Here's why Bill Gates is giving away most of his remaining fortune to his charity
After decades of philanthropy following the success of Microsoft, Bill Gates is winding down his namesake charity. What's he going to do next?
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Melinda French Gates on what billionaires with 'absurd' wealth owe back to society
In a new memoir, French Gates writes about the end of her marriage to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, and her ongoing philanthropic work, directing funds and attention to women's health initiatives.
Bill Gates, Who Has Warned About Pandemics For Years, On The U.S. Response So Far
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates gives high marks for social distancing efforts but low marks for testing. He says he thinks large public gatherings may have to wait until there's a vaccine.
Gates Foundation's Humanitarian Award To India's Modi Is Sparking Outrage
The Indian prime minister is cited for the millions of toilets his government has built in rural India. Activists say his human rights record should disqualify him.
Gates Foundation Says World Not On Track To Meet Goal Of Ending Poverty By 2030
The foundation has just released its annual report on progress toward Sustainable Development Goals. The conclusion: Inequality is rampant, and it's time for some hard choices.
Melinda Gates On Marriage, Parenting And Why She Made Bill Drive The Kids To School
In her new book, The Moment Of Lift, the co-founder of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation calls on readers to support women everywhere as a means to lift up society.
'The Moment Of Lift' Is More Of A Whisper Than A Call To Action
If Melinda Gates had fully owned her goal — writing a book that would strengthen some readers' abortion-rights convictions and open others' minds — she would have called for greater advocacy.
Why Did Bill Gates Give A Talk With A Jar Of Human Poop By His Side?
Since 2011, the tech mogul has poured $200 million into developing new and improved toilets. At his Reinvented Toilet Expo in Beijing, the innovations were showcased for the first time.
Bill Gates Addresses 'Tough Questions' On Poverty And Power
The billionaire philanthropist says the country needs a simpler system to help the poor navigate housing, health care and job opportunities.
Obama's Upbeat Message About Ending Malaria Omits Discouraging Signs
His State of the Union address said we should be able to wipe out malaria. Progress has been enormous — but researchers are alarmed by new twists.