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Economy|Finance|Political|US

Inflation is heating up again, putting pressure on Trump to cool it on tariffs

The consumer price index rose by 0.5% in January, meaning Americans are now paying 3% more on items than they were 12 months ago.

Inflation is heating up again, putting pressure on Trump to cool it on tariffs
Education|Political|Science

Helping teachers learn what works in the classroom − and what doesn’t − will get a lot harder without the Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences

The nonpartisan arm of the Education Department supports research and shares data on student progress. It identifies what works and what doesn’t.

Helping teachers learn what works in the classroom − and what doesn’t − will get a lot harder without the Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences
Environment|Health|Science

Some viruses prefer mosquitoes to humans, but people get sick anyway − a virologist and entomologist explain why

The virus that causes eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE, has evolved to infect mosquitoes. To be able to spread between people, however, it faces extra challenges.

Some viruses prefer mosquitoes to humans, but people get sick anyway − a virologist and entomologist explain why
News|Political|World

Hezbollah alone will decide whether Lebanon − already on the brink of collapse − gets dragged into Israel-Hamas war

Hezbollah dominates Lebanon’s sectarian political system, giving the paralyzed government little choice if the militant group chooses to join Hamas’ war against Israel.

Hezbollah alone will decide whether Lebanon − already on the brink of collapse − gets dragged into Israel-Hamas war
MidEast|News|Political|World

What would it take for a cease-fire to happen in Gaza?

Calls for a cease-fire in Gaza are driven by humanitarian compassion and principles. But cease-fires are also technically complicated military and political ventures.

What would it take for a cease-fire to happen in Gaza?
Environment|News|Science

COP28: 7 food and agriculture innovations needed to protect the climate and feed a rapidly growing world

Food systems are increasingly disrupted by climate disasters, while also being a major contributor to climate change. World leaders at COP28 vowed to do something about it.

COP28: 7 food and agriculture innovations needed to protect the climate and feed a rapidly growing world
Election|News|Opinion|US

US Supreme Court decision on Trump-Colorado ballot case 'monumental' for democracy itself, not just 2024 presidential election

The US Supreme Court faces a case with huge repercussions for the 2024 presidential election – and American democracy. An election law scholar explains why.

US Supreme Court decision on Trump-Colorado ballot case 'monumental' for democracy itself, not just 2024 presidential election
MidEast|News|Political|World

Why both Israel and Hezbollah are eager to avoid tit-for-tat attacks escalating into full-blown war

Israel and Hezbollah are engaged in tit-for-tat attacks, but a diplomatic path still exists to avoid an escalation.

Why both Israel and Hezbollah are eager to avoid tit-for-tat attacks escalating into full-blown war
Economy|Science|Technology|US

Biden’s ‘hard look’ at liquefied natural gas exports raises a critical question: How does natural gas fit with US climate goals?

The US, a minor liquefied natural gas supplier a decade ago, now is the world’s top source. That’s good for energy security, but bad for Earth’s climate. An energy scholar explains the trade-offs.

Biden’s ‘hard look’ at liquefied natural gas exports raises a critical question: How does natural gas fit with US climate goals?
Election|News|Political|US

Supreme Court skeptical that Colorado − or any state − should decide for whole nation whether Trump is eligible for presidency

Partisan differences at the Supreme Court seemed to be set aside as conservative and liberal justices alike asserted concerns about giving states too much power over national elections.

Supreme Court skeptical that Colorado − or any state − should decide for whole nation whether Trump is eligible for presidency
News|Science

The Russia-Ukraine War has caused a staggering amount of cultural destruction – both seen and unseen

In addition to destroyed buildings, there’s an entire underground world – filled with untold numbers of artifacts, bones and ruins – that are exposed and damaged by the digging of trenches.

The Russia-Ukraine War has caused a staggering amount of cultural destruction – both seen and unseen
Environment|Science

Removing PFAS from public water will cost billions and take time – here are ways to filter out some harmful ‘forever chemicals’ at home

Filtering out PFAS is only the first step. These ‘forever chemicals’ still have to be destroyed, and there are many questions about how to do that safely.

Removing PFAS from public water will cost billions and take time – here are ways to filter out some harmful ‘forever chemicals’ at home
News|World

I’ve spent decades overseeing relief operations around the world, and here’s what’s going wrong in Gaza

A United Nations agency known as UNRWA is the main player in crisis response in Gaza – but Israel will no longer work with UNRWA, and border crossings are not consistent in getting aid through.

I’ve spent decades overseeing relief operations around the world, and here’s what’s going wrong in Gaza
Lifestyle|Science

Young Hondurans’ desire to migrate is influenced by factors beyond poverty and violence

New research challenges the conventional wisdom that those who enjoy some form of employment and strong support networks are more inclined to attach themselves to a set geography.

Young Hondurans’ desire to migrate is influenced by factors beyond poverty and violence
Election|News|US

2020’s ‘fake elector’ schemes will be harder to try in 2024 – but not impossible

In the 2020 presidential election, groups of self-appointed electors in seven states met to cast votes for Donald Trump, even though Joe Biden had carried their states. Could that happen again?

2020’s ‘fake elector’ schemes will be harder to try in 2024 – but not impossible
Education|Opinion

Court blocks grants to Black women entrepreneurs in case that could restrict DEI efforts by companies and charities

A scholar of nonprofits explains why she’s concerned that the decision in the Fearless Fund case could discourage all efforts focused on diversity, equity and inclusion.

Court blocks grants to Black women entrepreneurs in case that could restrict DEI efforts by companies and charities
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

Escalating Israel-Hezbollah clashes threaten to spark regional war and force US into conflict with Iran

A full-blown war between Israel and Hezbollah would likely set the entire region on fire, involving Iran and its proxies, and could drag the US into direct confrontation with Tehran.

Escalating Israel-Hezbollah clashes threaten to spark regional war and force US into conflict with Iran
Crime|News|Opinion|Political

Loss of Supreme Court legitimacy can lead to political violence

What happens if the highest court in the land loses legitimacy?

Loss of Supreme Court legitimacy can lead to political violence
Opinion|Technology

Online fundraising may require different strategies for different devices − new research

Because smartphones can make people focus more on their personal needs, it can be harder to persuade their users to donate on them than it is when someone sees an appeal on their PC.

Online fundraising may require different strategies for different devices − new research
MidEast|News|World

With Hezbollah and Hamas assassinations, Netanyahu shows willingness to risk regional war for political survival

A full-blown war between Israel and Hezbollah would likely set the entire region on fire, involving Iran and its proxies, and could drag the US into direct confrontation with Tehran.

With Hezbollah and Hamas assassinations, Netanyahu shows willingness to risk regional war for political survival
MidEast|News|World

Assassination is always unlawful − regardless of who is killed and on whose orders

The release of a Russian hit man and the assassination of Israel’s enemies in Lebanon and Iran have shone a spotlight on killings carried out on state orders.

Assassination is always unlawful − regardless of who is killed and on whose orders
Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|News

More cities are getting hit by multiple disasters, and that complicates everything from insurance to rebuilding

A town hit hard by two hurricanes, downpours and a deep freeze, all in the midst of a pandemic, offers crucial lessons for everyone’s disaster planning and recovery.

More cities are getting hit by multiple disasters, and that complicates everything from insurance to rebuilding
Science|Technology

Chip that steers terahertz beams sets stage for ultrafast internet of the future

As more internet devices run increasingly data-heavy apps, there’s a squeeze on the wireless spectrum. High-frequency terahertz waves could ease the crunch with the help of chips that control the beams.

Chip that steers terahertz beams sets stage for ultrafast internet of the future
Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Opinion

Poor people are business owners, too – but myths around poverty and entrepreneurship hold them back

A poverty expert debunks the false narratives that hold back disadvantaged entrepreneurs.

Poor people are business owners, too – but myths around poverty and entrepreneurship hold them back
Election|News|US

No, local election officials can’t block certification of results – there are plenty of legal safeguards

Concerns are mounting that some election officials might subvert the results of the 2024 presidential election by refusing to certify results. An election law expert says the law now prevents that.

No, local election officials can’t block certification of results – there are plenty of legal safeguards

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