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From the Ice Bucket Challenge to MrBeast — does ‘stunt philanthropy’ make the world a better place?
MrBeast wearing a football jersey leading the Tampa Bay Buccaneers out of the tunnel.

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From the Ice Bucket Challenge to MrBeast — does ‘stunt philanthropy’ make the world a better place?

How to help those impacted by the wildfires in Maui
volunteers sorting donations in Lahaina, Maui

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How to help those impacted by the wildfires in Maui

Human rights should be a factor in philanthropic giving, writes Northeastern professor in new book
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Human rights should be a factor in philanthropic giving, writes Northeastern professor in new book

War is about suffering and death. But should those images be portrayed in the news?

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War is about suffering and death. But should those images be portrayed in the news?

This Giving Tuesday, think like a billionaire and follow MacKenzie Scott’s lead with donations
Portrait of MacKenzie Scott.

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This Giving Tuesday, think like a billionaire and follow MacKenzie Scott’s lead with donations

The perils of ‘doomscrolling’ when the world is on fire
hand raised over iphone preparing to start doomscrolling

The perils of ‘doomscrolling’ when the world is on fire

Will Delta Air Lines’ $200 surcharge for unvaccinated employees pay off?
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Will Delta Air Lines’ $200 surcharge for unvaccinated employees pay off?

With COVID-19 infections surging, can doctors refuse treatment to unvaccinated patients?

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With COVID-19 infections surging, can doctors refuse treatment to unvaccinated patients?

Will Biden’s proposed mask mandate legally force people to wear facial coverings?

Will Biden’s proposed mask mandate legally force people to wear facial coverings?

If ‘truth isn’t truth,’ then what is it?

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If ‘truth isn’t truth,’ then what is it?

Gene editing embryos may lead to ‘pursuit of a conception of perfection’
For the first time, scientists have successfully edited a fatal genetic mutation out of human embryos. This advancement brings society one step closer to erasing some hereditary diseases, but what are the ethical implications of that power? Three Northeastern professors weigh in.

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Gene editing embryos may lead to ‘pursuit of a conception of perfection’

Understanding the impact of the proposed healthcare reform bill

Understanding the impact of the proposed healthcare reform bill