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Alabama Supreme court ruling on frozen embryos sparks debate
A recent ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court has sparked a heated debate over the legal status of frozen embryos.
Researchers calculate the entire carbon sequestration of the California current
Researchers aim to quantify carbon sequestration when looking at the California Current ecosystem, analysing the impacts of the biological pump and algal sinking.
Urban heat disparities: Exploring inequality and environmental impact
The Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory studied US cities, uncovering urban heat disparities in air temperature variations among demographic groups, particularly between Black and white residents.
Is the dominance of the dollar in trouble amid the Russo-Ukraine war?
The stability and dominance of the dollar is under threat. For years, the dollar has held a firm grip as the global currency, serving as the primary reserve currency and preferred medium of exchange for international transactions, but that might be changing
Recent trends and developments, most notably the Russia...
“Fog Catchers”: The water harvesters stopping drought in Chile’s desert
Fundación Un Alto en el Desierto (A Stop in the Desert Foundation) is preventing drought in Chile's desert by harvesting water for isolated communities.
Justice in the United States: Prison system focus
Some of the U.S. Department of Justice’s work, including a look at the federal prison system, is assessed here by Open Access Government.
Will the Willow Project be approved and what consequences might we see?
U.S. President Joe Biden and his administration have advanced on a decision that could allegedly damage our climate beyond repair, but what is the Willow Project and how will it change the world around us?
Why are fewer babies being born?
America's birth rate is falling, but it turns out that young people still want children - so why are fewer babies being born?
How can Americans attain full health and wellness potential?
Open Access Government examines how the U.S. is building a stronger foundation for a healthier future – one in which every American can attain their full health and wellness potential.
Eating late at night increases risk of obesity, here’s why
Dieticians regularly warn against eating late at night but why is this and how does it affect body weight? New research reveals all.
Cannabis may offer relief from menopause symptoms
Menopause symptoms, ranging from hot flashes to weight gain, can be eased with cannabis and CBD, research finds.
Will CBD replace opioids?
America is gripped by opioid addiction and a dangerous opioid epidemic - could CBD be a viable replacement?
Rural US sees worse COVID impact due to low vaccine uptake
Across the US, those living in rural counties have been more affected by variants of the COVID-19 vaccine, with a faster rate of spread as well as more deaths due to lower rates of vaccination.
70% of physicians unaware of how to treat someone with a disability
Researchers from Mass General have found that physicians are lacking basic understanding on how to care and treat people with disabilities.
How did the COVID-19 pandemic affect blood pressure?
A US study found higher blood pressure levels were associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, due to stay-at-home orders impacting healthy lifestyle behaviours.
Death rate from Parkinson’s disease rises in US
The death rate from Parkinson’s disease has risen by 63% in the United States, according to a new study.
Bringing back women to the workforce
Patrice Williams, HR Manager for Vuram, discusses how to tackle the tech gender gap and elevate women in the workforce.
FDA approves Pfizer booster vaccine for over 65s
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given authorisation for the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 booster vaccine to be administered to people aged 65 and over.
Scientists identify new “Mexican variant” similar to Alpha variant
The UK's Alpha variant became one of the most highly transmitted forms of the virus, which led to other variants mutating into existence - now, scientists are picking up on the beginnings of a "Mexican variant", yet to be named under the WHO system.
Modelling Armageddon: The effects of nuclear weapons on climate
Owen B. Toon, Alan Robock & Richard P. Turco turn our thoughts towards modelling Armageddon in terms of the effects of nuclear weapons on climate.