How bachata rose from Dominican Republic’s brothels and shantytowns to become a global sensation
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How bachata rose from Dominican Republic’s brothels and shantytowns to become a global sensation
From rural roots to international ballrooms, bachata has transformed from being disdained to becoming a global symbol of Dominican identity and rei...
Neanderthals likely ate fermented meat with a side of maggots
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Neanderthals likely ate fermented meat with a side of maggots
New research highlights the prevalence of maggots as an easily obtained, nutrient-rich supplement of ancient hominin diets.
School shootings reshape communities beyond the schoolyard. Residents withdraw from public spaces, leading to lasting declines in consumer activity.
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School shootings leave lasting scars on local economies, research shows
People spend less on groceries, restaurants and public activities for months after a fatal school shooting − costing communities millions.
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The ancient Greeks didn’t see the beach as a getaway. They saw it as a gateway to danger, death and the gods.
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The beach wasn’t always a vacation destination - for the ancient Greeks, it was a scary place
Beach vacations became popular only around the 19th-20th centuries – as part of the lifestyle of the wealthy.
New satellite technology can map wildfire smoke plumes in 3D, enabling more precise air quality alerts down to the neighborhood level. This data could lead to more accurate air quality forecasts and targeted health advisories, according to a professor of chemical engineering.
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Which wildfire smoke plumes are hazardous? New satellite tech can map them in 3D for air quality alerts at neighborhood scale
As wildfire smoke becomes a frequent summer hazard across large parts of the US, knowing the risk at the neighborhood scale matters for human health.
Wind energy provides steady income for farmers, with lease payments of $5,000-$10,000 per turbine annually. In some Texas counties, wind farms contribute up to 69% of local tax revenue.
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How wind and solar power help keep America’s farms alive
Rural counties also benefit in jobs, manufacturing and tax revenue that will be hard to replace as the US government slashes support for the indust...
When religion is closely linked with the state, it can lead to lower levels of religious participation instead of boosting it, according to a religion and political science scholar.
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Why government support for religion doesn’t necessarily make people more religious
History shows that governments’ attempts to strengthen religious institutions can backfire.
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The meaning and application of due process has become a crucial issue, most often with respect to the Trump administration’s migrant deportation efforts. A legal scholar traces the origins of due process from medieval England to modern America:
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Due process: What it means in US law and its implications for migrant rights
The meaning and application of due process has become a crucial issue in the US, most often with respect to the Trump administration’s migrant de...
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Colorado's Marshall Fire survivors share their stories of loss, resilience and community support through an oral history project. Their experiences offer insights for other communities facing climate-related disasters.
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Colorado’s Marshall Fire survivors find healing and meaning through oral history project
Oral history contributors were able to share their stories, and many felt a sense of healing.
Reading still matters, even when listening is an option. Each activity offers something different, and they are not interchangeable, explains a language scientist.
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Do you really need to read to learn? What neuroscience says about reading versus listening
Whether reading a book or listening to a podcast, the goal is the same: understanding. But these activities support comprehension in different ways.
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