Like ‘Shooting Water’: Why The Hong Kong Government Must Accept That Compromise Is The Only Way Forward
The Hong Kong protest movement is not deescalating – nor will it. Having battled for 12 weeks, this…
2019-08-30
Now Is Not The Time To Defend Britain’s Democracy – We Need A Democratic Revolution
The ancient institutions of the British state are well past their sell-by date. Only a radical shake-up can…
2019-08-29
How Superior Renewable Energy Storage Could Cut Down Emissions In The US
America’s electricity generation is heavily dependent on coal and natural gas, both of which contribute to the already…
2019-08-29
How To Prep For An Overseas Plane Trip
Flying, depending on the context, can be an enjoyable experience. If you’re off onto your vacation destination, the…
2019-08-29
Seven Threats To The State Of The Air In The US
Too many people in the United States live their daily lives with air unhealthy for them to breathe…
2019-08-28
How Cheap Must Batteries Get For Renewables To Compete With Fossil Fuels?
While solar and wind power are rapidly becoming cost-competitive with fossil fuels in areas with lots of sun…
2019-08-28
Designing New Ways To Make Use Of Ocean Plastic
Beachcombing has long been a part of life for island communities. On the southwestern edge of Scarp, a…
2019-08-28
‘It Eats Everything’ – The New Breed Of Wildfire That’s Impossible To Predict
Climate change and negligent forest management are causing higher-intensity, faster-moving fires that can generate enough energy to evolve into erratic firestorms, known as…
2019-08-27
Where Do People Spend Most Time On Social Media?
A recent study reveals which countries spend the most time on social media in a typical day. These…
2019-08-26
Urban Gears: Best Water Bottles For On-The-Go Urbanites
Hydration helps our body in a lot of ways. Here are some of the best water bottles to…
2019-08-26
The Cities With The Highest Cost Of Rent 2019
Need to move out and rent a place? These cities have some of the most expensive rates you’ll…
2019-08-26
Amazon Fires Explained: What Are They, Why Are They So Damaging, And How Can We Stop Them?
Imagine a rainforest at dawn – the tall canopy laden with dripping ferns and orchids, tree trunks covered…
2019-08-25
‘We Die Together’: Hong Kong Protests Are Being Driven By A Fearless Young Generation
As the protests in Hong Kong continue, it’s not uncommon to see teenagers dressed in full battle gear.…
2019-08-24
The World’s Forests Will Collapse If We Don’t Learn To Say ‘No’
An alarming study has shown that the world’s forests are not only disappearing rapidly but that areas of…
2019-08-24
These Are The World’s Most Innovative Countries 2019
When it comes to innovation, which country reigns supreme? It’s time to find out. This is the result…
2019-08-23
Which Climate Innovations Will Really Limit Global Warming?
To help filter the most effective innovations to invest in, a global initiative has developed a new way…
2019-08-23
Leaked Documents Show Brazil’s Bolsonaro Has Grave Plans For Amazon Rainforest
Leaked documents show that Jair Bolsonaro’s government intends to use the Brazilian president’s hate speech to isolate minorities…
2019-08-23
Mobile Forests Could Help Cities Cope With Climate Change
Cities are becoming harder places to live in as climate change brings higher temperatures, water scarcity and flooding…
2019-08-23
How To Use Numerology In Understanding Our Place In The World?
We’re all familiar with Astrology, but almost all of us don’t know that the science of Numerology accompanies…
2019-08-23
For An Indigenous Group, Protecting The Future Requires Rediscovering The Past
The Harakmbut people of the Peruvian Amazon have seen their fragile ecosystem destroyed, with mining operations turning rainforest…
2019-08-22
4 Careers That Help Fight Society’s Growing Mental Health Crisis
Did you know there are almost 50 million Americans who deal with mental health issues and many more…
2019-08-22
Going Green Is All About What You Gain, Not What You Give Up
According to The New Republic magazine in June this year: ‘You will have to make sacrifices to save…
2019-08-22
Increasing Wildfires Threaten To Turn Much Of Northern Hemisphere’s Forests From Vital Carbon Stores Into Climate Heaters
In 2014, we travelled to the northern boreal forests of Canada to set experimental fires that would help…
2019-08-22
Jair Bolsonaro Wants To Deforest The Amazon – What Powers Does The UN Have To Stop Him?
Deforestation of the Amazon rainforest in Brazil is at its highest rate in a decade, according to new…
2019-08-21
Amazon Rainforests That Were Once Fire-Proof Have Become Flammable
The Amazon rainforest is described as the planet’s lungs for good reason. So much carbon is locked up…
2019-08-21
5 Essential Tips On How To Run A Board Meeting
Wondering how to run a board meeting? The task can seem daunting at first, but you are up…
2019-08-21
Which Countries Have The Most Trade Agreements?
Which countries are the most involved when it comes to trade? Here are those who made it on…
2019-08-21
Tips On How To Manage Remote Employees
There are more people working remotely in the world than ever before. This is especially the case in…
2019-08-21
Britain After Brexit: Welcome To The Vulture Restaurant
US business will asset-strip the UK, but that’s not all: the Pentagon will find the little-known fragments of…
2019-08-20
Top 10 Most Expensive Cities To Live In 2019
According to a report by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) conducted annually, these cities recorded the highest costs…
2019-08-20
The Most Air Polluted Countries Of 2019
Air pollution is among the greatest threats to human health, with an estimated 7 million premature deaths attributed…
2019-08-19
Surprise! Digital Space Isn’t Replacing Public Space, And Might Even Help Make It Better
You’re on the train on your daily commute, head bowed, peering at your phone. A cavalcade of news…
2019-08-19
7 Things To Look Out For In Future Smart Cities
Smart cities are continually taking shape. With all these developments happening, what should we be excited about? Here…
2019-08-18
Total, ETH Zurich Join Forces To Convert CO2 And Hydrogen Into Methanol
ETH Zurich once more introduces another sustainable solution for the fuel industry. In cooperation with oil and gas…
2019-08-16
The Infantilization Of Western Culture
If you regularly watch TV, you’ve probably seen a cartoon bear pitching you toilet paper, a gecko with…
2019-08-16
Beijing Is Moving To Stamp Out The Hong Kong Protests – But It May Have Already Lost The City For Good
Since the start of mass demonstrations in Hong Kong in early June, there has been a significant escalation…
2019-08-16
How Studying For An MBA Provides Entry To Multinational Companies With A Regional Office
Working for smaller companies that operate locally is good stepping-stone but building a high-trajectory career while remaining in…
2019-08-15
America’s Back-To-College Shopping List
It’s back to school season. Where do U.S. college students spend their money in preparation for the new…
2019-08-15
Pseudoscience Is Taking Over Social Media – And Putting Us All At Risk
Search for “climate change” on YouTube and before long you’ll likely find a video that denies it exists.…
2019-08-15
Hong Kong Protests: History Lessons For Beijing From British Colonial Era Uprising
Beijing has made no secret that it is weighing up the option of using force – either through…
2019-08-15
Plastic Bans Won’t Put An End To Plastic Pollution — Here’s Why
At the beginning of 2019, around 112 countries, states and cities worldwide imposed bans on single-use plastics including…
2019-08-14
How To Get Your Finances In Order
No one loves to discuss the topic of money, but it’s an important one. Money affects every decision…
2019-08-14
How City Squares Can Be Public Places Of Protest Or Centres Of State Control
Today’s urban public spaces tend to represent governments and cities rather than people and citizens. In the past…
2019-08-14
Internet Of Autonomous Vehicles: Improving Mobility On Our Cities
Almost nothing will happen without some form of movement. Mobility is one of the non-negotiables in urban life.…
2019-08-13
Modi Ushers In A New Intolerant India And Revokes Multicultural Democracy
The Hindu Nationalist government of Narendra Modi, with unexpected suddenness, has abolished the special constitutional status of the…
2019-08-13
Hong Kong: Why The ‘One Country, Two Systems’ Model Is On Its Last Legs
Protest organisers in Hong Kong claim that nearly two million people, most clad in black and many carrying…
2019-08-13
6 Ways Businesses Can Protect The Environment
Every business owner understands their organization has a responsibility to care for planet Earth, but many are unfortunately…
2019-08-12
How To Futureproof Your Bricks And Mortar Store
The explosion of ecommerce once posed a serious threat to bricks and mortar companies. Global online retailers like…
2019-08-12
How To Compete With Amazon As A New Ecommerce Business
Did you know that in 2018, a survey ranked Amazon as the number one internet retailer? You may want…
2019-08-12
When Less Is More: Being a Minimalist in Cities
A minimalist mindset could be exactly what you need to have a better city living. Minimalism is green…
2019-08-12