SIRS Researcher is a highly-acclaimed general reference database containing thousands of full-text articles exploring social, scientific, health, historic, business, economic, political and global issues. Articles and graphics are carefully selected from 2,000 domestic and international publications according to strict criteria with regard to content and age appropriateness. Thousands of hand-selected, authoritative newspaper and magazine articles, graphics, charts, maps, primary sources, government documents, websites, multimedia, as well as critical thinking questions, and timelines help broaden student comprehension of each topic. Users can easily retrieve information by Subject Heading, Topic Browse and Keyword searches. Items can be printed, saved, e-mailed, and now sent to Google Drive. Analysis and opinions cover the pros, cons, and everything in between of over 345 current issues. Editorially created content with engaging Essential Questions with answers, and viewpoint articles help build solid foundations for understanding complex global issues.