Malaria remains one of the deadliest diseases for children under 5 in Africa – despite vaccination programs and the distribution of mosquito nets. Beyond that, another battle is underway: against drug resistance. At the center of the discussion is a plant that is as valuable as it is controversial.
By Lilaafa Amouzou
15 and 40 years after the Fukushima and Chernobyl nuclear disasters, politicians and some sections of industry are promising a massive expansion in nuclear energy to meet climate targets. However, a lack of industrial capacity, companies and funding means it is simply not going to happen.
By Bernhard Pötter
Changing economic sentiment: The Sustainable Transformation Monitor shows companies reporting progress on social and environmental transformation. At the same time, more firms see politics as an obstacle. The share of companies with climate targets is rising.
By Ferdinand Fröhlich and Kai Schöneberg
Macron's speech on French nuclear doctrine marks a “fundamental change,” says one expert. France wants to expand its nuclear arsenal and is considering deploying nuclear weapons in other European countries.
By Gabriel Bub
If the US president cannot quickly present Operation Epic Fury as a victory, it could hurt him domestically. The duration of the war depends on the objective of the mission – and that remains vague.
By Katharina Kort
The E3 countries are adjusting their position on the Iran conflict at different rates. The UK, France, and Germany are preparing for their own citizens to be evacuated and signaling their willingness to stand by Iran’s neighbors.
By Stephan Israel and Wilhelmine Stenglin
The European Investment Bank is testing new ways to boost energy efficiency: Small and midsize enterprises would no longer have to buy equipment, but could instead rent it as a service from third-party partners.
By Nick Nuttall
At the start of the week, Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz caused a steep increase in gas, oil, and electricity prices for the coming months. The key indicator for the filling of European gas storage facilities has turned negative.
By Manuel Berkel
China backs Iran in the Middle East conflict, but behind the gestures lie above all economic interests. Securing trade routes is crucial for Beijing to protect its energy imports.
By Amelie Richter
Publicly available data can offer deep insight into China – at a time when independent reporting is becoming ever more difficult. A striking new media-art project called Total View shows what that can look like.
By Angela Köckritz
