Coronavirus one year on: two countries that got it right, and three that got it wrong
Why South Korea and Ghana have fared better than the UK, Brazil and India.
Rollercoaster year expected for UK housing market
Britain’s housing market has been on a particularly bumpy ride over the past few years and that trend looks set to continue throughout 2021 as the impact of Brexit and the global pandemic begin to bite.
Is politics’ winning obsession damaging the COVID effort?
Our politicians’ obsession with winning conforms to the belief that life’s a competition and the sooner you start focusing on that, the more likely you are to succeed. But this is a fallacy with increasingly damaging consequences.
What Biden’s budget means for the US dollar
Last month US President Joe Biden unveiled a huge stimulus package to help rebuild the country’s economy in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Worth $6tn, Biden’s big pledge appears to put the disadvantaged at clear priority – but some analysts remain sceptical of such unprecedented federal spending.
Cannabis compound found to be an effective weapon in fight against superbugs
A compound of cannabis has been found to be able to kill the bacteria responsible for gonorrhoea, meningitis and legionnaires disease. The medical breakthrough could lead to the first new class of antibiotics for resistant bacteria in over half a century.
A beginner’s guide to cryptocurrencies
Elon Musk’s tweets and a Chinese crackdown causing large fluctuations in the prices of a variety of cryptocurrencies, have put the technology back in the news. We answer some of the biggest questions.
Which fantasy sports are the most popular?
Millions of people around the world compete in fantasy leagues for fun against friends, family, or co-workers, but an increasing number also play in tournaments for money. The sector is booming, but which fantasy sports are the most popular with fans?
Four ways to boost the value of your home on a budget
Our homes are our most expensive asset and when selling we want to achieve the best price possible. Luckily, adding value to your home does not need to cost the earth a few relatively small changes could make a significant difference.
How memorial ceremonies changed during the pandemic
All over the world, the way people say goodbye to their loved ones once they’ve passed on has had to change over the last 18 months.