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How an African energy revolution could save ALL of us.
There is a quiet revolution happening across the vast content of Africa. Imports of solar PV panels jumped 60% in the 12 months to June 2025. Millions of microgrids and individual solar installations are now driving the electrification of just … Continue reading
China’s Lessons for the Future of Humanity, according to Alan Macfarlane
[…] What has China taught one of Britain’s leading anthropologists? Distinguished anthropologist and historian Alan Macfarlane reflects on civilizations, AI, and what individuals can do in a rapidly changing world. […]
Why Chinese words didn’t “exist” until the 20th century
[…] It may sound crazy, but the concept of “word” is very new to Chinese speakers – in fact, even today, Chinese people don’t exactly agree on what is or isn’t a “word.” [Timeline] [00:00] What’s an English word [01:19] … Continue reading