in having equal rights for women at work in an annual survey by the World Bank. But countries at the bottom of the list are making progress.
Nature and Biodiversity
Tokyo 2020 Olympics: from cardboard beds to recycled medals, how the Games are going green
Competitors will be resting on cardboard beds as part of a raft of sustainability choices organizers hope will make this summer’s Games the greenest ever.
Climate Action and Waste Reduction
This man swam under the East Antarctic ice sheet to highlight the impact of climate change
Endurance swimmer and campaigner Lewis Pugh braved freezing waters for the feat, swimming 1km in a river beneath the melting ice.
Food, Water and Clean Air
Chile is tackling obesity by changing the way people think about food
Amid an escalating crisis, Chilean authorities took urgent action – bringing in innovative food regulations focused on three key areas.
Technological Innovation
How one injured turtle can swim freely again thanks to a unique prosthetic limb
Sea turtle Goody was injured after she was caught in a fishing net. Researchers have built her a bespoke new flipper – and it’s hoped their advances will help others like her swim properl...
Climate Action and Waste Reduction
From fire to fake snow - the global consequences of the climate crisis
From Norway to Australia, the world is experiencing record high and low temperatures.
数说圣诞：关于假日消费的5个事实
今年，平均每个美国人将在圣诞节礼物上花费942美元——比去年多了57美元。
Sustainable Development
4 simple ways to make your holiday season more sustainable
Simple changes to your decorations, gifting or travel can reduce the footprint of your festive season.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Christmas, by the numbers: 5 facts about holiday season spending
We're spending more, yet millions of people are receiving gifts they don't want. Here are five facts about the economics of the holiday season.
Climate Action and Waste Reduction
Australia’s bushfires have pumped out half a year's CO2 emissions
Bushfires raging in the states of New South Wales and Queensland have emitted 250 million tonnes of CO2. Experts say climate change is fuelling extreme weather.