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To prevent a tragedy, the global community must act now.

With this week's quiz, we're catching up on some of the achievements and research developments that continue in the face of a pandemic.

Veteran war and disaster correspondent Judith Matloff shares her tips for surviving the new normal—social distancing and self-quarantine—during the virus outbreak.

In his new book, James Shapiro explores why Americans have historically embraced the bard and why they should do so now more than ever.

The fear that an epidemic could reappear will likely exert a small downward force on prices and demand, for decades to come. 

From famous firsts to pioneering discoveries, this week's Columbia News Quiz will test how much you know about the who, what and when of Columbia Women's History, spanning from 1886 to the modern day.

Catching enough Z’s can lead to improved health, productivity and sustainable choices that conserve Earth’s resources.

The new program will deepen understanding of the richness and complexity of Muslim cultures and civilizations.

This week's quiz will feature snapshots of university life in the dining halls, community support at Barnard College and the legacy of one self-made business woman.

A multidisciplinary team of researchers and scientists at Columbia University will combine their efforts to address the opioid and substance use crisis.

Researchers have drawn on 17 years of data to develop a model that identifies areas in which the tick-borne illness is likely to emerge.

Columbia Startup Lab hosted a conversation between SIPA Professor Sarah Holloway and UBS Vice Chairman Jolyne Caruso-Fitzgerald on how social enterprise entrepreneurs can grow their missions.

Industrial farming in the temperate climates has been seen as the main cause of nitrogen pollution, but tropical agriculture emissions are catching up.

Ahead of Prime Minister of Finland Sanna Marin's visit to Columbia on March 6, we're digging into the unique culture of the country that often ranks among the world's happiest.

Pundits are full of assertions on winning White House bids, but they are just opinions and nothing more. Let's try to avoid the 'electability trap.'