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Companies haven’t stopped hiring, but they’re more cautious, according to the 2025 College Hiring Outlook Report
Companies haven’t stopped hiring, but they’re more cautious, according to the 2025 College Hiring Outlook Report Employers are becoming more cautious when hiring recent college graduates due to economic uncertainty, but they’re still open to short-term work experiences like internships and co-op programs. Only 21% of employers rated the current college hiring market as “excellent” […]
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Tanks, guns and face-painting
Tanks, guns and face-painting The US Army’s Grand Military Parade on the National Mall was marred by an unsettling scene: a child operating an M119A3 Howitzer, while their parents took a photo in the background. The parade was ostensibly held to celebrate the US Army’s 250th birthday and recruit new soldiers, as the Army has […]
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No Kings: protests in the eye of the storm
No Kings: protests in the eye of the storm No Kings: protests were held across the US and beyond, with an estimated 2,000 events, to protest President Trump’s actions and policies. The protests, titled “No Kings,” aimed to counterbalance Trump’s birthday military parade in Washington, DC, which was seen as a show of force against […]
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Traffic violations dropping after school buses install AI camera system
Traffic violations dropping after school buses install AI camera system The Spring Grove Area School District partnered with Bus Patrol to install an AI-powered bus safety system in 2022. The system aims to prevent drivers from going around stopped school buses, reducing traffic violations. After implementing the system, there has been a notable decrease in […]
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“Cosmic Dawn” Screening at Greenbelt Cinema
“Cosmic Dawn” Screening at Greenbelt Cinema A screening of the NASA+ documentary “Cosmic Dawn: The Untold Story of the James Webb Space Telescope” was held at Greenbelt Cinema on June 11, 2025. The documentary features never-before-seen footage and offers an unprecedented glimpse into the assembly, testing, and launch of the James Webb Space Telescope. A […]
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You’re probably richer than you think because of the safety net – but you’d have more of that hidden wealth if you lived in Norway
You’re probably richer than you think because of the safety net – but you’d have more of that hidden wealth if you lived in Norway Many people underestimate their wealth due to not considering government safety net programs like Social Security, unemployment insurance, and child tax credits. The estimated value of future Social Security payments […]
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What does Israel’s strike mean for US policy on Iran and prospects for a nuclear deal?
What does Israel’s strike mean for US policy on Iran and prospects for a nuclear deal? Israel’s strike on Iranian nuclear and military facilities has pushed the Middle East closer to a wider, more dangerous regional war, and has implications for recent US diplomatic efforts toward a deal with Tehran over its nuclear program. The […]
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We surveyed 1,500 Florida kids about cellphones and their mental health – what we learned suggests school phone bans may have important but limited effects
We surveyed 1,500 Florida kids about cellphones and their mental health – what we learned suggests school phone bans may have important but limited effects Surveying 1,500 Florida kids aged 11-13 found that banning cellphones in schools may have limited effects on mental health and academic performance. Only 31% of kids reported feeling relief when […]
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RFK Jr’s shakeup of vaccine advisory committee raises worries about scientific integrity of health recommendations
RFK Jr’s shakeup of vaccine advisory committee raises worries about scientific integrity of health recommendations Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has removed all 17 members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and replaced them with new members, sparking concerns about scientific integrity and vaccine recommendations. The ACIP plays a crucial role in […]
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NASA, DoD Practice Abort Scenarios Ahead of Artemis II Moon Mission
NASA, DoD Practice Abort Scenarios Ahead of Artemis II Moon Mission NASA and the Department of Defense (DoD) conducted joint simulations to rehearse recovery procedures for a launch pad abort scenario ahead of the Artemis II moon mission. The simulations, which took place off the coast of Florida, tested emergency procedures for rescuing the crew […]
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NASA Sensor on Space Station Eyes Contamination off California Coast
NASA Sensor on Space Station Eyes Contamination off California Coast NASA’s EMIT instrument on the International Space Station has successfully detected signs of sewage in wastewater plumes off the California coast, providing a new tool for monitoring water quality. The instrument uses hyperspectral imaging spectroscopy to analyze sunlight reflecting off the planet below, allowing scientists […]
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How a new bus line in Philadelphia is defying post-pandemic transit trends
How a new bus line in Philadelphia is defying post-pandemic transit trends SEPTA’s new bus line, Route 49, has defied post-pandemic transit trends by seeing ridership growth, making it one of the few Philly bus or train lines to experience an increase in riders. The route connects two residential neighborhoods (Strawberry Mansion and Grays Ferry) […]
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Family homesteads with tangled titles are contributing to rural America’s housing crisis
Family homesteads with tangled titles are contributing to rural America’s housing crisis Rural America’s housing crisis is partly caused by “heirs’ property,” land passed down informally without clear titles, leading to tangled or clouded titles that make it difficult for families to build new homes or sell their shares. There are an estimated 508,371 heirs’ […]
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A field guide to ‘accelerationism’: White supremacist groups using violence to spur race war and create social chaos
A field guide to ‘accelerationism’: White supremacist groups using violence to spur race war and create social chaos A growing trend of white supremacist groups, known as “accelerationism,” aims to create social chaos and societal collapse through violence, paving the way for a white ethnostate. Accelerationist groups, such as The Order, Atomwaffen Division, Active Club […]
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NCAA will pay its current and former athletes in an agreement that will transform college sports
NCAA will pay its current and former athletes in an agreement that will transform college sports The NCAA has agreed to pay $2.8 billion in back pay to former and current college athletes as part of a settlement, allowing schools to directly pay athletes for the first time. The settlement includes changes such as universities […]
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How the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ positions US energy to be more costly for consumers and the climate
How the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ positions US energy to be more costly for consumers and the climate The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” would raise US energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions by slashing incentives for green technologies like solar, wind, and batteries. The bill would terminate tax credits for manufacturing renewable energy and battery […]
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Family taps AI to fight insurance company after California wildfires destroy home
Family taps AI to fight insurance company after California wildfires destroy home Dennis Salguero’s home was destroyed by California wildfires, but his insurance company gave him a rebuilding estimate significantly below market value. Salguero decided to use free AI tools to draft an appeal against the insurance company’s decision. He used multiple different models of […]
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Americans still have faith in local news − but few are willing to pay for it
Americans still have faith in local news − but few are willing to pay for it Despite declining trust in national news outlets, Americans still have faith in local news, with 74% saying they have “a lot of” or “some” trust in their local news organizations. The decline of local news has led to a […]
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Was the Boulder attack terrorism or a hate crime? 2 experts unpack the complexities
Was the Boulder attack terrorism or a hate crime? 2 experts unpack the complexities The Boulder, Colorado attack on June 1, 2025, which injured 12 people, was initially classified as a “targeted terror attack” by authorities, but later charged as a hate crime in federal court. A hate crime is defined as a crime motivated […]
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Persona 4 is getting a remake
Persona 4 is getting a remake A full remake of Persona 4 titled “Persona 4 Revival” has been announced for Xbox, PS5, and PC. The game will be available on Game Pass subscribers and was teased with a brief trailer at the Xbox Games Showcase. This remake is not surprising, as several voice actors had […]
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Dr. Natasha Schatzman Receives Vertical Flight Society (VFS) Award
Dr. Natasha Schatzman Receives Vertical Flight Society (VFS) Award Dr. Natasha Schatzman, an aerospace engineer at NASA Ames Research Center, received the inaugural Alex M. Stoll Award from the Vertical Flight Society (VFS) in May 2025. The award honors Dr. Schatzman’s exceptional commitment to advancing vertical flight and enhancing the well-being of her colleagues. Dr. […]
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Ukraine’s Operation Spider Web destroyed more than aircraft – it tore apart the old idea that bases far behind the front lines are safe
Ukraine’s Operation Spider Web destroyed more than aircraft – it tore apart the old idea that bases far behind the front lines are safe Ukraine’s Operation Spider Web successfully destroyed or degraded over 40 strategic bombers, including Tu-95, Tu-160, and Tu-22 M3 aircraft, as well as an A-50 airborne-early-warning jet, in a series of blasts […]
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Storm damage costs are often a mystery – that’s a problem for understanding extreme weather risk
Storm damage costs are often a mystery – that’s a problem for understanding extreme weather risk Storm damage costs are often unknown or underestimated, making it difficult to understand extreme weather risk. The lack of transparency and standard procedures for estimating storm damage leads to inconsistent and unreliable estimates across different counties and regions. The […]
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NASA Astronaut Jeanette Epps Retires
NASA Astronaut Jeanette Epps Retires NASA astronaut Jeanette Epps retired on May 30 after nearly 16 years of service with the agency. Epps spent 235 days in space, including 232 days aboard the International Space Station, working on hundreds of scientific experiments during Expedition 71/72. She was selected as a member of NASA’s 20th astronaut […]
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Let’s all do a dramatic reading of Trump and Musk’s mean posts
Let’s all do a dramatic reading of Trump and Musk’s mean posts Donald Trump and Elon Musk are publicly feuding on social media after Musk made critical comments about the EV tax credit bill. Musk had previously promised to donate $100 million to a Trump-owned PAC, but has yet to fulfill this commitment. Trump responded […]
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China makes AI-generated videos to criticize Trump tariffs
China makes AI-generated videos to criticize Trump tariffs China has been using AI-generated videos to criticize US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods. The videos are being shared on Chinese social media platforms, including YouTube. The use of AI-generated content is part of China’s efforts to counter the negative impact of the tariffs on […]
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100 years ago, the Supreme Court made a landmark ruling on parents’ rights in education – today, another case raises new questions
100 years ago, the Supreme Court made a landmark ruling on parents’ rights in education – today, another case raises new questions The Supreme Court is set to release a decision on Mahmoud v. Taylor, a case that raises questions about parental rights, religious freedom, and curricular content in public education. The case involves parents […]
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We asked over 8,700 people in 6 countries to think about future generations in decision-making, and this is what we found
We asked over 8,700 people in 6 countries to think about future generations in decision-making, and this is what we found Researchers conducted three online studies involving over 8,700 participants across six countries to explore whether brief psychological interventions can help individuals adopt a more expansive moral perspective that includes future generations. The interventions involved […]
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Uncertainty at NASA − Trump withdraws his nominee for administrator while the agency faces a steep proposed budget cut
Uncertainty at NASA − Trump withdraws his nominee for administrator while the agency faces a steep proposed budget cut NASA faces significant budget cuts proposed by the Trump administration, including a 50% reduction in space science programs and potential cancellation of several human spaceflight initiatives. The Trump administration has withdrawn the nomination of Jared Isaacman […]
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The Michelin Guide is Eurocentric and elitist − yet it will soon be an arbiter of culinary excellence in Philly
The Michelin Guide is Eurocentric and elitist − yet it will soon be an arbiter of culinary excellence in Philly The Michelin Guide is coming to Philadelphia, marking its first foray into the US market, and will include a Northeast cities edition celebration later this year. The guide’s selection process involves anonymous inspectors who dine […]
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