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The Triumph of Injustice: How the Rich Dodge Taxes and How to Make Them Pay

A book that tackles a thorny situation head-on -- and comes up with some intriguing solutions.

Google publishes user location data to help governments tackle coronavirus

This is potentially an important tool in our struggle against COVID-19, but it also leads to a slippery slope

Coronavirus in New Zealand -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in New Zealand.

Coronavirus in the Netherlands -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in the Netherlands.

Coronavirus in Nigeria -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in Nigeria.

Coronavirus in Singapore -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in Singapore.

Coronavirus in Brazil -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in Brazil.

Countries with a TB vaccine seem to have fewer coronavirus deaths

It's a surprising correlation which might offer more insight into why some countries are less vulnerable to the disease.

Coronavirus in Australia -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in Australia.

Taiwan has valuable coronavirus lessons, but the World Health Organization continues to shun it

Political motivations should not overshadow a political crisis.

Lead pollution in Alpine ice reveals power struggle in Medieval Brittain

If you know how to look, the ice can tell some amazing stories.

Simple blood test can detect 50+ types of cancer before any symptoms even start

The coronavirus has all our attention now, but all the other problems in our society are still there.

Why researchers are confident that we'll (eventually) have a COVID-19 vaccine

It could be 12 months or even more, but we will have a vaccine.

Germany recruits migrant medics to battle coronavirus

Germany, like most other countries, is in dire need of qualified medical staff to fight COVID-19.

Coronavirus cases may have peaked in Italy and Spain after lockdown -- a simple data visualization

It's not smooth sailing, and it's not even entirely clear if the numbers will indeed go down. But it's the first encouraging sign.

Coronavirus disinformation: Twitter deletes videos from Brazil's president for violating public health

After Rudy Giuliani, Brazil's president Jair Bolsonaro becomes the latest high-ranking figure to have Tweets removed for misinformation.

These countries showed us how to stop coronavirus. But it's not easy

Early action, a clear plan, and transparency are common traits. But so is surveillance.

We need to start talking about coronavirus antibody tests

We're not testing enough as it is, but we need to talk about a new test.

Twitter temporarily bans Rudy Giuliani for coronavirus misinformation

Rudy Giulani enters the ranks of internet trolls banned for spreading COVID-19 disinformation.

Can face masks really protect against the coronavirus? Here's what the experts say

Masks are only useful if the disease is actively spreading in your community.

European Neanderthals feasted on fresh seafood, boosting their brain

It's not just Homo sapiens -- Neanderthals also had a deep relationship with the sea.

In space, at sea: quarantine advice from people who really understand isolation

As much of the world braces for what will be weeks or months of isolation, here are tip to help keep you healthy and sande.

How a football match doomed northern Italy to an accelerated outbreak

Atalanta beat Valencia 4-1 on February 19. But the consequences of that game go far beyond football.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus

He's not the first head of state to test positive, but he is the most prominent.

The US now has the most coronavirus cases in the world

The number of cases is even accelerating in the US.

How a free press might have avoided the global pandemic

Electronic censorship and authoritarianism might have been key elements that allowed COVID-19 to spread from China into the world.

The countries with the most confirmed coronavirus cases: a visualization

Data can never tell us the whole story. But it can give us some hints about how the world is doing at this moment.

Iceland's testing suggests 50% of COVID-19 cases are asymptomatic

The small nation might have an important lesson about the pandemic.

How to get started with birding

As we are writing this article, the coronavirus pandemic has spread dramatically throughout the world. We recommend staying home and avoiding travel if at all possible.

Myth busted: electric cars don't increase emissions

Electric cars are better than petrol cars in almost all the areas in the world.

Coronavirus in Africa is a ticking time bomb

Africa's fragile health system will undoubtedly be put under massive strain. But there are also positives.

Uncertainty can be reported without damaging trust -- and we need that more than ever

Now, more than ever, it's important to continue communicating science accurately -- even when there is uncertainty.

New coronavirus cases in Italy might be dropping

The situation is still very dire in Italy -- but for the first time in weeks, there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

The coronavirus economic downfall will affect those who can least afford it

As the world keeps one eye on the pandemic and the other on the economy, it's becoming increasingly clear vulnerable people will bear the brunt of the damage.

As the world rushes to find coronavirus cure, China tries to push traditional medicine

Now more than ever, we need evidence-based medicine.

Buildings grown by bacteria -- it's not as crazy as it sounds, and it's actively researched

Could the future's buildings be... alive?

WHO launches mega-trial of four of the most promising drugs against COVID-19

Four of the most promising treatments against COVID-19 are set to go through major clinical trials. It's a major, promising effort.

A plea from Italian doctors: to avoid disaster, treat more patients at home

The lessons from Italy are vital for the rest of the world, as we brace for an influx of COVID-19 infections.

Much worse than Italy: In the US, an absolute disaster is brewing

The world is looking at Italy's coronavirus outbreak as if it is the worst case scenario. It's not.

Coronavirus strategy: is the priority health or business?

Most governments have prioritized focusing on disturbing business as little as possible, delaying potentially crucial measures.

Half of Brits aren't social-distancing, survey shows

At a time where social distancing is more important then ever, it seems that many don't get the message.

A graphic timeline of Trump's statements on the coronavirus

This is a simple timeline of Donald Trump’s quotes imposed over the number of coronavirus cases in the US. This is not meant to serve as a comprehensive analysis of the government’s position. Data is gathered from press conferences and Twitter. It is very telling and visually striking that after downplaying the coronavirus risks for […]

A nuclear war is enough to destroy the world. Even a small one, study shows

Just in case you were wondering what else might be on the menu.

The coronavirus was not made in a lab, genetic study concludes

Can we focus on the important things now?

China's costly cover-up: Coronavirus cases might have been reduced by 95% with immediate action

If Chinese authorities had acted three weeks earlier than they did, the number of coronavirus cases could have been reduced by 95%.

Computer graphics pioneers win Turing Award

If you've enjoyed an animation film, you probably have these two researchers to thank.

Oxford scientists also develop rapid testing technology for COVID-19

Mass testing is essential for understanding and controlling the situation.

Influenza medicine produced in Japan works for coronavirus, some officials say

An influenza medicine developed by a Fujifilm Holdings company is reportedly effective against COVID-19.

This study predicted a coronavirus outbreak one year ago

As the world is waking up to the realization that the coronavirus is going global, a startling realization takes shape: we kinda saw it coming.

Singapore sends daily WhatsApp updates on the coronavirus

It's a simple but very effective communication tool.

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