Links for you. Science:
When the Arctic Melts
Diverse anti-defence systems are encoded in the leading region of plasmids
Impact of JN.1 booster vaccination on neutralisation of SARS-CoV-2 variants KP.3.1.1 and XEC
As DC panda-monium builds, National Zoo biologist talks about the species
The Argonaut Octopus Has Mastered The Free Ride
Rare bear meat at gathering gives 10 people a scare—and parasitic worms
Other:
Is it time for an ACT-UP for Long COVID? As the dangers of Long COVID become more recognized, the country’s going backwards on preventing new infections.
The Moment of Truth: The reelection of Donald Trump would mark the end of George Washington’s vision for the presidency—and the United States.
Comey and Smith, a story of one double standard
THE PARTY THAT BROUGHT YOU THE BIG LIE IS HERE WITH THE BIG BRAG (AGAIN)
Russians confirm death of journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna in captivity
Busted: GOP-endorsed judicial candidate hyped Pizzagate and other conspiracy theories
“Cards Against Humanity says it will pay Trump critics to prepare to vote.”
The incel trap: Angry and lonely young men can easily enter a web of hatred against women online. Is there a way out?
Elon Musk is hampering hurricane relief efforts—and using X to do it. The social media platform has become Musk’s personal misinformation engine. His response to Hurricane Helene is proof.
A BID Worker Put a Homeless Man in a Chokehold. It’s Symbolic of Deeper Issues Downtown.
I’m Saying Trump Has Alzheimers
Georgia facing numerous crises, but Board of Public Health hasn’t met since May
Trump is falsely blaming Harris for high prices. His plans will cause huge inflation
How Republicans Thwarted An Attempt To Streamline A Crucial State’s Vote Count
Trump’s dangerous Covid-19 revisionism: The former president claims his Covid-19 policies were a success. I know firsthand that’s not true
Make electric vehicles lighter to maximize climate and safety benefits
‘It’s mindblowing’: US meteorologists face death threats as hurricane conspiracies surge
Major papers are giving Trump’s Jan. 6 indictment dramatically less attention than they did Clinton’s server
Is the Trump campaign’s male-dominated culture losing women votes?
Fossil Fuel Interests Are Working to Kill Solar in One Ohio County. The Hometown Newspaper Is Helping.
Dems Rally to Save Lina Khan After Mark Cuban Puts Target on Her Back
How Trump warped and weaponized a small Pennsylvania town’s immigration story
Anti-abortion group accused of electronically intercepting patients’ exchanges with clinic
In landmark move, EPA requires removal of all U.S. lead pipes in a decade
Twitter Barred Them. What Happened When Elon Musk Brought Them Back?
Don’t live in a swing state? You can still influence elections.
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