‘It’s not a luxury:’ With child drownings on the rise, swim lessons more crucial than ever
Accidental drownings are the single leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4 in the U.S., ahead of car crashes and cancer, according to the CDC. Black children drown at rates three times higher than white children.
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Cultural appropriation or appreciation? Tracing the history of mahjong in America
Under the Radar speaks with two local Chinese mahjong players and enthusiasts about the current mahjong craze and the game's centuries-old history -
Mass. drought levels worsen despite recent rainfall
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Haitian Americans celebrate amid political uncertainty
Ahead of the 24th Annual Haitian Unity Parade, grand marshals reflect on Haitian heritage and political uncertainty. -
Mass. politicians, abortion supporters cautiously celebrate Supreme Court ruling
Local leaders said that restricting access to mifepristone should never have been a matter for courts to decide in the first place. -
How to reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s dementia, from local experts
As millions of Americans are living with Alzheimer’s dementia, two researchers spoke with GBH's Morning Edition to break down the latest on what we know about the brain disorder.
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