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.
Tag: Coronavirus
04/06/2021
Progress in Five Minutes: Slashing Child Poverty in Half
Though not as flashy as the $1,400 cash payment, the expansion of the Child Tax Credit could be a real game changer that significantly reduces child poverty in America.
04/06/2021
Miracle in Mainz
In an otherwise bleak news landscape, a wonderful scientific transformation is underway that will extend lifespans and improve the quality of life on Earth. Diane Francis explains all things mRNA.
04/06/2021
Making Remote-first Work
A conversation with Quora CEO Adam D’Angelo about the company's commitment to remote-first work—both during and after the pandemic.
04/03/2021
Lessons From A Pandemic
Dr. Leana Wen is fighting on the frontlines of the pandemic. She's not only taking on Covid-19, but also the rampant disinformation and political flip-flopping that turned a manageable threat into one of the worst crises in American history.
04/02/2021
How the Pandemic Has Made the Creative Class Feel Free
Hardcore business travelers have no intention of going back to the old ways. The workers who cater to their needs don’t have as many choices.
04/01/2021
Are We Much Too Timid in the Way We Fight Covid-19?
The debate among doctors, epidemiologists and economists is still going strong.
03/29/2021
How mRNA Technology Could Change the World
mRNA’s story likely will not end with COVID-19: Its potential stretches far beyond this pandemic.
03/31/2021
Internally rearranged
A plea for reverence for what we have all endured
03/30/2021
As Covid-19 Vaccinations Ramp Up, Hesitancy Wanes
Survey shows decline in reluctance, driven by increasing willingness in Southern states and more broadly among Black Americans
03/26/2021
A user’s guide: How to talk to those hesitant about the Covid-19 vaccine
03/30/2021
World leaders call for an international treaty to combat future pandemics.
The article argues that an international understanding similar to the one that followed World War II and that led to the United Nations is needed to build cross-border cooperation before the next global health crisis upends economies and lives.
03/29/2021