July 27, 2024

Turning Down the National Temperature & Consumers' Struggle with Energy Costs

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Turning Down the National Temperature There's a great divide in America. Many don't just disagree with the other side, but treat their opponents with extreme hatred. Is it possible for a fractured population to end the division and become more empathetic to those with differing views? Judith Orloff, MD, Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCLA, author of the book, "The Genius of Empathy," offers some wise advice.
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Consumers' Struggle with Energy Costs Have rising energy costs slammed your household budget? You're not alone. Dashia Milden, Money Editor at CNET, shares the results of their recent survey that found that home electric and gas bills are forcing a significant number of American to make difficult cuts in non-essentials and even essential items.
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Fixing STEM Education Programs The US faces significant challenges in STEM education. David Kanani, PhD, STEM education expert, Director of US ORT Operations, President of Bramson ORT Institute of Technology, President of Los Angeles ORT College, explains how these problems impact national security and economic stability, and how innovative educational programs can help.
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