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The Conversation (US)by Jason Bruck, Associate Professor of Biology, Stephen F. Austin State University15d ago
When Marineland Canada in Niagara Falls, Ontario, closed in September 2024, it had no regular income to support the care of the 30 belugas and four dolphins housed there.
The Conversation (US)by Robert Glover, Associate Professor of Political Science and Honors, University of Maine15d ago
Recently, I moderated a national event that had college students speaking with election officials, something I often find myself doing this time of year.
The Conversation (US)by Robert A. Strong, Senior Fellow, Miller Center, University of Virginia15d ago
The conventional wisdom is that the Democratic Party has the advantage in the 2026 midterm elections and could become the majority party in one, or both, chambers of Congress.
The Conversation (US)by Amy McAuliffe, Visiting Distinguished Professor of the Practice, University of Notre Dame16d ago
A battlefield dominated by fully autonomous drones capable of selecting and engaging targets without human intervention sounds like a dystopian sci-fi plot.
The Conversation (US)by Andre Pagliarini, Assistant Professor of History and International Studies, Louisiana State University16d ago
When Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Sept. 22, 2026, the Brazilian president posed a question to both an international and domestic audience: Who is to...
The Conversation (US)by Colleen Cummings, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Georgetown University16d ago
Imagine your child asks you out of the blue, “If we speak Spanish, will they take you away?” Or imagine them suddenly asking what an offensive slur means.
The Conversation (US)by Beth Kania-Gosche, Professor of Education, Missouri University of Science and Technology16d ago
In June 1926, the SAT exam was first administered to 8,000 high school students who hoped to attend elite universities.
The Conversation (US)by Daniel E. Chavez, Research Assistant Professor, University of Tennessee16d ago
Workers in sales might roll their eyes when they deal with a micromanaging boss. But many customers actually appreciate it if a store manager offers to help when they’re mulling over a purchase...
The Conversation (US)by Chris Vagasky, Meteorologist and Research Program Manager, University of Wisconsin-Madison16d ago
When nearby lightning forces officials to delay a big college football game, the backlash from fans can be fierce, especially if the sky over the stadium is still mostly blue.
The Conversation (US)by Akshaya Jha, Associate Professor of Economics and Public Policy, Carnegie Mellon University16d ago
The Trump administration is repealing federal rules that limit greenhouse gas emissions from coal- and gas-fired power plants. It says the changes will make electricity cheaper for Americans.
The Conversation (US)by Caren Morrison, Professor of Law, Georgia State University16d ago
President Donald Trump loves a good pardon. His generosity is so well known, in fact, that an industry of lobbyists, lawyers and other insiders has reportedly sprung up to facilitate clemency for...
The Conversation (US)by W. Joseph Campbell, Professor Emeritus of Communication, American University School of Communication16d ago
Pollsters approach this year’s midterm elections dogged by high-profile misfires in recent elections while facing challenges from brash rivals intent on reshaping the landscape of political...
The Conversation (US)by Hasmeena Kathuria, Professor of Medicine, University of Wisconsin-Madison16d ago
An ironic development emerging alongside the “Make America Healthy Again” movement is the portrayal of nicotine as a wellness and performance-enhancing product.
The Conversation (US)by Wayne Unger, Associate Professor of Law, Quinnipiac University17d ago
The president is going after the press again. On Sept. 19, 2026, journalists from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico were denied access to the White House after President Donald Trump revoked their...
The Conversation (US)by Rana Mitter, Professor of U.S.-Asia Relations, Harvard Kennedy School17d ago
When Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping last sat down in May 2026, talk was centered on three Ts: trade, technology and Taiwan. The latest summit, due to begin in the United States on Sept.
The Conversation (US)by Laura Coco, Associate Professor of Audiology, San Diego State University17d ago
The human body is remarkably good at getting used to the environment around it. You’ve probably experienced this if you’ve ever gone to a matinee and emerged from the dark theater into sunshine.
The Conversation (US)by Bethany Tietjen, Research Fellow in Climate Policy, The Fletcher School, Tufts University17d ago
This year’s El Niño has the potential to be one of the strongest in living memory, and the evidence is showing up around the world. The U.S.
The Conversation (US)by Sebastian Fixson, Professor of Innovation & Design, Babson College17d ago
More than six years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, over 1 in 5 of the U.S. workers who can work remotely do so either full time or at least one day per week.
The Conversation (US)by Jason Kostrna, Associate Professor of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Florida International University17d ago
Smartwatches have become an increasingly popular way for people to monitor their health and fitness. About 100 million – nearly 4 in 10 – U.S. adults own a smartwatch.
The Conversation (US)by Morgan Shipley, Foglio Endowed Chair of Spirituality, Michigan State University17d ago
People are turning to artificial intelligence for a seemingly unending variety of reasons. Many ask AI what to cook for dinner or how to develop a workout plan.
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