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/ 2 months agoAs Gaza ceasefire takes hold, Israeli forces turn to Jenin – a regular target seen as a center of Palestinian resistance
Israel has launched what it describes as an ‘extensive and significant’ operation in the West Bank camp, home to 25,000 refugees.
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/ 2 months agoWhat is seditious conspiracy, which is among the most serious crimes Trump pardoned?
Historically, it has been difficult to convict people of conspiring to overthrow the government or stop its normal functioning.
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/ 2 months agoOzempic and similar weight loss drugs may lower risk of 42 health conditions, but also pose risks
Research shows that people who take these weight-loss medications may have a lower risk of dementia and numerous other health conditions.
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/ 2 months agoHow the oil industry and growing political divides turned climate change into a partisan issue
The climate policy pendulum is swinging back again with Trump in office. Money, lobbying and talking about red vs. blue states...
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/ 2 months agoWarning of ‘oligarchy,’ Biden channels Andrew Jackson
By warning of the threat oligarchy poses to the country, President Joe Biden tapped into a Democratic Party tradition begun in...
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/ 2 months agoAttitudes toward Christian nationalism don’t just boil down to views on race, religion and history − research suggests ‘moral foundations’ play a critical role
Support and opposition to Christian nationalism are linked to people’s moral values more than religious, racial and political tribalism.
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/ 2 months ago‘The geezer game’ – a nearly 50-year-old pickup basketball game – reveals its secrets to longevity
A long-running pickup game in North Carolina – made up of ‘geezers’ with various political leanings – thrives by reducing conflict.
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/ 2 months agoExtreme heat, flooding, wildfires – Colorado’s formerly incarcerated people on the hazards they faced behind bars
More than 65% of formerly incarcerated people reported experiencing climate-related hazards, according to survey results.
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/ 2 months agoWhat is a migrant? What is ICE? 10 terms to help you understand the debate over immigration
Immigration scholars break down some of the immigration terms that are likely to become common during the Trump administration’s first months.
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/ 2 months agoFeeling political distress? Here are coping strategies a psychologist shares with his clients
Politics in America have become more upsetting than ever for big chunks of the population, but there are ways to cope.
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/ 2 months agoPhilanthropy provides $30B annually for science and health research − funding that tends to stay local
Nearly 40% of all gifts and grants and 60% of the total number of dollars given backed initiatives based in the...
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/ 2 months agoHuman use of fire has produced an era of uncontrolled burning: Welcome to the Pyrocene
Humans have become a geologic force by cooking the planet – using fire on a scale that is altering land, water,...
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/ 2 months agoI’m an economist. Here’s why I’m worried the California insurance crisis could trigger broader financial instability
Central bankers agree that climate change poses a threat to the financial system. An insurance crisis is exactly the kind of...
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/ 2 months agoHow nonprofits pitch in before, during and after disasters strike
Large organizations often partner with local nonprofits that are uniquely positioned to mobilize quickly, leveraging their deep understanding of community needs...
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/ 2 months agoAgriculture secretary oversees food production, rural life, and nutrition programs that help millions afford healthy diets
The USDA oversees food production and much more. However, it has little direct power to reduce food prices – a centerpiece...
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/ 2 months agoLuce, a cartoon mascot for Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee, appeals to a younger generation while embracing time-honored traditions
Luce carries symbols that have been associated with pilgrimage in Europe since the 12th century, particularly with the shrine of St....
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/ 2 months agoElectrolyte beverages can help your body stay balanced − but may worsen symptoms if you’re sick
Electrolyte beverages can be a big help for athletes and during flu season – but some may worsen issues such as...
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/ 2 months agoWhy is obesity linked to irregular heart rhythms? Researchers found 1 potential mechanism
Obesity can put strain on the heart, resulting in an increased risk of conditions such as atrial fibrillation, or irregular heart...
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/ 2 months agoLessons from ‘stop and frisk’ can help Philly police use drones to improve safety without compromising civil liberties
The Philadelphia Police Department plans to expand its use of drones, including as first responders.
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/ 2 months agoLearning your political opponents don’t actually hate you can reduce toxic polarization and antidemocratic attitudes
A new video intervention shows correcting Americans’ exaggerated views of political opponents can defuse tensions, reduce support for antidemocratic practices and...
