Social Innovation
This Japanese concept will help you see the world – and learn – in a different way
Those of us who can adopt new skills will be better placed to succeed in the future of work. Here’s how adopting a ‘beginner’s mind’ can help.
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Nature and Biodiversity
This is how humans have affected whale populations over the years
Some species have recovered to pre-whaling levels, but others are still in danger. Here’s a potted history of out treatment of the world's biggest creatures.
Industries in Depth
If you like travelling, these countries should be on your list
Global tourism is growing, and there’s more of an emphasis on sustainability than ever before. Here are the 10 top destinations for 2020, according to the Lonely Planet.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
5 surprising facts about global wealth
There are a million more millionaires in the world since this time last year, Credit Suisse's annual Global Wealth Report 2019 reveals.
Arts and Culture
6 dystopian novels that resonate today
With the benefit of historical hindsight, we can see science-fiction writers have the uncanny ability to ‘predict’ the future. Here are six dystopian works that strike an unsettling note ...
Economic Growth
These are the world's 10 most innovative economies
Countries leading the way on innovativeness, which will be the key as the Fourth Industrial Revolution advances and the fight against climate change ramps up.
Sustainable Development
This UN book club is teaching children about the Sustainable Development Goals
Books can open up a whole world to young readers – which is why the UN is running a book club to teach children about its Sustainable Development Goals. Here are five titles recommended s...
Jobs and the Future of Work
Switzerland has the most highly skilled workers in the world. This is why
It’s not all about getting young people into university for Switzerland, which is skilling its future workforce through on-the-job training.
Climate Action and Waste Reduction
This is how German forestry is trying to hold its ground
Last year, Germany lost 3,000 football pitches worth of forest to fires alone. But, with their vital role in mitigating climate change in mind, German forestry is in full action
Climate Action and Waste Reduction
This pioneering British ‘wildland’ estate could boost biodiversity and yields
The Knepp Wildland Project is home to grazing animals that are helping to boost biodiversity while also providing sustainable, high-quality meat.
Emerging Technologies
Here's how you can use your phone to plant trees
Researchers say planting trees helps capture and store carbon – and a new app makes it easy for anyone to get involved.
Geographies in Depth
These are India's most powerful businesswomen
Women working in media and entertainment feature heavily in this year's list of those making an impact in corporate India.
Climate Action and Waste Reduction
These deepwater fish farms could help natural stocks recover
Two start-ups have taken the concept of aquaculture, one of the world’s fastest-growing food sectors, a step further – with open-ocean fish farms designed to be sustainable.
Arts and Culture
Are these the 6 best science books of 2019?
Caroline Criado Perez is the winner of the prestigious 2019 Royal Society Insight Investment Science Book Prize. Here's what the judges said about her book on gender bias in data - and th...
Industries in Depth
Welcome to Daxing: the world’s biggest airport
Nicknamed "the starfish," Beijing’s new airport designed by Zaha Hadid Architects is the largest in the world – and uses renewable energy.