Tribute to biggest collection of artists' books in the southern hemisphere

Apr 21, 2019 11:41 am UTC| Insights & Views Life

There is a very special section of artworks known as artists books. These are artworks in the form of books rather than books about art. South African art collector and philanthropist Jack Ginsberg began collecting in this...

The quest to save the banana from extinction

Apr 21, 2019 11:41 am UTC| Insights & Views Nature

Panama disease, an infection that ravages banana plants, has been sweeping across Asia, Australia, the Middle East and Africa. The impact has been devastating. In the Philippines alone, losses have totalled US$400m. And...

Jokowi wins Indonesia's election, polls indicate – what does that mean for human rights?

Apr 21, 2019 11:41 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Joko Jokowi Widodo will keep his position as Indonesias president for another term, now with a senior Islamic cleric Maruf Amin as his vice president, according to early results from polling companies that surveyed the...

As governments adopt artificial intelligence, there's little oversight and lots of danger

Apr 21, 2019 11:40 am UTC| Insights & Views Technology

Artificial intelligence systems can if properly used help make government more effective and responsive, improving the lives of citizens. Improperly used, however, the dystopian visions of George Orwells 1984 become more...

If my measles shot was years ago, am I still protected? 5 questions answered

Apr 21, 2019 11:39 am UTC| Insights & Views Health

As the measles outbreaks spread, many people are growing concerned. New York City declared a public health emergency and mandated vaccinations in four ZIP codes where vaccination rates have been low. A Israeli flight...

Bolsonaro's approval rating is worse than any past Brazilian president at the 100-day mark

Apr 21, 2019 11:39 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was elected last year on a wave of popular anger at the countrys stagnant economy and political chaos, promising voters a better future. After just over 100 days in office, many...

Brain scans help shed light on the PTSD brain, but they cannot diagnose PTSD

Apr 21, 2019 11:36 am UTC| Insights & Views Health

Celebrities and public figures have recently been more open about mental health conditions they deal with. This is a positive sign of shrinking stigma around mental illness, and it also helps in reducing it. The most...