Health and Healthcare Systems
UK lockdown put in place to protect the NHS during COVID-19
Prime Minister Boris Johnson ordered people to stay at home, shops to close and an end to all social gatherings in a bid to protect the NHS from being overwhelmed.
Health and Healthcare Systems
What would Roosevelt do? How the US should respond to COVID-19
The US needs to mobilize its resources, support its home workers and provide emergency cash services for those in need, writes economist Pavlina Tcherneva.
Health and Healthcare Systems
This is the reason why the spread of Coronavirus is so rapid
More than 1 in 10 infections of coronavirus come from people who had the virus but did not yet feel sick.
Global Cooperation
Symptom free? You could still be seeding new coronavirus outbreaks
People who have contracted coronavirus without suffering any symptoms may be unwittingly causing up to two thirds of all new outbreaks, according to scientists.
Global Risks
Why a coordinated global response, alongside urgent investment is needed to end the COVID-19 pandemic
New research has found, that in the short term, $8 billion is needed to fund research, development and supply of treatments for COVID-19. The Global Preparedness Monitoring Board suggeste...
Health and Healthcare Systems
St Patrick’s Day during a pandemic – how people celebrated this year
Ireland and people around the world came together in virtual parades, videos and art. “Let it be said that when things were at their worst, we were at our best", said Taoiseach Leo Varadkar.
Health and Healthcare Systems
This is how India is reacting to the coronavirus pandemic
The World Health Organization has praised India’s efforts to stem the spread of coronavirus. Could the nation become a blueprint for others?
Health and Healthcare Systems
This is how Europe is helping companies and workers as the coronavirus crisis deepens
Government support for those with COVID-19 symptoms helps people to self isolate, which could be crucial in slowing the spread of the virus.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Chart of the day: These countries have seen the biggest falls in extreme poverty
Some countries have experienced more success than others in reducing rates of extreme poverty. Here’s a look at the best performers.
Health and Healthcare Systems
Coronavirus and flu: Why COVID-19 poses more of a threat
Coronavirus has been compared to flu, due to its similar symptoms and infectious nature, but with higher mortality and lack of a vaccine, COVID-19 it poses far more of a threat.
Global Cooperation
UK’s CO2 emissions have fallen 29% over the past decade
A report by Carbon Brief shows that a steady decline in emissions meant the UK has recorded carbon levels so low they were last seen in 1888
Youth Perspectives
Young people are key to defusing unrest and restoring public trust
Protests across the globe point to a widening chasm between youth and public institutions.