Opinion

Spain may have won the FIFA 2026 Men’s World Cup outright, but there were arguably several winners, and losers, on and off the pitch.

In times of conflict, universities have a vital role to play in protecting higher education by supporting students, academics and institutions.

As we mark World Ocean Day, Dr Sian Henley, Reader in Marine Science at Edinburgh, discusses the efforts being made to preserve our oceans and the impact this can have on the environment.

Peter Mathieson on why Universities need to explain their impact more clearly if they are to rebuild public trust.

The newly released UN 2026 Human Development Report looks at how planetary pressures intersect with health, education, livelihoods, and well-being. Do COP 30 climate frameworks meaningfully support human development outcomes?

The United Nations' International Day for Biological Diversity 2026 theme is acting locally for global impact. Land-based climate action can help tackle global warming, but must also protect biodiversity, support food systems and reflect local values.

As we reflect on lessons learned from COP 30 and look to COP 31, we must consider whether current approaches enable systemic, coordinated climate action rather than fragmented initiatives.

International Mother Earth Day 2026, on April 22, marks the need for a shift to a more sustainable ecosystem - one that works for people and the planet.

This World Creativity and Innovation Day we must look at the role innovation plays in climate action and building a sustainable future.

This World Health Day we must focus on health system resilience as a way to manage climate impacts while improving system performance and preparedness.

What happens to gases that we cannot see? On World Zero Waste Day, we must focus on responsibly managing gas stored underground, which is essential for a credible low-waste, low-carbon system.