Scientists have unraveled the genome of the coelacanth, a rare and primitive fish once thought to be extinct, shedding light on how closely it’s related to the first creatures to emerge from the sea.
"institute"
In Hindsight, Those Presidential Polls Looked Just Fine
Election night results fell within the margin of error for many of the best-known national polls, including several that had faced regular criticism during the election season.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Fixing Long Election Lines May Be Easier Said Than Done
President Obama, in his victory speech, noted that the hours voters had to wait in line are something “we have to fix.” One solution: Spend more on equipment and poll workers. But that would be tough in this fiscal climate. Another is to expand early voting. But states such as Ohio have had their early-voting laws challenged in court.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Sandy, Election Could Skew Future Jobs Reports
Friday’s jobs report was — in effect — a BEFORE snapshot of the U.S. economy. The Labor Department collected all of the data before Superstorm Sandy slammed into the East Coast and before the election outcome could be known. The election adds uncertainty over the looming fiscal cliff that has made some companies reluctant to hire.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
In Sandy’s Wake, Romney Struggles To Regain Attention
A hurricane is no time for campaigning. That naturally gives an advantage to the incumbent, whose job is leading the cleanup and recovery efforts. The media will eventually turn its gaze back to the campaign, but there isn’t much time left.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Pumps And Polls: Why Americans Wait In Lines
You don’t need the threat of a menacing storm like Hurricane Sandy to get folks in line. Look around — we line up to dance and dine, to buy tickets and the newest iPhone, and for the opportunity to cast an early ballot.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Five Debate-Worthy Facts About China
Last week’s debate was ostensibly about domestic issues, but that didn’t stop China from being mentioned numerous times. Tonight’s debate, focused on foreign policy, is sure to see relations with Beijing get airplay.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Put Off By ‘Too Many Mitts,’ ‘Salt Lake Tribune’ Endorses Obama
Utah could give Mitt Romney his largest margin on Election Day, but the state’s biggest newspaper is rooting for his rival. The Tribune’s editorial board says the Romney it praised for turning around the 2002 Olympics is not the same Romney running for president in 2012.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Swing-State Billboards Warning Against Voter Fraud Stir Backlash
Civil rights groups and Democrats complain that the billboards — many located in black, Hispanic and student-dominated neighborhoods — are meant to intimidate voters.
How Conservatives Learned To Love Mitt Romney
His rise in the polls has been accompanied by a shift to the middle that conservatives had long feared. But because Romney triumphed in direct debate with President Obama, the right is embracing him like never before. Says one conservative leader: “They really get the feeling their guy can win.”» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us