Pharmacies run out of medicine and schools move classes online

Donors face a massive co-ordination problem in rebuilding the country and must start addressing it now

Focus turns to economic risks of loss of plant and animal life that experts estimate could affect up to half of global GDP

Portable diesel generators are relatively small, and would be harder for Russia to locate and attack than fixed infrastructure

Leading figures in digital technology, green industries and life sciences will join Sir Patrick Vallance in review of EU regulation

Head of Pioneer hits back at White House claims that companies are ‘un-American’ for opposing output increases

Gulf state has been able to shrug off a series of controversies as the sporting action took over

Dual-class shares are ensuring founder families can control companies indefinitely

Interior minister Gérald Darmanin wants treaty between Britain and EU to establish legal entry routes

Upcoming walkout by passport control officials intensifies fears over flight disruptions

Academics urge universities to develop new forms of assessment after launch of program that imitates essay-writing

Christmas has always been a distracting time but this year has been worse

Parents and charities fear ownership by leveraged companies could make childcare even more expensive

Supporters say Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition will reshape and strengthen the country. Critics fear it might tear at the fabric of the state

New US legislation forces companies to show pay ranges on job postings. It’s good news for applicants, but being open can raise other issues

‘Closed loop’ system to protect employees and production likely to be overwhelmed

Government demands efficiencies as ticket sales struggle to return to pre-pandemic levels

Bring some sparkle to the party

Most of the game’s greats marry brilliance and persona, but Argentina’s talisman ruthlessly pursued individual records

Investors hope more lab-grown food will enter potentially lucrative market after US safety approval

Jeremy Hunt wants to keep the cost of the assistance down given the tight squeeze on public finances

Completion of specialised ship marks crucial point in the country’s plan to end reliance on Russian energy

Inside the final issue of 2022

The new coalition led by Giorgia Meloni is standing firm on Ukraine but showing no obvious taste for overdue economic reforms

Financial risks and opportunities in placing an economic value on plants and animals draw money managers

There are plenty of histrionics as children compete over an inheritance, but also urgent observations on race

Plus, a mortal wound for the European Super League zombie, Hollywood comes to the Premier League, and more.

A turbulent political year in Westminster with scandals, three PMs, economic turmoil and geopolitics to grapple with

A turbulent political year in Westminster with scandals, three PMs, economic turmoil and geopolitics to grapple with.

France’s most explosive player has been thrust into the sometimes chafing role of hero of the republic

The British jazz musician on harmony, heritage and being ‘a cat guy’

She documented high society galas and parties for years. What did the resulting images reveal?

Films that could spark a conversation about finance with your children

His theme to ‘The Snowman’ is a festive favourite, but he has more than 700 works to his name

Brussels’ planned levy faces criticism from US, China and African nations

Expensive security measures have been in place for years on the maritime border between France and the UK

Reductions in extra cash and workforce reflect drop in activity rather than external shocks

Our favourite articles, podcasts and video this week

This subtle, ageworthy white is best served chilled…preferably on the slopes

Benefits of lucrative ‘green steel’ must be balanced against mine’s impact on traditional herders

Evelyn Waugh saga shows how the physical reality of famous authors’ houses lends itself to their words

Industrial action will cost London pubs and restaurants about £800mn, according to UKHospitality

Expansion plans come after Qatar’s former prime minister increased his stake to 50% in hospitality empire

Investors approached to purchase stock at $54.20 buyout price as social media company bleeds cash

Energy gain breakthrough has raised hopes for a technology long seen as decades from reality

Ministers are making noises about wage increases to jump-start the economy and higher taxes to fund defence spending

Religion in England is increasingly being propped up by immigrants and their descendants

Any regulation needs to look at what tangible economic benefits the industry actually offers