Volcanoes are erupting in The Philippines, but on-fire Australia received some welcome rain. The Iran war cries have been called off and The Donald’s military powers are about to be hamstrung by the Senate. Meanwhile, his impeachment trial is starting, and we’re all on Twitter for a front-row seat.
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09/01/2022
Why beavers matter as the planet heats up
As the climate crisis continues to worsen, newer studies are finding that beavers play a vital role in dampening its effects, especially in areas prone to fire, drought, and even heat waves.
07/14/2022
The world is getting better. That doesn’t mean it’s good enough.
A Q&A with development economist Charles Kenny.
05/04/2022
A better solution to America’s big hurricane problem
Coral reefs can protect coastal cities from deadly floods, if only we keep them alive.
04/19/2022
Clean energy is buried at the bottom of abandoned oil wells
The US is spending millions to explore a surprising source of untapped power.
03/06/2022
How war became a crime
Putin is violating a surprisingly powerful international law, and other nations are punishing him accordingly.
03/08/2022
Why some Republicans are turning against the death penalty
A new — and surprising — bipartisan coalition is taking shape around one of the country’s most controversial issues.
03/09/2022
California wants to use electric cars to back up the power grid
A collaboration between GM and PG&E will test-drive powering homes with EV batteries during blackouts.
02/19/2022
What the world got right during the Covid-19 pandemic
A new report finds that, for all its flaws, the Covid-19 vaccination rollout has been a historic win for humanity.
01/26/2022
Why more Americans than ever are starting their own businesses
Workers are quitting their jobs to become their own bosses.
01/25/2022
How you can get free N95 masks from the US government
You’ll soon be able to get free N95 respirator masks from your local pharmacy or community health center.
01/17/2022
How to sponsor an Afghan refugee family
Americans have an incredible new opportunity to do good. The Biden administration has begun allowing private citizens to sponsor Afghan refugees looking to start a new life in the US.
01/13/2022