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Thousands of Cruise Crew Members Stuck at Sea Because of COVID-19 Pandemic
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Some workers aren’t being paid, and in many cases, they don’t yet know when they can go home.
The Art of the Obituary in the Age of COVID-19
Monday, May 25, 2020
In the absence of traditional mourning rituals like funerals, the obituary pages are becoming a communal space for us to grieve together in this moment.
EPA Rushing to Finalize Rule Change on Lead in Drinking Water
Thursday, May 21, 2020
The Environmental Protection Agency is rushing to finalize a major regulation that could leave millions of Americans exposed to potentially hazardous levels of lead.
Dating in the Time of COVID-19
Thursday, May 21, 2020
As many parts of the country begin reopening, people are making new risk calculations in the name of love. What does dating look like in the age of COVID-19?
Is COVID-19 Complicating Disaster Preparedness?
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
As the U.S. struggles to get the coronavirus pandemic under control, experts worry about the impact on disaster preparedness as hurricane and wildfire seasons approach.
What Images Will Define the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Each day, we’re confronted by numbers, information, and images reminding us of the infectious disease’s toll around the world.
Pregnant People Are Turning to Midwives During Pandemic
Thursday, May 14, 2020
Midwives are seeing a surge in demand across the country, but in some states, there are restrictions in place preventing people from accessing their services.
Is the U.S. Experiencing a Megadrought?
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Some scientists warn that for the first time in centuries, the southwestern U.S. is in the midst of a megadrought.
Why Maternity Wards Are Disappearing from Black Neighborhoods
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Experts worry that as the coronavirus pandemic continues, maternity care deserts could become a nationwide trend.
What Little Richard, Andre Harrell, and Betty Wright Meant for the Music Industry
Monday, May 11, 2020
The music industry was dealt a serious blow this weekend with the loss of three icons.
Spain Takes Steps Toward Reopening
Thursday, May 07, 2020
The country has had more than 220,000 confirmed cases and around 26,000 deaths.
Lessons Learned from the 1918 Flu Pandemic
Wednesday, May 06, 2020
It’s the deadliest pandemic in recent history, with at least 50 million deaths worldwide.
What U.S. States Can Learn from Georgia's Reopening
Tuesday, May 05, 2020
More and more states are relaxing measures put in place because of COVID-19.
When and How Should States "Reopen"?
Monday, May 04, 2020
Across the country, states are starting to relax restrictions put in place because of COVID-19, even as the death toll surpasses 67,000.
Grief is Everywhere in the Age of COVID-19
Thursday, April 30, 2020
People often think about grief in response to the death of someone, but it can happen with any kind of loss.
Puerto Rico Still Lagging Behind on Coronavirus Testing
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Puerto Rico currently has the lowest per capita testing rate, compared with any U.S. state.
How Universities Across the United States Profited from Indigenous Land
Monday, April 27, 2020
A recent investigation from High Country News reveals how indigenous land was turned into seed money for many U.S. colleges.
What Happens to Health Care Workers Who Speak Out?
Thursday, April 23, 2020
In the U.S., some hospitals are disciplining health care workers who speak publicly about their concerns.
Ten Years After Deepwater Explosion, the U.S. Isn't Equipped to Handle Another Disaster of its Magnitude
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
On April 20th, 2010, a drilling rig exploded off the coast of Louisiana and spilled millions of gallons of oil into the Gulf of Mexico.
The Pandemic is a Mass Traumatic Event
Monday, April 20, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic could leave millions of people with post-traumatic stress disorder, from first responders on the ground to those forced to quarantine at home.
