Economists often warn of the consequences of a recession; companies go bankrupt, and jobs are lost. But in forcing weaker firms out of business, a recession can leave more room for growth and recovery.

Political pressure at home and strict COVID-19 policies have caused many companies working in China to rethink how they do business. Is it still worth investing in the country? An interview with China expert Jacob Gunter.

Wind energy and Europe's largest steel mill have a problem. The mill uses a lot of gas to forge steel rings for wind turbines. But gas prices are rising, and Russia turning off the taps could force the plant into emergency operation – or worse.

Mountains of grain are stuck at the Polish-Ukrainian border: wheat that’s needed in Europe, Africa and Asia. But transport over land by truck or train is complicated and time-consuming – and drives up the price.

Online it’s getting harder than ever to distinguish between what’s real and what’s fake. The software is increasingly sophisticated and more widely available. How serious a threat do deepfakes pose to democracy and society?

It's been more than 100 years since the Bauhaus art school was founded. A number of products designed by its teachers and students are still being made. Officially under license, but also in unauthorized copies. And that can lead to lawsuits.

It’s easy to spread fake news and it’s easy to make money with it. But the damage it does is considerable – it can make share prices fall and destroy reputations. How does it work and how much does it cost the global economy?

Lab-grown diamonds are taking some of the shine off the billion-dollar diamond business. Man-made diamonds are cheaper and more sustainable, and the technology used to produce them could also lead to innovations in other sectors.

Staying in fancy hotels, gracing the front row at fashion shows, dining in hip restaurants – and posting it all on Instagram. The global pandemic has put a stop to the glamorous lives of influencers and left them trapped at home. How are they coping?

How does the internet work from space? Could every far-flung corner of the Earth actually receive internet from satellites? How fast is satellite internet? What are the disadvantages and is it good for the environment?