When we think about the immigration crisis in Europe, it is understandable that most of our attention is focused on the Mediterranean border crossing from North Africa. But this week’s “Guardian” weekly big news revealed another deadly route, from the west coast of Africa to the Spanish Atlantic Territory of the Canary Islands. Although the official death rate is relatively low, there is growing concern that the number of undocumented deaths at this extremely dangerous border crossing may be many times higher. Sam Jones A report from Gran Canaria.
Wildfires caused by extreme weather continued to burn in many parts of the world this week. An important new report from hundreds of top scientists reveals the extent of our severe damage to the Earth’s climate. If we do not seize the slim opportunity to control global warming above 1.5C, disaster will be imminent.Environment editor Damian Carrington After analyzing the meaning of the IPCC report, on our opinion page, Patrick Vallance, the chief scientific adviser of the British government, clearly warned that only the complete transformation of our society can now stop the warming process.
British boarding schools such as Eaton College and Harrow College are well-known for cultivating global industrial leaders and leaders. But what are the emotional scars of such a young family separation? Author Richard Beard, who passed the system at about the same time as British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, explained why these institutions are the last place we should look for future leaders.
It would be great if you did this without checking your social media accounts or watching a football bear video. But if you have ever wondered why you are getting more and more distracted, Oliver BerkmanA long reading about the online “attention economy” and what we can do to combat it will most likely resonate with you.
