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US inequality is getting worse in ways you might not expect
From tax policy to gas prices and tariffs, a mix of new factors is making inequality in the US more extreme.
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How governments worldwide are shaping what AI can say about politics
Some governments use legitimate AI concerns as a pretext to control political discussion, particularly chatbot responses about those in power.
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Are partisan politics even changing up our accents? They just might be, y’all
Vowels have become the latest players in partisan politics, a barometer of how beliefs and values fit within the old vs. new South.
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Are transgender sports bans really about protecting women? Survey data tells a different story
In a recent national survey, Americans with the most negative views of women were the biggest proponents of transgender sports bans.
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State takeovers of struggling Texas school districts come at a high cost, with little evidence of success
The number of uncertified teachers rose, while enrolled student numbers dropped, following a state takeover of Houston. Data shows other uneven results across districts.
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I’m a Philly forensic psychologist who has conducted dozens of psychopathic evaluations – here’s why an evaluation of R.C. Horsch in the ‘80s didn’t identify him as a possible psychopath
Philadelphia police and FBI are conducting a massive investigation into the home where the late R.C. Horsch and his son lived, along with several…
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Who should have a say in which species are saved? The California condor offers lessons for a global biodiversity treaty
When conservation affects local people, the question of who pays and who has a voice in decisions can make or break species recovery.
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A scuff on your bag, a dent in your mug – and suddenly it feels like time for a new one
While perfectionists hold themselves to high or even impossible standards, people who want perfect stuff hold what they buy and own to lofty standards.
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Many vapes and e-cigarettes are now banned in Pennsylvania – here’s what Philly consumers and businesses need to know
Vape products from only six manufacturers can now be sold in Pennsylvania.