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Study: Black adults with long COVID report higher levels of hopelessness, suicidal thoughts
Black Americans’ mental and physical health experiences have gone largely understudied within existing long-COVID research, the authors note.
Posted inEnvironment
Analysis: 99% of US streams off the radar amid rising flash flood risk
Several universities are working together in a collaboration called FloodAware to develop a system that integrates “floodcams,” social media posts, smart city sensors and more to detect and warn residents of flash floods.
Posted inArts & Culture
More than 60 years later, Langston Hughes’ ‘Black Nativity’ is still a pillar of African American theater
Hughes’ desire to write “Black Nativity” was his attempt to reclaim the story of Jesus’ birth for African Americans – to show the son of God, the ultimate salvation, emerging from the Black community, the author writes.
Posted inPolitical and Public Policy Information
Commentary: American principle of birthright citizenship under attack from Trump allies
A new debate has ignited over whether Congress has the power to alter birthright citizenship.
Posted inHealth and Welfare
Water fluoridation helps prevent tooth decay – how opposition threatens a 70-year-old health practice
The argument that water fluoridation takes away personal choice is one of the most persuasive stances against its use.
Posted inHousing
Americans face an insurability crisis as climate change worsens disasters
Some industry insiders worry that insurance may be losing its relevance and value – real or perceived – for policyholders as coverage shrinks, premiums rise and exclusions increase.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development
Young families are leaving many large US cities – here’s why that matters
Families form the backbone of thriving communities. Their presence positively affects city infrastructure, local economies and overall quality of life.
Posted inEducation, Health and Welfare
The Conversation: Socioeconomic status explains most racial, ethnic achievement gaps in elementary school
Kindergartners from families with similar economic resources and educational backgrounds later displayed similar levels of achievement.
Posted inPolitical and Public Policy Information
The Conversation: Trump voters said they were angry about the economy – many of them had a point
Given that the economy was the top issue in the minds of most American voters, was the 2024 election decided by vibes alone?