There is an urgent need to rethink financial structures that are failing billions of people
A man-made molecule called TFA is seeping into waterways across the continent. But industry executives warn about the cost of EU efforts to eradicate pollution
Switzerland’s success shows that a nation can revalue its way to prosperity
Limiting trade, travel and freezing foreign reserves would show the EU is willing to act independently of the US
Artificial intelligence may buoy stocks even as it destroys jobs
Most countries adopt new rules in broad strokes; the UK embroiders them into baroque detail
The UK is slow to respond to the White House assault on science and universities
People are willing to tolerate transparent conflicts of interest but they won’t stand for hypocrisy
After high-profile pitch stand-offs, players can finally wear shorts
Modern armies must adopt and deploy the latest warfighting technology
Opportunity and upward mobility are more important than GDP growth
Most Americans used to think of it as a force for good — not any longer
Some real experts weigh in
Or the Spree? Or the Parramatta? Since the Paris Olympics, the movement to make city rivers swimmable has been making waves — but does the idea hold water?
Central bank needs to mix playing defence with going on the offensive with a new policy framework and improved communication
Many businesses are discovering that ecosystems are not just worth safeguarding, they are worth investing in
The obstacles to higher growth in Britain are well known
A more leisurely pace means noticing nature and fresh adventures — but be prepared to lose frequent flyer status
Rejecting ditherers can seem abrupt. But in our overloaded age, taking up valuable time is also an affront
One potential fix is using AI to cut extraction costs
Support programme for low-income communities has made a real difference in the US and the idea is being adopted in the UK
In an era of endless texting, it’s good to see to see conversation making a comeback
Lack of exits for deals struck by managers in frothy times is straining the business model of the asset class
A brilliant neighbourhood restaurant like this one can’t stay that way for long
I won’t join in, but the global trend towards sobriety is a wise one
Winemakers and négociants expected a bad year, but not this bad
In the age of laptop viewing, a TV refusenik held firm. But is there something to be said for the camaraderie of shared viewing?
Buying the best companies regardless of their country of origin might be the right policy
Companies offering funding deals to start-ups often raise capital on stock exchanges
Gen Z shoppers are driving a collecting frenzy for Labubu across Asia, the US and Europe
Donald Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ budget bill could make or break the market trend
US judges are a vital restraint on the president’s attempts to rule by decree
This celebration of gardening in the UK is an entertaining but puzzlingly limited survey that omits more than it includes
The ‘coalition of the willing’ sounds impressive but remains paper thin
The Japanese carmaker’s road as a standalone company may soon run out
Keep it short and free of jargon
In his seventh decade, the former PM has gone from bringer of Brexit to father of nine
