A Record Number of Members of the House Are Not Seeking Re-Election
Republican representatives make up more than half of those choosing to not seek re-election.
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Are Foreign-Influenced Social Media Campaigns Part of the New Political Playbook?
Foreign governments, taking a page from the Russian election playbook, have begun to realize the outsized impact subliminal social media campaigns can have on Americans. Have social media campaigns become the new lobbying de rigueur?
The Future of Health-Care Technology Is Already in Your Pocket
An app designed at Johns Hopkins is saving patients' lives—and the hospital thousands of dollars.
Viewfinder: Qatari-Owned Camels Stuck in Kuwait City
Camels belonging to Qatari owners are seen inside a truck next to the Shuwaikh Port in Kuwait City, Kuwait, on February 28th, 2018.
Firearms Injuries Decline During NRA Conventions
Researchers have found new evidence that, while guns make some people feel safer, they're actually dangerous to be around.
The Ramifications of Xi Jinping’s Removal of Presidential Term Limits
The Chinese president has cleared the way for a lifetime presidency, something his country has fought against since the reign of Mao Zedong.
The National Science Foundation Is Still Months Away From Finalizing Its Policy on Harassers—but It’s Enforcing the New Rules Anyway
Scientists found to have harassed colleagues or subordinates are now open to having their NSF grants revoked.
Viewfinder: Fishermen Row Through Heavy Snowfall in Albania
Fishermen row through heavy snowfall as they return to the shores of Lake Ohrid in Pogradec, Albania, on February 27th, 2018.
Assessing the Vulnerable State of America’s Voting Machines
Local election administrators across the country face new problems and threats. But their budgets for new voting equipment remain inadequate.
Here’s More Evidence That an Assault Weapons Ban Would Decrease School-Shooting Deaths
Research suggests other forms of gun control constitute an ineffective response.