
Iran is considering closing the strait of Hormuz – why this would be a major escalation
Faced with the prospect of continuing Israeli airstrikes and further American involvement, Irans parliament has reportedly approved plans to close the strait of Hormuz. This is potentially a very dangerous moment. The...

South Africa’s big rooftops could power 6 million homes: how to make it happen
South Africa has many factories, warehouses, schools and hospitals big buildings with large rooftop spaces. In such a sunny country, these flat surfaces would be perfect for large photovoltaic solar systems that could...

Mpox in Sierra Leone: what’s behind the recent surge and why west Africa is at risk
As of 17 June 2025, there have been over 4,000 confirmed cases of mpox and 25 deaths in Sierra Leone, raising the possibility that the virus will spread to neighbouring countries and spark a larger outbreak throughout the...

Which African countries are flourishing? Scientists have a new way of measuring well-being
What does it mean to live a good life? Psychologists and social scientists have been focusing on a new idea called flourishing a sense of well-being that goes beyond just happiness or success. Its about your whole life...

Financial products are becoming increasingly sophisticated as are the frauds associated with things like crypto, hacking and digital robbery. Many people are already overwhelmed by financial matters, and being unable to...

The spectacular frenzy of 28 Years Later offers a new breed of pandemic storytelling
Twenty-three years on from director Danny Boyles unforgettable film 28 Days Later, and five years on from COVID, horror is having a spectacular renaissance. With 28 Years Later, the franchise has returned to cinema as a...

Why it can be harder to sleep during the summer – and what you can do about it
As the days stretch long and the sun lingers late into the evening, most of us welcome summer with open arms. Yet for a surprising number of people, this season brings an unwelcome guest: insomnia. For these people, summer...