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Khartoum’s burning tower: architects on the destruction of a city – and what it’ll take to rebuild

Khartoum’s burning tower: architects on the destruction of a city – and what it’ll take to rebuild: There has been a continued escalation in fighting between Sudan’s army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. The destruction of the capital Khartoum continues – physically, economically, socially and culturally – as buildings are bombarded and homes looted. …

City watchdog finds no evidence for recent political ‘debanking’ – but private banks have been picky for centuries

City watchdog finds no evidence for recent political ‘debanking’ – but private banks have been picky for centuries: Ex-politician Nigel Farage accused his bank of refusing his business because of his political views. Frank 2012/Shutterstock After a row over the closure of his bank account earlier this year, former politician Nigel Farage has hit out …

London is a major reason for the UK’s inequality problem. Unfortunately, City leaders don’t want to talk about it

London is a major reason for the UK’s inequality problem. Unfortunately, City leaders don’t want to talk about it: City leaders often appear reluctant to discuss London't role in growing levels of regional inequality. I.R.Stone/Shutterstock In recent years, there has been growing evidence that the UK economy is in poor shape. While the latest economic …

Cape Town taxi strike exposes a deeply unequal city – and the legacy of apartheid

Cape Town taxi strike exposes a deeply unequal city – and the legacy of apartheid: Cape Town in South Africa often tops international travel polls and was recently voted the best city in the world to travel to by readers of a UK newspaper. But the reality for many residents is a stark contrast. On …

How subtle forms of sexism in financial services led to recent City scandals – what research shows

How subtle forms of sexism in financial services led to recent City scandals – what research shows: William Perugini/Shutterstock When I first worked in the City of London, a few years out of university, a company-appointed “style consultant” suggested I would be taken more seriously as a female professional if I wore more make-up and …