Oct 30 What Israel's election deadlock means for Netanyahu and the region After one of Israel's most consequential elections, the path forward for the country and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is uncertain. On a special edition of Compass Points, Nick Schifrin speaks with Netanyahu biographer and one of the sharpest analysts in…
Oct 30 Why buying concert tickets is a nightmare for fans – and how to fix it Ticket prices for concerts and live events have skyrocketed, and fans are increasingly frustrated by how complex the process has become. As bots and other AI agents swarm the system and displace real fans, what can be done to protect…
Oct 23 Why some U.S. allies view Trump's America as an 'Unreliable Boyfriend' Behind closed diplomatic doors, some of the U.S.'s closest allies view Donald Trump’s America as an “unreliable boyfriend”, a “security threat,” and open to corruption. A Canadian official warns that the world’s disappointment with the U.S. will have long-lasting consequences.
Oct 23 Two doctors offer new ideas to prevent gun violence in America America has an epidemic of gun violence that claims over 120 people every day. The country has debated what to do about this for years, but little has changed. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores gun safety and public health with…
Oct 16 The mystery of Havana Syndrome and claims of a government cover-up Unsolved mystery or cover-up? What started out as reports of sonic attacks on American diplomats evolved into a phenomenon affecting at least 1,500 people across six continents. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses more with Michael Rey and Oriana Zill…
Oct 16 The hopes and risks of bringing humanoid robots into our homes Life-like, humanoid robots have captured our imagination for decades. Now, those robots work in factories and assembly lines all over the world. Will they soon be working in our own homes? Horizons moderator William Brangham explores our robotic future with…
Oct 09 Inside the U.S. negotiations to free the Oct. 7 hostages Before the Oct. 7 attacks, the U.S., Israel and Saudi Arabia were on the brink of a historic agreement. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses how close they were to normalization, the rush to release hostages and the U.S. response…
Oct 09 Exploring the science of keeping your mind sharp as you age Everyone wants to keep a sharp mind as they age, especially as dementia cases continue to rise. Now, a growing body of evidence suggests almost half of the key risks for cognitive decline can be prevented or delayed. Horizons moderator…
Oct 02 Inside the U.S.-China battle to lead the AI revolution President Trump wants artificial intelligence companies to police themselves, all in the name of winning the race with China. Are the U.S. and China on a path of unstoppable AI competition? Or should the world’s AI leaders collaborate? Compass Points…
Oct 02 How a rare genetic mutation could unlock new ways to treat or prevent dementia Over 55 million people worldwide are living with the devastating reality of dementia, but researchers have now identified some individuals who share a rare genetic predisposition to developing a type of this tragic disease. Could studying these families unlock new…