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Newswise: FAU/Mainstreet USA Poll: Harris Edges Trump; but Democracy, Tariff Doubts Linger
Released: 19-Sep-2024 12:30 PM EDT
FAU/Mainstreet USA Poll: Harris Edges Trump; but Democracy, Tariff Doubts Linger
Florida Atlantic University

A new national poll shows U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris with a narrow lead over former U.S. President Donald Trump. The poll also uncovers complex voter attitudes toward democracy, economic policies, and the impact of celebrity endorsements.

Newswise: Covid-19 Job Losses Impacted Early Withdrawal From Retirement Accounts
Released: 18-Sep-2024 1:05 PM EDT
Covid-19 Job Losses Impacted Early Withdrawal From Retirement Accounts
Washington University in St. Louis

Having a robust emergency savings fund could help people weather financial shocks, such as job loss during the COVID-19 pandemic, finds a new study from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis.

   
Newswise: TikTok Ban Could Set Precedent for Social Media Free Speech and Privacy, Experts Say
Released: 17-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
TikTok Ban Could Set Precedent for Social Media Free Speech and Privacy, Experts Say
Virginia Tech

The clock is ticking for TikTok, and questions of freedom of speech and national security are on the line. This week, representatives for the popular video-sharing app are arguing in a federal appeals court for its ability to operate in the United States.  A federal law, which goes into effect in January, would ban the app for U.

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Released: 11-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Celebrity Endorsements Help Candidates, but Could Taylor Swift’s Move the Needle for Kamala Harris?
Virginia Tech

Celebrities have a long history of entering the political space to endorse candidates, specifically in high-interest races, and this presidential election is no different. Last night, following the presidential debate, Taylor Swift - arguably the biggest celebrity in the world - came out in support of Kamala Harris.

Released: 10-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: Beyoncé snubbed in CMA Award Nominations
George Washington University

Beyoncé’s album came out in March and broke numerous records, not to mention its groundbreaking impact on culture and country music as a genre. ...

Newswise: New York Aquarium Turns into “Ascarium” Again for Halloween
Released: 6-Sep-2024 8:05 AM EDT
New York Aquarium Turns into “Ascarium” Again for Halloween
Wildlife Conservation Society

This October, the New York Aquarium is getting into the Halloween spirit with the return of Ascarium.​​Ascarium is a family-friendly festival that takes over the New York Aquarium during the last two weekends of October. Perfect for all ages, guests will enjoy a variety of fall entertainment, activities, and parades while learning about the incredible (and sometimes spooky!) marine wildlife at the aquarium.

Released: 28-Aug-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: Paralympic Games Get Underway Wednesday in Paris
George Washington University

Over 4,000 athletes with disabilities, permanent injuries or impairments will compete for medals across 22 sports over 11 days. ...

   
Released: 22-Aug-2024 2:05 PM EDT
Marketing Expert Breaks Down Historic Olympic Viewership
University of Maryland, Robert H. Smith School of Business

Marketing professor Bobby Zhou explains three key factors to the Summer Olympics’ large viewership: an enticing Paris backdrop, ideal time zones for viewers and the Olympics’ innate potential to create a moment of unity.

   
Released: 21-Aug-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: Impact & Influence of Music and Pop Culture During the DNC Roll Call
George Washington University

What has a lot of people buzzing this morning is the music format the Democratic National Committee used during the ceremonial roll call. ...

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Released: 20-Aug-2024 11:05 AM EDT
The practical magic of creating hit soundtracks
University of Miami

Carlos Rafael Rivera has combined artistry and expertise for a successful career composing scores for streaming hits like "Lessons in Chemistry" and "The Queen's Gambit," which he passes on to his students in the Media Scoring and Production program at the Frost School of Music.

Released: 12-Aug-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: Evictions and Homelessness Trends in the United States
George Washington University

California and Massachusetts ordered the clearing of homeless encampments and capped family shelter space declaring “we do not have room” for the unhoused. ...

 
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Released: 2-Aug-2024 8:05 AM EDT
Curious by Nature: Neurodiversity at Work with Dr. Eric Patton
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Dr. Eric Patton from Saint Joseph’s University talks about his new book, Neurodiversity and Work, which looks at ways to make employment better for both companies and neurodiverse employees. He highlights how people with neurodiversity are often very intelligent, focused, innovative and perceptive.

 
Released: 1-Aug-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: Convicted Rapist on Dutch Beach Volleyball Team
George Washington University

Netherlands beach volleyball player Steven van de Velde was met with a mixed crowd during his Olympic debut this week due to the fact that he is a convicted rapist. ...

 
Released: 31-Jul-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: How Do We Refer to Women in Positions of Power?
George Washington University

Harris’ becoming the presumptive Democratic nominee for president has only reignited conversations about gender in politics. ...

Newswise: WashU Expert: In Ferguson aftermath, marginal progress but also regression
Released: 31-Jul-2024 11:05 AM EDT
WashU Expert: In Ferguson aftermath, marginal progress but also regression
Washington University in St. Louis

While some some progress has been made in the 10 years since Michael Brown’s death on Aug. 9, 2014, in many ways we have regressed as a nation, said Kimberly Norwood, the Henry H. Oberschelp Professor of Law at Washington University in St. Louis and editor of, and contributor to, the 2016 book “Ferguson’s Fault Lines: The Race Quake That Rocked a Nation.

 
Newswise: Washington University in St. Louis Experts: Faculty available to comment on 10th anniversary of Michael Brown's death
Released: 30-Jul-2024 2:05 PM EDT
Washington University in St. Louis Experts: Faculty available to comment on 10th anniversary of Michael Brown's death
Washington University in St. Louis

Washington University in St. Louis faculty listed below are available for media interviews on the 10th anniversary of the death of Michael Brown Aug. 9, 2014, and subsequent civil unrest in Ferguson, Mo. Topic: Where are we now? While some some progress has been made, in many ways we have regressed as a nation and that regression has no end in sight, said Kimberly Norwood, the Henry H.

 
Released: 26-Jul-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: Athletes to Sail Down the Seine Today in Opening Ceremony for 2024 Paris Olympics
George Washington University

Over 10,000 athletes representing 206 countries will float down the Seine River in the middle of Paris today as part of the 2024 Summer Olympics opening ceremony. ...

   
Released: 25-Jul-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Explaining the Gist of Why Misinformation Is False May Help Curb the Spread of It
George Washington University

New study demonstrates an effective way of curbing the spread of misinformation online. ...

 


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