The Pandemic’s Effects on Mental Health, López Obrador’s Flirtation with Russia, and More

April 12, 2022

How did COVID-19 affect Americans’ well-being and mental health?

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, many studies have claimed unprecedented increases in depression and anxiety among young Americans compared to older cohorts. Are these conclusions accurate? In a review of multiple datasets, Emily Dobson, Carol Graham, Tim Hua, and Sergio Pinto find a series of contrasting stories about the nation’s mental health.

Mexican members of Congress pose with Russian ambassador in Mexico Viktor Koronelli

López Obrador’s flirtation with Russia risks worsening US-Mexican relations

Since the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Mexico has been raising eyebrows in Washington and other capitals determined to push back on Vladimir Putin’s war of aggression. Arturo Sarukhan explains why Mexico’s president is “blindly playing with fire,” and how American officials are reacting.

Elevated view of students working in a large college computer lab

Computer science education policies helping to stimulate broader participation

Expanding computer science (CS) education is expected to directly benefit students, promote sustainable economic growth, and help close historical gaps in technology fields. Michael Hansen and Nicolas Zerbino outline key lessons from their new report on policy expansions around CS.

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