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How the care industry came to rely on migrant workers
The Explainer Government crackdown on recruiting workers abroad risks deepening care sector crisis, industry leaders warn
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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Grocery stores under fire for overcharging allegations during cost of living crisis
The Explainer A recent investigation has put the spotlight on Kroger, but it is not the only chain being pinpointed
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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How did Kashmir end up largely under Indian control?
The Explainer The bloody and intractable issue of Kashmir has flared up once again
By The Week UK Published
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How can you find a financial adviser you trust?
the explainer Four ways to detect professionals who will act in your best interest
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Have the Rockies Reached a Breaking Point?
the explainer Baseball's most aimless franchise takes aim at a record set just last year
By David Faris Published
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The history of animal metaphors in propaganda
The Explainer Rats, snakes and cockroaches among the imagery used to dehumanise political enemies and minority groups
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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'Forever': Judy Blume's controversial novel gets a modern adaptation
The Explainer The Netflix series gives the 1975 novel all the trappings of modern teen life
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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What are the different types of nuclear weapons?
The Explainer Speculation mounts that post-war taboo on nuclear weapons could soon be shattered by use of 'battlefield' missiles
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Why Rikers Island will no longer be under New York City's control
The Explainer A 'remediation manager' has been appointed to run the infamous jail
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Could the 'zombie fungus' from 'The Last of Us' exist in real life?
The Explainer Climate change is increasing fungal infections
By Devika Rao, The Week US Last updated
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What is the Federal Reserve and what does it do?
The explainer The decisions made by the United States' central banking system have very real economic effects
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Kim Kardashian and the trial of the 'Grandpa Robbers'
The Explainer Reality star testified for close to five hours about night of 'terror' in Paris hotel room
By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Last updated
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Do smartphone bans in schools work?
The Explainer Trials in UK, New Zealand, France and the US found prohibition may be only part of the solution
By The Week UK Published
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Why are white South Africans emigrating?
The Explainer As the US welcomes Afrikaner refugees, the general exodus of South Africa's white population continues to grow
By The Week UK Published
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UK-India trade deal: how the social security arrangements will work
The Explainer A National Insurance exemption in the UK-India trade deal is causing concern but should British workers worry?
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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