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Human, Long Read

Africa’s Energy Transition

Ben Hinchcliffe explores why Africa needs an energy transition and how it can be done. Continue reading Africa’s Energy Transition

Ben Hinchcliffe2nd Oct 2022
Human

Gentrification: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

The refurbishment of downtrodden neighbourhoods may seem an obvious good, but gentrification’s beneficial aspects may force out the very people it is intended to help. Continue reading Gentrification: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Orlando Virgin26th Sep 202226th Sep 2022
Human, Long Read

China Abroad: The Chinese Diaspora

China’s diaspora has ancient origins, and in recent years it has increased in size, influence and importance, both at home and abroad. Continue reading China Abroad: The Chinese Diaspora

(Charlie) Yu Xiang ZHANG26th Sep 202226th Sep 2022
Human, Long Read

The Geography of Sikhism

Sikhism originated on the Indian subcontinent, but it has taken on global significance. Continue reading The Geography of Sikhism

Arjun Bahra26th Sep 202230th Sep 2022
Human

Exploitative Land Acquisition in Africa

Sales of cheap land in African LDCs ought to, and can, benefit all, but too often the impact on local communities is overlooked. Continue reading Exploitative Land Acquisition in Africa

Orlando Virgin26th Sep 202226th Sep 2022
Human, Short Read

Karen Refugees

The Karen ethnic minority have experienced persecution in Myanmar since the outbreak of war 70 years ago. Sebastian Corso explains the background, and some potential solutions. Continue reading Karen Refugees

Sebastian Corso26th Sep 202226th Sep 2022
Competition, Human

History and Climate Change: The Optimistic Perspective

August Courtauld argues that humanity has adapted to new circumstances in the past, and so can adapt to the future challenges of climate change too. Continue reading History and Climate Change: The Optimistic Perspective

August Courtauld19th Sep 2022
Competition, Human

History and Climate Change: The Pessimistic Perspective

Max Hitchin argues that history tells us humanity is most likely to fail to adapt to climate change. Continue reading History and Climate Change: The Pessimistic Perspective

Max Hitchin19th Sep 202219th Sep 2022

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