Overfishing Strips Tens of Millions from Southeast Economy

Overfishing Strips Tens of Millions from Southeast Economy

An analysis commissioned by the Pew Environment Group reveals that historic overfishing resulted in the loss of tens of millions of dollars in recreational fishing expenditures annually from 2005 to 2009. Spending on recreational fishing in the South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico could have delivered millions of dollars more to these regions if fish populations had been at healthy levels. The results provide a strong case for maintaining healthy ocean fish populations by continuing efforts to rebuild depleted species and end and prevent overfishing.

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37 Scientists Pioneering the Future of Biomedical Research

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Biomedical researchers are at the heart of nearly every medical advancement. From cutting-edge cancer treatments to breakthrough discoveries about emerging viruses, these scientists use creativity and ingenuity to explore new horizons in human health and medicine. And for nearly 40 years, The Pew Charitable Trusts has supported more than 1,000 early-career researchers committed to this work.

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How does broadband internet reach our homes, phones, and tablets? What kind of infrastructure connects us all together? What are the major barriers to broadband access for American communities?