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Featured Scholarships: December 2024 By Matt Konrad As the calendar year comes to a close, we’re spotlighting some generous scholarship programs for students in specific fields, including awards for aspiring music educators, healthcare workers and culinary professionals. And if you’re not in one of those featured majors, don’t worry—there are lots of open scholarships to … Read more
Figuring out if someone is genuinely attracted to you can often feel like trying to solve a complex puzzle. It’s not always about the words they say, but more about the non-verbal cues they give off. Body language plays a critical part in how we communicate our feelings, even when we’re trying our best to … Read more
Since its first introduction to the public, artificial intelligence has changed how many industries conduct business. The freelancing community also felt the shift brought by AI, with sides forming in support and in opposition to its use. Those who support it believe it can improve productivity and open new work opportunities. Meanwhile, those against AI … Read more
On November 12, 2024, the Dutch Court of Appeal in The Hague issued its eagerly awaited appeals judgment in Milieudefensie (Friends of the Earth Netherlands) and others v. Royal Dutch Shell. The applicants sought an injunction declaring that Shell is legally bound to reduce its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 45% below 2019 levels by … Read more
The Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change underscores the need for carbon dioxide removal (“CDR”) to complement emissions reductions in meeting global climate targets. Ocean-based CDR strategies, which aim to increase the ocean’s natural carbon sink capacity, are gaining attention. One such strategy, ocean alkalinity enhancement (“OAE”), involves adding alkaline … Read more
Back in 2003, Michael Herz and I wrote an article calling for the creation of an online, word searchable database of environmental impact statements that had been prepared under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and its state equivalents. These EISs are written at great expense and contain massive amounts of observational data about air and water … Read more
On Friday, December 6, the Sabin Center filed an amicus brief on behalf of the National League of Cities and the U.S. Conference of Mayors in support of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in Kentucky v. EPA as part of our ongoing amicus efforts to support strong federal climate regulations. The case involves EPA’s … Read more
We seem to belittle daily behaviors, not realizing how much they reveal about our self-respect and dignity. For many men, seemingly small habits can conceal a deeper struggle with self-worth. These actions don’t necessarily define a person’s character, but they often hint at something more—an internal battle that’s waiting to be addressed. In this article, … Read more
Trust is a fragile thing, easily broken and difficult to rebuild. And once it’s been betrayed, it can feel impossible to recover from. But it’s not. Moving forward after a breach of trust is tough, but not unachievable. It requires patience, understanding, and most importantly, the right approach. In the following lines, I’ll be sharing … Read more
When considering studying abroad, you might ask yourself: What truly matters when choosing a study destination? Recent research reveals common themes that many international students like you prioritize. Let’s dive into these key factors. What Do You Really Want as an International Student? Graduate Employment Success As an international student, employability is likely at the top of your … Read more