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US government may be abandoning the global climate fight, but new leaders are filling the void – including China
US government may be abandoning the global climate fight, but new leaders are filling the void – including China Despite the US government’s withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement for the second time, new leaders are stepping up to fill the leadership vacuum, including China and other countries. China has been a key player in […]
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Unpacking Florida’s immigration trends − demographers take a closer look at the legal and undocumented population
Unpacking Florida’s immigration trends − demographers take a closer look at the legal and undocumented population Florida’s immigrant population is estimated to be around 590,000 without legal status, making it the third-largest such population in the US, behind California and Texas. The number of immigrants entering Florida illegally has been shrinking since 2018, while there […]
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The World Court just ruled countries can be held liable for climate change damage – what does that mean for the US?
The World Court just ruled countries can be held liable for climate change damage – what does that mean for the US? The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has issued a landmark advisory opinion declaring that all countries have a legal obligation to protect and prevent harm to the climate, affirming existing international laws related […]
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The treaty meant to control nuclear risks is under strain 80 years after the US bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki
The treaty meant to control nuclear risks is under strain 80 years after the US bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki The Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT) is under strain 80 years after the US bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which thrust humanity into a terrifying new age. The treaty, signed in 1968, aims to prevent nuclear […]
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Tesla to pay more than $200 million in damages after being found partly liable for fatal Autopilot crash
Tesla to pay more than $200 million in damages after being found partly liable for fatal Autopilot crash Tesla has been found partly liable for a fatal Autopilot crash in Florida, resulting in $200 million in punitive damages and $43 million in compensatory damages. This is a rare loss for Tesla over Autopilot, which has […]
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Sunrise on Crew-11 Launch Attempt
Sunrise on Crew-11 Launch Attempt NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 mission launch has been rescheduled from July 31 to Friday, Aug. 1 at 11:43 a.m. EDT due to unfavorable weather conditions. The crew of four astronauts, including Zena Cardman and Mike Fincke from NASA, Kimiya Yui from JAXA, and Oleg Platonov from Roscosmos, will launch to the […]
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Strengthening collective labor rights can help reduce economic inequality
Strengthening collective labor rights can help reduce economic inequality Strengthening collective labor rights can help reduce economic inequality by empowering workers to negotiate for better wages and benefits, leading to a reduction in wealth disparities between rich and poor Americans. The wealthiest 1% of Americans now hold more than five times as much wealth as […]
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School shootings leave lasting scars on local economies, research shows
School shootings leave lasting scars on local economies, research shows Fatal school shootings not only devastate communities emotionally but also harm their economies, with people spending less money on groceries, restaurants, and other public spaces after a tragedy strikes. The economic impact of fatal school shootings can be significant, with an average loss of $5.4 […]
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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 Launches to International Space Station
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 Launches to International Space Station NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 mission successfully launched on August 1, 2025, carrying four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. The crew members, including NASA astronauts Zena Cardman and Mike Fincke, JAXA astronaut Kimiya Yui, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Oleg Platonov, will spend six […]
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More than 50% of Detroit students regularly miss class – and schools alone can’t solve the problem
More than 50% of Detroit students regularly miss class – and schools alone can’t solve the problem Detroit’s K-12 students miss class at an alarming rate, with over 50% of students regularly absent, making schools alone unable to solve the problem. Chronic absenteeism, defined as missing 10% or more school days, has become a persistent […]
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How wind and solar power helps keep America’s farms alive
How wind and solar power helps keep America’s farms alive Wind power is a significant economic driver in rural America, generating over $3.5 billion annually in combined lease payments and state and local taxes. The Trump administration’s cuts to federal support for renewable energy threaten the livelihoods of farmers who rely on wind turbines for […]
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How new words enter our language
How new words enter our language According to linguistics expert Christopher Green, most new words in American English are not entirely new creations, but rather repurposed pieces of existing terms or nuanced changes in meaning. New words often emerge and spread rapidly through digital platforms, such as social media, which accelerates language evolution and helps […]
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Historian uncovers evidence of second mass grave of Irish immigrant railroaders in Pennsylvania who suffered from cholera, violence and xenophobia
Historian uncovers evidence of second mass grave of Irish immigrant railroaders in Pennsylvania who suffered from cholera, violence and xenophobia A second mass grave of Irish immigrant railroaders has been discovered in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, 11 miles west of Duffy’s Cut, a site previously known for a similar mass grave. The new discovery was made by […]
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Great Lakes offshore wind could power the region and beyond
Great Lakes offshore wind could power the region and beyond The Great Lakes have significant offshore wind power potential, which could provide three times as much electricity as all eight Great Lakes states currently use. The federal government’s recent executive order has halted new offshore projects in the ocean, but states can still explore and […]
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Gene Hackman had a will, but the public may never find out who inherits his $80M fortune
Gene Hackman had a will, but the public may never find out who inherits his $80M fortune Gene Hackman’s $80M fortune is being managed by his trust, but the public may never find out who inherits it due to private court records. Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa used a “living trust” and a “pour-over […]
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From printing presses to Facebook feeds: What yesterday’s witch hunts have in common with today’s misinformation crisis
From printing presses to Facebook feeds: What yesterday’s witch hunts have in common with today’s misinformation crisis Historical witch hunts in Europe (1400-1780) share parallels with today’s misinformation crisis, including the spread of false information through media and the exploitation of vulnerable individuals. The printing press and publications like “Malleus Maleficarum” played a significant role […]
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Fears that falling birth rates in US could lead to population collapse are based on faulty assumptions
Fears that falling birth rates in US could lead to population collapse are based on faulty assumptions Fears that falling birth rates in the US could lead to population collapse are based on faulty assumptions, including misrepresenting fertility measures and overstating the impact of low birth rates. The total fertility rate, a standard measure of […]
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Delta’s dynamic AI pricing plan sounds different now
Delta’s dynamic AI pricing plan sounds different now Delta Air Lines has clarified its AI-assisted dynamic pricing model after facing scrutiny for recent comments. The company’s president, Glen Hauenstein, previously stated that Delta would use AI to offer individualized prices based on personal data, but EVP Peter Carter says this is not the case. Carter […]
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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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