WHO is finalizing a new treaty that prepares for the next pandemic − but the US isn’t signing

By Nicole Hassoun, Professor of Philosophy, Binghamton University, State University of New York

On March 20, 2025, members of the World Health Organization adopted the world’s first pandemic agreement, following three years of “intensive negotiations launched by governments in response to the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.” The U.S., however, did not participate, in part because of its intention to withdraw…

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~	Could electric brain stimulation lead to better maths skills?

~	Memo to Shane Jones: what if NZ needs more regional government, not less?

~	‘Shit in, shit out’: AI is coming for agriculture, but farmers aren’t convinced

~	Farming within Earth’s limits is still possible – but it will take a Herculean effort

~	Gum disease, decay, missing teeth: why people with mental illness have poorer oral health

~	What did ancient Rome smell like? Honestly, often pretty rank

~	Our memories are unreliable, limited and suggestible – and it’s a good thing too

~	News laws to make it harder for large Australian and foreign companies to avoid paying tax

~	The National Anti-Corruption Commission turns 2 - has it restored integrity to federal government?

~	DRC: Peace deal with Rwanda fails to address serious crimes committed in eastern DRC