Harriet Tubman: Biden revives plan to put a Black woman of faith on the $20 bill
Harriet Tubman worked as a slave, spy and eventually an abolitionist. Her belief in God helped her remain fearless.
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What does the economy need now? 3 suggestions for Biden's coronavirus relief bill
Steven Pressman and two other economists share what's on the top of their wish lists for President Biden and Congress, and why.
Cities can help migrating birds on their way by planting more trees and turning lights off at night
Light pollution, such as that from cities, can severely disorient migratory birds and make it hard for them to navigate.
The scent of sickness: 5 questions answered about using dogs – and mice and ferrets – to detect disease
Some animals can detect many chemical signals over great distances and can make rapid and accurate mental associations about them.
The rise and fall of Tab – after surviving the sweetener scares, the iconic diet soda gets canned
While it never regained its lofty status as the top diet soda, loyal Tab fans kept the brand alive.
Tweets reveal Trump’s and Biden’s competing views of masculinity – what that will mean for presidential leadership
A number of tweets went viral over the weekend of Nov. 7 and 8 that showcased a version of masculinity that contrasts sharply with the one projected by Donald Trump.
From Trump to Trudeau, the escalator is a favorite symbol of political campaigns
In June 2015 Donald Trump rode an escalator into the lobby of Trump Tower in New York City to announce his candidacy for president – an escalator ride that quickly became famous.
The U.S. economy's record swings: Four essential reads
The U.S. economy rebounded from its unprecedented coronavirus plunge in the spring with a record surge over the summer, giving the president some good news just days before Election Day.
When fracking moves into the neighborhood, mental health risks rise
People living near unconventional oil or gas wells report chronic stress and depression related to their uncertainty about environmental and public health risks as well as noise, pollution, and truck traffic.
Will Colorado bring back wolves? It's up to voters
Prop. 114 would require the state to develop and oversee a science-based plan to restore wolves, focused in Western Colorado and initiated by the end of 2023.