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What the First Amendment really says – 4 basic principles of free speech in the US

  • Written by Lynn Greenky, Associate Professor of Communication and Rhetorical Studies, Syracuse University
imageA protection that is, at least in this Philadelphia park, carved in stone.Zakarie Faibis via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA

Elon Musk has claimed he believes in free speech no matter what. He calls it a bulwark against tyranny in America and promises to reconstruct Twitter, which he now owns, so that its policy on free expression “matches the law...

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Cells routinely self-cannibalize to take out their trash, aiding in survival and disease prevention

  • Written by Åsa Gustafsson, Professor of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of California, San Diego
imageIllustration of an autophagosome (light blue double-membrane to the right) engulfing cellular material.David S. Goodsell and Daniel Klionsky/RCSB PDB-101, CC BY-SA

Don’t let the textbook diagram of a simplified two-dimensional cell fool you – within this tiny structure of life is a complex universe of molecular machinery that is...

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Here's what to do when you encounter people with 'dark personality traits' at work

  • Written by Cinthia Beccacece Satornino, Research Director at the UNH Sales Center and Assistant Professor of Marketing, University of New Hampshire
imageKeeping your eyes and ears open can keep you from falling for the antics of a dark personality.Noel Hendrickson/DigitalVision via Getty Images

Have you ever suffered through tales of greatness from a self-absorbed “friend” who reminds you of Michael Scott from “The Office” – and not in a good way? Have you been...

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Millions of Americans are problem gamblers – so why do so few people ever seek treatment?

  • Written by James P. Whelan, Research Professor of Clinical Health, University of Memphis
imageOnly about 10% of people with a gambling problem ever seek treatment.Sean Gladwell/Moment via Getty Images

The opportunity to gamble has moved from a trip to Vegas, to a drive to a local casino, to the phone in your pocket. And if you’re a sports fan, nudges to place bets have become nearly impossible to ignore, with sports gambling ads and...

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How Black communities cope with trauma triggered by police brutality

  • Written by Deion Scott Hawkins, Assistant Professor of Argumentation & Advocacy, Emerson College
imageA portrait of Tyre Nichols at the entrance of the church where his funeral was held in Memphis, Tenn., on Feb. 1, 2023. Lucy Garrett/Getty Images

The release of footage showing the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols by Memphis police and protests in Atlanta have renewed public debate on the issues of police brutality and police reform.

For some people,...

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State of the Union: What experts have said about Biden's proposed reforms on policing, guns and taxes – 8 essential reads

  • Written by Matt Williams, Senior Breaking News and International Editor
imagePresident Joe Biden delivers the State of the Union address.Jacquelyn Martin, Pool/AP

The speech lasted 70-odd minutes and was interrupted at least 70 times, mostly by standing ovations from supporters, but also from occasional interjections from less sympathetic lawmakers.

There was also policy to dissect in President Joe Biden’s State of the...

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State of the Union address is Biden's chance to shine – and a speechwriter's burden to get voters to listen

  • Written by Mary Kate Cary, Adjunct Professor, Department of Politics and Senior Fellow, UVA's Miller Center, University of Virginia
imagePresident Joe Biden gestures as he delivers his State of the Union address on February 07, 2023 in Washington, DC. Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images

With a speech crammed full of promises – to provide more support to veterans, protect children from online dangers and crack down on fentanyl trafficking, to list just a few – President...

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Many Ukrainians are fleeing to the Greek Catholic Church in Lviv, which has a long and complex history in the Orthodox faith

  • Written by J. Eugene Clay, Associate Professor of Religious Studies, Arizona State University
imageUkrainian Greek Catholic priests celebrating Sunday Mass in Lviv, in western Ukraine.AP Photo/Bernat Armangue

Since Russia invaded Ukraine, millions of refugees have fled westward to escape the fighting. Many have sought shelter in Ukraine’s westernmost city, Lviv, a historic center of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, which has been...

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I treat people with gambling disorder – and I’m starting to see more and more young men who are betting on sports

  • Written by Tori Horn, PhD Student in Clinical Psychology, University of Memphis
imageMany young sports bettors think they're knowledgeable enough to 'beat the system.'Nick Lehr/The Conversation via DALL-E 2, CC BY-SA

As a therapist who treats people with gambling problems, I’ve noticed a shift over the past few years – not only in the profile of the typical clients I treat, but also in the way their gambling problems...

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On the first-ever India Giving Day, the highest-earning ethnic group in the US gets a chance to step up and help their homeland

  • Written by Susan Appe, Associate Professor of Public Administration and Policy, University at Albany, State University of New York
imageMicrosoft CEO and Chairman Satya Nadella is one of the most prominent Indian Americans. Brad Barket/Getty Images for Fast Company

Members of the Indian diaspora living in the U.S. are being urged to step up and channel money back to the homeland during a 24-hour charitable drive.

On March 2, 2023, the first India Giving Day will take place. The plan...

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  1. Chickadees, titmice and nuthatches flocking together benefit from a diversity bonus – so do other animals, including humans
  2. Memphis police numbers dropped by nearly a quarter in recent years – were staffing shortages a factor in the killing of Tyre Nichols?
  3. Mexico made criminal justice reforms in 2008 – they haven't done much to reduce crime
  4. Hurricane Harvey more than doubled the acidity of Texas' Galveston Bay, threatening oyster reefs
  5. How do you make a universal flu vaccine? A microbiologist explains the challenges, and how mRNA could offer a promising solution
  6. Large numbers of Americans want a strong, rough, anti-democratic leader
  7. W.E.B. Du Bois, Black History Month and the importance of African American studies
  8. Atmospheric rivers are hitting the Arctic more often, and increasingly melting its sea ice
  9. Chocolate chemistry – a food scientist explains how the beloved treat gets its flavor, texture and tricky reputation as an ingredient
  10. How did birds survive while dinosaurs went extinct?
  11. Rights of transgender students and their parents are a challenge for schools, courts
  12. The future of flight in a net-zero-carbon world: 9 scenarios, lots of sustainable biofuel
  13. Sports betting apps' notifications and leaderboards encourage more and more wagers – a psychologist who treats gambling addictions explains why some people get hooked
  14. More lunar missions means more space junk around the Moon – two scientists are building a catalog to track the trash
  15. Is the gruesome fun in Netflix's 'Wednesday' realistic? What science says about getting eaten by piranhas and poisoned by nightshade
  16. The politics of blasphemy: Why Pakistan and some other Muslim countries are passing new blasphemy laws
  17. The US and the Philippines' military agreement sends a warning to China – 4 key things to know
  18. As climate change and overuse shrink Lake Powell, the emergent landscape is coming back to life – and posing new challenges
  19. Diversity and moderation over tradition – why Democrats moved South Carolina to the start of the 2024 presidential campaign
  20. Chinese spy balloon over the US: An aerospace expert explains how the balloons work and what they can see
  21. Biden's plan for ending the emergency declaration for COVID-19 signals a pivotal point in the pandemic – 4 questions answered
  22. Native Americans have experienced a dramatic decline in life expectancy during the COVID-19 pandemic – but the drop has been in the making for generations
  23. A brief history of the Black church's diversity, and its vital role in American political history
  24. Police traffic stops can alienate communities and lead to violent deaths like Tyre Nichols' -- is it time to rethink them?
  25. Civil rights legislation sparked powerful backlash that's still shaping American politics
  26. 40 years of legal sports betting in Australia points to risks for US gamblers – and tips for regulators
  27. The ethical dilemmas behind plans for involuntary treatment to target homelessness, mental illness and addiction
  28. Guinea worm: A nasty parasite is nearly eradicated, but the push for zero cases will require patience
  29. New Advanced Placement African American Studies course is a watered down version of itself
  30. 5 facts about John Witherspoon, a slaveholder and the only university president to sign the Declaration of Independence
  31. How legalized sports betting has transformed the fan experience
  32. How the ancient Jewish 'new year for trees' became an Israeli celebration of nature
  33. ChatGPT is great – you're just using it wrong
  34. A journey from work to home is about more than just getting there – the psychological benefits of commuting that remote work doesn't provide
  35. Russia is violating the last remaining nuclear treaty with the US, according to Washington
  36. Why the Fed raised interest rates by the smallest amount since it began its epic inflation fight
  37. What international law says about Israel's planned destruction of Palestinian assailants' homes
  38. City planners are questioning the point of parking garages
  39. Lung cancer rates have decreased for the Marlboro Man, but have risen steeply for nonsmokers and young women – an oncologist explains why
  40. George Santos: A democracy can't easily penalize lies by politicians
  41. US is spending record amounts servicing its national debt – interest rate hikes add billions to the cost
  42. Sheriffs who see themselves as ultimate defenders of the Constitution are especially worried about gun rights
  43. Brazil's economic challenges are again Lula's to tackle – this time around they're more daunting
  44. Why are there prisons? An expert explains the history of using 'correctional' facilities to punish people
  45. How evangelicals moved from supporting environmental stewardship to climate skepticism
  46. US debt default could trigger dollar’s collapse – and severely erode America’s political and economic might
  47. Meet Bayard Rustin, often-forgotten civil rights activist, gay rights advocate, union organizer, pacifist and man of compassion for all in trouble
  48. Limits to computing: A computer scientist explains why even in the age of AI, some problems are just too difficult
  49. Does this cause cancer? How scientists determine whether a chemical is carcinogenic – sometimes with controversial results
  50. 'Acts that defy humanity:' 3 essential reads on police brutality, race and the power of video evidence