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Does D.E.I. Help or Hurt Jewish Students?

Some students and professors are questioning whether campus diversity, equity and inclusion offices should do more to combat antisemitism, or whether D.E.I. itself is the problem.

The New York Times - Jan. 23

The New Rules of the Trump Era

Ezra Klein and Aaron Retica discuss the oligarchic power dynamics of the second Trump administration.

The New York Times - Jan. 22

Elephants are not people, US court rules

Judges ruled a bid to free five elderly African elephants from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo was based on a law that only applied to humans.

BBC News - Jan. 22

How an N.B.A. Star’s Shoelaces Started to Hurt His Team’s Play

The Phoenix Suns have been burned by Bradley Beal’s focus on his sneakers.

The New York Times - Jan. 22

Authors of fiction, poetry and nonfiction receive $10,000 prizes for blending art and science

Books about a family’s exploration of the natural world, the challenges of parenthood during a time of climate crisis and how animals perceive the planet have won $10,000 prizes for their exemplary ...

ABC News - Jan. 22

Science Says Follow the Rule of ‘Nothing to Something’ to Guarantee Remarkable Success, Starting Today

Making marginal gains is often frustrating. Fortunately, there’s a guaranteed way to make huge gains with minimal effort.

Inc. - Jan. 22

‘That one is on me:' Kellen Moore blames himself for Jalen Hurts safety

Not Jalen Hurts’ fault. That was the message from Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore Tuesday.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 22

'It hurts': Campbell, Lions see magical year end

Fresh off a disheartening 45-31 loss to the Washington Commanders in the NFC divisional round on Saturday night, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell was emotional in illustrating his club's 15-win ...

ESPN - Jan. 19

Are we a racist society? The majority of us say no – but science begs to differ

Although greater awareness of prejudice would suggest we are less bigoted than ever, empirical evidence indicates not. Q&A with Keon West, author of The Science of Racism Do we still have a ...

The Guardian - Jan. 18

5th Circuit rules DACA is unlawful, but limits its ruling to Texas

A federal appeals court Friday upheld a lower court ruling that found protections for so-called Dreamers to be unlawful, suspending the program in Texas while otherwise limiting its ruling in the ...

The Hill - Jan. 17

Pence lauds TikTok ruling: 'Victory for privacy'

Former Vice President Mike Pence applauded the Supreme Court's decision Friday to uphold the ban on TiKTok, calling it a "victory for privacy and security of the American people." "The Supreme ...

The Hill - Jan. 17

Our Only Friends Went Away for the Weekend Without Us. We’re Hurt!

Adjusting to life in a new city, a couple was stung to learn that the only people they know in town, the husband’s childhood friends, didn’t invite them on a recent getaway.

The New York Times - Jan. 15

Mark Cuban Says Exceptional Leadership Comes Down to 4 Simple Words. Management Science Agrees

Find ways to ensure your goals as a leader also meet the goals of your employees, and great things inevitably happen.

Inc. - Jan. 15

Here's the science behind the Los Angeles wildfires

Epic events like the Southern California wildfires do not have a singular cause.

ABC News - Jan. 14

Rich Men Rule the World

The holders of the vast majority of the world’s wealth? Men. So many men—from Trump and Musk and Putin to every CEO, crypto schmo, and solar bro in between.

Wired - Jan. 13

This Rule Helps You Never Negotiate Against Yourself

How to maintain your leverage during negotiations.

Inc. - Jan. 12

From the Beatles to biologics – how Liverpool became a life science hotspot

The city has a long history with tropical medicine and is now home to one of the largest biotech clusters in Europe. Tucked away in the village of Leasowe, near Moreton on the Wirral peninsula west ...

The Guardian - Jan. 12

The Evolving (and Inexact) Science of Wildfire Evacuation

As extreme wildfires become the new norm, scientists are trying to crack how to save lives.

Wired - Jan. 10

Eagles' Hurts clears protocol, set to face Packers

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has made it through the concussion protocol and will play against the Packers on Sunday.

ESPN - Jan. 10

From oatzempic to mouth taping: does science back up TikTok health tips?

Here are some of the more curious health hacks circulating on the social media platform – and what the evidence says. The deluge of improbable health hacks on TikTok can only mean it’s the start of ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

Kenya court rules that criminalising attempted suicide is unconstitutional

The judgment has been welcomed as an important shift in perceptions by human rights and mental health groups. A Kenyan judge has declared as unconstitutional sections of the country’s laws that ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

WATCH: James Longman on finding hope in the science of mental illness

ABC News' Chief International Correspondent James Longman joined Deborah Roberts to talk about sharing his family’s complex story through new book "The Inherited Mind."

ABC News - Jan. 10

Eagles' Hurts looks 'sharp' in return to practice

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday as the Eagles began their on-field preparations for Sunday's wild-card playoff game against the Packers.

ESPN - Jan. 8

Eagles injury update: Jalen Hurts returns to practice ahead of playoffs

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts returned to practice on Wednesday as the Eagles prepare to host the Packers in the wild card round.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Meta Rolls Back Hate Speech Rules

Advocates say Meta’s decision to loosen content moderation could lead to serious harms.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Bank of England to relax rules for banks and insurers

PRA’s Sam Woods says burden can be eased without ‘race to the bottom’ on financial regulation

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Google, Warren Buffett, and Science Agree: These 3 Words Are the Best Path to Remarkable Success

Google, Warren Buffett, and science on the fundamental algorithm of lifelong success and happiness.

Inc. - Jan. 8

New neutron science could explain our cosmic leftover status

The world’s most powerful source of electrically neutral particles may help us understand why the universe exists

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Jokic ruled out for Celtics-Nuggets with illness

Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic was ruled out of Tuesday night's game against the Celtics because of an illness.

ESPN - Jan. 7

The best sign yet for Jalen Hurts' availability heading into Eagles playoffs

The Eagles on Tuesday waived quarterback Ian Book, which is a good sign for Jalen Hurts' availability on Sunday.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8

Bears GM not ruling out trying to trade for coach

When asked Tuesday during his season-ending news conference whether he would consider trading for a head coach, Bears GM Ryan Poles said all options are on the table.

ESPN - Jan. 7

Justin Trudeau’s Trying to Save His Party. Is He Hurting Canada?

By suspending Parliament and promising to resign, the prime minister bought the Liberals time. But Canada will now face Donald J. Trump with a lame duck in charge.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

Eagles have 'faith' in QB Hurts if cleared to play

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said he has a "lot of faith" in quarterback Jalen Hurts, who is still in concussion protocol, to get himself prepared in time for Sunday's wild-card matchup with the ...

ESPN - Jan. 7

Priscilla Martinez breaks down the science of drinking patterns and their effects

Priscilla Martinez, deputy scientific director of the Alcohol Research Group, discusses how drinking patterns influence health and behavior.

CBS News - Jan. 7

‘He wouldn’t hurt a fly – literally’: remembering Gerald Durrell at 100

The beloved conservationist, who died in 1995, would have turned 100 today. A new collection, Myself and Other Animals, traces the origins of his lifelong rapture with animals. As a toddler, Gerald ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Are the new personal data rules workable?

Also in this newsletter: India’s forex reserves fall to an eight-month low and Kumar Mangalam Birla’s mantra

Financial Times - Jan. 7

Jalen Hurts remains in concussion protocol as Eagles prepare to face Packers in playoffs

There's no news on Jalen Hurts.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Want to Be More Successful This Year? Science Says Tackle Only 1 Goal at a Time

New year, new you? Absolutely. But research shows that’s much more likely to happen if you make one change at a time.

Inc. - Jan. 6

Packers' Watson carted off; Love leaves hurt too

Packers quarterback Jordan Love and wide receiver Christian Watson sustained injuries during the second quarter and exited the team's regular-season finale against the Bears.

ESPN - Jan. 5

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