This year, going to try to get back to posting info about evidence-backed, often non-obvious stuff that could make people’s lives better
#whatreallyworks #onetruething
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The Ancient Architecture that Defies Earthquakes
Stone buildings in northern India reveal secrets of old structures that could save lives.
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January 1, 2026 at 4:13 PM
This year, going to try to get back to posting info about evidence-backed, often non-obvious stuff that could make people’s lives better
#whatreallyworks #onetruething
nautil.us/the-ancient-...
#whatreallyworks #onetruething
nautil.us/the-ancient-...
The Evidence Effect: via the #MIT Poverty Action Lab
"In past decades, the world has made important gains in reducing poverty & creating opportunities for people and families to thrive. Today, hard-won progress is at risk."
www.povertyactionlab.org/evidence-eff...
#PovertyReduction #WhatReallyWorks
"In past decades, the world has made important gains in reducing poverty & creating opportunities for people and families to thrive. Today, hard-won progress is at risk."
www.povertyactionlab.org/evidence-eff...
#PovertyReduction #WhatReallyWorks
The Evidence Effect
With fewer resources available, the bar is even higher for deciding which social sector and development programs to invest in. Evidence can help governments, funders, and implementing organizations na...
www.povertyactionlab.org
October 2, 2025 at 2:47 PM
The Evidence Effect: via the #MIT Poverty Action Lab
"In past decades, the world has made important gains in reducing poverty & creating opportunities for people and families to thrive. Today, hard-won progress is at risk."
www.povertyactionlab.org/evidence-eff...
#PovertyReduction #WhatReallyWorks
"In past decades, the world has made important gains in reducing poverty & creating opportunities for people and families to thrive. Today, hard-won progress is at risk."
www.povertyactionlab.org/evidence-eff...
#PovertyReduction #WhatReallyWorks
Work requirements for health care do only one thing well: Ensure that fewer people get health care.
#whatreallyworks
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#whatreallyworks
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Georgia's Experience Raises Red Flags for Medicaid Work Requirement Nationwide
Applicants and beneficiaries have faced technical glitches
www.medpagetoday.com
June 11, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Work requirements for health care do only one thing well: Ensure that fewer people get health care.
#whatreallyworks
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#whatreallyworks
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NEW: the Port Authority tunnels and bridges January 2025 data is finally here — and I took a first pass at dissecting it.
First takeaway: 74,000 fewer cars crossed between NY and NJ in the first month of congestion pricing.
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First takeaway: 74,000 fewer cars crossed between NY and NJ in the first month of congestion pricing.
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March 21, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Nutrition warning labels work - but not because they influence consumers. They work because they influence food companies. h/t @statnews.com
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March 19, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Nutrition warning labels work - but not because they influence consumers. They work because they influence food companies. h/t @statnews.com
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"Participants who read the short article [on misinformation tactics] saw the longest effects — lasting around 1 month. . . . [After] receiving a “booster” or reminder . . . at the 4-week mark, the effects could last months, according to the study." #whatreallyworks
Great coverage of our new inoculation against fake news study in @natureportfolio.nature.com led by the brill @rakoenmaertens.bsky.social for @cnn.com
"This psychological booster could help people resist misinformation"
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"This psychological booster could help people resist misinformation"
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This psychological ‘booster’ could help people resist misinformation, a new study finds | CNN
Misinformation is everywhere, and it can be hard to detect false claims. But consistent training could help people avoid fake news traps, new research shows.
edition.cnn.com
March 11, 2025 at 2:54 PM
"Participants who read the short article [on misinformation tactics] saw the longest effects — lasting around 1 month. . . . [After] receiving a “booster” or reminder . . . at the 4-week mark, the effects could last months, according to the study." #whatreallyworks
"Participants who read the short article [on misinformation tactics] saw the longest effects — lasting around 1 month. . . . [After] receiving a “booster” or reminder . . . at the 4-week mark, the effects could last months, according to the study." #whatreallyworks
edition.cnn.com/2025/03/11/h...
edition.cnn.com/2025/03/11/h...
This psychological ‘booster’ could help people resist misinformation, a new study finds | CNN
Misinformation is everywhere, and it can be hard to detect false claims. But consistent training could help people avoid fake news traps, new research shows.
edition.cnn.com
March 11, 2025 at 2:52 PM
"Participants who read the short article [on misinformation tactics] saw the longest effects — lasting around 1 month. . . . [After] receiving a “booster” or reminder . . . at the 4-week mark, the effects could last months, according to the study." #whatreallyworks
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You want homeless people off the streets? This is how you do it. #whatreallyworks
“In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Those affected receive a small apartment & counselling with no preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected make their way back into a stable life. And all this is CHEAPER than accepting homelessness.”
Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need - scoop.me
In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Why? The country applies the "Housing First" concept agains homelessness.
thebetter.news
March 8, 2025 at 12:30 AM
You want homeless people off the streets? This is how you do it. #whatreallyworks
#SetupGatherings #FindCommonGround Maybe it's time to take a step back for a moment . Breathe ...Perhaps, have a "HIVE"mind sessions.. #WhatReallyWorks.. Focus With Clarity
one Solutions..What is the here and NOW..Reality!!
one Solutions..What is the here and NOW..Reality!!
March 7, 2025 at 1:00 AM
#SetupGatherings #FindCommonGround Maybe it's time to take a step back for a moment . Breathe ...Perhaps, have a "HIVE"mind sessions.. #WhatReallyWorks.. Focus With Clarity
one Solutions..What is the here and NOW..Reality!!
one Solutions..What is the here and NOW..Reality!!