In research conducted by Princeton University economists Anne Case and Angus Deaton, it was found that the lifespan divide between Black and White Americans has shrunk by 70% since 1990; however, the difference in lifespan between those that do – and do not – have a bachelor’s degree has more than doubled. Due to the onslaught of COVID-19, Case expects this educational divide to worsen. “Education turned out to be a really sharp knife in regard to death” Read full article here
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The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here