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Claire Anderson

Claire Anderson

Claire Anderson is a contributing writer for National Tribune, covering the economy, the climate, energy, health trends, and more. She brings a keen eye for detail and a commitment to insightful reporting to her work.

The Promise and Peril of Designer Babies: Navigating the Ethical Landscape of Polygenic Embryo Selection

The Promise and Peril of Designer Babies: Navigating the Ethical Landscape of Polygenic Embryo Selection

The prospect of selecting desirable traits in offspring, once relegated to the realm of science fiction, is rapidly approaching scientific reality. This notion, exemplified by the concept of "designer babies," sparks both excitement and profound ethical concerns. Companies like Genomic Prediction, Orchid, HeraSight, and Nucleus are now offering

U.S. Economic Growth Moderates at Year's End, Signaling Potential Slowdown

U.S. Economic Growth Moderates at Year's End, Signaling Potential Slowdown

Recent data released by the federal government indicates a deceleration in the U.S. economy during the final months of 2025, raising concerns about potential headwinds for economic growth. The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew at an annualized rate of 1.4% in the fourth quarter, according to the initial

Intensifying Snowfall and Avalanche Risk: Climate Change Complicates Mountain Weather Patterns

Intensifying Snowfall and Avalanche Risk: Climate Change Complicates Mountain Weather Patterns

The Sierra Nevada mountain range in California is currently experiencing a series of intense storms, with the weather system extending its impact to Colorado and triggering avalanche warnings across the Rocky Mountains. These severe weather conditions serve as a stark reminder of the increasing volatility of mountain weather and the

Shadow of Industry: Revoking Environmental Protections Threatens Health in Louisiana's Cancer Alley

Shadow of Industry: Revoking Environmental Protections Threatens Health in Louisiana's Cancer Alley

The region of Louisiana encompassing approximately 170 fossil fuel and petrochemical plants has long been associated with elevated rates of premature death among its residents. Often referred to as Cancer Alley, this area, largely populated by minority and low-income communities, experiences significant air pollution linked to increased cancer incidence and

The Artemis Program: Ambition and Uncertainty in the New Space Race

The Artemis Program: Ambition and Uncertainty in the New Space Race

NASA’s Artemis program represents a significant endeavor to re-establish American leadership in space exploration, aiming to return astronauts to the Moon and ultimately build a sustainable lunar presence. This initiative is framed by some U.S. politicians as the “new space race” with China, which has its own ambitious

Climate Change Linked to Economic Losses in the United States, Study Finds

Climate Change Linked to Economic Losses in the United States, Study Finds

A recent study has established a correlation between climate change and economic losses within the United States, using temperature as a key metric to track the impact on various sectors. Researchers assert that the consistent tracking of temperature provides a reliable link between climate change and economic activity. While acknowledging

Floral Motifs in Ancient Art Suggest Early Mathematical Cognition

Floral Motifs in Ancient Art Suggest Early Mathematical Cognition

The conventional understanding of the origins of mathematical thought typically links it to the advent of writing, a development that occurred approximately five to six thousand years ago. However, a recent archaeological study challenges this long-held assumption by examining floral designs discovered on painted pottery shards from the Halafian sites