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Higher, faster, further: how much longer can growth continue given our limited resources? Economist Tim Jackson and investment manager Andrew Bosomworth discuss growth and its limits.
The increasing criticism of growth in industrialized nations is seen with skepticism by economists like James Shikwati. He says for countries like Kenya, sustainable growth is the only way to improve the life of the poor.
Supporters of the "degrowth" movement call for people to cut down on consumption and share instead of buy - for the sake of the planet. Critics say this would increase unemployment. MADE looks at the movement’s objectives.
Relatively few electrical appliances can be repaired. Many parts are glued or welded, or made otherwise inaccessible. Planned obsolescence on the part of manufacturers is widespread - something the "right to repair" movement is looking to change.
The school pupils protesting for climate change around the world have now been joined by entrepreneurs in Germany. A group of 4,000+ startup owners are calling for a new approach to industry and production.
Once a half-forgotten Portuguese colony, Macau is now the second richest place on earth - and the biggest gambling hub in the world. But those riches come at a price.
People who are good with emojis have more sex, but hold your emoji horses before trying to do the same. Also, winning coaches use negative language – and talking violence at the world's biggest video game event.
Brazilians love it, so do their Spanish neighbors, and Portugal is also a popular holiday destination for international travelers. Spectacular nature, centuries-old culture and good wine in the south of Europe.
When the Tambora volcano erupted in Indonesia some 200 years ago, around 100,000 people perished. But the disaster was not over. The eruption’s ash cloud would cause crop failures, epidemics and civil disturbances across the northern hemisphere.
In an interview with DW Germany's Defense Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer advocated for the establishment of an internationally controlled security zone in Syria in cooperation with European partners, as well as Turkey and Russia.
The travel guide Lonely Planet has picked Germany's former capital Bonn among its top 10 cities to visit in 2020. Austria's second city Salzburg topped the list, ahead of Washington DC, Cairo and Galway.
Exxon fraud trial over climate change costs proceeds - Japan's Uniqlo pulls ad after South Korean fury - More South Africans seek to leave the country
Tractors have descended on Germany's urban areas, bringing traffic to a standstill. Farmers are angry about government policies to limit nitrate runoff from fields and boost nature conservation.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan meets with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin for talks on northern Syria that could decide the fate of Syria’s Kurds in the wake of Turkey’s offensive.
The IMF expects Venezuela's inflation rate to hit a mind-boggling 200,000% this year. Nicolas Maduro's government is struggling to cope. As ever, the real challenges are faced by its people.
Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau wins a second term by a slim margin but loses his majority in government. He will have to form a coalition with a minority government.
The head of the Association of Women Entrepreneurs in Germany, Claudia Grosse-Leege, tells DW, that more and more women hold leadership positions globally, but Germany is making only small progress.
DW brings you the top international news stories in brief
Arash Hampay, an Iranian asylum-seeker, was called a "monkey" by a Greek politician for challenging far-right groups that oppose his voluntary work for other migrants. Although the politician has been expelled by his party, Hampay faces continuous threats.
Champions League play returns with Bayern Munich travelling to Greece to play Olympiakos.
A series of centuries-old ceremonies at the Imperial Palace have heralded the reign of Japan's 126th emperor, Naruhito.
For the first time since democracy in 1994 more black South Africans than whites are seeking to emigrate numbers as growth stutters and unemployment spikes in Africa’s most developed economy.
Tiger Woods has returned to action after knee surgery, playing at a charity event in Japan. He’ll bid for a 16th major title next year.
Ohio counties settle opioid lawsuit - Women leaders in more public & private positions - The rise of delivery-only restaurants
