Langston Hughes – domestic pariah, international superstar
To foreigners, he was a fellow traveler who recognized the plight of the oppressed.
March 20, 2020
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Parents, cut yourself some slack on screen time limits while you're stuck at home
Families may want to relax some of their usual rules for digital media use due to social distancing. But keeping bedtime…
March 19, 2020
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New federal sick leave law – who's eligible, who's not and how many weeks do you get
Confused about how the new law affects you? You're not alone. An employment law scholar explains the ins and outs.
March 19, 2020
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How to stop touching your face to minimize spread of coronavirus and other germs
Studies have shown that some people touch their faces as often as 23 times an hour. Some studies have also shown that face-touching…
March 19, 2020
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How to maintain physical and mental health during coronavirus
There are plenty of ways to keep your mind and body active and healthy during the outbreak.
March 19, 2020
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Older people are at more risk from COVID-19 because of how the immune system ages
Different demographics are more or less vulnerable to serious complications from the coronavirus. A virologist explains…
March 19, 2020
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Coronavirus: Will courts continue to operate, preserving the rule of law?
Compared to many other advanced countries, both federal and state court systems in the United States are behind in using…
March 19, 2020
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Did the US commit crimes in Afghanistan? International prosecutors want to find out
There are many hurdles to a successful prosecution of individuals accused of war crimes and crimes against humanity. But…
March 19, 2020
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How to make presidential debates serve voters, not candidates
Three new approaches in the field of competitive academic debate offer ideas that could help presidential debates serve…
March 19, 2020
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3 smart ways to use screen time while coronavirus keeps kids at home
There are ways to use tech to help kids learn, explore their interests and get creative.
March 19, 2020
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The US owes $23.5 trillion – but can still afford a big coronavirus stimulus package
The Trump administration is asking for US$850 billion in stimulus spending. Given the debt's already at record levels,…
March 18, 2020
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Trump's right: Congress should give Americans US$1,000 a month right now to fight the coronavirus re
An economist specializing in inequality explains how a basic income guarantee is just what low-wage workers and the economy…
March 18, 2020
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Coronavirus quarantines and your legal rights: 4 questions answered
An expert explains how your individual rights could be affected during the coronavirus crisis.
March 18, 2020
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Migrants at US-Mexico border must get past cartels before their long journey ends
The US may be in sight from the border towns of Sonora, Mexico, but the trip is far from over. Cartels control the desert…
March 18, 2020
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Coronavirus reminds Americans that pursuit of happiness is tied to the collective good
As the coronavirus spreads far and wide, a political philosopher argues that it is a time to understand that the idea of…
March 18, 2020
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How Chinese people came together when separated by quarantine, creating hope, humor and art
The human spirit is tested during difficult times, but a scholar already has found examples of how people found ways to…
March 18, 2020
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How hope can keep you healthier and happier
Hope can be acquired. How? Here are some suggestions from an expert.
March 18, 2020
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The coronavirus could be Generation Z's 9/11
We don't know how long-lasting the effects of the virus will be, but the outbreak is already having a deep psychological…
March 18, 2020
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The digital divide leaves millions at a disadvantage during the coronavirus pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing people to study and work online. It's also sparked a need for news and information.…
March 18, 2020
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Don’t expect the coronavirus epidemic in the US to bring down President Trump
Usually when a leader handles a crisis poorly, it's politically costly. But President Trump's mishandling of the…
March 18, 2020
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