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EU startup and scaleup strategy: Progress made and challenges ahead

European startup policy took centre stage in Brussels today, 26th January 2026, as founders, investors, and innovation leaders gathered for the third European Startup and Scaleup Forum.

Economic inequality in the US: Building back better for whom?

Jeronim Capaldo and Richard Kozul-Wright, from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), examine economic inequality in the United States.

What protection is there for UK hate crime victims?

In the wake of National Hate Crime Awareness week, it is time to review the policies and safeguards in place to protect those who fall victim to hate crimes.

Elevating the HE digital experience through student-centred design

Mark Picken, Managing Director of Content Design London, discusses how student-centred design can enhance universities digital offerings.

Scientists find molecular reason for creation of chronic pain

A new study finds the exact molecular mechanism that turns acute pain into chronic pain - a condition that leads to the use of opioids and often, lifelong addiction.

Study finds nurses have more suicidal ideation than general workforce

In a survey of 7,000 US nurses, researchers found that there was more pre-COVID suicidal ideation than in the general workforce.

NHS starts online vaccination bookings for 12-15 year olds

The NHS have opened online vaccination bookings for 12-15 year olds in the UK, who currently have the fastest rising rate of infection.

UK creates deal for 480,000 doses of Merck COVID pill

The Merck COVID pill, molnupiravir, cuts risk of death by 50% - now, the UK have secured 480,000 doses for late 2021.

Mirtazapine not effective in treating dementia patients

Mirtazapine, an antidepressant drug given to dementia patients, has been found to be no more effective than a placebo and increases mortality.

Why is contraception still letting people down?

With numerous side effects and fluctuating reliability, contraception has a long way to go in order to provide the healthcare that people around the world need.

Driving the digital-first future of pathology through partnerships

Afshin Attari, Senior Director of Public Sector & Unified Platforms at Exponential-e, describes driving the digital-first future of pathology through partnerships.

Fighting climate change with autonomous flood monitoring

Neelam Sandhu, SVP, Chief Elite Customer Success Officer at BlackBerry, explores how autonomous year-round flood monitoring and intelligent early warning systems can be deployed by local municipalities to protect communities from natural disasters.

Helping social housing residents find their voice

Civica's Justin Fisher looks at how housing associations are developing better relationships in the wake of the Grenfell fire.

What is the difference between digital transformation and digitisation?

Digital transformation is the process of leveraging digitisation to transform business outcomes. So, what is the difference? Jason Chester, Director of Global Channel Programs, InfinityQS, explains here.

Risk of pregnancy loss not associated with COVID-19 vaccines

According to a new study, there is no risk of pregnancy loss associated with COVID-19 vaccinations.

Keep cyber secure this National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Leading tech experts offer their insight and advice around the evolving threat landscape, problems facing cybersecurity teams, and how companies can bolster cyber defences.

Scientists find vaccinated teens 90% less likely to catch COVID

The real-world study finds that fully vaccinated teenagers are 90% less likely to catch COVID, according to an analysis of over 90,000 people.

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