Research Finds Frozen Ground in the Arctic is Sinking at an Increased Rate
A new study from the George Washington University shows frozen ground is sinking at an alarming rate across high-latitude and high-altitude cold regions of the Arctic.
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Media Tip Sheet: Legal Ethics and Conflicts for Trump's Cabinet Picks
This week the United States Senate will hold hearings for President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet for his second term as president.
The George Washington University Receives Skin Smart Campus Recognition
The George Washington University is proud to announce its recognition as a Skin Smart Campus by The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention, highlighting the university's ongoing commitment to...
Media Tip Sheet: Wildfires Destroy Altadena’s Historically Black Neighborhood
Once a beacon of opportunity and a rare refuge from redlining, the community of Altadena is facing overwhelming loss as devastating wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles County.
Morning Cup of Joe Linked to Better Health
A coffee drinking habit has been linked with lower risks of heart disease, dementia, diabetes and overall better health. Now, a new study has shown that when it comes to health benefits, drinking...
Media Tip Sheet: Project Liberty Offers to Buy TikTok in the US
Last Friday the United States Supreme Court heard arguments on the sale of ByteDance’s app, TikTok. Congress is concerned about what China’s ownership of the app does for America's national security...
Media Tip Sheet: The Mental Health Impact of Wildfires
As thousands of homes have been destroyed and the Palisades Fire continues to rage across Southern California, people will face not only the immediate physical devastation but also the lasting...
Media Tip Sheet: Biden Administration Rule to Remove Medical Debt from Credit Reports
The new rule from the Biden administration will get rid of $49 billion in medical debt from credit reports of 15 million Americans, which can hinder people from getting mortgage loans, car loans, and...
Media Tip Sheet: Trump Asks Supreme Court to Call off Sentencing in Hush Money Case
President-elect Donald Trump is asking the Supreme Court to call off Friday’s sentencing in his hush money case in New York.
Media Tip Sheet: Meta Ends Fact-Checking Program, Adopts “Community Notes” in Moderation Overhaul
Meta will discontinue its fact-checking partnerships and introduce user-generated “community notes” for content moderation on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, aligning with similar changes made by...