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Human Rights
Nelson Mandela Day: Understanding how far we have to go an equal future
To mark Nelson Mandela Day, two experts from the World Bank examine past research to build an inclusive society through the lens of social identities.
COVID-19
10 ways to ensure equal learning for all post-COVID
COVID-19 has impacted on learning. Jaime Saavedra, head of Education Global Practice at the World Bank Group, outlines 10 areas to focus on to ensure children do not fall behind.
Sustainable Development
How maps can help guide us to a better future
From life expectancy to climate change, maps show human progress and highlight where inequalities still exist. Here's how we can use what they teach us.
COVID-19
Commitment to Life
Climate change, sustainability, and human values: how companies should rebuild better after the pandemic.
Arts and Culture
Ode to Beethoven: why we must find joy in times of crisis
The conductor Marin Alsop on the messages of creativity and resilience in Symphony No. 9, which culminates in the Ode to Joy.
Ageing and Longevity
This tiny nation is showing the world how technology can make a huge difference to the elderly
Technology is key to providing effective care for our increasingly older population, allowing people to live longer - healthily and happily.
Fourth Industrial Revolution
Why we need to redefine trust for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Trust – in our leaders, institutions and systems - is in decline. How can we restore it to meet the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
Artificial Intelligence
The 8 pieces of digital DNA we need to thrive in the AI age
Individuals need to embrace a new form of human intelligence – digital intelligence (DQ) – that enables individuals to effectively utilize technology for the benefits of themselves, other...
Innovation
Light-up tattoos use electronics printed right onto skin
This new technique is delicate enough for human skin, which could enable technologies such as high-adhesion, embedded electronic tattoos, and bandages tricked out with patient-specific bi...
Human Enhancement
What this Greek philosopher teaches us about living in the modern world
The two philosophies of ancient times - Stoicism and Epicurean - have been reduced to competing attitudes about comfort and pleasure, but both have a say when it comes to the pursuit of h...
Precision Medicine
Nerve transfers can restore hand motion after spine injuries
People suffering from tetraplegia now have hope of regaining function in their limbs, after successful research into nerve transfers.
Neuroscience
Does upgrading our minds mean losing the spark of genius?
More and more genetic hacks exist to increase our cognitive abilities. But could eliminating all mental illnesses rob us of vital neurodiversity?
Mental Health
A sense of purpose could prolong your life
A sense of purpose could have health benefits, a new study shows.
Biotechnology
Security and the genetics revolution – why governments worldwide need to talk about regulation
The genetics revolution is already here and will affect us all; but too little is being done to ensure its benefits are optimized, argues Jamie Metzl of the Atlantic Council
Values
These seven moral rules unite human beings, according to research
We may be a tribal species but this Oxford University anthropology researcher proved that we are more similar that we think.