Viewpoints Explained: Afghanistan, Four Years On: What’s Left For Women Under Taliban Rule?
As individual rights and economic prosperity continue to erode, many Afghans are living in a homeland that no longer feels like home.
Harvard University Vs. President Donald Trump: Inside The Upheaval In Higher Education
We look at how one of the country’s top schools became a political flashpoint—and what’s at stake beyond the Ivy League.
Viewpoints Explained: Inside The Conclave: The Hidden Rules Of Electing A Pope
From handwritten ballots to color-coded smoke, the conclave operates under centuries of storied tradition.
The Polyester Trap: How Fashion Became Disposable
Author and fashion expert Sofi Thanhauser unravels how the industry traded craftsmanship and quality for maximum profits.
Politics, Violence & International Instability: The Domino Effects Of Climate Change
Our experts discuss what the future will look like on a global scale if we continue this path.
Part 2: Why Is Saudi Arabia All-In On Sports?
In part-two of this story, we cover the real reasons behind Saudi Arabia’s dramatic entry into several sports.
Part 1: Why Is Saudi Arabia All-In on Sports?
In part one of this two-part story, we cover the history of sport in Saudi Arabia and some of the explanations behind why the country is so focused on becoming a global sports hub.
Attribution Science 101: Helping Us See The Real-World Impacts Of Climate Change
We speak with attribution science expert Andrew Pershing about the field’s evolution and current focuses.
Viewpoints Explained: The Taliban Reaffirms Its Use Of Stoning
We cover this medieval practice and how women in Afghanistan are being specifically targeted by the Taliban.
Viewpoints Explained: What’s Happening In Haiti?
We cover the unfolding chaos in the capital city and why the future looks uncertain for this Caribbean country.
Why Does Russia Continue To Get Away With The Wide-Scale Doping Of Its Athletes?
There are still many lingering questions about the efficacy of anti-doping tests and if the Olympics will once again be plagued by athletes who are retroactively banned.
Viewpoints Explained: Why Tens Of Thousands Of Voters Are Checking This Box
We cover this growing movement at the polls this year as several states hold election year primaries and caucuses.
What Lies Ahead: A Climate Calamity For Developing Countries
We speak with anthropologist and climate policy expert Naveeda Khan about the U.N. Climate Change Conference that took place this year and how smaller, developing countries are stepping up and demanding change.
Viewpoints Explained: A Russian Figure Skater Disqualified & A New Precedent Set
We cover figure skater Kamila Valieva's disqualification & why this sentence sends a message to all countries competing in this year’s Olympics.
Why Mexico Is At A Critical Political Junction
We cover Mexico’s ongoing struggle to maintain a fair and equal democracy and what’s at stake within the country and U.S.-Mexico relations.
Should Congress Enact Term Limits?
We speak with two experts about both sides of the argument and how the political landscape would change if stricter term limits were put in place.
Viewpoints Explained: China’s Deepening Economic Woes: What’s Fueling This Decline?
We talk about why Americans should care about this developing international economic news.
From Drug Trafficker To Informant: How Ex-Criminals Are Aiding Investigators
We also speak with Sgt. Ryan Wasson about the critical role informants play in aiding law enforcement, but why it’s important to avoid glorifying the work of people like Flores.
Looking Through a New Lens: The Largest & Most Powerful Telescope Ever Built
We speak with astronomer Jacob Bean about how this telescope will lead to greater discoveries – including the hunt extraterrestrial life.
Viewpoints Explained: The 36-Hour Rebellion Within Russia
Who is Yevgheny Prigozhin? We discuss the short-lived coup that’s now known as the biggest uprising in Vladimir Putin’s 23-year-reign.
The Many Causes of Supply Chain & Inflation Woes
We speak with longtime economist and banker, James Rickards about the factors feeding into these rising costs and supply chain woes.
The Fight To Survive on the Brink of Extinction
Scientists estimate that today’s extinction rate is hundreds, or even thousands, of times higher than the natural progression. It’s hard to quantify the exact number of species affected, but experts say it’s at least 10,000 species per year that go extinct. What’s driving this sped up process and how can humans help more species survive?
Supporting Refugee Resettlement
We speak with two experts about the refugee experience and just how difficult it can be to start a new life somewhere else.
The Future of Ethanol
Ethanol is a key additive in the gas that powers our cars and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. But with electric cars gaining popularity – how long will this massive ethanol market survive? How are producers making this process more environmentally friendly?
