Finding ways to move your body while social distancing
Physical activity is important for all kinds of health reasons, even in quarantine.
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Not all kids have computers – and they're being left behind with schools closed by the coronavirus
This real-time snapshot of the digital divide illustrates why education experts are concerned that school closures could…
May 8, 2020
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5 things new graduates should do to plan their careers
Trying to land your dream job during the COVID-19 pandemic may be a daunting challenge. Two university-based job coaches…
May 8, 2020
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Drive-thru iftars and coronavirus task forces: How Muslims are observing obligations to the poor thi
Social distancing has made giving to the poor – an obligation under Islam – harder this Ramadan. Meanwhile Muslim nonprofits…
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COVID-19 shutdowns are clearing the air, but pollution will return as economies reopen
From Nairobi to Los Angeles, pandemic lockdowns have cleared pollution from the skies. But those blue vistas may be temporary,…
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How the flowers you buy your mom for Mother's Day may be tied to the US war on drugs
A program intended to reduce coca production ended up giving two Latin American countries a big boost to their flower power.
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Mothers behind bars nurture relationships with visitors in this unusual prison garden
About half of incarcerated women in the United States are mothers to children under age 18. Natural spaces within a prison…
May 8, 2020
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The killing of Ahmaud Arbery highlights the danger of jogging while black
Research shows black men are less likely to exercise in white neighborhoods. Those who do jog report having police called…
May 7, 2020
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Touching the asteroid Ryugu revealed secrets of its surface and changing orbit
It is a pretty spectacular achievement to not only rendezvous with an asteroid as it is whizzing around the Sun but also…
May 7, 2020
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Is is safe to visit your mother on Mother's Day? A doctor offers a decision checklist
Mothers love to be with their children on Mother's Day, but this year, things might be different. A physician walks…
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New study shows staggering effect of coronavirus pandemic on America's mental health
While there have been spikes across the board, some groups are suffering more than others.
May 7, 2020
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Postwar forced resettlement of Germans echoes through the decades
After World War II ended in Europe, millions of ethnic Germans faced an uncertain future. The political repercussions of…
May 7, 2020
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For Biden, naming Cabinet before election would be a big risk
Vice presidential picks don't have much direct effect on campaigns, but can give voters insight on a candidate's…
May 7, 2020
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Here's how the new Title IX regulations will affect sexual assault cases on campus
Sexual harassment could be harder to prove under new regulations released by the Education Department.
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Tips for managing social isolation during coronavirus, from women on the autism spectrum
Many people with autism spectrum disorder have dealt with social isolation their entire lives. Their coping strategies could…
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Is seltzer water healthy?
Bubbly waters are becoming increasingly popular. While these carbonated, sometimes flavored beverages might cause slight…
May 7, 2020
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Juuling among US youth is about the cool factor, new study suggests
Current legislation focuses on the flavor of e-cigarettes. But the latest research shows the attraction isn't about…
May 7, 2020
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Lasers could speed up coronavirus diagnostics
A team of physicists, virologists and computer scientists are seeking to develop a rapid coronavirus diagnostic tool that…
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