The health risks of pollution, like decreased lung function and increased chances of suffering from asthma and bronchitis, have been a concern for many years. According to the WHO, 90% of people now... Read more »
During the pandemic, individuals and employers have spent a record amount of time online. This has resulted in fresh concerns over how users’ personal data is used and shared and how it... Read more »
Electric vehicles are an important factor in combating climate change. To meet international emissions targets and limit warming to below 2 degrees celsius, environmental groups have, in recent years, been campaigning for... Read more »
In the last month, several new strains of Covid-19 have been identified around the world. The UK was the first to announce a new variant, which resulted in tougher restrictions. Although mutations... Read more »
In 2020, the US officially withdrew from the Paris Agreement – a decision that was made by President Trump in 2017. However, Joe Biden has announced that the US will rejoin the... Read more »
Since the internet’s launch, children’s safety has been a huge concern. Now, parents and guardians are more anxious than ever. So, how can society prevent children from exposure to dangerous online content? ... Read more »
The EU hopes to roll out the first phase of a mass vaccination program this week. But, before this can happen, the European Commission and health regulators need to approve the drug... Read more »
Following a complaint, the Department of Justice is suing internet giant Facebook over allegations that it discriminates against US citizens in its recruitment process. The complaint is over Facebook’s recruitment systems, which,... Read more »
The COVID-19 crisis has upended the worldwide economy and just about every industry. With millions of people suddenly jobless and forced to find new ways to make a living, the gig economy... Read more »
With people spending more time online, it’s important to have clear and consistent information on the content available and, in particular, which content is suitable for children under 18. To try and... Read more »