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.
Author: Molly Bergen
10/19/2021
On a Pacific Island, Russia Tests Its Battle Plan for Climate Change
President Vladimir V. Putin long dismissed the threat posed by global warming. But fires, disasters and foreign pressure have prompted him to change course.
10/19/2021
The Technopolar Moment: How Digital Powers Will Reshape the Global Order
After rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol on January 6, some of the United States’ most powerful institutions sprang into action to punish the leaders of the failed insurrection. But they weren’t the ones you might expect.
10/08/2021
Vaccines, masks? Japan puzzling over sudden virus success
Almost overnight, Japan has become a stunning, and somewhat mysterious, coronavirus success story.
10/18/2021
Best Credit in Years Opens Americans’ Path to Big Life Decisions
U.S. household balance sheets are in their best shape in years, giving Americans greater capacity to propel consumer spending and, in some cases, to make life-altering decisions.
10/18/2021
These homeowners volunteer their backyards for tiny housing for homeless neighbors
The Seattle program, called Block Project, has housed 12 people in private backyards—and plans to grow.
10/19/2021
Are you ready for some volleyball? A new women’s pro league hopes the answer is yes
U.S. women's volleyball is second to none, sitting atop the world rankings. The game is thriving from the youth level up to the Olympics. But every year, the top U.S. women head to international leagues after college.
10/16/2021
This NASA spacecraft is on its way to Jupiter’s mysterious asteroid swarms
NASA’s Lucy spacecraft, named for an early human ancestor whose skeleton provided insights into our species’ muddled origins, has begun the first leg of its 12-year journey to help us better understand our solar system's ancient origins.
10/15/2021
‘Community Ownership’ Might Be the Best Way to Fight Deforestation
When forests are managed by the people who live in them, conservation tends to follow.
10/06/2021
Norway to hit 100 per cent electric vehicle sales early next year
Analysis shows the last new petrol or diesel car sold in Norway will come as early as April, 2022 – three years ahead of the government's target.
10/15/2021
Hindu priestesses fight the patriarchy, one Indian wedding at a time
When Sharmistha Chaudhuri decided to get married in her native India, she faced a dilemma.
10/13/2021