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News Brief January 25, 2025

James Beard Awards semi-finalists include two from Marietta

By Mark Woolsey Two Marietta eating and drinking establishments have made a high-profile culinary industry list—they’re semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards, considered the Oscars of the food and…

Immigration January 29, 2025

Federal threats against local officials who don’t cooperate with immigration orders could be unconstitutional − Justice Antonin Scalia ruled against similar plans

by Claire B. Wofford, College of Charleston, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] President Donald Trump has begun to radically change how the U.S. government handles…

National January 29, 2025

I study democracy worldwide − here’s how Texas is eroding human rights, free expression and civil liberties

by Katie Scofield, Texas A&M University-San Antonio, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] While concerns about the future of American democracy dominate headlines worldwide, millions of…

Psychology January 29, 2025

Understanding paranormal beliefs and conspiracy theories isn’t just about misinformation – this course unpacks the history

by Jeb Card, Miami University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teaching….

Georgia January 29, 2025

Both sides in Georgia’s reproductive rights debate ready for fight over new state IVF laws

by Jill Nolin, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission]January 27, 2025 Advocates on both sides of the fight over access to reproductive rights…

Health Care January 29, 2025

What a US Exit From the WHO Means for Global Health

This article by Amy Maxmen first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Amy Maxmen January 24, 2025 For decades, the United States has held considerable power in determining…

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