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/ 3 days agoWhat is ‘techno-optimism’? 2 technology scholars explain the ideology that says technology is the answer to every problem
Venture capitalist Marc Andreessen is one of this concept’s biggest enthusiasts.
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/ 3 days agoFor millions of Americans, high-speed internet is unavailable or unaffordable − a telecommunications expert explains how to bring broadband to the places that need it the most
Affordable access to high-speed internet brings educational opportunities, economic development and better access to health professionals.
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/ 3 days agoGender-nonconforming ancient Romans found refuge in community dedicated to goddess Cybele
In ancient Rome, male followers of the goddess Cybele, known as Galli, some of whom surgically removed their testicles, were often...
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/ 3 days agoNearsightedness is at epidemic levels – and the problem begins in childhood
While reading, scrolling and focusing on other objects near our faces increase the risk of developing myopia, a little time outdoors...
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/ 3 days agoDo implicit bias trainings on race improve health care? Not yet – but incorporating the latest science can help hospitals treat all patients equitably
Many Black patients experience stark differences in how they’re treated during medical interactions compared to white patients.
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/ 3 days agoSenate approves nearly $61B of Ukraine foreign aid − here’s why it helps the US to keep funding Ukraine
President Joe Biden is expected to soon sign the total $95 billion foreign aid package that covers Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan.
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/ 4 days agoSupreme Court appears open to Starbucks’ claims in labor-organizing case
The case stems from a complaint filed after seven baristas who were attempting to organize a union at a Starbucks shop...
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/ 4 days agoShould family members be in charge of family businesses? We analyzed 175 studies to understand when having a family CEO pays off
Family businesses face unique considerations when making leadership decisions.
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/ 4 days agoCan states prevent doctors from giving emergency abortions, even if federal law requires them to do so? The Supreme Court will decide
EMTALA requires hospitals to provide stabilizing treatment to all patients – but Idaho is arguing that its abortion ban means it...
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/ 4 days agoWhat you eat could alter your unborn children and grandchildren’s genes and health outcomes
Studies show a parent’s poor diet could affect the genes of generations to come – and set up children and grandchildren...