Drawing voting lines: Can algorithms make U.S. elections fairer?

How mathematical modelling is helping researchers uncover biased voting maps in states from North Carolina to Ohio

Polyester from pollution? Fashion's next generation goes green

From clothes sculpted from mushroom tendrils to algae coatings on garments that absorb carbon dioxide, fashion is getting a remake


Using AI, Canadian city predicts who might become homeless

Technology has flagged dozens of people in London, Ontario as being at risk of long-term homelessness


How walkable is your city? London, Hong Kong put pedestrians first

City officials must put walkability at the core of urban planning to address concerns around poor health and social inequality


No one to turn to? Poor Indian women 'learn to ignore' sexual abuse at work

The informal sector employs 95% of India's female workforce - from street vendors and factory workers to domestic maids


Pandemic casts shadow on off-grid solar sales in poorer nations

Sales of off-grid solar products fell sharply in the first half of the year, even as many poorer households relied on them during lockdowns


By the pool or ferris wheel? Japanese theme park becomes new office for teleworkers

One Tokyo park is drawing coronavirus home-workers with an 'amusement workation' package offering novel spots to set up office


Migrant workers given starring role in Indian festival tribute

Designers of decorated marquees set up for Durga Puja festivities pay homage to workers by hiring them, documenting their struggles


Pandemic casts shadow on off-grid solar sales in poorer nations

Sales of off-grid solar products fell sharply in the first half of the year, even as many poorer households relied on them during lockdowns


Thousands more underfed children may die due to COVID

An extra 10,000 children per month may die this year from malnutrition due to the COVID-19 crisis


Opinion

Here’s how to collaborate on a COVID-19 economic reset

Companies, governments, investors and civil society all have a role to play as we ‘reset’ our systems and strive for a just and regenerative economy



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