Policy
Understanding key terms swirling around Alligator Alcatraz and immigration enforcement in the US
Understanding key terms swirling around Alligator Alcatraz and immigration enforcement in the US **Immigrant vs. Migrant**: An immigrant refers to a foreign national who intends to remain in the US, while a migrant is a generic term that doesn’t have any specific legal meaning and is often used incorrectly as a synonym for immigrant. **Documented […]
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Trump has promised to eliminate funding to schools that don’t nix DEI work – but half of the states are not complying
Trump has promised to eliminate funding to schools that don’t nix DEI work – but half of the states are not complying President Trump’s administration has issued a “Dear Colleague” letter to schools, warning them that they risk losing federal funding if they promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work, which the department calls “pervasive […]
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Your data privacy is slipping away – here’s why, and what you can do about it
Your data privacy is slipping away – here’s why, and what you can do about it Despite growing efforts to improve cybersecurity, personal data breaches are accelerating, with companies sending out over 1.3 billion notifications to victims in 2024. The three pillars of solid personal privacy protection are: accessible technical controls (e.g., encryption and multifactor […]
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Parents who oppose sex education in schools often don’t discuss it at home
Parents who oppose sex education in schools often don’t discuss it at home Parents who oppose comprehensive sex education in schools often don’t discuss it at home, despite claiming that sex education should only be taught at home. The Trump administration’s directive to remove gender-identity materials from California’s sex education lessons has led to a […]
🏥 Health
One ‘big, beautiful’ reason why Republicans in Congress just can’t quit Donald Trump
One ‘big, beautiful’ reason why Republicans in Congress just can’t quit Donald Trump Despite widespread criticism, President Donald Trump’s sweeping domestic tax and spending package passed both the House and Senate with minimal opposition from Republicans. The bill’s passage can be attributed to the increasing power of the presidency over Congress, where lawmakers are more […]
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Employers are failing to insure the working class – Medicaid cuts would leave them even more vulnerable
Employers are failing to insure the working class – Medicaid cuts would leave them even more vulnerable Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, 7.8 million Americans across the US would lose their Medicaid coverage, including 248,000 to 414,000 residents in Michigan. The proposed work requirements for Medicaid would lead to widespread coverage losses among […]
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Is it ethical to eradicate certain harmful species?
Is it ethical to eradicate certain harmful species? Researchers argue that deliberate full extinction of harmful species is acceptable, but only rarely, using screwworms, mosquitoes, and invasive rodents as case studies. The team suggests that eradication through genome modification should be approached with caution and guided by robust ethical safeguards and inclusive decision-making frameworks. Conditions […]
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Federal energy office illustrates the perils of fluctuating budgets and priorities
Federal energy office illustrates the perils of fluctuating budgets and priorities The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) within the Department of Energy faces challenges due to fluctuating budgets and priorities, which can lead to destabilization of agencies and cut off long-term projects. EERE’s funding levels have varied significantly over the years, with […]
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How artificial intelligence controls your health insurance coverage
How artificial intelligence controls your health insurance coverage Health insurance companies use artificial intelligence algorithms to decide whether to pay for health care treatments and services recommended by a patient’s physicians, often leading to delays or denials of necessary care. The use of AI in health insurance can have serious consequences, including withholding care from […]
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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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