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From fire to fossil fuels to the Fourth Industrial Revolution, humans have always been transforming society, says Gareth Haysom, a senior researcher at the African Centre for Cities.

Everyone seems to agree that ISIS is digging up and selling archaeological artifacts to make money. But no one seems to agree on how much money it’s actually making from its illegal antiquities trade: ...

Volunteering can improve social capital, benefit public health, and decrease health inequalities. Research shows that children who volunteer are less likely to experience anxiety and behavioral ...

For organizations struggling with fewer hands and more work, the path forward lies in cultivating purpose-filled volunteer ...

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