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Biotech CEOs to FDA: Don’t Let Politics Override Science on Abortion Pill
Ms. Magazine
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July 10, 2025
Industry leaders warn the Trump administration that ignoring decades of evidence on mifepristone’s safety would jeopardize public trust and the entire U.S. drug approval process. There are two different ways to have a medication abortion and end a...
After The National Day of Action for Single Payer, the Best Defense Is a Good Offense
Common Dreams
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June 24, 2025
In January, 2025, following the shooting of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, National Single Payer and single-payer activists across the country responded to the righteous anger of the people rising against the health insurance industry by...
America’s favorite summer getaways by state. Where are you going?
AOL
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There are several interesting factors that influence where people wish they were headed for summer travel. We’ve grouped each state's top-searched international destination for 2025 by country to offer a fresh view into regional trends and...
Central Park hits temp record last seen on this date in 1888 as heat wave hits eastern US
CNN
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June 23, 2025
New York’s Central Park tied a record high of 96 degrees for the date Monday, which was set in 1888. In neighboring New Jersey, 16 people were sent to the emergency room following a sweltering set of graduations. And in Baltimore, a malfunctioning...
Central Park hits temp record last seen on this date in 1888 as heat wave hits eastern US
CNN
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June 23, 2025
New York’s Central Park tied a record high of 96 degrees for the date Monday, which was set in 1888. In neighboring New Jersey, 16 people were sent to the emergency room following a sweltering set of graduations. And in Baltimore, a malfunctioning...
After Texas flood, what some elected leaders are saying about cuts to FEMA, NOAA
ABC News - New York
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In the wake of the flooding event in central Texas, some governors and mayors are raising concerns over how current or potential cuts to agencies that are part of the federal government's response to major weather events will impact how...
After Texas flood, elected leaders say cuts to FEMA, NOAA could affect weather response
Regional Media News - Iowa
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July 10, 2025
(WASHINGTON) — In the wake of the flooding event in central Texas, some governors and mayors are raising concerns over how current or potential cuts to agencies that are part of the federal government’s response to major weather events will impact...
Texas women's basketball: Judd, Sidberry open up about Texas transfer
Austin American-Statesman - Texas
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Classes may not be in session yet for UT, but members of the women’s basketball team are already learning during summer workouts. That much is evident, based on a media availability with the team's newest players Wednesday. The Longhorns are...
Hudson to lead state senate select committee
Houston Herald - Missouri
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July 10, 2025
Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O’Laughlin, R-Shelbina, recently named State Sen. Brad Hudson, R-Cape Fair, to leadership positions on two newly created select committees. Hudson will serve as Chair of the Select Committee on Government...
Why the Scopes ‘Monkey Trial’ still matters, 100 years later
The Globe and Mail
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July 10, 2025
Open this photo in gallery:Clarence Darrow is shown here leaning on a table in July, 1925, during the Scopes evolution trial in which he defended John Thomas Scopes, a teacher who taught Darwinism in a public school.The Associated Press The room...
Faculty Members Receive Research Grants
University of Scranton - Pennsylvania
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The University of Scranton awarded faculty development grants for the summer of 2025 to nine faculty members. Mehmet Bastug, Ph.D., assistant professor of criminal justice, cybersecurity and sociology, received a grant to research “Cyber-Threats...
Considering the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's Impact on Skilled Nursing Facilities
JD Supra - California
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July 10, 2025
As legal counsel to skilled nursing facility (SNF) owners and operators, as well as their lenders, Holland & Knight's Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Team is closely monitoring potential impacts of President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act...
PERSPECTIVE: Taxes always a hot-button issue
News Tribune - Missouri
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June 29, 2025
The special session is over. The Kansas City Chiefs and Royals issue is now in the hands of the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals. The state of Missouri has made the best offer it could make. We also took $25 million out of general revenue to assist...
Multi-Billion Virtual Healthcare Industry Witnessing Substantial Growth With Rapid Expansion Expected - Financial News Media
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN- Financial News Media) Backed by $1 million in funding from the CVS Health Foundation, the pilot initiative offers free, virtual health screenings to support aging with confidence, care, and convenience Health checks include assessments...
Can a smell change your mind? Science links sensing scent to PSTD
Digital Journal
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July 5, 2025
Juree Burgett, who traveled from Kansas, smells various varieties of cannabis at a dispensary in Kansas City, Missouri -- a state where recreational pot use is now legal - Copyright AFP LOIC VENANCE Does a change in smell lead our brains to switch...
Revealed: the far-right, antisemitic men’s club network spreading across US
The Guardian
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July 5, 2025
A nationwide US network of dozens of far-right, men-only fraternal clubs has what members describe as “literally hundreds” of participants who include past and currently serving military personnel, lawyers, civil servants, and prominent...
In Flash Flood Hotspots Like Texas, Many Federal Meteorologist Positions Remain Unfilled
The New York Times
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July 11, 2025
In recent days, flash floods have wreaked havoc across the country. In New Mexico. In North Carolina. And in Texas, where by many accounts, the National Weather Service acted appropriately as it issued increasingly urgent warnings of a deluge last...
Detroit boutique owner details impacts of tariffs as deadline for deals passes without ceremony
Iosco County News-Herald - Michigan
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Rachel Lutz, owner of The Peacock Room in Detroit, during a press call highlighting how President Donald Trump's tariff policies have harmed business owners. July 9, 2025. | Screenshot With President Donald Trump’s administration once again...
Meet the Trump-Loving Union Boss Who Thinks He Can Save Hollywood
The Hollywood Reporter - California
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July 10, 2025
When he was a 19-year-old working any gig he could scrounge up around Boston, Sean O’Brien found himself driving on the set of Malice, the 1993 thriller starring Alec Baldwin and Nicole Kidman. A fourth-generation Teamster from Medford, O’Brien...
Retirement Industry Deals and People Moves – 7/11/2025
PLANADVISER
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July 11, 2025
Cetera Advisors Names Richard Vogel as Community Leader Richard Vogel Cetera Advisors named Richard Vogel as community leader. Vogel will lead initiatives to help Cetera advisers pursue meaningful growth opportunities, according to the firm. Vogel...