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Sargassum, the smelly nemesis of beach vacations, has become a self-sustaining disaster that will keep coming back
Communities and entrepreneurs are experimenting with ways to turn this nuisance into a valuable resource.
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French climate lawsuit offers a window into the next round of the global legal fight
A court ruling expands the options for corporate accountability efforts against oil companies in France, and it may have repercussions in the US and elsewhere.
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Why ‘democratic neutrality’ is an overlooked threat to American democracy
While only a sliver of Americans say they support violating core democratic norms, many more say they’re ambivalent about politicians who undermine democracy.
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Trump administration changes to ‘public charge’ rule could keep millions of immigrants – and their US citizen kids – from getting healthcare they need
A new policy could deny an immigration application based in part on the use of government benefits by a close relative.
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How the Trump administration’s rhetoric promotes anti-transgender views
How invented threats, provocative language and repulsive imagery contribute to declining support for transgender people and other marginalized groups.
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Play is essential for young children, including when it comes to their learning
Play-based early childhood programs can help young kids develop emotional regulation and problem-solving skills, traits that can serve them well throughout childhood.
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Beatrix Potter was obsessed with fungi – and she was quite the naturalist
Her illustrations remain beautiful works of art, but they also show how the best natural history drawings make us notice things we might otherwise miss.
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As mayor, Andy Burnham’s climate record was strong – this city knowledge is key to decarbonising the UK
The UK prime minister has described his new government as a circuit breaker – but tipping points may be a better metaphor.
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Why women should strength train at every stage of life
Strength training can help women feel capable and stay healthy throughout their lives.
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Cyclosporiasis sickens some people worse – why your diarrhea could be more explosive than others
Explosive diarrhea has been spreading across the US, and the parasite that causes the disease has already sickened thousands – and counting.
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Andy Burnham’s No 10 North has a precedent – in medieval York
No 10 North is historic – but not unprecedented. Medieval York shows England has governed from more than one centre before.
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Updating Darwin: biologists are returning to an older theory to explain anomalies in evolution
To make sense of some characteristics that species exhibit from birth, you have to turn to an old discredited theory known as Lamarckism.