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  In 1946, a Black Army veteran was beaten by police in South Carolina simply for asking to use the bathroom. He emerged from the jail permanently blind. His name was Isaac Woodard. His fight for justice reached the White House, inspired artists like Billie Holiday and Woody Guthrie to speak out, and helped set the stage for landmark civil rights victories. Yet his story is largely forgotten. https://theconversation.com/the-police-beating-that-opened-americas-eyes-to-jim-crows-brutality-53932 #V...

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  Americans are increasingly standing up to protect public lands. https://theconversation.com/how-protection-of-public-land-shapes-political-strategies-in-the-american-west-295334

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  Nicotine is bad for you. It’s addictive, raises heart rate and blood pressure, and can disrupt sleep. Don’t buy the claims by wellness influencers that it can boost your focus and brain health. https://theconversation.com/how-the-pro-nicotine-wellness-movement-rebranded-an-addictive-drug-290129

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  Private equity firms have spent millions acquiring methadone clinics across the country – building up local monopolies in many cases. But that investment hasn’t helped with the biggest problem: it’s hard for people with opioid use disorder to access the life-saving treatment. Legislation to allow pharmacies to compete with clinics has been tied up in Congress. https://theconversation.com/private-equity-is-buying-up-more-methadone-clinics-access-to-the-lifesaving-drug-isnt-getting-easier-2869...

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  Stop cleaning out your ears! Earwax is gross, but it turns out it’s basically a built-in trap that keeps bugs from crawling into your head. https://theconversation.com/earwax-is-both-slippery-and-sticky-this-weird-combo-might-lead-to-safer-insect-repellents-293324

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  After 1945, Holocaust survivors put together over 1,000 community scrapbooks to make sure their destroyed towns weren't forgotten. They packed them with old photos, school report cards, and hand-drawn maps. https://theconversation.com/let-nothing-be-forgotten-holocaust-survivors-memorial-books-honored-lives-lost-and-vibrant-hometowns-290274

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  Diarrhea, motion sickness or altitude sickness can quickly derail a vacation. A travel medicine doctor explains how to prepare, what medications to pack and when to see a doctor. (Got a travel horror story or a lesson learned the hard way? Share it in the comments!) https://theconversation.com/leave-home-with-a-plan-what-to-pack-in-your-medical-kit-and-when-to-seek-care-for-symptoms-abroad-293602

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  Israel has voted, but who will lead the country remains unclear. We spoke with Israeli politics expert Dov Waxman about the election results, key takeaways and the challenges ahead in forming a governing coalition: https://theconversation.com/israel-has-voted-but-what-comes-next-dissecting-a-messy-ballot-and-coalition-building-process-295404

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  Russia is bombing Ukrainian cities and knocking out power ahead of winter, hoping Ukrainians will give up hope and territory. But new polling suggests Putin's strategy isn't working: Ukrainians are suffering, but they're not more willing to concede the war. https://theconversation.com/putin-hopes-hardship-will-force-ukrainians-to-sue-for-peace-polling-suggests-it-wont-work-294619

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  What can the U.S. learn about gang violence from former child soldiers? A researcher who was once a child soldier himself explains why fear of punishment alone won't keep young people out of gangs: https://theconversation.com/punishment-alone-wont-help-gang-involved-teens-a-former-child-soldier-explains-why-282588

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  Religion has become an important factor in Brazilian politics, and Lula’s comeback victory revealed a complex picture: Black evangelical Christians are increasingly organizing around racial justice and challenging the assumption that religious voters lean right. https://theconversation.com/how-religion-collided-with-race-and-politics-in-brazils-presidential-election-294761

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  How do you regulate #AI when the technology keeps changing? A legal scholar argues that instead of writing rules for every new AI tool or use, lawmakers should focus on the harms these systems can cause and who's responsible when things go wrong: https://theconversation.com/how-should-ai-be-regulated-follow-the-harm-292350

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  SpaceX is phasing out the Falcon 9 – the rocket responsible for launching over half of the world's satellites. Now that they're shifting all focus to the giant Starship, everyone from weather trackers to tech startups is scrambling for a ride into orbit. https://theconversation.com/falcon-9-ushered-in-the-modern-space-economy-retiring-it-could-leave-the-industry-vulnerable-294225

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  The most important race on your ballot might be one you've barely heard about. Local prosecutors (your county might call the role district attorney, state’s attorney, or something else) make major decisions about public safety, including who gets put on trial and how they are punished. https://theconversation.com/why-your-vote-for-local-chief-prosecutor-will-matter-on-election-day-293420

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  Why do some people get sicker from viruses than others? Scientists are studying how the physical properties of our cells, including how stiff or flexible they are, may affect how easily viruses infect them. https://theconversation.com/viruses-obey-the-laws-of-physics-studying-how-can-help-researchers-understand-why-they-infect-people-differently-and-lead-to-better-treatments-291499

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  ChatGPT is great at generating ideas, but quantity isn't the same as creativity. The really interesting stuff still comes from people working together. https://theconversation.com/ai-may-quickly-generate-ideas-but-working-with-people-leads-to-more-creative-ones-292417

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  That scratched phone, scuffed bag or slightly damaged sweater might still work perfectly fine. So why do you want a new one? A new study finds that the desire to own flawless products can make some of us less willing to repair, reuse or even donate things with minor imperfections. https://theconversation.com/a-scuff-on-your-bag-a-dent-in-your-mug-and-suddenly-it-feels-like-time-for-a-new-one-293689

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  Nobody wants to have a bat flying around their home. Getting rid of them might seem daunting, but don’t panic. University of Illinois bat biologist Tara Hohoff shares how to free a bat safely. And why you shouldn’t go batty about bats outside your home.

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  Childcare now costs as much as housing for many American families, and a federal funding cliff forced states to innovate. Vermont, New Mexico and Kentucky are pioneering solutions. https://theconversation.com/some-states-are-stepping-up-after-federal-childcare-cuts-and-now-offer-lessons-for-the-future-293665

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  People are asking AI to help them grieve, pray, and find meaning. What does that mean for faith, and for what it means to be human? Join our free live webinar on AI and spirituality with a religious studies scholar and an AI researcher, led by our editors. Tues, Nov. 17 | 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Zoom (free) Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UR6hLPV3RPyqXMySGMwK0w

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  Some Republican politicians are using opposition to "sharia" as a political rallying cry, but American law already prevents courts from enforcing religious rules that violate the Constitution or citizens' rights. https://theconversation.com/what-is-sharia-law-and-why-is-it-so-controversial-in-the-united-states-294224

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  Some ghost stories are more than just spooky tales. They keep alive real histories of murder, injustice and tragedy. https://theconversation.com/ghost-stories-dont-just-scare-us-they-remind-us-of-historical-injustices-293080

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  The war in Iran has fractured MAGA's unity, with some of Trump's most vocal supporters now accusing an "Israel First" faction of betraying the movement's core "America First" principles. https://theconversation.com/ive-been-talking-to-maga-supporters-for-years-and-heres-why-some-are-sticking-with-trump-and-others-are-not-294771

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  Immigration helped Trump win in 2024. Now, his net approval on the issue is at negative 10.8%, and most Americans think his administration has gone too far with enforcement. https://theconversation.com/democrats-are-the-unwitting-beneficiaries-of-trumps-immigration-policies-295235

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  Wealth inequality in the US is getting worse. From tax policy to gas prices and tariffs, a mix of new factors are hurting the middle class and making the 0.1% pull get much richer than the 1%: https://theconversation.com/us-inequality-is-getting-worse-in-ways-you-might-not-expect-294075

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  India’s Gen Z protesters are taking on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government – armed with humor, cockroach memes and demands for democracy. The youth-led movement is now challenging alleged mass voter roll deletions and a government crackdown. https://theconversation.com/indian-gen-z-cockroach-protesters-aim-to-upend-assumptions-about-democracy-and-populism-in-modis-india-294730

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  If you think you’re paying a lot at the pump now, just wait: the situation may be about to get a whole lot worse. https://theconversation.com/why-fuel-prices-may-go-higher-still-292853

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  Yes, your grocery store receipt may contain chemicals that can be absorbed through your skin. But how worried should you actually be? A medical toxicologist explains why, for most people, handling receipts is probably pretty low risk. https://theconversation.com/are-there-toxic-chemicals-in-your-grocery-store-receipt-291246

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  “It’s like a workout in a hotbox.” Wildland firefighters work an average of 13.8 hours per shift in extreme heat, often for weeks at a time. The relentless heat, stress and smoke can take a serious toll on their bodies and their ability to make lifesaving decisions.

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  Decades of walls, checkpoints and Israeli military restrictions have made Palestinian suffering largely invisible to Israelis. The new documentary “NAZA” is the latest (but not the first) attempt to break that blockade. https://theconversation.com/in-naza-israeli-whistleblowers-revelations-about-civilian-deaths-in-gaza-reflect-a-longer-history-of-palestinian-isolation-292348