Dan Vergano
@danvergano.bsky.social
Senior Editor at Scientific American.
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I don’t think people outside of healthcare realize how much AAP is standing out as a moral backbone of medicine right now, especially in pediatrics. There is so much fear at institutions. Seeing an org directly and repeatedly targeted refuse to budge an inch is extraordinary.
AAP: ‘Stop wasting government resources to amplify false claims’ about vaccines, autism
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated its website to include false claims linking vaccines and autism, prompting a swift rebuke from the AAP and other medical experts.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:17 AM
I don’t think people outside of healthcare realize how much AAP is standing out as a moral backbone of medicine right now, especially in pediatrics. There is so much fear at institutions. Seeing an org directly and repeatedly targeted refuse to budge an inch is extraordinary.
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Sometimes antiquities restitution ceremonies only report the happy ending, yet there is still a lot to be learned in relation to art crime OSINT work if you examine the news (and the objects) carefully. 1 of 5 www.tonyburke.com.au/media-releas...
ARCHAEOLOGICAL OBJECTS RETURNED TO EGYPT — Tony Burke MP
The Albanese Labor Government has returned 17 archaeological objects to Egypt.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Sometimes antiquities restitution ceremonies only report the happy ending, yet there is still a lot to be learned in relation to art crime OSINT work if you examine the news (and the objects) carefully. 1 of 5 www.tonyburke.com.au/media-releas...
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God this is so depressing given the political response to it
"the economic response to the pandemic really worked. Indeed, there is a good case that it was the most successful example of countercyclical policy in US history." jwmason.org/slackwire/at...
At Groundwork: Lessons from the September Jobs Report – J. W. Mason
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November 26, 2025 at 9:34 PM
God this is so depressing given the political response to it
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Anyway, once again, I (and many other journalists who have never engaged in cartoonish ethical absurdity) was laid off twice in a year and a half, please pay for the work from the non-worst people imaginable
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Gravity Is Gone
Independent reporting and commentary on science, politics, and policy
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November 26, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Anyway, once again, I (and many other journalists who have never engaged in cartoonish ethical absurdity) was laid off twice in a year and a half, please pay for the work from the non-worst people imaginable
www.gravityisgone.com
www.gravityisgone.com
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Soooooo a decimated media ecosystem that requires individual reporters to be their own publishers, editors, and distributors and forces us all to fight for the same shrinking pool of people willing to pay…well. It’s gonna reward some really bad actors.
November 26, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Soooooo a decimated media ecosystem that requires individual reporters to be their own publishers, editors, and distributors and forces us all to fight for the same shrinking pool of people willing to pay…well. It’s gonna reward some really bad actors.
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you just can't have a meaningful conversation about the potential benefits of "AI" while this stuff is happening. it's like trying to talk about how useful an airplane might be during a hijacking
What the leaked AI executive order tells us about the Big Tech power grab
What the leaked AI executive order tells us about the Big Tech power grab
Should states write their own AI laws, or should David Sacks?
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November 26, 2025 at 4:31 PM
you just can't have a meaningful conversation about the potential benefits of "AI" while this stuff is happening. it's like trying to talk about how useful an airplane might be during a hijacking
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Why, this is hell, nor are we out of it
The CDC has turned off its vaccine search tool.
The vaccines.gov site now gives an error when you enter a valid zip code.
They also removed text saying “Vaccines can help you stay healthy” and added a banner saying the site is being updated.
The vaccines.gov site now gives an error when you enter a valid zip code.
They also removed text saying “Vaccines can help you stay healthy” and added a banner saying the site is being updated.
November 26, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Why, this is hell, nor are we out of it
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I briefly rise from my sickbed to enjoy this fine story.
Nashville contractors walk off of Music City Loop jobsite, citing months of nonpayment, safety concerns and attempted “poaching” of employees by Elon Musk’s The Boring Company.
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Local contractor employees stop Music City Loop work - Nashville Banner
Willie Shane and his crew walk off the Music City Loop project, citing safety concerns and payment issues with The Boring Company.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:18 PM
I briefly rise from my sickbed to enjoy this fine story.
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We nearly lost wild turkeys--but now they're thriving. Here's their story: 🧪 🌎 www.scientificamerican.com/podcast/epis...
Wild Turkeys Went from Almost Gone to Millions Strong
Wild turkeys once nearly disappeared, but today they’re thriving.
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November 26, 2025 at 1:31 PM
We nearly lost wild turkeys--but now they're thriving. Here's their story: 🧪 🌎 www.scientificamerican.com/podcast/epis...
"Health Effects of the 2021 Earned Income Tax Credit Expansion on Young Adults Without Children"
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"fewer poor mental health days and modest improvements in physical health."
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"fewer poor mental health days and modest improvements in physical health."
Health Effects of the 2021 Earned Income Tax Credit Expansion on Young Adults Without Children
Policy Points In 2021, young adults without children became (temporarily) newly eligible for the earned income tax credit, the largest US poverty alleviation program. This 2021 expansion was asso...
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November 26, 2025 at 3:27 PM
"Health Effects of the 2021 Earned Income Tax Credit Expansion on Young Adults Without Children"
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"fewer poor mental health days and modest improvements in physical health."
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"fewer poor mental health days and modest improvements in physical health."
"Exposure to the SNAP work requirement increased the probability of returning to prison within three years by 0.22 percentage points for non-drug offenders and 0.47 percentage points for drug offenders"
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The Effects of SNAP Work Requirement on Recidivism
Objective This paper examines the impact of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) work requirement on recidivism among ex-offenders. Methods Using offender-level data from the Natio...
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November 26, 2025 at 3:26 PM
"Exposure to the SNAP work requirement increased the probability of returning to prison within three years by 0.22 percentage points for non-drug offenders and 0.47 percentage points for drug offenders"
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"we investigate the intersection of partisanship, age, gender attitudes, and perceptions of Taylor Swift"
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"other than partisanship, the largest determinant of attitudes toward Taylor Swift is hostile sexism, wherein advances by women are seen as a threat."
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"other than partisanship, the largest determinant of attitudes toward Taylor Swift is hostile sexism, wherein advances by women are seen as a threat."
Mirrorball Politics: How Taylor Swift Reflects America's Partisan and Gender Divides
Objectives This study explores public opinion toward global pop star Taylor Swift as a focal point gaining insights into contemporary political and social dynamics in the United States. Methods Dr...
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November 26, 2025 at 3:22 PM
"we investigate the intersection of partisanship, age, gender attitudes, and perceptions of Taylor Swift"
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"other than partisanship, the largest determinant of attitudes toward Taylor Swift is hostile sexism, wherein advances by women are seen as a threat."
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"other than partisanship, the largest determinant of attitudes toward Taylor Swift is hostile sexism, wherein advances by women are seen as a threat."
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November 26, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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"such hurdles are becoming more common as legislation and court decisions have weakened the state’s public records laws"
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s office said it would cost $244.64 to review the emails between Abbott and Musk, which @kutnews.bsky.social and The Texas Newsroom paid.
After the check was cashed, Abbott’s and Musk’s lawyers sought to keep the records secret.
After the check was cashed, Abbott’s and Musk’s lawyers sought to keep the records secret.
Gov. Greg Abbott Was Ordered to Release Some of His Emails With Elon Musk. Most Are Blacked Out.
Months after fighting to keep secret emails between Gov. Greg Abbott and Elon Musk, Texas officials released 1,400 pages of records. But they reveal little about the two men’s relationship or Musk’s i...
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November 26, 2025 at 4:04 AM
"such hurdles are becoming more common as legislation and court decisions have weakened the state’s public records laws"
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House Members Push For Strong NASA Science Budget -- A press release from Representatives Chu, Bacon et al urges "Strong Final FY26 Appropriations for Space Science and Exploration." Full text and letter nasawatch.com/policy/house... #NASA
House Members Push For Strong NASA Science Budget
Strong Final FY26 Appropriations for Space Science and Exploration.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:35 PM
House Members Push For Strong NASA Science Budget -- A press release from Representatives Chu, Bacon et al urges "Strong Final FY26 Appropriations for Space Science and Exploration." Full text and letter nasawatch.com/policy/house... #NASA
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A third Kentucky infant has died from whooping cough (also known as pertussis) this year as the state faces its largest spike in cases since 2012. Cases are only expected to continue to rise, highlighting the importance of widespread immunization. Learn more: publications.aap.org/aapnews/news...
November 25, 2025 at 9:13 PM
A third Kentucky infant has died from whooping cough (also known as pertussis) this year as the state faces its largest spike in cases since 2012. Cases are only expected to continue to rise, highlighting the importance of widespread immunization. Learn more: publications.aap.org/aapnews/news...
Top Ivermectin Prescriber Now in CDC's Second Highest Position www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/faus...
Opinion | Top Ivermectin Prescriber Now in CDC's Second Highest Position
Ralph Lee Abraham, MD, has a questionable public health track record
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November 25, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Top Ivermectin Prescriber Now in CDC's Second Highest Position www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/faus...
The FDA Commissioner Is Missing the Point of Advisory Committees
— Makary's hand-picked panels lack diversity of opinion, robust evidence reviews, and credibility
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— Makary's hand-picked panels lack diversity of opinion, robust evidence reviews, and credibility
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Opinion | The FDA Commissioner Is Missing the Point of Advisory Committees
Makary's hand-picked panels lack diversity of opinion, robust evidence reviews, and credibility
www.medpagetoday.com
November 25, 2025 at 7:59 PM
The FDA Commissioner Is Missing the Point of Advisory Committees
— Makary's hand-picked panels lack diversity of opinion, robust evidence reviews, and credibility
www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/seco...
— Makary's hand-picked panels lack diversity of opinion, robust evidence reviews, and credibility
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If Data Center builders ignore renewable energy in favor of fossil fuel projects, air-pollution-related public health costs will be between $5.7 billion and $9.2 billion annually a new report shows. www.businessinsider....
AI runs on dirty power and the public pays the price
Data centers are setting back sustainable energy goals across the country. They also contribute to air and water pollution, Business Insider found.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:59 PM
If Data Center builders ignore renewable energy in favor of fossil fuel projects, air-pollution-related public health costs will be between $5.7 billion and $9.2 billion annually a new report shows. www.businessinsider....
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between "study on honesty appears to have used fabricated data," "study on cognitive dissonance after thwarted expectations may not show what it was believed to" and possibly "data for study on use of AI generated by LLM" we're pretty close to either a Dramatic Irony bracket or a trend piece
November 25, 2025 at 3:16 PM
between "study on honesty appears to have used fabricated data," "study on cognitive dissonance after thwarted expectations may not show what it was believed to" and possibly "data for study on use of AI generated by LLM" we're pretty close to either a Dramatic Irony bracket or a trend piece
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Confirmed that Louisiana Surgeon General Ralph Abraham — who moved to end vaccination promotion work in that state — has been picked to be CDC's Principal Deputy Director.
November 25, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Confirmed that Louisiana Surgeon General Ralph Abraham — who moved to end vaccination promotion work in that state — has been picked to be CDC's Principal Deputy Director.
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So, um, maybe the time to put some guardrails up on the fertility industry was quite a while ago.
First, this from a Jan 30 article (link in alt).
First, this from a Jan 30 article (link in alt).
November 18, 2025 at 11:24 PM
So, um, maybe the time to put some guardrails up on the fertility industry was quite a while ago.
First, this from a Jan 30 article (link in alt).
First, this from a Jan 30 article (link in alt).
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You pull yourself up by your boostraps. Me? I DESERVE free money from the government, and so do my rich friends bsky.app/profile/cwar...
November 25, 2025 at 4:21 PM
You pull yourself up by your boostraps. Me? I DESERVE free money from the government, and so do my rich friends bsky.app/profile/cwar...
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95% of authors are not making a living through book publishing. The public needs to understand this.
November 25, 2025 at 2:24 AM
95% of authors are not making a living through book publishing. The public needs to understand this.
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I mean this is out of Catch -22.
November 25, 2025 at 1:33 PM
I mean this is out of Catch -22.