Future Perfect Archive
Archives for May 2020

It’s possible we’ll get a coronavirus vaccine sooner, but it’s far from guaranteed.


America is supposed to be the world leader in medical innovation. Is it paying off during the coronavirus crisis?


The pandemic forces all of us to weigh risks and benefits in the face of uncertainty.


The US still has work to do, but it’s on a positive trend.
Avoiding high-emissions foods can have a huge climate impact.


The small messages that Gates sends the signers of the Giving Pledge could have big effects.


The story we tell about pandemics casts us as victims of nature. It’s the other way around.

Here’s what we don’t know about the coronavirus — and why it really matters.

The pandemic’s collateral damage, briefly explained.


Why Americans are so lonely — and what we can do about it.

Tons of people are looking for work. AI-powered background checks could stand in the way.


This push is one of the few coronavirus initiatives focused on political advocacy.


Eric Schmidt and Bill Gates are being asked to “reimagine” New York. Not everybody loves that.


The Gates Foundation has emerged as a leader in the coronavirus response.

Millions of animals are being killed and dumped in landfills to make room.