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How innovative are our times really? Not very, according to Thomas Ramge and Rafael Laguna de la Vera. And they've got a point. Technology may have solved some fake problems ("one-click buying!"), but it hasn't done nearly enough to tackle big issues like climate change, cancer, dementia, or hunger. Today, Tomas and Rafael share their vision for a future in which we harness the forces of science and technology to solve real problems.

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Can You Save Civilization by Getting Married?

Can You Save Civilization by Getting Married?

Nothing predicts happiness better than a good marriage, says University of Virginia sociologist Brad Wilcox.

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The Career Advice You Really Need

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Three innovators offer a road-tested framework for career development that helps anyone make real progress on their path when they switch jobs.

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