The Power of Knowing: World Alzheimer’s Day 2026
Every September, the world observes World Alzheimer’s Day, a global moment to confront the condition that remains one of the…
AI could help scientists understand how we age
Understanding how we age is one of the challenges researchers face when looking for ways to prevent or treat age-related…
Can AI Help Us Spot the Next Disease Outbreak Earlier?
Many infectious diseases begin with a spillover: a pathogen circulating in animals finds its way into humans. Changes in land…
Does gender equality make companies more competitive?
This year, International Equal Pay Day on 18 September arrives with a new argument. On 9 September, at the high-level…
Can Cold Showers Really Improve Our Health?
Cold showers have become increasingly popular, often presented as a simple way to improve physical health, strengthen the immune system…
Democracy and Judaism
“It is the Jew who most fervently propagates the idea of democratic equality.” Taken out of context, this sentence could…
Science, Technology and Innovation for the Global South
Science, technology and innovation (STI) are essential for building a fairer and more sustainable world. For countries in the Global…
What If Technology Is Not the Problem?
When educational results decline, there is a strong temptation to find a culprit. In recent debates around the latest PISA…
Be Careful with Hot Drinks!
For many people, starting the day with a hot coffee or tea is a comforting daily ritual. But how hot…