El País – Planeta Futuro Archives

Tuberculosis was discovered late in the 19th century, with antibiotics introduced for its treatment halfway through the 20th. Now, treatment specifically for children is set to be rolled out. EURACTIV's partner El País - Planeta Futuro reports.

Seven Spanish politicians have met to discuss the positions of their respective parties in relation to the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals, ratified in September. EURACTIV's partner El País - Planeta Futuro reports.

Diabetes is on the rise, both in Europe and worldwide. In Nicaragua, 600,000 people, more than 12% of the population, are affected by the chronic disease. EURACTIV's partner El País - Planeta Futuro reports.

The Libyan crisis has not only forced Nigeriens to flee across the Mediterranean. Many have returned to their homeland, where they lament the passing of the Gaddafi era. EURACTIV's partner El País - Planeta Futuro reports. 

A new strategy to fight and eventually eradicate tuberculosis is expensive - but it may be the only way to tackle a disease that is becoming resistant to medication and killing the world's poorest. EURACTIV's partner El País - Planeta Futuro reports.

The Smart City World Congress provides a platform for innovators to meet with people who can implement their ideas. This year's edition is promoting projects that solve everyday problems. EURACTIV's partner El País - Planeta Futuro reports.

Liberia and Sierra Leone, two of the countries worst affected by the Ebola outbreak, are now virus-free according to the World Health Organisation. EURACTIV's partner El País - Planeta Futuro reports.

In the Mediterranean region, ecological and sustainable initiatives are being started by innovative individuals. It is hoped their business practices and efforts will trickle-down to society itself. EURACTIV's partner El País - Planeta Futuro reports.

UNICEF Spain has outlined its strategy to protect the rights of children worldwide, and to ensure that development aid is used effectively. EURACTIV’s partner El País – Planeta Futuro reports. 

The influx of refugees into Europe is put into perspective by Chad, a nation of 13 million that is playing host to 645,000 displaced persons. EURACTIV's partner El País - Planeta Futuro reports.

If poverty is to be fought and finally ended, then policy-makers need reliable and relevant data to combat it effectively. EURACTIV's partner El País - Planeta Futuro reports.

With the COP21 climate change conference on the horizon, scientific experts have warned that this is the international community's last chance to reach a long-term agreement. EURACTIV's partner El País - Planeta Futuro reports.

Spain’s ability to achieve the targets of the Sustainable Development Goals has been assessed by a recent report. EURACTIV’s partner El País – Planeta Futuro reports.