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Economic Progress
How policymakers can help us address future economic challenges
Climate change, inequality and demographic change are the three greatest challenges facing our global economy today, and major policy solutions are needed.
Climate Change
Paris plans to be completely cyclable by 2026
France is investing 250 million euros ($290 million) to make the city of Paris entirely bikeable by 2026, under an initiative called Plan Velo: Act 2.
France
Therapy sessions will soon be free for French citizens. Here's why
French citizens will have the cost of their therapy sessions covered by the government, as part of a broader initiative to address mental health.
SDIS2021
Paris or Manhattan: Which type of city is best for reducing emissions?
As urbanization piles pressure on cities, a study of the total carbon impact of buildings suggests high-density, low-rise areas could be more sustainable.
France
In France, you could soon swap your old car for an electric bike
France is offering car owners the chance to scrap their old vehicle for a 2,500 euro electric bicycle grant to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
France
Why climate change means the Louvre's treasures could no longer be safe in Paris
The Louvre in Paris has started to move over 100,000 of its art pieces to its conservation center site 160 km away, to protect them from climate change.
Global Governance
These countries spend the most, and the least, on social benefits
Social spending as a share of GDP has mainly declined in OECD countries, with the average country spending around 20% of GDP on its social services.
Mental Health
Younger people are being hit hardest by pandemic loneliness
Research from Europe shows that the highest levels of loneliness were observed amongst young people and people with preexisting mental illness.
France
This empty hotel in Paris is sheltering the homeless
Paris' Hotel Avenir Montmartre has been filling its empty rooms throughout lockdown with rough sleepers, in partnership with the Emmaus Solidarite homeless charity.
France
Paris halves street parking and asks residents what they want to do with the space
Paris needs to adapt to the acceleration of climate change, says deputy mayor. Residents are being consulted on the future of the vacated 10 square metre spaces.
COVID-19
Cellist turns locked-down museums into backdrop for 'healing art'
During the COVID-19 pandemic, cellist Camille Thomas has been filming herself in empty museums around Paris, including the Palace of Versailles, and sharing the videos online.
France
Lights out: France imposes curfews to beat back coronavirus
A third of France's population will be put under a nightly curfew, as new cases of coronavirus have been exceeding over 20,000 per day.
Ageing and Longevity
French 'Alzheimer's village': where nursing home meets the outside world
The real-world setting helps residents develop a routine and preserves a sense of normality.
Financial and Monetary Systems
Everything you need to know about the EU’s €500 billion COVID-19 recovery fund
The €500 billion Franco-German proposal looks to support the EU through the current crisis, and set it up for future stability through transfers and funding allocation.
COVID-19
Despite fears of a second wave, lockdowns are lifting – here’s what it looks like
France and China have begun to reopen businesses, as lockdown measures are lifted. But in Germany, there are fears of a second wave of infections as cases accelerate.
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