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Economics, Environment, Politics & Government

US-China trade war: global consequences edition

by Clark Merrefield | August 27, 2019

These studies show that the trade war is a net loss for the world economy. And if a global trade war broke out, the economic hit could approach that seen during the Great Recession.

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Health, Politics & Government, Race & Gender

The potential health effects of the ‘public charge’ immigration rule

by Chloe Reichel | August 26, 2019

This research roundup looks at the potential health care-related effects of the new “public charge” rule due to go into effect Oct. 15.

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Economics, Politics & Government, Race & Gender

Drop in voter turnout among Hispanic Democrats linked to home foreclosures

by Denise-Marie Ordway | August 23, 2019

Lagging home values and high foreclosure rates among Hispanic Democrats helped shift Florida from a blue state in 2012 to a red one in 2016, study finds.

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Economics, Health

Home health care: Research behind the high-demand, low-pay occupation

by Chloe Reichel | August 19, 2019

As baby boomers age, demand for home health care increases. Studies identify trends in availability and reasons for the industry’s rapid churn.

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Health, Politics & Government, Race & Gender

In end-of-life care for people with dementia, men and women are treated differently

by Chloe Reichel | August 16, 2019

Many people with advanced dementia — and men in particular — often receive interventions that researchers deem burdensome, according to a new study in JAMA Network Open.

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Economics, Politics & Government

How public transportation predicts social media connections in New York City

by Clark Merrefield | August 15, 2019

In New York City, travel time and cost more strongly predict social media connectedness than geographical distance, according to a recent working paper from the National Bureau of Economic Research.

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Education, Health, Race & Gender

Toxic stress in children has health effects that can last into adulthood — and beyond

by Chloe Reichel | August 14, 2019

Researchers have pinpointed a phenomenon in children who have experienced adversity that can have negative health effects that extend into adulthood.

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Criminal Justice, Media, Politics & Government

Can ‘red flag’ laws curb gun violence? Here’s what the research says.

by Clark Merrefield | August 13, 2019

There is research showing red flag laws may be effective in preventing suicides, but there appears to be minimal research associating red flag laws with reducing mass shootings.

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Economics, Education, Media, Politics & Government, Race & Gender

3 great back-to-school story ideas (with research to get you started!)

by Denise-Marie Ordway | August 13, 2019

Scrambling to find fresh angles for back-to-school stories? Here are three great story ideas with matching research to get you started.

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Health, Politics & Government, Race & Gender

What the research says about hormones and surgery for transgender youth

by Chloe Reichel | August 7, 2019

Researchers and physicians point to a growing body of peer-reviewed academic scholarship in support of gender-affirming medical treatment for transgender youth.

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4 takeaways on the economic consequences of the Iran war
Economics, Environment, Politics & Government

4 takeaways on the economic consequences of the Iran war

March 20, 2026

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Childhood vaccines: What research shows about their safety and potential side effects

January 5, 2026

In this piece, we share reporting tips, explain how vaccine side effects are tracked in the U.S., and discuss research on the safety of childhood vaccines.

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287(g): The program that lets state and local police perform the functions of federal immigration officers
Criminal Justice, Politics & Government

287(g): The program that lets state and local police perform the functions of federal immigration officers

April 30, 2025

“In the span of about two months, the Trump administration radically expanded the 287(g) program beyond anything I have seen in the past 15 years of close study of this precise policy,” writes immigration scholar Austin Kocher.

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