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AI Can Make Reading Books Feel Obsolete – And Students Have A Lot To Lose
Artificial intelligence is dramatically changing how people engage with books or other kinds of writing.
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The Case That Saved The Press — And Why Trump Wants It Gone
Overturning New York Times v. Sullivan would remove a key legal protection for the news media.
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How The World’s Highest Court Bolstered The Fight For Climate Reparations
The International Court of Justice ruling that climate harm violates international law is expected to shape current — and future — climate lawsuits.
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The 225-Year-Old Library Of Congress Remains A ‘Library For All’ — So Far
Trump fired the head of the library in May saying she put inappropriate books in the library for children.
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The Number Of Family Caregivers Is Surging
A new report shows that more than 63 million Americans serve as family caregivers — and they’re managing financial risks, poor health and isolation.
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One Of The Biggest Microplastic Pollution Sources? Your Tires
Tire wear particles have been found to account for about 45% of all microplastics in both terrestrial and aquatic systems.
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Why Americans Are Less Likely To Voice Their Opinions On Political Issues
The robust debate so necessary to deliberations in a democracy is squelched as the views of a minority come to be seen as the only “acceptable” political views.
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Trump Administration Won’t Publish Major Climate Change Reports on NASA Website
Critics, including scientists, accuse the administration of trying to bury vital information.
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School Smartphone Bans Reflect Growing Concern Over Mental Health, Academics
Hawaiʻi’s Legislature considered several bills aimed at banning smartphones in school but none of them passed.
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How Artificial Intelligence Controls Your Health Insurance Coverage
AI can help improve care and reduce costs. But it can also lead to delays in care or even denials, all in the name of saving money.