In humanitarian emergencies, communication is crucial

After dramatic social-spending cuts, it does not make much sense to speak of a European social model anymore

What impression European welfare states made on the leaders of former colonies

The EU is currently not a convincing model of supranational policymaking, but it can – and should – become one

The examples of the bitter melon and spiderplant show how valuable neglected edible plants are

Malnutrition would decline if people ate a greater variety of plants

Digital platforms can act as matchmakers for social entrepreneurs and investors

The European Union has global relevance

What if Scottish nationalists lead their country back into the EU eventually?

It is not obvious that Irish peace can survive the UK’s exit from the EU