We explore several aspects of stem-cell research which have been discussed in recent publications and at two recent conferences held in San Francisco.

In this installment on the Prophets, we look at the lives and messages of Jeremiah and Ezekiel.

A number of themes found in the writings of various prophets were first proclaimed by Moses, as this table shows.

According to the FBI, identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States—it claims more than 10 million victims a year, and this number is expected to rise.

Solutions to the many existential threats facing the world today are elusive, in large part because of our own human nature. What can be done?

Are saturated fats as harmful as we have been led to believe? Saturated fat, it seems, deserves another chance.

Shimon Peres continues to break the mold. In his own words he has shifted from being a “terrible hawk” to espousing the cause of peace.

Ancient writings found in the Judean desert have been at the center of conflict for more than 50 years. What have we learned from these much-debated texts?

The actual process of money creation occurs in depository institutions, principally commercial banks.

Even before September 11, 2001, terrorism was a fact of life for much of the world. Must we accept that it will always be that way?

Is planting more trees the answer to a looming climate crisis?

A number of endangered wild animals have been making a comeback, raising questions about how best to thrive alongside them. Vision reviews Tenacious Beasts by Christopher Preston.

With the world’s number-one virtual currency so much in the headlines and yet so little understood, it’s a good time to look at its origin, volatile price—and surprising environmental implications.

The apostle Paul travels to the city of the goddess Artemis to live and teach for three years before making his way to Jerusalem one last time.

It’s the final week of Jesus’ life on earth. After sidestepping traps set by the religious leaders of the day, He responds to questions about the end of the world.

It’s become increasingly clear to many that our global problems require global solutions. Former UK prime minister Gordon Brown is the latest to lend his voice to the discussion.

David Hulme interviews Australian science writer and author Julian Cribb about what it will take for the human race to make it through this century.

When Ben-Gurion proclaimed the State of Israel on May 14, 1948, he likely did not envisage how long the conflict with the Arab world would persist.