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The Population Explosion​—A Threat to Our Future? 3-14

“Population explosion,” “human time bomb,” “Malthusian dilemma”​—these are just a few of the terms used to describe this threat to the future quality of life. But what about right now? How might the population explosion affect you? What is it like to live in cities where the population is already tightly packed? And what of the future? This series of articles examines these questions.

Is Gambling Really So Bad? 19

Many people get hooked on gambling when young. What can it lead to? Why should you resist the urge?

Cricket or Baseball​—What’s the Difference? 22

Two of the world’s most popular sports are cricket and baseball. Are they related in any way? What are the similarities and the differences?