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Why child labor is decreasing (again)
The above graph shows a decline, a few years of stagnation, and then a decline again to “138” in the year 2024.
Dec 28, 2025
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Why old batteries hold promise
This piece has a different angle than previous ones.
Dec 2, 2025
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Why the high seas finally have a guardian
A classic economics example of the “tragedy of the commons” principle is in fishing.
Nov 24, 2025
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Why veteran homelessness is falling
Writing today made me feel particularly hopeful.
Nov 10, 2025
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Why organ donations continue to rise
Over 100,000 people in the United States are currently waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant.
Nov 2, 2025
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Why the Amazon is catching its breath
I took that picture two years ago from the Peruvian Amazon.
Oct 20, 2025
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Why... the logo
I am about two months late on citing a source.
Oct 13, 2025
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Why asteroid defense is possible
“If the dinosaurs had had a space program, they would not be extinct.”
Oct 6, 2025
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