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What Will A Change In U.S. House Leadership Mean For Hawaii?
Civil Beat Washington, D.C. Correspondent Nick Grube joined us in the newsroom to talk about what’s new on the hill, including millions of dollars headed to our islands.
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High Interest Rates Aren’t Going Away Anytime Soon — A Business Economist Explains Why
The latest economic data discouraged the Fed from easing up as it gathered for its latest policy meeting.
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The Weekly News Quiz: April 26
Test your knowledge of national and international news events with The Conversation’s weekly quiz.
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Potent New Cannabis Products Can Present Hazards For Adolescents
The risks of cannabis use are even greater with concentrates due to the high levels of THC.
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A Young Black Scientist Discovered A Pivotal Leprosy Treatment But Is Only Now Getting Proper Recognition
An older colleague took the credit for the discovery after the untimely early death of Alice Ball in 1916.
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The Weekly News Quiz: April 19
Test your knowledge of national and international news events with The Conversation’s weekly quiz.
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The Hidden Risk Of Letting AI Decide – Losing The Skills To Choose For Ourselves
We owe it to ourselves to take back ownership of the true privilege – and responsibility – of being human.
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The Weekly News Quiz: April 12
Test your knowledge of national and international news events with The Conversation’s weekly quiz.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Immigrant Workers Save Aging Economies But Face Financial Struggles In Their Senior Years
After age 50, immigrants experience a downward trajectory of income compared to native-born individuals. The pattern holds true across racial and ethnic groups.
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Loneliness Can Kill, And New Research Shows Middle-Aged Americans Are Particularly Vulnerable
The desire to belong is an innate and fundamental need. When this is lacking, it can have downstream consequences.