Good Country Index, the ranking of the best countries in the world
The index examines how nations contribute to “the common good of humanity” measuring their wellbeing, equality, CO2 reduction. Sweden is ranked first.
Zambia, President Edgar Lungu wins historic elections
Zambia went to the polls on the 11th of August, seeing the re-election of President Edgar Lungu. His main rival alleges the vote was fraudulent.
Why buy a new smartphone when you don’t need it. The truth behind planned obsolescence
Planned obsolescence means that objects are designed to fail more quickly, leading to more consumerism and waste of resources. Its history and how it works.
Mexico plunges into human rights crisis after violence erupts in Oaxaca State
Mexico is struggling with a profound human rights crisis. Unionised teachers in the state of Oaxaca have radicalised in response to a reform of the education sector.
More dangerous than fiction. Filmmaker follows refugees’ journey from Syria
Filmmaker Matthew Cassel follows a family’s journey from Syria towards Europe, documenting the perilous voyage in six episodes.
Ethiopia, police fired live bullets at peaceful protesters killing over 100
Protests against the government were held throughout Ethiopia to call for political reforms. The police shot at the crowd resulting in a massacre.
Brazil. The second largest dam in the country won’t go ahead
The environmental license for one of the most extensive dams in Brazil has been denied. A valuable and sensitive area of the Amazon has been spared.
5 unexpected Olympic stories of athletes who have won adversity
These athletes have challenged fate, overcoming barriers and stereotypes and marking the history of the Olympics. 5 Olympic stories that defy all expectations.
India is underwater. Monsoon killed hundreds of people and dozens of rhinos
Il monsone annuale è stato particolarmente violento e ha devastato il centro-nord del Paese, colpendo soprattutto gli stati più poveri.
Stop Brazil’s Genocide, the campaign that sheds light on the dark side of Rio 2016
Stop Brazil’s Genocide is Survival’s campaign highlighting the contrast between the glitz of the Olympics and a dark underbelly: the host country’s continued violation of indigenous people’s rights.