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President Trump’s proposed 'Golden Dome' vs. the laws of physics
Trump’s space-based missile defense system. Could it protect the country against a nuclear attack, or is it technically impossible?
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10 months, 2 weeks ago
The Jackpod: The basic disturbance of the 21st century
On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on how the impact of AI in the 21st century could be more disruptive to the workforce than mass production was in t…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
The Israeli government’s true goal in Gaza
Israel's government recently voted to ramp up the war in Gaza. A food blockade starved Gazans for months. And critical voices internationally, and wi…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Is animal testing even needed anymore?
Running tests on lab rats, mice and other species is an integral part of biomedical research. Now, some say artificial intelligence and other technol…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
The federal takeover of Rikers Island
New York City has lost control of its jails. In May, a federal judge ruled that the city’s jails, including Rikers Island, will now be run by a manag…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
The long-term effects of nuclear waste in St. Louis
For decades, kids in St. Louis County caught crawdads in Coldwater Creek, made mudpies, went swimming -- and were exposed to nuclear waste. Hear the …
10 months, 3 weeks ago
How YouTube transformed our world
YouTube turns 20 this year. The platform now hosts 20 billion videos, and lets basically anyone, anywhere on Earth, create, share and watch. How has …
10 months, 3 weeks ago
The Jackpod: Making America safe for cancer
On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on the Environmental Protection Agency’s new mission under the leadership of its new administrator, Lee Zeldin.
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10 months, 3 weeks ago
Steph Curry, 'Moreyball' and the NBA's 3-point revolution
NBA teams have nearly tripled the number of 3-point attempts since the turn of the century. Fans now say it's hurting the game. Is the NBA taking too…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
The push to eliminate honors programs in schools
In an effort to reduce inequality in education outcomes, some school districts are removing honors classes or other programs for high achievers. Some…
10 months, 3 weeks ago