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pandemic

The COVID-19 Surge: Has the Peak Passed?

September 11, 2024

Is the summer COVID-19 surge finally dipping? Or is it just a temporary reprieve? The data is mixed, but there are some early signs that the surge may have peaked. However, not all metrics are moving in the rosy direction. For instance, positivity rates are still relatively high, and COVID-19 deaths

science

Is Science Becoming a Weapon? Examining the Price of Dissent in the COVID Era

September 10, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed a troubling trend: the suppression of dissenting scientific voices. While scientists have always debated, the last few years have seen an alarming rise in the silencing of those who challenge the prevailing narrative. This article explores the chilling effects of

entertainment

Savor the Flavors of Unity: Food and Country - A Culinary Journey of Hope and Resilience

August 27, 2024

In the heart of the pandemic, a troubling reality dawned upon Ruth Reichl, a celebrated chef, restaurant critic, and best-selling author. The resilience of small farmers, ranchers, and chefs hung in the balance, grappling with the immediate and systemic challenges of a fractured food system. Thus, R