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Business|Lifestyle

Entrepreneurs, beware: Owning your own business can make it harder to get hired later

Returning to a 9-to-5 job is more challenging than many expect.

Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel

What a biannual gathering of 1967 Impalas reveals about the blurry line between fandom and religion

Since 2019, fans of the TV series ‘Supernatural’ have flocked to Austin, where their encounters with 1967 Impalas customized to mimic the one used in the show arouse elation, astonishment and tears.

What a biannual gathering of 1967 Impalas reveals about the blurry line between fandom and religion
Health

Dozens of US adolescents are dying from drug overdoses every month − an expert on substance use unpacks the grim numbers with 3 charts

Among adolescents, boys are more likely to die of an overdose than girls, and using combinations of drugs substantially raises the risk of an overdose.

Dozens of US adolescents are dying from drug overdoses every month − an expert on substance use unpacks the grim numbers with 3 charts
Food|Health

US food insecurity surveys aren't getting accurate data regarding Latino families

Questions about food insecurity can be less straightforward than they appear.

US food insecurity surveys aren't getting accurate data regarding Latino families
Health

What does weight-inclusive health care mean? A dietitian explains what some providers are doing to end weight stigma

Research shows that focusing strictly on weight loss is not only ineffective in the long term, it can even be harmful and counterproductive.

What does weight-inclusive health care mean? A dietitian explains what some providers are doing to end weight stigma
Economy|Education|Health|US

Government and nonprofit workers are getting billions in student loan debt canceled through a public service program

Many of the Americans getting this debt relief are nurses, teachers, first responders, Peace Corps volunteers and social workers.

Government and nonprofit workers are getting billions in student loan debt canceled through a public service program
Health|Science

Rabies is an ancient, unpredictable and potentially fatal disease − two rabies researchers explain how to protect yourself

An unexpected case of rabies found in an animal can raise concerns for a potential outbreak. Proactive vaccination of both wildlife and people can help protect everyone.

Rabies is an ancient, unpredictable and potentially fatal disease − two rabies researchers explain how to protect yourself
Arts|Entertainment

Beyoncé’s ‘Blackbiird’ breathes new life into a symbol that has inspired centuries of Black artists, musicians and storytellers

To truly appreciate the track, it’s important to go beyond the long shadow of the Beatles’ version.

Beyoncé’s ‘Blackbiird’ breathes new life into a symbol that has inspired centuries of Black artists, musicians and storytellers
Health|Science

Cannabis legalization has led to a boom in potent forms of the drug that present new hazards for adolescents

THC concentrations in newly available products far exceed those of traditional smoked weed, which can have dangerous unintended consequences in adolescents.

Cannabis legalization has led to a boom in potent forms of the drug that present new hazards for adolescents
Education|US

Unlicensed teachers now dominate new teacher hires in rural Texas schools

When students get unqualified teachers, it’s like missing one-third of the school year – and that’s what’s been happening with rural students in Texas.

Unlicensed teachers now dominate new teacher hires in rural Texas schools
Business|Food|Lifestyle

Plant-based meat alternatives are trying to exit the culture wars – an impossible task?

As vegan meat companies lose revenue, one company is trying a new packaging approach to bring in new consumers. But this step is unlikely to help end the ‘Meat Culture War.’

Plant-based meat alternatives are trying to exit the culture wars – an impossible task?
Africa|Health|News|World

What is mpox? A microbiologist explains what’s known about this smallpox cousin

The World Health Organization had declared mpox a global health threat in 2022 and 2024. While most mpox infections are mild, some can be fatal, and cases are spreading in Africa.

What is mpox? A microbiologist explains what’s known about this smallpox cousin
Environment|Health|News|Science|US

Airdropping vaccines to eliminate canine rabies in Texas – two scientists explain the decades of research behind its success

Two rabies epidemics in animals spurred a state health emergency in Texas and a program that oversees annual mass wildlife vaccination. Millions of doses have been distributed since the ‘90s.

Airdropping vaccines to eliminate canine rabies in Texas – two scientists explain the decades of research behind its success

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