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Expectations Swirl Around Science Topics

United StatesFri Sep 25 2026
Expectations Swirl Around Science Topics

People currently seem to think measles cases in the U.S. will reach the stated benchmark. The feeling is clearly yes. The trend looks like it is strengthening.

People wonder if the United States will confirm aliens exist by the stated benchmark. They lean toward a no. The feeling is overwhelmingly no. Doubtful views are growing.

People expect New York City rain in September to be low. Most lean toward a no. The mood feels cautious.

OpenAI’s next prize announcement shows a split. Some think yes, many expect no. The FDA’s skin‑cancer vaccine decision is divided, with a slight edge for yes in one case and clearly no in another. An AI lab’s prize is overwhelmingly expected to be no. These mixed views show expectations are shifting and people are divided on each outcome.

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