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One of the best ways to shape public policy is for experts to submit detailed, technical information through the public…
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At one point, turkey was jockeying with duck and chicken for king of the Thanksgiving table.
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The herb kratom has a large following and is so popular that it is sold in vending machines. The FDA recently issued a public…
In the 19th century, puddings were as popular and widespread as pasta dishes are today.
Scholars answer key questions about Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Huricane Maria, which destroyed the island two months…
For more than half of those leaving Puerto Rico, returning home is still a possibility.
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On Black Friday, November 24, outdoor retailer REI will close its stores and urge customers to #OptOutside. But a historian…
The House just passed its version of the tax plan, which includes about US$1 trillion in cuts for corporations. The question,…
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Today's news can often involve mind-bogglingly large numbers. A math professor shares some tricks for understanding…
Nonprofit fundraisers have long relied on matching funds to encourage giving without knowing if they work. Recent research…