21st century debates

Provides an overview of global health issues, as well as the health problems that arise from economic and social situations in particular parts of the world, and explores the work of the World Health Organization.

Discusses the problems and benefits of tourism in different countries throughout the world.

Looks at the effects that various means of transportation have on ecology throughout the world, and what changes need to be made to expand the advantages of modern transportation and preserve the natural environment.

Explores the impact of Earth's growing population on the environment, discusses whether there are enough resources to meet the needs of the world's population, and considers what can be done about the problem.

Presents an investigation of terrorism in the twenty-first century, providing a definition of terrorism, discussing why it occurs, describing various terrorist groups, and examining the terrorist attacks on the U.S. on September 11, 2001.

Offers a brief introduction to new religious movements, discussing why people join them, what effects they have on individual members, their families, and society as a whole, and how governments reconcile the principle of religious freedom with their duty to protect the public from potential harm.

Examines the history and development of artificial intelligence, and looks at ways in which the technology might be used in the future.

Discusses where the world's food supply comes from, how it is distributed, improving food supplies, and the possibility of ending hunger.

Discusses the ways in which human activities have resulted in the extinction and endangerment of animal species, and examines past and ongoing efforts on behalf of wildlife and habitat conservation.