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June 27, 2017
Bringing Online Shopping to Rural Africa, One Shopkeeper at a Time
The founder of Copia Global uses a century-old model to reach the world’s poorest people.
June 14, 2017
Why Politicians Have Incentives to Let Outdated Policies Linger
Real-world disruptions inevitably lead to “policy decay,” but corrections are hard to come by.
May 5, 2017
When Nonprofits Act Like Businesses, Transparency Improves
A 12-year study reveals that charities that adopt modern strategies are more likely to share and collaborate.
April 4, 2017
Jostein Solheim: Do Things You Passionately Believe In
The Ben & Jerry’s CEO discusses how he re-radicalized a left-leaning ice cream company.
March 13, 2017
Is It Ever OK to Sell (or Buy) a Kidney?
Research seeks ways to reduce wait times and increase matches for kidney transplants.
March 7, 2017
Advice to Future Philanthropists: Follow Your Heart but Let Your Brain Drive
Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen says giving is about more than just writing checks.
January 30, 2017
This Just In: Fake News Probably Has Less Impact Than You Think
By a large margin, more people saw actual election news, not the fabricated kind.
December 6, 2016
Bringing a Business Mindset to Educating Visually Impaired Students
The country’s oldest school for blind students turns to mobile apps, online courses, and driverless cars.
October 31, 2016
How Big Brands Can Cultivate Ethical Suppliers
To ensure that contract manufacturers act responsibly, employ a mix of strategies — and don’t skimp.
August 10, 2016
How to Improve Working Conditions in the Developing World
A major sporting goods manufacturer found a surprising way to improve workers’ lives while maximizing productivity.