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Park City’s Hope Alliance receives $5,000 Select Health Award for vision care
Local nonprofit is one of 10 Utah organizations recognized for addressing community health needs
NH inmates can now earn a business degree from UNH
The program allows incarcerated students to put their associate degree credits toward a bachelor’s degree in business administration.
Kentucky Sues Mayday Health Over Abortion Pill Advertising
Kentucky is the latest state to take action against the nonprofit Mayday Health for advertising that points people to a website providing information about abortion-inducing drugs.
CT to spend $10 million to continue health care subsidies for paraeducators
Connecticut is spending $10 million this academic year to continue a health care subsidy program for public school paraeducators.
TN Politics: Will Memphis leaders take tougher stance against federal agencies?
The National Guard and ICE are operating in legal gray areas with little to no accountability. Otis Sanford says its time for mayors to speak out.
Trump health admin promotes insurance program aimed at lowering costs for employers
Employer health insurance costs are expected to spike next year. Federal officials are pointing to an Indiana business offering alternative health insurance to keep costs down.
Nonprofit calls Gov. Mills 'healthcare hero' at event in Augusta
Scientists map key protein interactions linked with profound autism
Research published in the journal Science illuminates a "missing piece" in the biological understanding of profound autism and offers new targets for drug development.
Allegheny County Health Department cuts ribbon on renovated McKeesport clinic
The McKeesport Public Health Office was renovated to include a new sexual health clinic, drug testing services, and more.
Dreaming Is a Political Act: How Imagination Shapes What Becomes Possible | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
A look at why the social impact sector must invest in the imagination, dreams, and worldbuilding practices of young girls and young feminists.
SWFL nonprofit donor consulting firm surpasses $120M in revenue
VeraData, founded by Michael Peterman, has tapped into machine learning and AI to innovate — and influence — the way nonprofits find and connect with donors.
In Brandon, infrastructure upgrades and a generational shift entice new business owners
After flooding from Tropical Storm Irene and years of construction headaches, downtown Brandon is seeing more new businesses open.
State's top health official says vaccine waiver trend risks disease outbreaks in schools
The number of parents getting vaccine waivers for their children has jumped once again. Just over 7% of school-age children in Michigan have one of those waivers.
Need help with an exit plan for your business?
Mike Switzer interviews Marquise Jackson, the state director for the South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.
Over 250,000 Oklahomans received a letter about new Medicaid work requirements. What does it say?
The yellow letters were mailed to Oklahomans with coverage under the state’s voter-approved Medicaid eligibility expansion, which includes adults making up to 138% of the federal poverty level, or $22,025.
5 for Good: Science Club for Girls inspires next generation of STEM leaders
Some 300 volunteer mentors are at the heart of the nonprofit's mission.
Missouri Supreme Court puts referendum to overturn new congressional map on ballot
The Missouri Supreme Court ruled that the state's voters will decide the fate of a plan aimed at ousting Democratic Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II.
Missouri Supreme Court puts referendum to overturn new congressional map on ballot
The Missouri Supreme Court ruled that the state’s voters will decide the fate of a plan aimed at ousting Democratic Congressman Emanuel Cleaver.
NC mail-in voting begins Friday amid legal wrangling over Trump order
North Carolina election officials say pending legal action over absentee voting won't impact the start of the mail-in voting period Friday.
Reading Palestinian Polls—and Misreading Palestinian Politics
While the polling data may be eye-catching, interpreting the numbers requires reading Palestinian public sentiment correctly at an unprecedented moment. Misreading that sentiment risks drawing the wrong conclusion from the PCPSR poll.
Penobscot Community Health Care announces consolidation and layoffs amid financial challenges
Penobscot Community Health Care says it's closing its Adult Wellness Center in Bangor in November and will transition patients to other locations. It's also eliminating 16 administrative positions, though 11 employees will transfer to new roles.
Kissing apes, anti-splash urinals: This year's Ig Nobels showcase surprising science
The Ig Nobel Prizes were awarded this week for humorous yet thought-provoking research. This year, the ceremony came with a twist.
Kissing apes, anti-splash urinals: This year's Ig Nobels showcase surprising science
The Ig Nobel Prizes were awarded this week for humorous yet thought-provoking research. This year, the ceremony came with a twist.
Protecting Health Before, During, and After Wildfires
Recognizing wildfires as an increasingly complex public health and health care challenge, the National Academies’ Forum on Medical and Public Health Preparedness for Disasters and Emergencies convened a webinar series this summer on wildfire preparedness, response, and recovery. The series brought together experts from health care, emergency management, environmental science, engineering, academia, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and affected communities.
Schools around Kansas City had to cancel or delay outdoor sports due to dangerous heat all week
High temperatures are pushing Kansas City area schools to delay football games and cancel sports practices in order to keep kids safe on the field. But "it’s an easy decision" to make, one local athletic director said.
Seminar offers insight into planning business transitions
The best time to think about selling your business might be months (or even years) before you identify a buyer. Carrie Peterson offers tips into a smooth, profitable transition.
Childhood cancer patients and families target of new Ohio Department of Health program
By extending its existing Complex Medical Help Program, the Ohio Department of Health will add new staff to connect families with resources, from Medicaid coverage to doctors to clinical trials.
Former UK President Lee Todd advocates for a new science center in Kentucky
Former University of Kentucky President Lee Todd is pushing for the creation of a Kentucky Science Center, saying the emphasis on the subject is lagging behind reading and math.
City links residents with health, housing and education services at nonprofit fair
The City of Warner Robins and Economic Development Department hosted a successful Community Nonprofit Resource Fair on Wednesday, connecting local residents wit
Political adversaries join forces, urge Michiganders to vote "no" on state constitutional convention
The current state constitution requires asking Michiganders every 16 years to decide if they want to totally rewrite the constitution.
US politics is not the world's template for polarization, experts warn
Common global narratives about political polarization are skewed because of an overreliance on literature about the U.S., leaving governments unprepared to tackle the problem at home. In new research ...
'Big Day with Peter Schrager' brings sports' biggest stories, unfiltered conversation and humor to ESPN starting Sept. 10
From breaking news and unfiltered conversations to memorable guests and storytelling, Big Day with Peter Schrager debuts Thursday, Sept. 10, at 2 p.m. ET on ESPN. The new weekday show will air from 2-3 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays during the college football season before expanding to Fridays after the season concludes.
Yahoo Sports and Apple TV Team Up to Bring “The Cooligans” to a Live MLS Alternate Broadcast
NEW YORK (Wednesday, September 1, 2026) – Yahoo Sports and Apple TV are teaming up this season to deliver an alternate broadcast for select live Major League Soccer (MLS) matches, bringing fans a new way to experience the action with Yahoo Sports experts Alexis Guerreros and Christian Polanco of “The
Whatever happened to ... children infected with HIV due to failures in healthcare?
For years, Pakistan has seen cases of children infected with HIV due to unsafe treatment in clinics and hospitals. A current outbreak numbers hundreds of cases. Why does this problem keep occurring?
Dear Early-Career Expert: You Are Still Valued
Early-career scientists and experts are launching their careers in an unprecedented time for US science.
El Niño “supercharged”: what Galápagos corals just revealed stuns scientists - Futura-Sciences
El Niño’s Comeback: Stronger Than Ever? Right now, an unusually intense El Niño is developing in the Pacific Ocean. Recent models from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) predict that the 2026 El Niño could reach unprecedented strength for autumn and winter. And the effects won’t be limited...
Congo Ebola outbreak: Deaths top 3,000 as virus spreads at unprecedented speed
The World Health Organization said the outbreak is on track to exceed the deadliest on record.
As Republicans plan to gather in Bush's backyard, his influence is largely absent from the party
Next week's Republican convention in Dallas takes place in the same city that helped give rise to the Bush political dynasty. But George W. Bush himself — and many policies he pushed 30 years ago — are largely missing from today's GOP, political scientists say.
Rhode Island could see a political wipeout next week
If Governor Dan McKee, Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos, and Mayor Brett Smiley all were to fall, it would amount to an unprecedented upending of Rhode Island’s political establishment, and a massive rebuke that could signal a significant shift in the state’s political landscape.
Should pros be allowed to return to college sports? Former Browns tight end sparks debate
Terry Pluto weighs in on the legal fight over whether former professional athletes should be allowed to play college sports again and what it could mean for younger athletes.
Should pros be allowed to return to college sports? Former Browns tight end sparks debate
Terry Pluto weighs in on the legal fight over whether former professional athletes should be allowed to play college sports again and what it could mean for younger athletes.
The science of emotional regulation — and how to do it better
Do you ever feel like your emotions control you instead of you controlling them? Maybe you lash out at someone after a long day at work or indulge to avoid a stressful situation. It’s called emotional dysregulation and don’t worry – we all experience it at some point. Luckily, there’s a better way of dealing with our feelings: building emotional intelligence. That may seem daunting, but Short Wave is here to guide you through everything from understanding the importance of emotions to how we can repair our relationship to them.Interested in learning more about your brain and your feelings? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org. We might cover it in a future episode!Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. It includes perks like bonus episodes, early access, archive access, curated playlists and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
Neal, longtime incumbent, beats Whalen, an educator, political newcomer
U.S. Rep. Richard Neal has retained his seat as the congressman for the 1st Hampden District. He beat out school teacher Jeromie Whalen.
Vermont business leaders discuss the impacts of tariffs
Vermont Democratic Senator Peter Welch was in the northern part of his state Tuesday morning to hear from Vermont businesses about the impact of U.S. tariffs on Canada
North Carolina Rep. Chuck Edwards is formally censured over harassment allegations
The censure vote drew bipartisan support, and followed an investigation by the House Ethics Committee into allegations of sexual harassment against two young female staff members.
Nonprofit wants to launch 80,000-year mission to Alpha Centauri in 2029 (video)
"None of us will be here when this journey ends, and that is the point."
Lenovo’s ‘Pen Pro for Googlebook’ hits Bluetooth SIG with wireless charging and gestures
With Google’s private media event in New York City just around the corner, the hardware surrounding the launch of Googlebook continues to leak out left and right. While we’ve spent plenty of time...
Congress averts a government shutdown ahead of the midterms
With just a few weeks to spare, the House approved legislation extending funding through mid-December.
Bank of America employee Erin Piacenti killed in Times Square stabbing
Bank of America VP Erin Piacenti was killed in what police described as a "random and unprovoked" stabbing in Times Square on Monday.
A spotlight on women in sports, including locals, at Virginia Beach Super Girl
The festival expands to the Oceanfront over Labor Day Weekend.
Maine family business semifinalists spotlight what’s needed to grow
Out of 505 nominations submitted to the 2026 Maine Family Business Awards, 51 have been named semifinalists by the Institute for Family Owned Business, a Portland-based nonprofit.
Made in America: How AI is keeping this U.S. factory competitive
GE Appliances is leaning heavily into artificial intelligence to improve quality and efficiency on the factory floor.
A NY hospital tried to close its birthing center. This city united to fight back
Democrats and Republicans in Troy, New York, took on a national Catholic health system and kept the county's last birthing center open.
What can seashells teach us about the health of our oceans?
Seashells: They're beautiful remnants to carry home from the beach—and so much more! According to environmental journalist Cynthia Barnett, seashells record history more accurately than the humans who first wrote it down. In this episode, we talk about the science of seashells, their impact on humankind and the scientist behind a very famous tongue twister.Check out Cynthia’s book The Sound of the Sea and check out Emily’s reporting on sandcastles.Interested in more marine biology stories? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s hperks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
Fly fishing program aims to curb isolation, boost mental health for disabled veterans
A Northstate nonprofit group is offering a variety of fly fishing programs to benefit disabled veterans.
Health Brief: More drugmakers cut pricing deals
Plus: Nonprofits break down foreign aid cuts amid Trump administration shift to global health strategy
Some registered Delaware voters can still choose a political party prior to voting in the primary
Voters automatically registered to vote at the DMV can still choose a party and vote in the 2026 Delaware Primary Election.
Trump officials cut political interference ban after unusual Census Bureau report
After the Census Bureau issued a report tied to a Trump-aligned think tank, the bureau's parent agency cut language banning political interference from its scientific integrity policy, NPR learned.
What does the Lindsay Clancy trial tell us about treating maternal mental health?
Lindsay Clancy is currently on trial for killing her three children.Prosecutors say the murders were intentional, but her defense team says she was suffering from severe postpartum psychosis -- a condition that does not have a distinct diagnosis in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.That's the handbook used to identify mental health conditions, so patients often have a hard time getting proper care.The case has put a spotlight on maternal mental health and how its treated by the public and healthcare professionals. What does it reveal?WBUR’s Deborah Becker contributed reporting to this episode.It was produced by Megan Lim and Karen Zamora, with audio engineering by Éowyn Fain, Hannah Gluvna and Ted Mebane. Our director is Jonas Adams.It was edited by Justine Kenin and Tinbete Ermyas.Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
Ground breaks on $50 million sports and entertainment complex in Amherst
Located near ice rinks, softball diamonds and a golf course, the privately funded project is seen as the next step in making Maple Avenue a sports hub.
State health officials confirm rabies at mobile petting zoo
Several goats at Farm Adventures in Iredell County have tested positive for rabies and may have been in direct contact with people at events while infected.
Democracy Works: Political status and the DSA summer
For our first episode of the fall season, we talk with a social movement scholar about whether the DSA's policies can win over enough votes to win in a general election and why political coalitions don't always align with the structure of America's two-party system.
Berkeley’s trailblazing adaptive sports nonprofit BORP turns 50
Long the “only game in town” for physically disabled athletes, it launched the country’s first power soccer program in the ’80s.
Pro-AI group jumps into the data center fight with new ads aimed at reshaping public opinion
The nonprofit group Build American AI is launching a multimillion-dollar ad campaign in Kansas, Ohio and Wisconsin to promote its data center agenda.
The Plaza brings new businesses and a community gathering space to downtown Corvallis
The Plaza in downtown Corvallis has transformed a former JC Penney into a community space featuring cafes, art studios, event spaces, and local business offices.
Canada claps back at Trump's efforts to rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America'
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has unveiled a giant billboard reading: "Lake Ontario — Now and Always." But tech giant Google has said it is renaming the lake for U.S. users, as President Trump demanded.
Lane County caregiving business becomes employee-owned
Lane County caregiving business Rise & Shine Social Enterprise has become Oregon's first employee-owned business of its kind, aiming to reduce staff turnover and support community care.
‘We are excited about the future’: Aiken and Florence healthcare providers announce intent to merge
Aiken-based Rural Health Services has announced intent to merge with HopeHealth, another nonprofit that provides primary and specialty health care services.
How a comic book store got swept into the tariff storm
Tariffs continue to rile all kinds of American businesses more than a year after Trump unveiled his first set of tariffs — including a comic book store owner in Ohio.
Medicare's pilot GLP-1 discount program has a catch. Some sick patients don't qualify
Medicare launched a pilot program that could streamline the process to get GLP-1s, with some seniors paying just $50 a month. But many people with the most serious illnesses won't get that discount.
Trump administration deports relative of Afghans who helped US military to Central African Republic
His family in Afghanistan had received threats from the Taliban because of the work performed by his brothers in support of the U.S. military.
Opinion | Behind the Nepal-China border floods lie bad politics
While the solidarity on display in the wake of the disaster is commendable, the tragedy must not be viewed as an unpredictable, unpreventable act of nature.
AI chatbots may be better than search engines in guarding against foreign propaganda
In a test, popular AI chatbots mostly debunked falsehoods spread by other countries and avoided uncritically spreading falsehoods better than search engines. AI summaries above search results fared worse.
Olivia Rodrigo's festival is uniting women and girls behind nonprofits promoting their well-being
Olivia Rodrigo is fundraising for women's well-being with a benefit show geared toward her young audience. The Daisy Chain Fields festival boasts a lineup that includes Chappell Roan, Doechii and...
Milestone Anniversaries: Alston Construction
On Aug. 11, we hosted a dinner at The Jacquelyn social club in in Midtown Sacramento with leaders of local businesses and nonprofits that are celebrating milestone anniversaries this year. Alston Construction Company was among the participants.
Herring Gut Coastal Science Center's Learn-Discover-Grow Series: OCEAN GREENS
Seaweed in the past has been a misunderstood part of our marine world. Until recently it has always been seen through the lens of a slimy gross weed that no one likes to touch while swimming. Now, seaweed is being seen as a way to help diversify careers, feed livestock, and help solve climate change. This Learn Discover Grow event will focus on highlighting the importance of seaweed and how mid coast businesses are utilizing these ocean greens. First we will watch the film “Ocean Greens” (link below) online at the WaterBear network. We will then take time to talk to our wonderful guest speakers about how they use seaweed in their business! Our speakers are, Allison Lakin from Lakin’s Gorges Cheese, Gabriela Acero from wolfpeach, and Lauren & Greg Soutiea from the Causeway Restaurant at the Craignair. Watch the video ahead of time: Title of video: Ocean Greens Link: https://www.waterbear.com/player/62389235111f77a1b677ded9 Create an account, it's free. Guest speakers: Allison Lakin, Lakin’s Gorges Cheese at East Forty Farm Gabriela Acero, Wolfpeach Lauren & Greg Soutiea, The Causeway Restaurant REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE A ZOOM LINK PRIOR TO THE EVENT
NASA’s Roman Space Telescope is about to change how we see the universe
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to give scientists an unprecedented wide view of the universe, helping investigate dark energy and dark matter, chart the evolution of galaxies and aid in the discovery of planets beyond our solar system.
Arisa Health names new chief financial officer
Arisa Health, a Springdale-based behavioral healthcare system, said its chief financial officer, Keith Faught, recently left the role and has joined another organization. The nonprofit has promoted Brian Lutz, vice...
Arisa Health names new chief financial officer
Arisa Health, a Springdale-based behavioral healthcare system, said its chief financial officer, Keith Faught, recently left the role and has joined another organization. The nonprofit has promoted Brian Lutz, vice...
Arisa Health names new chief financial officer
Arisa Health, a Springdale-based behavioral healthcare system, said its chief financial officer, Keith Faught, recently left the role and has joined another organization. The nonprofit has promoted Brian Lutz, vice...
Money and Politics in Delaware: August 29, 2026
Money and Politics in Delaware is your link to finance, business and policy in the First State.
Trump cuts to science advisory boards have long-lasting consequences, researchers say
The federal government recruits top experts to volunteer to advise on pressing research issues of the day. Since President Trump took office, hundreds of these experts have been dismissed.
24th Annual BioBlitz at Seacoast Science Center
Join Seacoast Science Center on Sunday, September 20, 2026 for the 24th BioBlitz, the non-profits annual community science event in Odiorne Point State Park. Families and nature enthusiasts team up with SSC naturalists and guest experts to explore the Park’s habitats to find and identify as many different species as possible in just one day! BioBlitz is a great way to get kids (and adults!) excited about science, learn about the park’s biodiversity, and discover how you can help protect our natural world.Like an extreme nature scavenger hunt, BioBlitz offers many opportunities for all ages to gain knowledge and hone skills in their favorite areas of nature! Habitat, plant, and animal explorations are scheduled throughout the day, allowing participants to choose among activities that interest them the most. With seven distinct natural habitats to survey, there’s something for everyone! Explorations include tide pools, mammals, seine netting, salt marsh, mushrooms, and more (see full schedule online, subject to change). Find all the details on the BioBlitz web page, and get your tickets to explore with SSC: https://www.seacoastsciencecenter.org/events-overview/bioblitz
Trump says U.S. has entered deal with Venezuela to take control of 65 billion barrels of oil reserves
President Trump says his administration has entered a sweeping agreement with Venezuela that could give the U.S. access to vast amounts of the South American country's untapped oil reserves, at cost.
Florence and Aiken healthcare providers HopeHealth and Rural Health Services to merge
Nonprofit healthcare provider HopeHealth and Rural Health Services (RHS) announced plans to merge operations into a single community health center to serve Flor
N.C. congressman Edwards asks House colleagues not to censure him
The chamber's Ethics Committee this month issued a report that found he engaged in unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two female aides.
Oklahoma officials outline progress on Rural Health Transformation Program initiatives
The update comes as Oklahoma prepares to enter the second budget period of a five-year federal funding opportunity meant to transform rural health.
Lee Health drops United Healthcare as in-network provider
Lee Health, the system that dominates Lee County in terms of hospitals and clinics, has abruptly announced that it is dropping United Healthcare as an in-network provider as of 2027.
TN Politics: Some county legal fees come due; MLGW wraps up storm restoration
Legal expenses for the MSCS takeover and Wanda Halbert litigations should advise future intra-government battles, says Otis Sanford.
So long to shorts? In Silicon Valley, tech workers are showing less leg
Men in the tech industry are covering up their legs, even as their counterparts in finance are increasingly open to showing them off.
Businesses are getting tariff refunds. Why aren't consumers getting their cut?
A slew of American companies are getting billions of dollars back in tariff refunds after a Supreme Court ruling. Many consumers, though, may never get anything back.
What a fake poll reveals about worries around prediction markets and the midterms
While a stunt involving fake polls may not have been an effort to rig prediction markets, concerns are growing ahead of the midterms about other attempts to influence the betting sites.
Saul Williams opens a portal between politics and possibility
The unflinching multidisciplinary artist has long welcomed new challenges. With the release of a new album and a new book, he embraces the role his career has been building toward: investigative poet.
Dolly’s generosity to Vanderbilt Health highlighted; reading test results before your doctor has a chance; staying healthy this fall; plus other stories with Vanderbilt Health sources
Dolly Parton’s generosity to Vanderbilt Health was mentioned in many of her obituaries. A sampling: The New York Times, the BBC, NPR, NBC News, The Guardian, and Scripps News. Vanderbilt Health News posted a tribute to her, as well, and Mark Denison, MD, Professor Emeritus of Pediatrics and former director of the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, spoke to NewsNation for a story about her impact on his research. Everyday Health interviewed Trent Rosenbloom, MD, MPH, Professor of Biomedical Informatics, for a story about a new JAMA study that found two-thirds of patients read test results before connecting with a doctor. Comprehension of test results varied: 6.6 percent said they had a poor understanding, 26.8 percent understood the results fairly well, 31.7 percent understood them well, and 34.9 percent understood the results very well. William Schaffner, MD, Professor of Preventive Medicine, was quoted by several news outlets about public health issues, including: Healthline (cyclosporiasis cases now in 47 states); “The Naked Scientists” podcast (salmonella outbreak sickens hundreds); Medscape (the lighter-than-usual just-completed Australian flu season); and People (how to stay healthy this fall). Scripps News interviewed Jessica Young, MD, Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology, about Vanderbilt researchers launching a study to determine if GLP-1 drugs can help people with opioid use disorder. WSMV Channel 4 News reporter Diana Rocco interviewed Kashish Goel, MBBS, Associate Professor of Medicine and Director of Transcatheter Heart Valve Interventions, for a story about patient Dixie Watt and her minimally invasive valve replacement with the M3 device, the first Food and Drug Administration-approved transseptal transcatheter mitral valve replacement. Fogarty International Center writer/editor Susan Scutti interviewed John Koethe, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease, for a profile article for their newsletter, Global Health Matters. The article presents him as an example of a Fogarty Fellow success story and focus on his past and present research, including the HIV/AIDS research he conducted for his Fogarty project at the Centre for Infectious Diseases Research in Zambia in 2008 and 2009.
Joel Sandridge & Jim Donaghue
Mather, a nonprofit organization with a mission of creating Ways to Age Well, announces Joel Sandridge as Vice President of Design and Construction.
Trump directs federal government to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America
President Trump signed an executive order on Thursday directing the federal government to rename Lake Ontario amid an escalating trade dispute with Canada .
Primary conversations: Manzur says it’s time to break donors’ grip on party politics
Senate Democratic candidate Karishma Manzur lives in Exeter, serves as a volunteer with progressive organizations and has a background in medical science.
Introducing Ideastream's full-time science reporter: Me
Jeff St.Clair steps away from the host chair to become Ideastream's full-time science reporter
What climate science tells us about the causes of the Colorado River crisis
Researchers have grown increasingly confident in global warming’s role in post-2000 ‘megadrought’ and its impact on the Colorado River.
Rwandans love their milk bars. The health minister wishes they'd drink a little less
A big glass of moo juice — no, make that several glasses a day — is common in Rwanda. Is that too much of a good thing?