Maureen Ker

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Published Journalism

A curated selection of my journalism, commentary and children’s science writing. My work has appeared in the New York Daily News, Newsday, Scholastic publications and other outlets.

Human‑Interest & Community Reporting

Meet the fortune-teller of Flushing — New York Daily News

A profile of Master Li, a sidewalk fortune‑teller whose quiet presence draws a steady stream of anxious New Yorkers seeking reassurance and guidance.

Acupuncture helps New Yorker get pregnant — Newsday

A reported piece on a study published in the British Medical Journal showing that acupuncture before and after IVF embryo transfer may increase the chances of pregnancy.

Human cockfights — Newsday

A look at the rise of mixed martial arts and the push to overturn New York’s 11‑year ban on MMA competitions.

Education & Learning

Majority rules? — Scholastic Math

A curriculum‑aligned explainer helping students understand how voting systems work and how many votes it takes to win a U.S. election.

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