A co-founder of the neo-Nazi group Atomwaffen Division was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison Thursday for a plot to blow up Baltimore’s electrical grid. His group is a key player in the “Accelerationist” movement. https://buff.ly/92mx45E
Tens of millions of Americans are unhappy with both the Democratic and Republican parties. A public policy scholar looks at the structural barriers to giving voters a third choice — even when a billionaire like Elon Musk wants to start one. https://buff.ly/x1CnOPN
In 1986, Jesse Ventura tried to unionize WWE wrestlers. The effort failed when WWF owner Vince McMahon found out - allegedly tipped off by Hulk Hogan himself. https://buff.ly/2rXVDZo
Data shows just how much busier moms get when kids go #backtoschool: 🕒 25 mins less sleep 🏃♀️ 28 mins less free time 💪 7 mins less exercise 🧒 30+ mins more caregiving Meanwhile, dads see much smaller changes.
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Less sleep, less exercise and less relaxation – here’s the data on just how much busier moms are during the school year
Parents spend more time actively engaged with their kids – such as helping with homework or reading together – during the school year than duri...
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From East Timor to Gaza, U.S. officials have often used the same playbook to downplay atrocities committed by American-backed regimes. A new study by genocide scholars reveals six key strategies (including feigned ignorance, diversion, and quiet diplomacy) that have been used for decades to deflect accountability while continuing support.
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Gaza isn’t the first time US officials have downplayed atrocities by American-backed regimes – genocide scholars found similar strategies used from East Timor to Guatemala to Yemen
US officials have used a number of rhetorical strategies – ways of talking about something – to distance the country from, and avoid responsibi...
Transgender, nonbinary and disabled individuals are more negative about AI than cisgender and nondisabled people, according to a new survey
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Transgender, nonbinary and disabled people more likely to view AI negatively, study shows
Some of the marginalized groups most likely to be harmed by AI are also most wary of it. A new study’s findings raise questions about equity and ...
The "100 deadliest days" for teen drivers run from Memorial Day to Labor Day. A third of all teen driver crashes occur during summer, when inexperience meets increased time on the road. Transportation safety researchers explain:
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Teen drivers face unique challenges during ‘100 deadliest days’ of summer, but safety measures can make a difference
The summer months can be especially deadly for teenage drivers. Training, road restrictions and adult guidance can help teen drivers stay safe duri...
Vaccines don’t just prevent deadly and dangerous diseases like measles, polio and COVID-19. A new study found that people who got the shingles vaccine had a 20% lower risk of developing dementia. https://buff.ly/UIQOtUJ
Immigration debates in the U.S. are full of confusing, variably applied terms like “undocumented,” “asylum,” and “parole”. Here’s a brief guide to the legal language:
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Understanding key terms swirling around Alligator Alcatraz and immigration enforcement in the US
The language around immigration in the US is almost as complicated as the system itself.
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Got a kindergartner who will be younger than their classmates? Early support and positive encouragement can make a big difference for their success.
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5 tips for parents of new kindergartners who are younger than their classmates
Kindergartners who are relatively younger than their classroom peers are at risk for doing less well in school. A clinical psychologist explains ho...