Yes, AI could boost productivity, but work is about more than maximising output
Worries about the British economy have long been dominated by one persistent concern – weak…
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‘Project Hail Mary’ explores unique forms of life in space – 5 essential reads on searching for aliens that look nothing like life on Earth
“Project Hail Mary,” the movie adaptation to Andy Weir’s 2021 novel about a science teacher…
Joint statement from the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Japan, Canada and others on the Strait of Hormuz: 19 March 2026
We condemn in the strongest terms recent attacks by Iran on unarmed commercial vessels in…
Biometric IDs are being rolled out in Africa. Study reveals the risks and pitfalls
Across Africa, governments are introducing digital systems that use individuals’ unique physical measurements to identify…
In the Easter story, women are the first to proclaim the resurrection – but churches today are still divided over female preachers
On Easter Sunday, festively decorated churches across the United States will be filled with worshippers…
Early wins for the social media ban, new survey claims. But the full picture is far more complicated
Australia’s world-first national legislation to restrict access to social media accounts for children under 16…
EU and Member States launch global initiative to advance women’s leadership in public ICT
The European Union (EU) and its Member States have launched a new global initiative to…
Statement by President von der Leyen at the joint press conference with President Costa following the meeting of the European Council of March 2026
European Commission Statement Brussels, 20 Mar 2026 Good evening, let me start with the Middle…
Gender conformity starts young – and boys and girls fall in line in different ways
Many people have felt the subtle pressure to be “man enough” or “woman enough” in…
If you still need to fly amid global travel chaos, here’s what to know
We are now three weeks into the war between the United States, Israel and Iran,…