Why southern Europeans will soon be the longest-lived people in the worldThe calle de jordán, a short street in central Madrid, encompasses the entire cycle of human life. On one block is a fertility clinic, an increasingly common sight in a country obsessed by its shortage of babies. A block further down is a day centre for pensioners, advertising services like memory training and help with mobility. It is common to see women in their 60s gently leading their 90-something mothers up to the door.
A Planning Revolution in Bratislava Puts Kids at the CenterAn effort to make the Slovakian capital more welcoming for children and families reflects the city’s long-term resource and population challenges.
How I conquered the Isle of Man’s summit trailsWith huge views taking in four countries – on a good day – the Isle of Man’s fells and peaks offer walkers a true sense of untapped adventure.
Chernobyl once brought tourists to Ukraine. They’re still coming but now to see scars of different terrorBefore Russia invaded Ukraine, visitors from abroad frequently travelled to see Chernobyl, the nuclear power station that disastrously went into meltdown in 1986.
Julian Assange: Campaigner or attention seeker?To his supporters, Julian Assange is a valiant campaigner for truth. To his critics, he is a publicity seeker who has endangered lives by putting a mass of sensitive information into the public domain.
Election betting: Fifth Tory investigated in growing scandalA Conservative politician has become the fifth party figure to be investigated by the gambling watchdog for allegedly placing a suspicious bet on the general election date, as the developing scandal continued to overshadow Rishi Sunak’s campaign.
Organ transplants, environment, and AI: The top transformative tech to watch in 2024The World Economic Forum lists the top 10 developing technologies that could tackle the world’s problems.
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