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Vancouver SUV attack exposes crowd management falldowns and casts a pall on Canada’s election
A car attack at a Filipino street festival in Vancouver just two days before Canada’s federal election has…
Conclave: How A New Pope Is Chosen
The passing of Pope Francis has triggered one of the oldest traditions in the Catholic Church: the conclave.…
Pope Francis has died, aged 88. These were his greatest reforms – and controversies
Pope Francis has died on Easter Monday, aged 88, the Vatican announced. The head of the Catholic Church…
What will happen at the funeral of Pope Francis
The 88-year-old pontiff had been well aware of his fragile state and advanced age. As early as 2015,…
How Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church’s foreign policy
When the late Pope Francis first stepped on to the balcony of Saint Peter’s Basilica following his election…
Francis − a pope who cared deeply for the poor and opened up the Catholic Church
Pope Francis, the Catholic Church’s first Latin American pontiff, has died, the Vatican announced on April 21, 2025.…
Pope Francis dies: an unconventional pontiff who sought to modernise Catholicism
From the moment of his election in 2013, Jorge Mario Bergoglio, the man who became Pope Francis, proved…
Pope Francis has died on Easter Monday aged 88
Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in…
Jimmy Carter was a president whose reputation in foreign policy only grew after he left office
In December 1978, Jimmy Carter – who has died aged 100 – outlined his belief that American strategic…
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter Passes Away at 100
ATLANTA — Jimmy Carter, 39th president of the United States and winner of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize, died…
Helping students bring about decarbonization, from benchtop to global energy marketplace
Professor Jessika Trancik’s course helps students understand energy levers for addressing climate change at the macro and micro…
Response to CEO killing reveals antipathy toward health insurers − but entire patchwork system is to blame for ill feeling
The killing of a UnitedHealthcare executive has prompted a closer look at the health insurance industry. AP Photo/Jim…
Building a Stable Future for Your Family
Creating a secure financial future for your family is one of the most important responsibilities you’ll undertake. While…
A Uniquely American Democracy Is The Winner
Win or lose, American voters can take solace in the fact that democracy won. In an era where…
How Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Are Shaping Neonatal Care
Neonatal care has undergone significant transformation in recent years, largely due to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and…
How to Identify Potential Scammers and Catfishers on Dating Apps
Attempts to move conversations off the dating app quickly are a common tactic of scammers. They may suggest…
They Used Physics To Find Patterns In Information
This year’s laureates used tools from physics to construct methods that helped lay the foundation for today’s powerful…
Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei dies after being set alight by ex-boyfriend
Rebecca Cheptegei, pictured running last year, came 44th in the marathon at the Paris Olympics. Credits: Alamy Olympic…
Evangelos Marinakis, Capital Maritime & Trading Corporation Founder
Evangelos Marinakis is a leading figure in the global shipping industry who has leveraged his position as a…
South Africa’s new pension rules: Australia, Chile and Singapore show how personal savings can grow the economy
Adrian Saville, University of Pretoria Up until now South Africans have been allowed to withdraw their entire pension…
Mpox outbreak in Africa was neglected – it could now turn into the next global pandemic
Wolfgang Preiser, Stellenbosch University; Cheryl Baxter, Stellenbosch University, and Jean Nachega, Stellenbosch University The mpox outbreak in Africa…
The Psychological Impacts of Long-Distance Romantic Relationships for Traveling Professionals
Introduction Long-distance relationships (LDRs) present unique challenges that often make them less resilient than traditional relationships. For traveling…
Empowering the next generation of scientists in Africa
The Future African Scientist organization was sparked by a connection between two students from different walks of life…
‘One inch from a potential civil war’ – near miss in Trump shooting is also a close call for American democracy
U.S. Secret Service agents help former President Donald Trump offstage during a rally on July 13, 2024, in…
Empowering Future Innovators Through A Social Impact Lens
The IDEAS Social Innovation Challenge helps students hone their entrepreneurship skills to create viable ventures for public good.…
Keir Starmer: What we know about Britain’s new prime minister and how he will lead
Mark Bennister, University of Lincoln and Ben Worthy, Birkbeck, University of London All prime ministers bring their own…
Cinch Home Buyers: Trailblazers in North Carolina Real Estate
Welcome to Cinch Home Buyers, where we simplify the purchasing and selling of properties to give each client…
Survival Tips For Pipe Fitters Working Away From Home
Pipe fitters will spend a lot of their time working on projects away from home. While this can…
What Is the Minimum Credit Score You Might Need for a Personal Loan
The minimum credit score needed to qualify for personal loans is 560 to 660 but credit score requirements…
This is the one skill we all need in the age of AI
There is no longer much doubt about the scale of the impact that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will have…
AI skills are becoming more important than job experience. Here’s how job seekers can adapt
AI aptitude could soon rival experience when choosing between job candidates. This is according to a new international…
What can employers do to combat STEM talent shortages?
A global shortage of workers with science, engineering, technology and mathematics (STEM) skills raises important questions: And most…
Migration is a global strategic asset. We must not undermine it
The evidence is clear. The long-term trend data speaks for itself: migration is a major driver of human…
The Potential & Perils of Freelancing Work & Practical Tips To Avoid Them
The rise of the gig economy has fueled the allure of freelancing. Ditch the cubicle, be your own…
Immigrant workers save aging economies but face financial struggles in their own senior years
Immigrants support the economy of aging societies in many ways. They pay into social pension programs, which finance…
End of Lee Era for Singapore as PM Steps Down
Singapore’s long-serving Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has stepped down, marking the end of a political era for…
Has Remote Work Changed How People Travel In The US?
A new study finds sustained pattern changes — with a lot of regional variation. Peter Dizikes | MIT…
AI vs. elections: 4 essential reads about the threat of high-tech deception in politics
Like it or not, AI is already playing a role in the 2024 presidential election. kirstypargeter/iStock via Getty…
A 12-Point Guide To Navigating Stress in the Modern World
Does it feel like the world has gone completely uncontrollable lately? As our modern lives become increasingly filled…
The Super Bowl Gets The Vegas Treatment, With 1 In 4 American Adults Expected To Gamble On The Big Game
Billions of dollars are being bet on the matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs.…
How Taylor Swift Unexpectedly Brought Fathers and Daughters Together Through Football
Inside are many long-assumed truths about fathers and daughters: that their interests inherently differ, conversations inevitably drift as…
Love Him or Hate Him, Trump’s Unavoidable and Dangerous Appeal Persists Towards 2024
In the tumultuous panorama of American politics, Donald J. Trump stands as a figure who, regardless of where…
How AI In Healthcare Could Bridge A Significant Capacity Gap
Our populations’ future health will dramatically change in high-, middle- and low-income countries. Impacts on healthcare from a rapidly…
How We Can Identify Climate-Vulnerable Neighbourhoods And Protect Inhabitants
The Netherlands is working to protect its climate-vulnerable neighbourhoods It is not the disaster of large floods, but…
Our Lifestyles Are Making Us Sick: How Food-Is-Medicine Can Help
The concept of “Food is Medicine” (FIM) dates back to antiquity, with the writings of Hippocrates emphasizing the…
Farmers In India Are Using AI For Agriculture – Here’s How They Could Inspire The World
Krishna, a smallholding farmer, diligently cultivates his half-hectare plot in Telangana, India, every day. For this, he earns…
Putting People At The Centre Of The Green Transition
Labour market disruptions, risks to the accessibility of products, and gaps in financing and capability impact fairness in…
Drug Resistance: Could Global Goals Be The Answer To This Worldwide Health Crisis?
When thinking about the top 10 global public health threats, your first thoughts might include viruses with pandemic…
The Rise Of Green-Collar Jobs – And 6 Other Predictions For 2024’s Labour Market
Balance is always a hot topic in January for New Year’s resolutions. Whether seeking to find more balance…
AI Meets Climate: MIT Energy And Climate Hack 2023
The Energy and Climate Hack presented opportunities for students and companies to collaborate and develop innovative solutions. Johnathon…