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Millions Of Americans Are Problem Gamblers. So Why Do So Few People Ever Seek Treatment?
Legal sports betting is spreading and legislators have put forward two types of bills that seek to legalize betting on sports in Hawaii.
The Weekly News Quiz: Feb. 10
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The Weekly News Quiz: Feb. 3
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Debates Over Sacred Images Show Difficulties Appeasing Any Side
The depiction of Prophet Muhammad at Hamline University has raised questions about what sacred images can be shown in a classroom.
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30×30 Is Conservation’s Flashy New Goal. Now It’s Time To Figure Out What It Means
The new global target aims to protect 30 percent of land and waters. But is it a powerful goal or an empty slogan?
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Society’s Hunger For Metals Has Entrepreneurs Looking At The Deep Seabed
While deep-sea mining may pose less of an environmental threat than its terrestrial counterpart, much is unknown about the ecosystem.
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The Weekly News Quiz: Jan. 22
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New Study Of Marshall Islands Fish Highlights Peril Of Using Oceans As Dumping Grounds
Researchers said that the results won’t currently affect food choices for Marshallese and are consistent with global marine pollution trends.
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How ‘Gig’ Jobs Are Legally Defined Affects Workers’ Rights
There are benefits for workers for this emerging model of employment but pitfalls as well.