Manus on Markets: US faces $100bn bill to transform Venezuela oil sector to ‘former glory’

From tariff turmoil and stock shocks to market meltdowns, the global financial system has never been in such flux.

Manus Cranny, The National's geo-economics editor, cuts through the noise and presents insights from the stories making headlines around the world.

Plastic tipping point

Plastic associations point to recycling and consumer behaviour for pollution

Woman with genetic disorder says single use plastics are 'vital' to her life

The biog

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Born: Abu Dhabi

Hobbies: Singing, music and socialising with friends

Favourite singer: Adele

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On Women's Day

Dr Nawal Al-Hosany: Why more women should be on the frontlines of climate action

Shelina Janmohamed: Why shouldn't a spouse be compensated fairly for housework?

Samar Elmnhrawy: How companies in the Middle East can catch up on gender equality

Justin Thomas: Challenge the notion that 'men are from Mars, women are from Venus'

Michael Young: Washington is starting to realise the limitations of its diplomatic power

Coronavirus: what the Spanish flu taught the world about how to respond to a pandemic