Air In New York’s Subway Systems Is Highly Polluted

Subway riders and transit workers in major cities are being exposed to levels of air pollution that could increase the risk of heart and lung problems, according to a new study from New York University. Researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine said air quality readings, in particular on the […]


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Inventions Timeline

Inventions don’t generally happen by accident or in a random order: science and technology progress in a very logical way, with each new discovery leading on from the last. You can see that in our mini chronology of invention, below. Please note: it’s not meant to be a complete history […]


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COVID-19 Test Requirement For International Flights To The US

As of Tuesday, travelers boarding international flights to the United States have a big hurdle to clear. For the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began, all passengers ages 2 and older must present a negative coronavirus test taken no more than three days before their flight or proof they […]


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Sesame Street’s Coronavirus Town Hall For The Holidays

CNN partnered with Sesame Street for their fifth town hall to show families how to stay healthy during the holidays — while still having fun — during the Covid-19 pandemic. The hour-long special, “The ABC’s of Covid 19: A CNN/Sesame Street Town Hall for Families” aired on Saturday morning and […]


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Beijing Drafts Law To Punish Foreign Teachers Who Are Deemed ‘Harmful’

Beijing drafts law to punish foreign teachers who are deemed ‘harmful to China’s national sovereignty’ Chinese lawmakers today proposed new rules on foreign teachers in the country Those who are considered to be ‘harmful’ to China would be fired from their jobs Foreign teacher engaging in religious education will also […]


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