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VisualizationGlobal Life Expectancy Continues to IncreaseJanuary 23, 2019- Quote"Progress does not mean that everything gets better for everyone, everywhere, all the time. That would be a miracle." Steven PinkerJanuary 23, 2019
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CuriositiesRead About the Stinking Houses of Tudor LondonJanuary 18, 2019
NewsCan Technology Help in Pursuit of Eternal Life?January 18, 2019
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VisualizationSingapore is a Global Leader in Income GrowthJanuary 16, 2019
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VisualizationDeaths from Motor Vehicle Accidents Continue to FallDecember 20, 2018
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NewsA Cure for HIV Is in Sight as Science Chases the Holy GrailNovember 30, 2018
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VisualizationMore People Have Access to Electricity Than Ever BeforeNovember 28, 2018
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VisualizationEast Asia's GDP Has Increased More Than 1279% Since 1960November 17, 2018
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