How to be as safe as possible in your house of worship
To keep congregations safe, religious services must take a different approach.
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Why are white supremacists protesting the deaths of black people?
They're not really protesting – they're hoping to find an opportunity to spark violence and trigger a war between…
June 5, 2020
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Minneapolis' 'long, hot summer' of '67 – and the parallels to today's protests over police brutality
After a riot broke out in 1967, Minneapolis officials squandered an opportunity to address the structural racism that led…
June 5, 2020
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Venezuelan migrants face crime, conflict and coronavirus at Colombia’s closed border
The coronavirus-related closure of the Colombian border hasn't stopped desperate Venezuelans from entering – but…
June 5, 2020
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What goes into the toilet doesn’t always stay there, and other coronavirus risks in public bathrooms
Public restrooms can be scary when it comes to coronavirus, and they get scarier when you look at how the virus spreads.…
June 5, 2020
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A window into the hearts and minds of billionaire donors
A careful review of more than 200 letters written by the wealthy people who signed the Giving Pledge over its first decade…
June 5, 2020
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Summer visitors to American parks choose safety first over freedom to roam
A new survey finds that Americans are willing to accept limits on visitors to public lands to reduce crowds, and want staff…
June 5, 2020
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It's time to rethink the disrupted US food system from the ground up
There's growing interest in making the US food system more resilient and flexible, but soil – the origin of nearly…
June 5, 2020
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Uprisings after pandemics have happened before – just look at the English Peasant Revolt of 1381
With the plague decimating the ranks of laborers, surviving workers started pining for higher wages. When the monarchy responded…
June 5, 2020
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A few superspreaders transmit the majority of coronavirus cases
Epidemiological data suggests that 80% of COVID-19 cases can be traced to just 20% of those infected with SARS-CoV-2.
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Science of 'Seinfeld'
As the 31st anniversary of TV's 'Seinfeld' approaches, let's take a look at what science has to say about…
June 5, 2020
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Rain plays a surprising role in making some restored prairies healthier than others
Restoring former prairies that have been plowed under for farming delivers land, wildlife and climate benefits. But a new…
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A new hybrid fungus is found in hospitals and linked to lung disease
Researchers have discovered the first known example of a hybrid fungus that infects humans.
June 4, 2020
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What is tear gas?
The chemical weapon, tear gas, was used in Washington DC, Los Angeles, Orlando and several other cities to control crowds…
June 4, 2020
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Compare the flu pandemic of 1918 and COVID-19 with caution – the past is not a prediction
Differences in the viruses' biology and societal contexts mean there's no guarantee today's pandemic will mirror…
June 4, 2020
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A justification for unrest? Look no further than the Bible and the Founding Fathers
Understanding how unrest informed both early Christianity and the foundational stories of the United States can serve as…
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We may be safer now from coronavirus than we were three months ago, but we're not totally safe
If coronavirus is still circulating, why are we safer now that social distancing measures have been relaxed? A public health…
June 4, 2020
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A Lyme disease vaccine doesn't exist, but a yearly antibody shot shows promise at preventing infecti
Researchers are developing a seasonal shot that blocks Lyme disease-causing bacteria from a tick.
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How to protest during a pandemic and still keep everyone safe from coronavirus: 6 questions answered
It's nearly impossible to avoid close contact when protesting, and easy to forget the risks. An infectious disease expert…
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