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Wildfire smoke could lead to tens of thousands of deaths by 2050
Wildfire smoke could lead to tens of thousands of deaths by 2050 Wildfire smoke exposure could lead to tens of thousands of excess deaths in the US by 2050, according to a new study. The study projects that average exposures across the US population will increase two-to-three-fold in 2050 relative to 2011-2020 due to climate […]
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Why aren’t companies speeding up investment? A new theory offers an answer to an economic paradox
Why aren’t companies speeding up investment? A new theory offers an answer to an economic paradox A new theory suggests that companies aren’t speeding up investment despite record stock markets and endless tech innovation because they’re holding back due to excess capacity. The traditional measure of a company’s incentive to invest, Tobin’s Q, has gone […]
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When this EV maker collapsed, its customers became the car company
When this EV maker collapsed, its customers became the car company Fisker Ocean buyers, including Cristian Fleming, were left stranded after the company collapsed into bankruptcy in June 2024. The collapse was due to Fisker’s inability to deliver on its promises, with only 11,000 vehicles shipped before the company went under. Early adopters faced numerous […]
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Trump isn’t cutting Pell Grants, after all − but other changes could complicate financial aid for some students
Trump isn’t cutting Pell Grants, after all − but other changes could complicate financial aid for some students Pell Grants will not be cut, but other changes to federal financial aid may complicate it for some students. The Trump administration has taken a different approach to addressing rising college costs and student debt, aiming to […]
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Title IX’s effectiveness in addressing campus sexual assault is at risk − a law professor explains why
Title IX’s effectiveness in addressing campus sexual assault is at risk − a law professor explains why Title IX’s effectiveness in addressing campus sexual assault is at risk due to the Biden administration’s efforts to widen protections, which were blocked by a federal court and are now being dismantled. The Department of Education’s Office for […]
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Tibetan Buddhist nuns are getting advanced degrees − and the Dalai Lama played a major role in that shift
Tibetan Buddhist nuns are getting advanced degrees − and the Dalai Lama played a major role in that shift Tibetan Buddhist nuns are now receiving advanced degrees, including the “geshema” degree, which was previously only available to men. The Dalai Lama played a crucial role in promoting women’s education and empowerment within Tibetan Buddhism, encouraging […]
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Personal scandals sink CEOs faster than financial fraud, research shows
Personal scandals sink CEOs faster than financial fraud, research shows A recent study found that personal scandals sink CEOs faster than financial fraud, with 5 times as many CEOs exiting due to personal scandals. Ceos who engage in personal misconduct, such as infidelity or substance abuse, are more likely to be terminated than those who […]
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NASA will say goodbye to the International Space Station in 2030 − and welcome in the age of commercial space stations
NASA will say goodbye to the International Space Station in 2030 − and welcome in the age of commercial space stations NASA will officially retire the International Space Station (ISS) in 2030, marking the end of a 24-year continuous human presence in low-Earth orbit. The ISS has been a groundbreaking achievement in space cooperation among […]
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NASA Awards Custodial, Landscaping Services Contract
NASA Awards Custodial, Landscaping Services Contract NASA has awarded a contract to Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc. for custodial, landscaping services at the Goddard Space Flight Center. The contract value is approximately $36 million and includes one 12-month base period and up to four 12-month options. The basic period of performance begins on October 1, […]
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Moving back in with parents may be bad for your wallet
Moving back in with parents may be bad for your wallet A new study by Sewin Chan found that boomerang moves (moving back in with parents) can be economically problematic for young adults in their mid- to late-20s. The study, which analyzed data from the Census Bureau survey of 3.5 million US households, revealed that […]
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Martin Shkreli can be sued for copying Wu-Tang’s one-of-a-kind record
Martin Shkreli can be sued for copying Wu-Tang’s one-of-a-kind record Martin Shkreli can be sued for allegedly copying Wu-Tang’s exclusive album “Once Upon a Time in Shaolin” and diminishing its value. A US District Judge has allowed a lawsuit alleging “misappropriation of trade secrets” to continue, despite dismissing some claims by the album’s current owners, […]
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Leaders turn their attention to AI at the United Nations General Assembly
Leaders turn their attention to AI at the United Nations General Assembly The United Nations General Assembly has started discussing Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a global issue. Leaders from around the world are attending the assembly to discuss the benefits and challenges of AI. The discussion aims to address concerns about job displacement, bias in […]
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How a devastating grape pest is reshaping vineyards across Colorado’s Western Slope
How a devastating grape pest is reshaping vineyards across Colorado’s Western Slope Colorado’s $3.9 billion wine industry is under threat from grape phylloxera, a devastating aphid-like insect that attacks grapevines and causes severe damage to roots. The infestation was first discovered in 2016 in Mesa County, Colorado, and has since spread to over 350 vineyard […]
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Detroit’s Gordie Howe bridge is poised to open as truck traffic between US-Canada slows – low-income residents are deciding whether to stay or go
Detroit’s Gordie Howe bridge is poised to open as truck traffic between US-Canada slows – low-income residents are deciding whether to stay or go The Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Detroit and Windsor, is expected to open later than initially planned, with its completion now likely to be delayed into 2026. The bridge’s construction has […]
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Can Google be trusted without a break up?
Can Google be trusted without a break up? Google’s trustworthiness is being questioned by Judge Leonie Brinkema during a trial over allegations of ad tech misconduct. The DOJ argues that Google has not acted in good faith, citing examples of employees allegedly using chat messages to avoid leaving certain practices. Brinkema’s question about whether she […]
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Banks retreat from climate change commitments – but it’s business more than politics
Banks retreat from climate change commitments – but it’s business more than politics Banks that joined net-zero alliances to combat climate change have largely retreated from their commitments due to business interests over politics, with fossil fuels continuing to be profitable and loans to oil and gas companies surging. The collapse of these alliances was […]
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A Great Lakes oil pipeline faces 3 controversies with no speedy resolutions
A Great Lakes oil pipeline faces 3 controversies with no speedy resolutions The Great Lakes oil pipeline, Line 5, faces three controversies with no speedy resolutions, including concerns over its safety, environmental impact, and Indigenous rights. The pipeline, operated by Enbridge, carries petroleum products from western Canada to refineries in eastern Canada and traverses the […]
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A Bari Weiss-led CBS News would likely look different, but how the public feels about it might not change
A Bari Weiss-led CBS News would likely look different, but how the public feels about it might not change Bari Weiss, editor-in-chief of The Free Press, is reportedly being considered for the top job at CBS News, but it’s unclear whether her appointment would change how the public feels about the network. The public’s perception […]
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Air quality analysis reveals minimal changes after xAI data center opens in pollution-burdened Memphis neighborhood
Air quality analysis reveals minimal changes after xAI data center opens in pollution-burdened Memphis neighborhood Air quality analysis conducted by researchers at the University of Memphis found that the opening of an xAI data center in a pollution-burdened neighborhood in southwest Memphis, Tennessee, had minimal impact on air pollution levels. The study used computer modeling […]
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‘Killer bees’ are back. Here’s what you should know
‘Killer bees’ are back. Here’s what you should know The “killer bee” has been spotted again in the Southeast US, sparking concerns. The bee was originally created in Brazil to improve honeybee health and was accidentally released in the 1950s. Researchers are cautioning that the killer bee may not be as scary as it sounds, […]
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Tucker Carlson asks Sam Altman if an OpenAI employee was murdered ‘on your orders’
Tucker Carlson asks Sam Altman if an OpenAI employee was murdered ‘on your orders’ Tucker Carlson asked OpenAI CEO Sam Altman if an employee, Suchir Balaji, was murdered on his orders during an interview this week. Balaji had released statements online and in a New York Times article criticizing OpenAI’s use of copyrighted data, which […]
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Trump reversed policies supporting electric vehicles − it will affect the road to clean electricity, too
Trump reversed policies supporting electric vehicles − it will affect the road to clean electricity, too Reversing policies supporting electric vehicles will hinder progress in reducing transportation emissions and US leadership in key technology. The elimination of incentives for electric vehicle production has led to a collapse in US investment, allowing China to dominate the […]
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The FTC has launched an inquiry into several AI companies about the potential harms to children
The FTC has launched an inquiry into several AI companies about the potential harms to children The FTC has launched an inquiry into several AI companies. The investigation focuses on potential harms to children using AI chatbots as companions. The companies being investigated are social media and artificial intelligence firms. The FTC aims to ensure […]
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Scaling startups might not be great for employees
Scaling startups might not be great for employees New research challenges the conventional wisdom that scaling startups is always great for employees. A study by Johan Wiklund and colleagues found that job satisfaction follows an inverted U-shaped curve in relation to company growth, peaking at around 138% annual employment growth. Rapid sales growth can expose […]
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OpenAI Reaches a Deal to Settle Financial Issues with Its Partner Microsoft
OpenAI Reaches a Deal to Settle Financial Issues with Its Partner Microsoft OpenAI has reached a deal to settle financial issues with its partner Microsoft, which invested $13 billion in exchange for 49% of OpenAI’s future profits. The deal involves restructuring their relationship and signing a nonbinding memorandum of understanding, with plans to formalize it […]
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NASA’s GUARDIAN Tsunami Detection Tech Catches Wave in Real Time
NASA’s GUARDIAN Tsunami Detection Tech Catches Wave in Real Time NASA’s GUARDIAN tsunami detection technology successfully detected and confirmed a tsunami up to 45 minutes prior to detection by tide gauges in Hawaii, estimating the speed of the wave to be over 580 miles per hour. The technology, called GUARDIAN (GNSS Upper Atmospheric Real-time Disaster […]
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NASA Awards Third Glenn Facility and Engineering Services Contract
NASA Awards Third Glenn Facility and Engineering Services Contract NASA has awarded a $388.3 million contract to Troy Sierra JV, LLC for engineering, research, and scientific support at the Glenn Research Center. The three-year base period of the contract will begin on January 1, 2026, with a potential two-year option and a six-month extension through […]
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Is following true crime bad for your well-being?
Is following true crime bad for your well-being? True crime enthusiasts often become overly invested in cases, compulsively checking social media for updates and developing one-sided relationships with characters. A study by Boston University researcher Kathryn D. Coduto found that true crime followers experience negative feelings surrounding the stories they follow, including anxiety, fear, and […]
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Israeli strike in Doha crosses a new line from which relations with Gulf may not recover
Israeli strike in Doha crosses a new line from which relations with Gulf may not recover The Israeli airstrike on Doha on September 9, 2025, represents a major escalation in the region and may irreparably damage Israel’s relations with Gulf Arab states. The strike, which killed six people but failed to kill any senior Hamas […]
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How hardships and hashtags combined to fuel Nepal’s violent response to social media ban
How hardships and hashtags combined to fuel Nepal’s violent response to social media ban Nepal’s violent response to a social media ban was fueled by hardships and hashtags, resulting in the ousting of a deeply unpopular government and at least 50 deaths. The protests, led by Gen Z, were sparked by the government’s decision to […]
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