How far away was that lightning?
When you see a bolt of lightning, do you immediately start counting to see how far off a storm is? An atmospheric scientist…
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Why Jefferson’s vision of American Islam matters today
As President Trump resumes an annual tradition of celebrating Ramadan, it provides a moment to remember that Islam has long…
June 7, 2018
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Scientists are using DNA to study ocean life and reveal the hidden diversity of zooplankton
DNA sequencing is making it possible for scientists to identify thousands of species of zooplankton – drifting animals…
June 7, 2018
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How Korean boy band BTS toppled Asian stereotypes – and took America by storm
K-pop has been hugely popular in Asia, but has never able to catch on in the U.S. – until BTS topped the Billboard 200.
June 7, 2018
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How female protagonists have changed – and stayed the same – in young adult fiction
Female protagonists in young adult fiction are unlikely heroines who embrace their flaws. But when it comes to diversity,…
June 7, 2018
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Migrants' latest health challenge: Scabies
Migrants face many health problems, from mental health issues to diseases. The latest threat is scabies.
June 7, 2018
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Trump may intervene in the power markets to keep coal and nuclear plants running. Does that make sen
There is simply no credible evidence supporting the contention that America is experiencing a grid emergency.
June 6, 2018
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¿Igualdad de género? Para las mujeres en política esto no existe
Incluso en la Europa igualitaria, las mujeres políticas deben luchar contra los estereotipos de género, la cobertura de…
June 6, 2018
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California's jungle primary sets up polarized governor's race for November
The top two system in California was created to draw out more centrist candidates and voters, but data from primaries past…
June 6, 2018
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Leyes de deportación de Trump dejan terribles huellas psicológicas en los migrantes
Un suicidio en Tijuana arroja luz sobre el trauma que enfrentan los inmigrantes indocumentados en Donald Trump's America.
June 6, 2018
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Why long-term separation from parents harms kids
Kids often experience anxiety when separated from parents for short periods. Longer separations, happening with some immigrant…
June 6, 2018
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EPA staff say the Trump administration is changing their mission from protecting human health and th
Government agencies are supposed to listen to the industries they regulate, but what if they tune out everyone else? Scholars…
June 6, 2018
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I want your (anonymized) social media data
Researchers analyze social media data to gain useful insights into modern society and culture. But it's important to…
June 6, 2018
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Why won't scientific evidence change the minds of Loch Ness monster true believers?
If you're committed to a belief, it's hard to let go. Psychology and philosophy provide different ways to think…
June 6, 2018
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How a masculine culture that favors sexual conquests gave us today's 'incels'
Incels compare themselves to other men, before blaming women for withholding sex from, in their perception, deserving men.
June 6, 2018
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Why pregnant women with depression often slip through the cracks
Depression can have a profound impact on mothers and their children. But women often have no idea that they have depression…
June 6, 2018
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Microplastics may heat marine turtle nests and produce more females
Little chunks of plastic are now scattered throughout the oceans and pollute most beaches around the world, including the…
June 6, 2018
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4 charts showing why putting tariffs on your friends is a bad idea
The Trump administration recently imposed tariffs of up to 25 percent on foreign steel and aluminum – including from the…
June 6, 2018
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