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Covid Vaccines in First Trimester Not Tied to Birth Defects, Study Finds
The results of a large study in France are consistent with previous research indicating that Covid vaccination is safe and effective in pregnancy. Source link
Ancient lead exposure may have influenced how our brains evolved
Lead poisoning isn’t just a modern phenomenon: fossil teeth show signs that it affected ancient hominids, and Homo sapiens may have coped better than our close relatives Source link
New Scientist recommends Sheri S. Tepper's science fiction novel Grass
The books, TV, games and more that New Scientist staff have enjoyed this week Source link
Drahi’s Altice Rejects $20 Billion Joint Offer From Peers
The telecom operator, owned by billionaire Patrick Drahi, rejected a joint non-binding offer to buy a large part of the company from Bouygues, Orange and Free-iliad group. Source link
America Is Heavily Reliant on China for Raw Materials in Medicines
A new analysis found that nearly 700 drugs approved for use in the United States depend on chemicals solely produced in China. Source link
CO2 levels in Earth's atmosphere jumped by a record amount in 2024
The global average concentration of CO2 surged by 3.5 parts per million to reach 423.9 ppm last year, fuelling worries that the planet’s ability to soak up excess carbon is weakening Source link
The Bitter Pill for Emmanuel Macron’s Survival
Harrison Stetler Amid a spiraling political crisis, France’s president is being forced to retreat on his signature reform. The post The Bitter Pill for Emmanuel Macron’s Survival appeared first on The Nation. Source link
A Presidency for Sale
Peter Kuper, Anonymous Trump’s blatant corruption is unprecedented. The post A Presidency for Sale appeared first on The Nation. Source link
Trump Has Just Condemned More Americans to Hunger
Elie Mystal The administration’s decision to fast-track a bunch of changes to food stamps—including new work requirements—is as stupid as it is cruel. The post Trump Has Just Condemned More Americans to Hunger appeared first on The Nation. Source link
Malala Yousafzai Thought She’d Never Fall in Love
The global activist gets candid in her new memoir. She spoke with us about struggling with panic attacks, finding her personal style and changing her mind about what marriage could be. Source link