Gun violence is a public health epidemic, experts say. It needs to be treated like one.
Dr. Michael Rodriguez is tired of "thoughts and prayers."
Social Sciences
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Syria's climate-scorched wheat fields feed animals, not people
Moussa Fatimi's wheat field was once part of a thriving Syrian breadbasket. Now, he can't even grow enough to feed his family, and the land has been turned over to animals.
Agriculture
Jun 6, 2022
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At least 44% of Earth's land requires conservation to safeguard biodiversity and ecosystem services
New research published in the June 3, 2022 journal Science reveals that 44% of Earth's land area—some 64 million square kilometers (24.7 million square miles) requires conservation to safeguard biodiversity.
Ecology
Jun 2, 2022
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Ensuring cash supplies in crisis and emergency situations
The demand for cash increases in times of crisis since many people consider banknotes and coins to be a particularly safe way to keep money. Moreover, cash is the only instrument of payment that is largely independent of ...
Mathematics
Jun 1, 2022
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Should you feed child guests dinner? What #Swedengate tells us about food culture and social expectations
From meatballs and cakes to soups and seafood, Sweden is known for its hearty cuisine. It's also renowned for its quality of life, topping many countries in happiness, equality and social connection.
Social Sciences
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New global study identifies opportunities for increasing carbon storage on land to mitigate climate change
A new study, "The Global Potential for Increased Storage of Carbon on Land," published today in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), provides a series of geospatial maps that improve our understanding of ...
Earth Sciences
May 30, 2022
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Vanuatu declares climate emergency
Vanuatu's parliament has declared a climate emergency, with the low-lying island nation's prime minister flagging a US$1.2 billion cost to cushion climate change's impacts on his country.
Environment
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People must be 'heart' of climate action, researchers say
Tackling the climate crisis can only be achieved by "placing people at the heart of climate action," researchers say. The research team, led by the University of Exeter, warn against relying solely on breakthroughs in climate ...
Environment
May 26, 2022
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How soaring inflation can be particularly harmful for young people
Inflation rates have become almost impossible to ignore. In the U.K., inflation has soared in recent months, now reaching 9%—the highest rate for 40 years. The Bank of England expects it to rise to 10% this year and for ...
Economics & Business
May 20, 2022
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Climate crisis is driving yellow-billed hornbill to local extinction
The yellow-billed hornbill, a cousin of fan-favorite Zazu from The Lion King, faces local extinction due to the climate crisis. Researchers investigated the effects of high air temperature and drought on the breeding success ...
Plants & Animals
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