AlisonAnalysis | A Navy SEAL was killed in Somalia. Here’s what you need to know about U.S. operations there.verified_publisherThe Washington Post - Paul D. WilliamsOn May 4, a U.S. Navy SEAL was killed and at least two others wounded in a raid against al-Shabab militants in Somalia. The U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) said that the incident occurred in Barii, a small town approximately 40 miles west of the capital, Mogadishu. In the Somali-led operation, U.S. …
AlisonE.P.A. Dismisses Members of Major Scientific Review Board (Published 2017)verified_publisherThe New York Times - Coral DavenportWASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency has dismissed at least five members of a major scientific review board, the latest signal of what critics call a campaign by the Trump administration to shrink the agency’s regulatory reach by reducing the role of academic research. A spokesman for …
AlisonThe empty brainAeon Media - Robert EpsteinNo matter how hard they try, brain scientists and cognitive psychologists will never find a copy of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony in the brain – or copies …
AlisonThese 5 Tiny Mistakes Are Blocking Your Successverified_publisherInc Magazine - Tom PopomaronisSometimes, you just need to get out of your own way. Success in both life and business revolves around your ability to effectively communicate, inspire, and work with other people. But those are no easy tasks, and it can be difficult to know where to start in attempting to improve yourself in those …
AlisonA psychiatrist explains 7 strategies that will help you work smarterverified_publisherBusiness Insider - IvankaTrump.comOur environment matters more than we often realize. Research has repeatedly shown that our surroundings impact our behavior and emotions. Students do better in schools with more natural light. Painting prison walls a certain shade of pink reduces aggression. A high ceiling encourages more expansive …