CRISPR: What is the future of gene editing? | Start Here
0 CRISPR allows scientists to perform surgery on our DNA. For people with genetic diseases it has transformed lives with corrections that aren’t passed on to others. But should the …
What happened after the Arab Spring? | Start Here
0 The Arab Spring got rid of autocrats and inspired millions. But ten years later people are wondering about the human cost. In Tunisia they managed to avoid war, bring …
Why does the US economy matter? | Start Here
In spite of the crisis caused by the pandemic, the US is still the biggest economy in the world. But its recovery has been described as the most unequal in …
Why is Trump worried about mail-voting? | Start Here
A US presidential election during a pandemic is unprecedented. So a lot of Americans plan to vote by mail to stay safe. But President Trump has attacked mail-in voting and …
Where are we with a coronavirus vaccine? | Start Here
As government lockdowns focus on limiting the spread of the coronavirus, scientists around the world are working on treating and protecting us. They have their work cut out. Vaccine and …
How do we limit the coronavirus outbreak? | Start Here
The coronavirus pandemic is testing the world. And health experts want everyone to help limit its spread. Self-isolation and social distancing are advised but what else do you need to …
Why is Trump’s Middle East plan so divisive? I Start Here
The Trump administration and Israel say their offer to the Palestinians is the best one yet. In fact they say it could be the last one they’ll ever offer Palestine. …
Who was Hosni Mubarak? | Start Here | EXTRA
Egypt’s former leader Hosni Mubarak has died at the age of 91. A hero to some, a despot to others, he was president of Egypt for almost 30 years but …
2020 The Democratic Race | Start Here
The US presidential election is coming up and both the Democratic and Republican parties are choosing their nominees. The incumbent, President Donald Trump, has his challengers. But he has always …
What is 5G? | Start Here
5G sounds promising. This new, super-fast internet connection will let us download an HD movie in seconds. Doctors will be able to perform remote surgery with virtually no lag time. …