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Sheer Number Of Attacks On Health Facilities In Syria Shocks Researcher
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
A new study compiled nearly 200 incidents in 2016 in northern Syria — double the amount from a previous attempt to come up with data. And everyone agrees that number is likely an undercount.
For 50 Years, Deep-Water Trawls Likely Caught More Fish Than Anyone Thought
Monday, April 23, 2018
Using historical data and estimates from deep-sea trawls that drag nets along the ocean floor, researchers estimate that millions of tons of catch have gone unreported in the last 50 years.
Antarctic Veggies: Practice For Growing Plants On Other Planets
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
We may cultivate crops in space one day, so scientists are running an Antarctic greenhouse to prepare. They've harvested the first crop, but like any space mission, it's a bit tricky.
Grocery Stores Get Mostly Mediocre Scores On Their Food Waste Efforts
Monday, April 16, 2018
A new report, "Supermarkets Fail to Make the Grade in Reducing Food Waste," scores the 10 largest grocery stores on how they handle food waste. No store got an A, but Walmart got a B.
Syria Systematically Harasses Medical Aid Convoys
Friday, April 13, 2018
It's part of the government's strategy to control the flow of aid to conflict zones — and prevent rebel forces from receiving life-saving supplies.
Canada To Measure Marijuana Use By Testing Sewage
Friday, April 13, 2018
People responding to surveys sometimes misstate their drug use. Canada will check wastewater for traces of drugs to more accurately assess consumption.
Surgeon General Urges More Americans To Carry Opioid Antidote
Thursday, April 05, 2018
The drug naloxone can reverse opioid overdoses and save lives. U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams says more Americans should have naloxone on hand in case loved ones, friends or neighbors need help.
Comic Relief Tries To Improve Its Charity Ads. How's It Doing?
Saturday, March 31, 2018
We asked the experts to weigh in on the U.K. charity's new campaign that promises to put "local heroes" in the spotlight.
The Hairdos Of An Ivory Coast Artist Send A #MeToo Message
Sunday, March 25, 2018
Laetitia Ky has a lot on her mind — and it comes out in her hair. She's making a name for herself (and her coiffures) on Instagram.
How Social Media Can Reveal Overlooked Drug Reactions
Friday, March 23, 2018
Even big clinical studies can miss important drug side effects. Researchers, doctors and drugmakers are looking at patients' experiences posted on social media for clues on problems that were missed.
How Happy Is The Country With The Biggest Gains In Happiness?
Tuesday, March 20, 2018
Togo ranked last in 2015's World Happiness Report. This year, it moved up 17 spots — the most improved country in the world. What's the perspective from the ground?
Bill Gates Addresses 'Tough Questions' On Poverty And Power
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
The billionaire philanthropist says the country needs a simpler system to help the poor navigate housing, health care and job opportunities.