Eating alone used to be a sad affair. But thanks to Britons getting more comfortable with their own company and an uptick in solo-dining restaurants and single-serving cooking approaches, dining by yourself is now de rigueur. So how can brands tap into the food and drink ‘aloneness economy’?

Contrary to everyone's favourite Australian soap opera, research has found Aussies don't actually seem to need good neighbours. One-in-four Aussies have said they do not speak to theirs, as they hectic lifestyles mean they're more interested in spending their free time with friends and family.

Historically, Judaism has relied on its body of law to enforce social norms and perpetuate traditions. But as technology becomes ever more pervasive, can Jews from across the spectrum of observance figure out how to harness its power and reinforce their own versions of faith?

User confidence in social media giants has been plummeting in the wake of data privacy scandals and the rise of ‘fake news’. As a result, many are choosing to connect with like-minded individuals in micro-spaces that they believe can offer better security and a sense of community.