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Daily HeadlinesNovember 2, 2017

A young man lying on a tanning bed. Even though men use tanning beds at lower rates than women, men who tan tend to do it in riskier ways, according to a new study by UConn researchers. (Getty Images)

Tanning Beds and Risky Behavior Linked – in Men

Even though men use tanning beds at lower rates than women, men who tan tend to do it in riskier ways, according to a new study by UConn researchers. Read more.

Sculpture of the Chinese philosopher Confucius. (Getty Images)

Op-ed: What Chinese Philosophers Can Teach Us About Dealing with Grief

The pain of grief is part of human existence. Daoist and Confucian philosophy can help find meaning in grief, says philosophy professor Alexus McLeod. Read more.

As forest edges multiply and deep forest shrinks, some edge-loving species like the boa constrictor are becoming invasive, while deep forest-dwellers like the Sunda pangolin are becoming at risk of extinction. (Image from an animated video, 'Biodiversity on the Edge'/ Imperial College London, ERC, and Newcastle University)

Living on the Edge Not for All Species

A new study finds that as tropical forests become increasingly fragmented, some species are at an ever-increasing risk for extinction, especially those that depend on the forest core. Read more.

UConn Men's Soccer fans, otherwise known as the Goal Patrol, cheer on their team at a home game in Morrone Stadium. (Stephen Slade '89 (SFA) for UConn)

Goal Patrol Continues to Shine

The UConn men’s soccer team leads all of Division I in accumulated and average attendance for the 2017 season. A big part of that is the Goal Patrol. Read more.

UConn in the News

Washington Post

On team full of great stories, George Springer, World Series MVP, might be the best

Associated Press

Astros’ George Springer slugs his way to World Series MVP

ESPN

Astros embrace their World Series moment with rings, revelry and reflection

ABC News Radio

Houston Astros claim first World Series title in Game 7 win over Dodgers

ABC News

With his 5th home run, George Springer ties mark for most homers in a World Series

New Republic