Global Risks
This disease killed 60% of Europe's population, now it's back
Far from being consigned to the history books, plague still occurs in countries around the world, from China to the United States. Here's what you need to know about plague.
Rosamond Hutt is a Senior Writer at Formative Content. Recoded to Forum Agenda on 29/05/2024.
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Climate Action
Amsterdam has a bubble barrier to catch canal plastic
Amsterdam, the Dutch capital is trying to catch and collect plastic waste near the source, through the smart technique of Bubble Barrier.
Climate Action
Carbon emissions have peaked in 30 major cities
Many of the world’s most influential cities are stepping up efforts to address climate change – and seen their emissions fall steadily since the millennium.
Wellbeing and Mental Health
We need to talk about mental health at work, say employees
A new study on mental health - and the stigma - in US workplaces found half of Millennials and 75% of Generation Z have quit a job because of it.
Education and Skills
Which countries have the most doctoral graduates?
More people have doctoral qualifications than ever before, but which countries have the most?
Sustainable Development
This company is helping small farmers turn waste into biofuel and fertilizer
Mexico City-based social enterprise Sistema.bio makes affordable biodigesters that convert waste into cooking fuel and fertilizer - helping farmers reduce their environmental impact.
These are the best and worst states for healthcare in the US
Where do Americans receive the best and worst healthcare? A recent study compares the 50 states and the District of Columbia on cost, access and outcomes.
Education and Skills
The inspiring story behind this picture of two world leaders
The photo of Luxembourg’s Xavier Bettel and Serbia’s Ana Brnabić marks one of the few meetings between two openly gay world leaders.
Urban Transformation
These are the world’s safest cities
Tokyo took the top spot for the third time in a row in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Safe Cities Index 2019.
Climate Action
Record-breaking heatwaves killed about 1,500 people in France
Europe’s two heatwaves in June and July caused about 1,500 extra deaths in France.
Urban Transformation
London wants new skyscrapers to protect cyclists from wind tunnels
The City of London has introduced new design rules to protect cyclists and pedestrians from windy microclimates created by tall buildings.
Nature and Biodiversity
This Austrian football stadium is filled with trees
A temporary art installation has transformed an Austrian football stadium into a forest to raise awareness of the dangers of climate change and deforestation.
Geographies in Depth
Voici les coprésidents du Forum Économique Mondial sur l'Afrique 2019
Une femme en mission pour mettre fin aux maladies tropicales négligées, un expert médical récemment nommé Chevalier pour des services rendus à la santé mondiale, des chefs d’entreprise et...
Geographies in Depth
Conozca a los copresidentes del Foro Económico Mundial sobre África 2019
Una mujer en una misión para terminar con las enfermedades tropicales desatendidas, una experta médica recientemente nombrada por servicios para la salud global, líderes empresariales y f...
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Meet the Co-Chairs of the World Economic Forum on Africa 2019
Meet the Co-Chairs of this years World Economic Forum on Africa 2019, from 4-6 September. The theme is Shaping Inclusive Growth and Shared Futures in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.