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The impact of global challenges such as climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic manifests most acutely in urban settings, rendering cities essential players on the global stage. 

With investment from governments, philanthropists, and the private sector, the world can halt the spread of pandemic-induced food insecurity.

President Jair Bolsonaro might be leaving office, but the country’s political trust issues are far from resolved.

The rise of remote work has had a dramatic impact on cities like Chicago, which must play to their strengths in order to compete in this new landscape.

Cities are embracing their role as international actors, but more resources are needed to fully realize the benefits of their global engagements.

An announcement made following the G7 Hiroshima Summit brings the group one step closer to a proposed “Economic Article 5.”

With the global infection rate increasing for the first time since April, some countries are pumping the brakes on ambitious recovery plans.

Our weekly roundup of the top news in food, agriculture, and global development.

Pattis Family Foundation Global Cities Book Award nominee Edward Glaeser examines the gaps in health care, education, and governance laid bare by the pandemic.

Our weekly roundup of the week's top news and research in food, agriculture, and global development.