Britons have long valued pubs and bars for their sense of community, a place where regulars can see mates, have a beer, and catch up. But during social isolation, this isn't possible. BrewDog's virtual pub is looking to recreate this sense of connection and help people maintain normality.

To promote the launch of The IKEA Sleep Hub, the Swedish furniture store has released an advert that depicts party-goers heading to a nightclub to get a good night's sleep. Britons rank highly as some of the world's worst sleepers, but are switching on to the myriad health benefits of switching off.

With the COVID-19 pandemic causing people to stay at home out of a sense of public responsibility, artists are having to cancel shows worldwide. How are live-streaming platforms filling the void, and could digital behaviours during the crisis create long-term changes in how people consume music?

As the COVID-19 pandemic restricts people’s movement, domestic habits are being shaken up to stave off boredom and maintain social ties. Canvas8 spoke to 18 people from around the world to understand how they’re spending their time in self-isolation and what new routines they’ve established.