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Environment|Health|Science

Extreme heat silently accelerates aging on a molecular level − new research

People living in locations that experience frequent extreme heat days age faster at the molecular level.

Extreme heat silently accelerates aging on a molecular level − new research
Political|US

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs advises the president on use of America’s military power

The highest-ranking military officer in the country, the chairman has no direct command authority. His role is as a presidential adviser rather than a decision-maker.

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs advises the president on use of America’s military power
Political|US

We study mass surveillance for social control, and we see Trump laying the groundwork to ‘contain’ people of color and immigrants

Create a moral panic. Blame it on certain people. Commence monitoring. Deploy droves of security agents. Detain or remove the targets. Sound familiar?

We study mass surveillance for social control, and we see Trump laying the groundwork to ‘contain’ people of color and immigrants
Economy|Education|Health|Science|US

Rural Americans don’t live as long as those in cities − new research

The study shows rates for smoking, obesity and chronic conditions such as heart disease are comparatively higher in rural areas, leading to shorter life expectancy.

Rural Americans don’t live as long as those in cities − new research
Business|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Technology

Why Trump’s meme coin is a cash grab

Roughly 80% of the coin supply will be distributed to its founders over the course of three years – and that could leave everyday investors holding the bag.

Why Trump’s meme coin is a cash grab
Political|US

Trump promises to end birthright citizenship and shut down the border – a legal scholar explains the challenges these actions could face

While the president has a broad range of immigration and national security powers, he cannot change US law on his own.

Trump promises to end birthright citizenship and shut down the border – a legal scholar explains the challenges these actions could face
Business|Technology

What are Hollywood actors and writers afraid of? A cinema scholar explains how AI is upending the movie and TV business

What would you do if the industry you work in could clone your skills, style and even the way you look and sound?

Science|Technology

What is quantum advantage? A quantum computing scientist explains an approaching milestone marking the arrival of extremely powerful computers

Several companies have made quantum computers, but these early models have yet to demonstrate quantum advantage: the ability to outstrip ordinary supercomputers.

What is quantum advantage? A quantum computing scientist explains an approaching milestone marking the arrival of extremely powerful computers
Education|Science

AI can teach math teachers how to improve student skills

New research suggests artificial intelligence can make professional development programs more accessible and effective.

AI can teach math teachers how to improve student skills
Food|Uncategorized

A bottle of scotch recently sold for $2.7 million – what's behind such outrageous prices?

The history of whiskey is one of perception, not necessarily quality.

A bottle of scotch recently sold for $2.7 million – what's behind such outrageous prices?
Business|Economy|News|US

A Supreme Court ruling on fishing for herring could sharply curb federal regulatory power

An important but controversial legal doctrine, known as Chevron deference, is at issue in two fishing cases. The outcome could affect many sectors across the nation.

A Supreme Court ruling on fishing for herring could sharply curb federal regulatory power
News|US

Republicans are pushing for drastic asylum changes – an immigration law scholar breaks down the proposal

A GOP proposal would make it nearly impossible for most migrants now crossing the US border to gain asylum and the right to remain in the country.

Republicans are pushing for drastic asylum changes – an immigration law scholar breaks down the proposal
Technology

Electric vehicles are suddenly hot − but the industry has traveled a long road to relevance

This seemingly cutting-edge technology isn’t entirely new to our century.

Electric vehicles are suddenly hot − but the industry has traveled a long road to relevance
Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty

How the Academy Awards became ‘the biggest international fashion show free-for-all’

Through their media savvy, two consultants were able to make the Oscars as much about the attire as the gold statuettes.

How the Academy Awards became ‘the biggest international fashion show free-for-all’
Arts|Education|Lifestyle|Opinion

A Barbie dollhouse and a field trip led me to become an architect − now I lead a program that teaches architecture to mostly young women in South Central Los Angeles

Women are underrepresented in architecture, occupying just 25% of jobs in the field. An architecture professor shares insights from her childhood on how those numbers can be turned around.

A Barbie dollhouse and a field trip led me to become an architect − now I lead a program that teaches architecture to mostly young women in South Central Los Angeles
Business|Economy|Health|Lifestyle|US

Buyouts can bring relief from medical debt, but they’re far from a cure

Local governments are increasingly buying – and forgiving – their residents’ medical debt.

Buyouts can bring relief from medical debt, but they’re far from a cure
Crime|Lifestyle|Opinion

Supreme Court to consider whether local governments can make it a crime to sleep outside if no inside space is available

Legal precedents hold that criminalizing someone for their status, such as being homeless, is cruel and unusual punishment. But what if that status leads to actions like sleeping in public spaces?

Supreme Court to consider whether local governments can make it a crime to sleep outside if no inside space is available
Science|Technology

‘Noise’ in the machine: Human differences in judgment lead to problems for AI

Just as human biases show up in machine learning systems, so, too, do people’s vagaries and vicissitudes.

‘Noise’ in the machine: Human differences in judgment lead to problems for AI
Education

I served as a college president for nearly two decades – I know choosing the right commencement speaker can be fraught with risks

The right commencement speaker can create a memorable experience, generate favorable media coverage for the school and inspire donors. So why do colleges miss the mark on this once-a-year decision?

I served as a college president for nearly two decades – I know choosing the right commencement speaker can be fraught with risks
News|US|World

Biden’s immigration order won’t fix problems quickly – 4 things to know about what’s changing

Biden’s executive order won’t apply to undocumented minors who enter the US alone. And the order will require the help of Mexico and other countries.

Biden’s immigration order won’t fix problems quickly – 4 things to know about what’s changing
Education|Health|Lifestyle

Young adults who fare relatively well after spending time in the child welfare system say steady support from caring grown-ups made a big difference

It’s hard to start living on your own after turning 18 and aging out of foster care.

Young adults who fare relatively well after spending time in the child welfare system say steady support from caring grown-ups made a big difference
News|US|World

Supreme Court rules cities can ban homeless people from sleeping outdoors – Sotomayor dissent summarizes opinion as ‘stay awake or be arrested’

In a major homelessness ruling, the Supreme Court holds that cities and municipalities can punish people for sleeping outside, even when they have nowhere else to go.

Supreme Court rules cities can ban homeless people from sleeping outdoors – Sotomayor dissent summarizes opinion as ‘stay awake or be arrested’
Health

Students with mental health struggles linked to absenteeism and lower grades, showing clear need for more in-school support

More preteen boys are struggling with behavioral issues, while more teen girls are experiencing anxiety and depression.

Students with mental health struggles linked to absenteeism and lower grades, showing clear need for more in-school support
Education

US math teachers view student performance differently based on race and gender

Researchers asked math teachers why certain groups do better at math than others. The teachers had different answers for different groups.

US math teachers view student performance differently based on race and gender

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