As U.S. aid flows to Israel, settler violence in the West Bank is surging – with little state restraint. Experts say it’s part of a larger strategy to forcibly reshape the region. https://buff.ly/vZ2k2Ox
When a leader surrounds himself with yes-men, the empire crumbles. Lessons from ancient Rome’s Nero for Trump: #USPolitics @npub1uc0p...cpgf #Histodons
Revoking EPA’s endangerment finding – the keystone of US climate policies – isn’t simple and could have unintended consequences https://buff.ly/1qvvSMK
A staggering 10-20% of Americans report a penicillin allergy, yet fewer than 1% actually have one. This misconception can lead to less effective treatments and increased antibiotic resistance, a pharmacist explains. https://buff.ly/ap3RgYT
AI-powered personalized pricing could charge different people different prices for the same product, raising concerns about fairness and transparency, especially for those less financially savvy. A business professor explains:
Yosemite National Park has been at the center of debates over privatization for over 150 years. The struggle between preservation and profit continues to shape its future, according to a historian. https://buff.ly/0ZsM2Ou
The richest 1% of Americans now have 5x more wealth than the bottom 50%. Meanwhile, 59% of Americans can't cover a $1000 emergency expense. Strengthening collective labor rights may reduce economic inequality, according to political scientists. https://buff.ly/VT4yOMN
Black teachers make up only 3.7% of educators in Pennsylvania, despite 14.5% of students being Black. Philly students consistently named their Black #teachers and counselors as the most influential adults in their planning for life after graduation. #BlackMastodon @npub1e4zk...xz2t
An FDA panel’s move to cast doubt on antidepressants in pregnancy contradicts decades of research showing the benefits outweigh the risks. Experts warn this could worsen the maternal mental health crisis. https://buff.ly/jN4EOdt
UN estimates show Jewish settlers have carried out around 2,000 attacks against Palestinians since the Gaza war began, a dramatic surge compared to previous periods. https://buff.ly/MiK4YCC