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/ 12 months agoPhilly undercounts students who are homeless – here’s what parents need to know to advocate for their child
A professor of counseling who researches homelessness offers tips so parents can make sure their child gets the school support and...
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/ 12 months agoWhat is an abaya − and why does it cause such controversy in France? A scholar of European studies explains
In some conservative countries, the abaya is part of expected dress. But in countries where Muslims are in the minority, the...
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/ 12 months agoWildland firefighters face a huge pay cut without action by Congress – here’s how physically demanding this lifesaving job is
Wildland firefighters need the endurance of a cyclist in the Tour de France, and the work takes a toll on their...
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/ 12 months agoSupreme Court supermajority will clarify its constitutional revolution this year, deciding cases on guns and regulations
The Supreme Court in recent terms has upended the interpretation of core laws. This term, the justices will decide just how...
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/ 12 months agoFossil fuel workers have the skills to succeed in green jobs, but location is a major barrier to a just transition
In a greener future, what becomes of current fossil fuel workers? Despite possessing skills applicable to green industries, their geographical locations...
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/ 12 months agoOn Sukkot, the Jewish ‘Festival of booths,’ each sukkah is as unique as the person who builds it
Like many Jewish practices, the harvest festival of Sukkot largely takes place at home − meaning families can incorporate many meaningful...
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/ 12 months agoLoud sounds at movies and concerts can cause hearing loss, but there are ways to protect your ears
About 40 million Americans have hearing problems due to exposure to loud sounds.
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/ 12 months agoWhy separating fact from fiction is critical in teaching US slavery
Though it is a fact that some enslaved people learned valuable skills, it’s a myth that they had the same path...
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/ 12 months agoWhat are APIs? A computer scientist explains the data sockets that make digital life possible
How do all the different pieces of digital technology you use every day – weather apps, online banking, games and so...
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/ 12 months agoRemote workers are more aware of cybersecurity risks than in-office employees: new study
A survey of remote and office workers found that people working from home were more likely to take steps to protect...