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Above, not beyond

Cities used to sprawl. Now they’re growing taller

Large-scale high-rise development is becoming the norm across the world

Rent and the City

Our Carrie Bradshaw index: where Americans can afford to live solo in 2024

Compared with last year, rent on basic apartments looks more affordable

Gold rush

As usual, the medal tally at the Olympic games was lopsided

But overall more countries are tasting sporting glory

City rankings

What is the least liveable city in the world?

It has ranked at the bottom of the EIU index for 11 years

The “Trump risk index”

Which countries would be most affected by a second Trump term?

A ranking of America’s 70 largest trading partners

Feel the heat

Why 2024 could become the hottest year on record

Global temperatures reach record highs twice in less than a week

Boom-tastic

Donald Trump is now the oldest candidate to run for president

But America’s issue with ageing politicians goes beyond the White House

Gold standard

Which country has the most Olympic medals?

One dominates. But a tiny island shows there are numerous ways to measure sporting prowess

Big spenders

Can America afford its debts?

Public debt stands at 98% of GDP. Neither Democrats nor Republicans are helping

Boom-tastic

American politicians are the oldest in the rich world

A country ranking shows that concerns about age go beyond Joe Biden and Donald Trump

Violent streak

The attempt on Trump’s life is shocking, but not surprising

Too many Americans think violence is justified to prevent him from becoming president