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There is a corruption at the heart of American politics, caused by the dependence of Congressional candidates on funding from the ti...

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A skyrocketing demand for food means that agriculture has become the largest driver of climate change, biodiversity loss and environ...

In the 20th century we added an unprecedented number of years to our lifespans, but is the quality of life as good? Surprisingly, ye...

At TEDxCambridge, Michael Norton shares fascinating research on how money can, indeed buy happiness — when you don’t spe...

You use paper towels to dry your hands every day, but chances are, you’re doing it wrong. In this enlightening and funny short...