Like most of the developed world, the US is current going through a housing crisis, with many unable to afford the rising prices. In this video, we break down why the crisis is so bad, what actually caused it and whether there's any...

As we discussed in a recent video about Facebook ( companies around the world are struggling and the stock market is getting increasingly rocky. There's one...

It's not been a good few months for the British economy. So in this video we unpack why the UK economy is in such a difficult spot, how the UK can revive it's fortunes and why Britain is struggling compared to other European and major...

With Brexit now in the rear view mirror and trade war on the horizon, we wanted to check how things are going. So we spoke to Professor Jonathan Portes (UK in a Changing Europe) to test Brexit on 4 different metrics & see how things are...

As COVID continues to spread the globe and as economies re-open, many are questioning the impact that the virus has had on economies worldwide. In this video, we look at the economic impact and consider whether coronavirus has started...

With the pandemic highlighting potential issues with the UK's Education system, the Tony Blair Institute has put forward ideas to reform exams. So what are they suggesting? Are they feasible ideas? And most importantly, would they...

Not long ago, Rishi Sunak looked like a shoo-in to be the next Prime Minister. His strong performance as chancellor put him in good stead to take over from an ailing Johnson. Now though i's him, not the PM, who looks on the ropes.

There's been a lot of controversies recently surrounding Johnson lying to the Commons, an offense which if committed he'd have to resign over. So in this video, we go through the primary allegations, and explain if Johnson really has...

Dr. Michael Hynes is the Superintendent of Schools in Port Washington, New York. He is a Fulbright Specialist and an associate professor of education and leadership at Stony Brook University and Long Island University. His mission is...

These are the most important actions to take once your Windows network is breached.

How should automated fact checking be integrated in social media platforms? How can a fact check have an impact?<br/>
Towards automated fact checking with Andreas Vlachos, Part 3

Coronavirus has lead to laws changing around the world and governments increasing their powers. This has lead to some worrying about the implications on their civil liberties, and wondering if the changes are even constitutional. So in...

Barnard College President and cognitive scientist, Dr. Sian Beilock, discusses the science behind work worry and how best to cope.

Join Encyclopaedia Britannica editors Melissa Petruzzello and John Rafferty speaking with video producer Matt Sinnott about how changes in people's habits and lifestyles brought about by the coronavirus pandemic are affecting the broader...

Some 239 scientists in 32 countries say the coronavirus is an airborne disease that can linger in tiny droplets to infect people indoors, according to a report in the New York Times.

Are human and machine fact checkers shifting from identifying falsehoods to suggestion mechanisms?<br/>
Towards automated fact checking with Andreas Vlachos, Part 4

Do you want English practice? Do you want to know the pronunciation, vocabulary and phrasal verbs you need to discuss the Coronavirus? Are you looking for an English practice lesson that is both challenging and relevant? If so, this...

Host Joshua tries the face touch buzzer, but soon gets used to the light buzzing. He takes it to a user experience (UX) designer, in hopes that making it more annoying will also make it more effective. Let's see how it...

Author of "The Infinite Game" and "Leaders Eat Last", Simon Sinek takes the questions of CEOs.

Outbreak investigation and control are an important part of public health and global health work. Epidemic and outbreaks of infectious disease require a robust response that includes investigating the epidemiology, laboratory (or...

The ethics of AI have become an important business and reputation issue in light of the Covid-19 pandemic and public protests. Paula Goldman shares how companies can address the ethical perils of biased algorithms, surveillance...

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They’re diseases that affect people living in a single country or region – but what impact have historic epidemics had on US society?

Host Joshua gives a brief overview of the Black Death and influenza pandemics. He focuses on the toll they each took on the population and the ways these pandemics changed the structure of society from hospitals to...