What Does the Pendemic Do to Children?

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Games such as tag, known in some parts of the world as tip or tips, have been favorites through generations. But when pandemic struck, playgrounds emptied and children spent more time on line. Now that many schools are open again, it seems old games like hobscotch are not only still popular, they have been re imagined for covet era.

After failing to take Ukraine’s second city, Russian forces continue to pummel it with air, artillery and missile strikes. We speak again with an increasingly despondent Kharkiv native. Many schoolyard games have deep histories, conveying culture down the generations; these days they are adapting to the pandemic era. And the revival of Mexico’s murals with a purpose. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer