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fromArs Technica
1 week ago

There could be "dark main sequence" stars at the galactic center

The initial mass of a star determines its rate of hydrogen burning and subsequent evolution into heavier element fusion. This is integrated into the main sequence, a systematic classification for stars.
Science
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

A Planet Money guide to 5 fascinating new econ papers

Firewood was humanity's main energy source for centuries, but solid statistics about prices have been difficult to find due to many Americans chopping down wood themselves.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

China Burns 10x More Coal Than the US -- Way More Than Any Other Nation on Earth

Coal remains one of the most heavily used energy sources globally, fueling economies from China to the US and practically every country in between. Despite the rise of green energy, coal consumption is integral for these economies.
World politics
Public health
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

Climate change is harming the health of Americans, and they know it

Increased awareness among Americans about health impacts from climate change.
Growing trust in scientists regarding climate-related health issues, surprisingly countering overall trends.
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