A new wave and second lockdown would be a bigger hit to wealth than a cautious return to work, but Donald Trump is refusing to listen

Coronavirus is depriving the former vice-president of a real campaign

Reopening states to boost the economy despite the scientific evidence will do more damage than good

What is striking about the coronavirus is how weak our rulers are

President’s son-in-law embodies everything that is wrong with America’s coronavirus response

Natarajan Chandrasekaran, Tata’s chief executive, forecasts a major shift to more flexible working arrangements

EU foreign ministers this week postponed a decision on whether to open membership negotiations with Albania and North Macedonia until October, prompting a warning from the two countries' leaders that the delay could strengthen the hand of nationalist forces. Gideon Rachmans discusses the EU's dilemma on the Balkans with Ben Hall and Valerie Hopkins.

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Martin Sandbu discusses the prospects that leaders attending this year's G20 summit in Osaka will be able to patch up their differences on trade and climate with Chris Giles and Leslie Hook.

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Gideon Rachman discusses the fraught process of selecting a new leadership team in Europe and the impact these choices will have on integration, Eastern Europe and the Brexit negotiations, with Jim Brunsden and Ben Hall

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Gideon Rachman discusses the crisis in Britain's relations with the US following the unscheduled departure of Kim Darroch as ambassador to Washington, with Ed Luce and Geoff Dyer.

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The judicial inquiry into alleged graft under the presidency of Jacob Zuma is laying bare the divisions of the ruling ANC. Gideon Rachman discusses Mr Zuma's testimony with Joseph Cotterill in Johannesburg and David Pilling, Africa editor.

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What are the factors Britain and its allies need to consider as they weigh their response to Iran's seizure of a British-flagged tanker in the Strait of Hormuz? Barney Jopson discusses the difficult waters Iran and the west must navigate to avoid a further escalation with Andrew England and Najmeh Bozorgmehr

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In this special episode from Hong Kong, Gideon Rachman talks to Regina Ip, a member of the territory's Executive Council and Legislative Council, and to student activist Joshua Wong about the continuing protests and what happens next.

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Life in Europe's coronavirus hotspots: Foreign affairs columnist Gideon Rachman discusses how the coronavirus epidemic has been handled in Italy and Spain with the local FT correspondents, Miles Johnson in Rome and Daniel Dombey in Madrid. How are citizens reacting to the lockdown and what will be the long-term political and economic impact?

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Simon Kuper on how a new generation of CEOs has a different approach to life at the top

Small changes promise big differences to female chefs mixing work and family life

More men are offering to become allies, but is the move always welcome?

The tetchy leader needs to understand that people never forget abuse of hierarchical power

Remote working has unearthed unexpected challenges — and surprises

When leaders take on more than one job, others will question their focus and commitment

Why workplace culture is a shock to new graduates. Plus: simple rules for managing your money; look more confident in front of colleagues; career plans v no plans; avoiding burnout from overwork; and getting ahead with a side hustle

Ingrained hierarchy and lack of recognition drive away young recruits

Business practices undergo seismic change with flexible policies becoming standard

Managers need to communicate and connect with staff, and convey they are all in the same boat

Start with clear goals, prune failures and build on what has worked in the past

Andrew Hill picks his favourites among the 230 notable titles longlisted since 2005 — Join the discussion

The pandemic will prompt new rules insisting on better margins for error and will embed more safety-first habits

In this FT series people share their stories of this extraordinary time

As the coronavirus pandemic presents the ultimate leadership test for chief executives, the FT provides insights into their successes and setbacks

Experienced and adaptable bosses are more effective than rigid commanders

With a £15,000 award, the competition aims to find the best proposal for a business book

Andrew Hill will be answering questions on Monday at 12pm and 5pm

With lockdowns fuelling anxiety among staff, should companies be investing in meditation training?

James Timpson has been planning how to operate his stores post-pandemic

A previously simple decision of whether to reopen an office is now freighted with mortal peril

Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

It is time to rethink whether such assessment really prepares us for life and work

The Evolution Garden takes visitors on a chronological walk through plant life, with some surprising associations

The Twickenham house and garden played a part in 18th-century life and literature

Whichford Pottery’s terracotta wares are as appreciated overseas for their English style as they are in the UK for their robustness

A book on the economics of gardening puts today’s spending into perspective

From hellebores to roses, our gardening expert selects the best for warmer winters

Reflections and revelations from a year of politics — direct from a spinney in the English countryside where the annual badger summit took place

Early magnolias, stress-tested dahlias and a supreme moment in Munich’s botanical garden

Here are choices to help you think outside the box (bush), avoid blight and encourage sustainability

Our gardening columnist offers guidance for making a practical, ethical and beautiful choice

Our gardens expert suggests some outstanding performers for summer blooms

Cotoneasters, a plant gardeners gravely underrate, have performed beautifully this mild ‘non-winter’

An exhibition at Tate explores grand, ornate houses and gardens à la Versailles

The surrealist art of Salvador Dalí is thought to embody all that is unnatural — but, in fact, the natural world is the wellspring of his work