Charlie Wood

My Recent Work

FC Halifax Town •

Rochdale: Match Report - FC Halifax Town

The Shaymen hosted Rochdale at The Shay Stadium on Tuesday evening and appeared destined for defeat after falling 2–0 behind in the 85th minute. With time running out, it looked as though Town were set to suffer another disappointing loss. However, they refused to give in. Halifax pulled a goal back in the 87th minute to spark late hope, and deep into stoppage time Tommy Lavery struck a dramatic equaliser in the 92nd minute, sending the home fans into jubilation and snatching victory from the Da...
FC Halifax Town •

Anstey Nomads: Match Report - FC Halifax Town

FC Halifax Town booked their place in the 5th round of the FA Trophy with a 4-0 win over Anstey NomadsThe Nomads got the game underway at The Shay, looking to assert themselves early, but Will Smith and Shaun Hobson kept them at bay.The Shaymen went close to taking an early lead from the first corner of the match, which found its way to Will Harris. He tried to slot the ball home, but his effort was blocked by the Nomads’ defence.Anstey then threatened after a barrage of long balls, with one fin...
The Borgen Project •

The Portuguese Housing Crisis: Rising Rents and Solutions - The Borgen Project

In a 2025 survey, residents of Portugal were asked what they believed to be the country’s biggest issue. About 43.4% identified the housing crisis as the main problem, ranking it second to the health care system. The Portuguese housing crisis intensified in 2025. With soaring property prices and limited affordable housing, many residents find it increasingly difficult to feel secure in their current living situations.In early 2025, property prices in Portugal experienced a record annual increase...
The Borgen Project •

Innovative Ways CEPI is Fighting Lassa Fever - The Borgen Project

Lassa Fever is spread primarily through rodents, specifically Mastomys rats. The viral illness affects up to half a million people a year, with thousands of deaths reported each year. Despite its destructive impact on West Africa, there is still no licensed vaccine. To fight this, the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) is driving forward an ambitious strategy that combines science, partnerships and capacity building.
The Borgen Project •

How Political Turmoil Deepens Poverty in Thailand - The Borgen Project

Thailand is facing one of its toughest years in recent memory, as political crisis and economic stagnation combine to hurt the most vulnerable. The dismissal of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra in August 2025 has left the country in political limbo, disrupting budget plans and stalling welfare programs. As political turmoil deepens poverty in Thailand, low-income households are being forced to shoulder the brunt of rising costs, job insecurity and weakened safety nets.The World Bank has cut...