Can we ditch dark energy by better understanding general relativity?
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Simulated universe: EAGLE collaboration, J Schaye et al 2015. MNRAS, CC BY-SA A renewed…
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June 2017
Here’s how India can become more integrated in global trade
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Global commerce has been changing since the late 20th century. Rather than trade finished…
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Cities rally around the Paris deal, a reminder that global problems can have local solutions
72 Views June 27, 2017 Be first to comment Luc Soete, Professorial Fellow, United Nations University
When President Donald Trump withdrew the United States from the Paris agreement, the landmark…
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How the Vietnamese cult of heroes promotes nationalism in politics
316 Views June 26, 2017 Be first to comment Thi Hong Ha Hoang
The Vietnamese government is trying to pass a new law on religion that will…
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Yes, microlending reduces extreme poverty
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A small boost in microlending to the developing world could lift more than 10.5…
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Redesigning the rust belt: an old German steel region gets a mindful modern makeover
259 Views June 23, 2017 Be first to comment Christa Reicher
Phoenix Lake, Dortmund's coolest new quarter, was once an abanonded steel mill surrounded by…
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Wonder Woman: feminist icon or symbol of oppression?
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The Lebanese government banned Wonder Woman just hours before its scheduled domestic release. It’s…
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feminist icon or symbol of oppression?
390 Views June 23, 2017 Be first to comment Lina Abirafeh
It’s been a busy – and controversial – year for Wonder Woman. In October…
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African-American Music Appreciation Month: 5 essential reads
91 Views June 23, 2017 Be first to comment Nick Lehr, Arts + Culture Editor
Michael Jackson sings during the opening performance of a 13-city U.S. tour in 1988.…
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African-American Music Appreciation Month: 5 essential reads
258 Views June 23, 2017 Be first to comment Nick Lehr
Michael Jackson sings during the opening performance of a 13-city U.S. tour in 1988.…