They make up just one percent of the world’s population but produce more pollution than the poorest 50 percent. The rich are racing through Earth’s finite carbon budget, which scientists warn could run out...
A (James) Bond bonanza
IN THE PAPERS – Tuesday, 22.09.2020: We discuss some sad and thrilling 007 news that’s popping up in the press. We also discuss the pros and cons of this year’s virtual UN General Assembly. Finally, we...
Coronavirus infections surge in France and the UK | Coronavirus Update
In order to curb the spread of COVID-19 in the spring of this year, public life across Europe was brought almost completely to a halt. In the summer, many places relaxed those restrictions. For weeks now, however...
Egyptian protesters call on Sisi to step down
Anti-government protesters are taking to the streets in Egypt, calling on President Sisi to step down.
Denmark’s ‘depraved’ TV show faces severe backlash
Naked adults were paraded in front of children as young as 11 on a Danish TV show, prompting a severe backlash on social media.
Coronavirus: ‘A whole package of measures’ for London
New lockdown restrictions should come into force in London, Sadiq Khan has said, following a meeting with officials across the capital. The mayor of London said he had met with council leaders from all parties and...
Scientists warn of winter coronavirus crisis as cases jump
Boris Johnson’s scientific advisers have warned that the UK may be facing 49,000 new COVID cases a day by mid-October. Chief medical officers of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland say all four nations...