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Business|Political|Technology|US

What would happen if Section 230 went away? A legal expert explains the consequences of repealing ‘the law that built the internet’

The law is the balance point between limiting hate speech and misinformation and keeping censorship in check. Here’s what could happen if Congress kicks it out from under the internet.

What would happen if Section 230 went away? A legal expert explains the consequences of repealing ‘the law that built the internet’
Health|Science

Hormone therapy may cut cardiovascular risk in younger menopausal women

A more nuanced understanding of hormone therapy now suggests that its benefits for heart health depend on how soon after menopause onset it is prescribed.

Hormone therapy may cut cardiovascular risk in younger menopausal women
MidEast|Political|World

In Israel, calls for genocide have migrated from the margins to the mainstream

The Bible contains some explicit genocidal narratives, and over time, some religious Zionists have wielded these stories to advocate for the destruction of the Palestinians.

In Israel, calls for genocide have migrated from the margins to the mainstream
Education|Lifestyle|Science

Why do dogs love to play with trash?

While you might not like how your trash smells, to your dog it is an appealing buffet brimming with apple cores, banana peels, meat scraps and stale bread.

Why do dogs love to play with trash?
Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Political

Ecological disruptions are a risk to national security

Overfishing, disease and environmental crimes cause social and political instability, economic strife and strained international relations.

Ecological disruptions are a risk to national security
Health|Science

Insomnia can lead to heart issues − a psychologist recommends changes that can improve sleep

Insomnia and bad sleep can lead to high blood pressure and increase hormone levels and inflammation.

Insomnia can lead to heart issues − a psychologist recommends changes that can improve sleep
Crime|Education|Health

Shaken baby syndrome can cause permanent brain damage, long-term disabilities or death – a pediatrician examines the preventable tragedy

Up to 25% of infants diagnosed with abusive head trauma – otherwise known as shaken baby syndrome – die, and a substantial percentage who survive are left with long-term disabilities.

Shaken baby syndrome can cause permanent brain damage, long-term disabilities or death – a pediatrician examines the preventable tragedy
Entertainment|Science|Technology

Researchers created sound that can bend itself through space, reaching only your ear in a crowd

By combining ultrasound with a concept called nonlinear acoustics, you can create sound that stays silent until it reaches a specific location.

Researchers created sound that can bend itself through space, reaching only your ear in a crowd
Education|Political|US

Big cuts at the Education Department’s civil rights office will affect vulnerable students for years to come

The layoffs further complicate staffing shortages at the Office for Civil Rights, which plays a vital role in promoting a fair education for public school students.

Big cuts at the Education Department’s civil rights office will affect vulnerable students for years to come
Entertainment|Sports

Philly Roller Derby league turns 20 - here’s how the sport skated its way to feminism, anti-racism and queer liberation

Since its start in 1935, roller derby has evolved from a Depression-era fad to TV spectacle to an unabashedly feminist sport that subverts gender norms.

Philly Roller Derby league turns 20 - here’s how the sport skated its way to feminism, anti-racism and queer liberation
Science|Technology

3D printing will help space pioneers make homes, tools and other stuff they need to colonize the Moon and Mars

3D printing in outer space and on alien planets comes with otherworldly challenges.

3D printing will help space pioneers make homes, tools and other stuff they need to colonize the Moon and Mars
Crime|Election|Political|US

The parallels between Kash Patel and William J. Burns, a scandal-mongering 1920s FBI director — an FBI historian explains

Some observers compare FBI Director Kash Patel to J. Edgar Hoover. A better historical match is the politically motivated William J. Burns.

The parallels between Kash Patel and William J. Burns, a scandal-mongering 1920s FBI director — an FBI historian explains
Economy|Food|Political|US

Pennsylvania’s mushroom industry faces urgent labor shortage − and latest immigration policies will likely make it worse

Kennett Square, Pa., is considered the mushroom capital of the world. The industry depends heavily on immigrants, who work physically demanding jobs in tough conditions.

Pennsylvania’s mushroom industry faces urgent labor shortage − and latest immigration policies will likely make it worse
Europe|Political|US|World

The only ‘winner’ here is Putin: Ukraine unites in response to Trump-Zelenskyy spat and resigns itself to new reality

A fractious meeting in Washington has left Ukrainians wondering what will become of relations with the US.

The only ‘winner’ here is Putin: Ukraine unites in response to Trump-Zelenskyy spat and resigns itself to new reality
Economy|Election|Political|US

As Pennsylvania inches toward legalizing recreational cannabis, lawmakers propose selling it in state-owned dispensaries similar to state liquor stores

Recreational cannabis legalization has both Democratic and Republican champions in Harrisburg, but they face significant political hurdles.

As Pennsylvania inches toward legalizing recreational cannabis, lawmakers propose selling it in state-owned dispensaries similar to state liquor stores
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

In pushing for Ukraine elections, Trump is falling into Putin-laid trap to delegitimize Zelenskyy

Ukraine’s leader and opposition leaders have said ‘no’ to elections during wartime – and they have the backing of the majority of Ukrainians.

In pushing for Ukraine elections, Trump is falling into Putin-laid trap to delegitimize Zelenskyy
Americas|Political|US

Who are immigrants to the US, where do they come from and where do they live?

In 2023, approximately 51 million foreign-born people lived in the United States. Almost three-quarters were in the country legally. Half of the rest had some legal protection from deportation.

Who are immigrants to the US, where do they come from and where do they live?
Business|Economy|Food|Political

Philly Whole Foods store becomes first to unionize – a labor expert explains what’s next and how Trump could stall workers’ efforts

A pro-business National Labor Relations Board under President Trump could embolden Whole Foods and other companies to delay negotiations with unionized workers.

Philly Whole Foods store becomes first to unionize – a labor expert explains what’s next and how Trump could stall workers’ efforts
Arts

Music painted on the wall of a Venetian orphanage will be heard again nearly 250 years later

On the wall of an orphanage in Venice, a musicologist encountered a fresco featuring an aria written for an opera. She’s since embarked on a project to bring this forgotten music back.

Music painted on the wall of a Venetian orphanage will be heard again nearly 250 years later

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