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6 Politicians Who Got the Science Wrong
By Stephanie Pappas published
Politicians often struggle with scientific facts.
Akin Has Company: 5 Politicians Who Got the Science Wrong
By Stephanie Pappas published
Politicians often struggle with scientific facts.
Most Americans, Even Catholics, Say Birth Control Is Moral
By Stephanie Pappas published
82 percent of Catholics deem birth control morally okay
Baby Brains May 'Wake Up' Before Birth
By Jennifer Welsh published
Chickens, and possibly human babies, sleep and wake before being born.
Expectations of Long Life Lead to Leisurely Decisions
By Jennifer Welsh published
Are you feeling extraordinarily mortal today? You are probably also thinking about settling down.
Watered-Down Abortion Ultrasound Bill Passes Virginia Senate
By Stephanie Pappas published
Bill now goes back to the Virginia House and then to the Governor.
Teen Pregnancy Rate Hits 40-Year Low
By Joseph Castro published
Teenage pregnancy, birth and abortion rates have steadily decreased over the last two decades.
Most Divisive Moral Issues Revealed in Poll
By Stephanie Pappas published
Americans are most divided on doctor-assisted suicide, abortion and having a baby out of wedlock.
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