The Fight Against World Hunger Is Going In The Wrong Direction
A U.N. report shows that the number of people around the world who aren't getting enough to eat has been increasing by millions since 2014.
Global Health
For Many In Venezuela, Social Media Is A Matter Of Life And Death
When it comes to social media, many Venezuelans choose to self-censor. But for others, social media can be a lifeline. One pharmacist uses Twitter to help people find scarce medicines.
For Karachi's Water Mafia, Stolen H2O Is A 'Lucrative Business'
In Pakistan's port city, gangs siphon off water from government pipes and resell it to residents. Surprisingly, the municipal water board is now partnering with the mafia to distribute it.
A Scientist Dreams Up A Plan To Stop The Sahara From Expanding
It involves a super solar farm the size of the United States.
Where Are The Most Viruses In An Airport? Hint: It's Probably Not The Toilet
Scientists looked for respiratory viruses on surfaces throughout an international airport.
A Staggering Number Of Young Teens Face Bullies And Violence In School
A report from UNICEF looks at how 13-to-15 year-olds are affected by all kinds of school-related violence, from gang attacks to sexual assaults to corporal punishment by teachers.
What Kills 5 Million People A Year? It's Not Just Disease
A new study tallies up the toll taken by poor quality medical care.
Whatever Happened To... The Millennials Who Started A School For Boko Haram Escapees?
The two young Nigerians have learned a lesson about teaching kids at a camp for displaced persons: Leave it to the experts!
Her Father Gave Her The Courage To Speak Out Against 'Honor Killings'
Khalida Brohi grew up in tribal Pakistan, where her 14-year-old cousin was murdered by an uncle after she refused an arranged marriage. Her new memoir is I Should Have Honor.
Goat Yoga Is 'Preposterous,' Says Goat Yoga Teacher. It's Also ... Terrific!
I'm not kidding! It is just plain fun to do yoga while curious little goats nibble and nuzzle.