The story of Federico Arellano Jr. and his family is a heartbreaking reminder of the flaws in the United States immigration system. Federico, a U.S. […]
The 9/11 Victims We’re Still Learning About
Twenty-five years after the September 11th terrorist attacks, researchers are preparing to study a group of people whose experiences have received considerably less attention than those of the firefighters, police officers, and other adults who responded to the disaster. They were children. Some were old enough to remember the planes striking the World Trade Center. Others were infants. Some were still in the womb. Many lived in Lower Manhattan or attended school nearby and were exposed to the enormous cloud of dust and debris created when the towers collapsed. Now, a major federal research effort is being established to examine…
The Cost of Closing Forest Research
The U.S. Forest Service is closing 23 research and development facilities across more than a dozen states as part of a sweeping reorganization of the agency. The move has received considerably less attention than many of the administration's other changes to the federal government, but its implications reach far beyond the offices and employees directly affected. The Forest Service conducts research into some of the most fundamental questions facing America's forests. Its scientists study wildfires, invasive species, forest diseases, water resources, wildlife, and the ways forests respond to changing environmental conditions. The agency says the research itself is not being…
Where Is the Opioid Settlement Money Going?
When opioid manufacturers, distributors, and other companies agreed to pay billions of dollars to settle lawsuits over their role in the nation's opioid crisis, the money came with an obvious purpose. Communities had been devastated by addiction and overdose deaths. The settlements were intended to help those communities respond to that devastation, including through treatment, prevention, recovery, and other programs designed to address the consequences of opioid addiction. But now an investigation into Louisiana's use of that money is raising a much bigger question. Who is making sure the money actually goes where it is supposed to go? A joint…
Where Is the Opioid Settlement Money Going?
When opioid manufacturers, distributors, and other companies agreed to pay billions of dollars to settle lawsuits over their role in the nation's opioid crisis, the…
America’s Historic Drop in Homicides Deserves More Attention
For years, Americans have been told that crime is one of the country's most pressing problems. Political campaigns have been built around fears of rising…
When AI Reads Your Medical Records
For years, artificial intelligence in health care was largely discussed as a future technology. Doctors might someday use AI to identify diseases, analyze medical images,…
The Growing Alarm Over Facial Recognition and ICE Detentions
For years, debates about facial recognition technology largely centered on local police departments, airport security, and private sector data collection. More recently, however, a different…
The Cost of Closing Forest Research
The U.S. Forest Service is closing 23 research and development facilities across more than a dozen states as part of a sweeping reorganization of the…
When Politics Enters the Science: The Fight Over What Judges Should Know
The courts routinely deal with questions that judges cannot answer through legal precedent alone. What caused an environmental disaster? How reliable is a particular scientific…
Why Financial Literacy Matters More Than Ever
For generations, financial literacy has been viewed as a personal skill that helps people budget wisely, save for retirement, and avoid unnecessary debt. Today, it…
How Speculators Move Gas Prices
For most Americans, the price of gasoline feels deeply personal. It determines commuting costs, shipping prices, airline tickets, and, indirectly, the cost of groceries and…
The 9/11 Victims We’re Still Learning About
Twenty-five years after the September 11th terrorist attacks, researchers are preparing to study a group of people whose experiences have received considerably less attention than…
Where Is the Opioid Settlement Money Going?
When opioid manufacturers, distributors, and other companies agreed to pay billions of dollars to settle lawsuits over their role in the nation's opioid crisis, the…
NJ Drones: A Modern Echo of Panic in the Skies
Recent weeks have seen a growing wave of reports about mysterious drones appearing in the skies over East Coast states, particularly in New Jersey. Thousands […]
The Alexander Brothers and Hidden Trafficking
Alon, Oren, and Tal Alexander are prominent figures in the luxury real estate industry, known for their significant transactions in New York and Miami. Oren […]
Targeting CEOs: Violence and Rising Tensions
The recent murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside an investor conference in Manhattan has captivated and shocked the nation. This tragedy, followed by a […]
Seoul’s Martial Law: A Warning for America?
On December 4, 2024, South Korea witnessed a shocking moment in its democratic history. President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in the dead of […]
Raw Milk Risks: A Public Health Crisis Brewing Under New Leadership
The recent detection of H5N1 bird flu in a batch of raw milk sold in California has reignited concerns about the safety of unpasteurized dairy […]
The Backlash Against ‘Woke’ Corporate Diversity
The term ‘woke’ has a long and complex history, originating in African American Vernacular English as a call for social and political awareness, particularly regarding […]
The DOGE Dilemma: Musk, Ramaswamy, and “Government Efficiency”
The Trump administration’s latest gambit to ‘streamline’ government involves none other than Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, two tech-industry icons now moonlighting as public-sector efficiency […]
Vaccine Skepticism: A Public Health Challenge
The United States is witnessing a troubling trend: a decline in childhood vaccination rates, coupled with an increase in vaccine exemptions. Recent data from the […]
CHS: Medical Reality or Anti-Weed Hype?
As cannabis use has surged in recent years, so too has the conversation around a condition known as Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS). Characterized by severe […]