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Columbia’s $200M deal with Trump administration sets a precedent for other universities to bend to the government’s will
Columbia’s $200M deal with Trump administration sets a precedent for other universities to bend to the government’s will Columbia University has agreed to pay $200 million to settle allegations that it did not create a safe environment for Jewish students during Palestinian rights protests in 2024, and will also share detailed statistics about student applicants […]
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Colorado’s Marshall Fire survivors find healing and meaning through oral history project
Colorado’s Marshall Fire survivors find healing and meaning through oral history project The Marshall Fire in Colorado, which occurred on December 30, 2021, had a devastating impact on survivors, with over 1,000 structures destroyed and two people killed. As part of the recovery process, an oral history project was initiated to preserve the stories of […]
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Black teachers are key mentors for Philly high school seniors navigating college decisions
Black teachers are key mentors for Philly high school seniors navigating college decisions Black teachers play a crucial role in guiding Philadelphia high school seniors through the college decision process, providing inspiration, empathy, and culturally relevant insights that help students navigate this critical life transition. The underrepresentation of Black educators in the local teaching workforce […]
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Ancient Maya population was bigger than scientists thought
Ancient Maya population was bigger than scientists thought The ancient Maya civilization was significantly more populous than previously thought, with estimates suggesting between 9.5 million to 16 million people inhabited the region during the Late Classic period (600–900 CE). New research using lidar technology reveals a far more complex and integrated society, with consistent patterns […]
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Why Texas Hill Country, where a devastating flood killed more than 130 people, is one of the deadliest places in the US for flash flooding
Why Texas Hill Country, where a devastating flood killed more than 130 people, is one of the deadliest places in the US for flash flooding Texas Hill Country, particularly Kerr County, is one of the deadliest places in the US for flash flooding due to its geography and climate. The region’s steep hills, shallow creeks, […]
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Why GM’s CEO is still betting on electric vehicles (and racing)
Why GM’s CEO is still betting on electric vehicles (and racing) GMC was the first major US automaker to promise an all-electric future by 2035, but has since softened its language on electrification goals. Despite this, GM is riding high on EV sales and believes that electric vehicles are still the future, just with a […]
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Educational Publisher McGraw-Hill Files For an Initial Public Offering
Educational Publisher McGraw-Hill Files For an Initial Public Offering McGraw-Hill, an educational publisher backed by billionaire Tom Gores’ Platinum Equity, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) to repay debt. The IPO will trade on the NYSE under the symbol MH and is being led by Goldman Sachs as the underwriter. McGraw-Hill has a […]
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‘Big Beautiful Bill’ will have Americans paying higher prices for dirtier energy
‘Big Beautiful Bill’ will have Americans paying higher prices for dirtier energy The “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act, signed by President Donald Trump on July 4, 2025, slashes incentives for wind and solar energy, batteries, electric cars, and home efficiency while expanding subsidies for fossil fuels and biofuels. As a result, Americans will pay higher […]
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X-59 Model Tested in Japanese Supersonic Wind Tunnel
X-59 Model Tested in Japanese Supersonic Wind Tunnel NASA and JAXA recently tested a scale model of the X-59 experimental aircraft in a supersonic wind tunnel to assess noise levels underneath the aircraft. The test, which was the third round of wind tunnel tests for the X-59 model, aimed to gather data on how air […]
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Why Texas Hill Country, where a devastating flood killed more than 120 people, is one of the deadliest places in the US for flash flooding
Why Texas Hill Country, where a devastating flood killed more than 120 people, is one of the deadliest places in the US for flash flooding Texas Hill Country, particularly Kerr County, is one of the deadliest places in the US for flash flooding due to its geography and climate. The region’s steep hills, shallow creeks, […]
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Why it can be hard to warn people about dangers like floods – communication researchers explain the role of human behavior
Why it can be hard to warn people about dangers like floods – communication researchers explain the role of human behavior Effective flood communication requires an understanding of how people receive, interpret, and act on risk information and warnings, which goes beyond just providing technical data. The human element plays a crucial role in flood […]
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Why do so many American workers feel guilty about taking the vacation they’ve earned?
Why do so many American workers feel guilty about taking the vacation they’ve earned? Many American workers feel guilty about taking their earned vacation days, despite over 88% receiving paid time off. The US is the only advanced economy without a legal mandate for minimum vacation days, and many employees face a “use-it-or-lose-it” situation, where […]
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Turbulent research landscape imperils US brain gain − and ultimately American prosperity
Turbulent research landscape imperils US brain gain − and ultimately American prosperity The US relies heavily on foreign scientists to sustain its research output, but the current visa climate and funding policies are threatening this “brain gain” and potentially harming American prosperity. The Trump administration’s actions have frozen billions of dollars in grants and contracts, […]
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That $20 dress direct from China now costs $30 after Trump closed a tariff loophole – and the US will soon end the ‘de minimis’ exemption for the rest of the world, too
That $20 dress direct from China now costs $30 after Trump closed a tariff loophole – and the US will soon end the ‘de minimis’ exemption for the rest of the world, too The Trump administration has closed a tariff loophole that allowed retailers to ship packages duty-free to US shoppers, increasing prices on Chinese […]
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Spotted lanternflies love grapevines, and that’s bad for Pennsylvania’s wine industry
Spotted lanternflies love grapevines, and that’s bad for Pennsylvania’s wine industry Spotted lanternflies are an invasive species that infest grapevines in Pennsylvania, threatening the state’s wine industry. The insects can weaken grapevines, reduce yield and fruit quality, and kill vines. The spotted lanternfly feeds on many plants, but its preferred hosts are Tree of Heaven […]
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School smartphone bans reflect growing concern over youth mental health and academic performance
School smartphone bans reflect growing concern over youth mental health and academic performance New York has become the largest state in the US to ban smartphones in public schools, starting in fall 2025, affecting almost 2.5 million students. A growing number of states (17+), including traditionally liberal and conservative ones, have passed legislation or executive […]
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Rural hospitals will be hit hard by Trump’s signature spending package
Rural hospitals will be hit hard by Trump’s signature spending package Rural hospitals will be severely impacted by the Trump administration’s spending package, which includes cuts to Medicaid that could lead to hospital closures and a reduction in health insurance coverage for millions of Americans. The package’s changes to Medicaid, including work requirements and reduced […]
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President Trump’s tug-of-war with the courts, explained
President Trump’s tug-of-war with the courts, explained President Trump has won some significant court victories, including a June 27, 2025, Supreme Court ruling that limits the ability of judges to block his administration’s policies nationwide. However, Trump has also lost several cases in lower courts, including a May 28 decision by a three-judge panel of […]
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NASA to Provide Coverage of Axiom Mission 4 Departure from Station
NASA to Provide Coverage of Axiom Mission 4 Departure from Station NASA will provide live coverage of the Axiom Mission 4 private astronaut mission’s departure from the International Space Station, starting at 4:30 a.m. EDT on July 14. The four-member crew, including Peggy Whitson and Shubhanshu Shukla, will undock from the space-facing port of the […]
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NASA Astronaut Shannon Walker Retires
NASA Astronaut Shannon Walker Retires NASA astronaut Shannon Walker retired on July 10 after a 38-year career, including 30 years of federal service and over 21 years as an astronaut. Walker spent a total of 330 days in space across two missions, contributing to hundreds of scientific experiments and technology demonstrations for humanity. She was […]
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My city was one of hundreds expecting federal funds to help manage rising heat wave risk – then EPA terminated the grants
My city was one of hundreds expecting federal funds to help manage rising heat wave risk – then EPA terminated the grants Spokane, Washington, was awarded a $19.9 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to help manage rising heat wave risk and boost the local economy, but the funding was abruptly terminated by […]
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Misinformation lends itself to social contagion – here’s how to recognize and combat it
Misinformation lends itself to social contagion – here’s how to recognize and combat it Misinformation on social media can spread quickly, often faster than fact, due to complex contagion, where socially learned behaviors take time to embed. The spreading of misinformation and disinformation can be influenced by social connections, perceptions of common behavior, and lack […]
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How slashing university research grants impacts Colorado’s economy and national innovation – a CU Boulder administrator explains
How slashing university research grants impacts Colorado’s economy and national innovation – a CU Boulder administrator explains Federal funding cuts to universities across the US have already resulted in over $11 billion in lost funding for more than two dozen institutions, including the University of Colorado Boulder. The University of Colorado Boulder receives approximately 70% […]
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How Philadelphia’s sanitation strike differed from past labor disputes in the city
How Philadelphia’s sanitation strike differed from past labor disputes in the city The Philadelphia sanitation strike ended after eight days on July 9, 2025, with 9,000 union workers returning to work immediately after a three-year contract was reached. The deal includes 3% annual raises and an additional step in the union pay scale for veteran […]
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Higher ed’s relationship with marriage? It’s complicated – and depends on age
Higher ed’s relationship with marriage? It’s complicated – and depends on age Higher education levels are associated with delayed marriage, but education does not reduce the overall likelihood of getting married later in life. The study found that obtaining a four-year degree increases someone’s likelihood of marrying a fellow college graduate by more than doubling […]
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From Seattle to Atlanta, new social housing programs seek to make homes permanently affordable for a range of incomes
From Seattle to Atlanta, new social housing programs seek to make homes permanently affordable for a range of incomes Seattle has become a national model for social housing initiatives, with voters approving a ballot measure to fund permanently affordable homes through a payroll tax on high incomes. The city’s social housing program aims to provide […]
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FEMA’s flood maps often miss dangerous flash flood risks, leaving homeowners unprepared
FEMA’s flood maps often miss dangerous flash flood risks, leaving homeowners unprepared FEMA’s flood maps often miss dangerous flash flood risks, leaving homeowners unprepared. In fact, a study found that more than twice as many properties across the country were at risk of a 100-year flood than the FEMA maps identified. The maps have significant […]
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3 basic ingredients, a million possibilities: How small pizzerias succeed with uniqueness in an age of chain restaurants
3 basic ingredients, a million possibilities: How small pizzerias succeed with uniqueness in an age of chain restaurants Small pizzerias have successfully carved out unique niches despite the rise of chain restaurants, which often prioritize standardization and efficiency. The diversity of pizza styles in the US, such as New York, Chicago, New Haven, and Detroit, […]
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Why the US bombed a bunch of metal tubes − a nuclear engineer explains the importance of centrifuges to Iranian efforts to build nuclear weapons
Why the US bombed a bunch of metal tubes − a nuclear engineer explains the importance of centrifuges to Iranian efforts to build nuclear weapons Iran has produced thousands of centrifuges to enrich uranium, with most deployed in three enrichment sites: Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan. The Natanz facility was designed to hold over 50,000 centrifuges. […]
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Who’s the most American? Psychological studies show that many people are biased and think it’s a white English speaker
Who’s the most American? Psychological studies show that many people are biased and think it’s a white English speaker Many people’s perception of who is “American” is influenced by biases such as race, ethnicity, and language, despite egalitarian ideals that all Americans are deserving of citizenship rights regardless of background. A study found that American […]
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