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March 01, 2023

Natural Disasters

Ancient Tsunami Detectives Hunt for Long-Lost Cataclysms

Gigantic tsunamis have been decimating coastlines since time immemorial and hold warnings for our present and future

By Nathaniel Scharping,Hakai Magazine

Psychology

Many Differences Between Liberals and Conservatives May Boil Down to One Belief

Conservatives tend to believe that strict divisions are an inherent part of life. Liberals do not

By Jer Clifton

Renewable Energy

Ukrainians Shift to Renewable Power for Energy Security amid War

Russia's war in Ukraine has caused widespread power cuts, spurring a rise in demand for residential solar power units

By Sara Schonhardt,E&E News

Renewable Energy

7 Ways Jimmy Carter Has Improved America's Energy Future--Or Tried To

As U.S. president, Jimmy Carter championed renewable energy, conservation and other then fringe efforts that are powerhouses today

By Mark Fischetti

Public Health

The Pandemic's Mental Toll, and Does Telehealth Work? Your Health Quickly, Episode 1

Hosts Josh Fischman and Tanya Lewis explore the pandemic's mental health toll on teens and young adults. They also delve into the effectiveness of telehealth, which has been booming since the start of the pandemic.

By Josh Fischman,Tanya Lewis,Tulika Bose | 10:38

Politics

We Must Prevent a New Nuclear Arms Race

Smart U.S. leadership and international pressure on Russia can prevent an unconstrained global nuclear arms race

By Daryl G. Kimball,Frank von Hippel

Animals

Where Are You Most at Risk of a Large Predator Attack?

A global survey of predator attacks on humans shows that South Asia is the world's most dangerous spot

By Daniel Lingenhöhl

Pharmaceuticals

U.S. Lawsuit Threatens Access to Abortion Drug: The Science behind the Case

A judge's decision could ban mifepristone across the country and weaken the Food and Drug Administration's authority

By Mariana Lenharo,Nature magazine
FROM THE ARCHIVE

What Ancient Mass Extinctions Tell Us about the Future

Carbon dioxide has done plenty of damage before

WHAT WE'RE READING

Toxic Air Pollutants in East Palestine Could Pose Long-Term Risks, Researchers Say

Using EPA data, Texas A&M scientists found elevated levels of some chemicals at the derailment site. But EPA officials say the levels pose no short-term risks and are likely to dissipate.

By Scott Dance | The Washington Post | Feb. 24, 2023

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