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Dec 21 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Files Adds New PDF & Code Features with Gemini

Google's Files app is getting a boost with new features that make working with PDFs and code much easier. One exciting addition is the integration with Gemini's "Ask about this PDF" function. This allows users to quickly find answers in PDF files without scrolling through multiple pages. To use it,

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Settlement Reached: Men Kicked Off Flight Speak Out

Three Black men, Alvin Jackson, Emmanuel Jean Joseph, and Xavier Veal, have settled a lawsuit against American Airlines after being ordered off a flight last year. The airline agreed to an "amicable resolution, " aiming to ensure a safe and inclusive travel experience for everyone. The incident occu

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

UC Campuses Reach Agreement on Handling Gaza Protests

In a recent move, the U. S. Department of Education has settled complaints from Jewish and Muslim students across five University of California campuses. The complaints stemmed from protests last spring over the war in Gaza, alleging that the universities didn't handle antisemitic and anti-Arab hara

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Dec 21 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Meet Wolf Entertainment's New Story Boss: Kevin Plunkett

Ever wondered who's behind the scenes of your favorite TV shows? Meet Kevin Plunkett, the latest big shot to join Wolf Entertainment. He's snagged the title of Executive Vice President of Development, which basically means he's the go-to guy for creating new scripted content. Reporting to the compan

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Dec 21 2024SPORTS

Netflix Nabs 2027 and 2031 Women's World Cup Rights

Netflix has just scooped up the exclusive U. S. rights to stream the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2027 and 2031. This announcement comes hot on the heels of their upcoming Christmas Day NFL games. Netflix's move is a strategic one, aiming to beef up their sports offerings as the popularity of women's s

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Dec 20 2024EDUCATION

Biden’s Final Act: More Loan Forgiveness for Public Workers

President Joe Biden's administration is wrapping up its student loan relief efforts with a bang. Recently, the Education Department announced they're forgiving federal student loans for another 55, 000 workers. These workers include teachers, nurses, members of the military, law enforcement officers

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Dec 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Kehlani Takes Risks and Stands Up: A Look into Their Journey

Kehlani, known for their versatile use of she/they pronouns, didn’t play it safe with their latest album, “Crash. ” They mixed R&B with rock, dance, rap, and country, diving into unfamiliar territory. This risk paid off big time, earning them three Grammy nominations. But this creative journey wasn’

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Dec 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Nicole Kidman's 'Babygirl': A Twist on Feminism and Kink

2024 was a tough year for women in America, but the movies told a different story. One of the year's biggest hits featured a woman channeling her anger into a fight against fascism in "Wicked. " Demi Moore starred in "The Substance, " a body horror film about the pressure on women to stay young. Amy

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Dec 20 2024SCIENCE

The Brain Drain: How Heavy Workloads Affect Drillers' Focus

Drillers face a hidden danger on the job: mind wandering. This can lead to overlooking safety hazards and delaying crucial decisions, putting them at risk for accidents. Scientists decided to dig deeper into this issue, examining what happens in drillers' brains when their minds drift. They used a s

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Detecting Combat Brain Injuries: A Comparison of Methods

Identifying mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in veterans can be tricky. Two different systems, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and the LIMBIC-CENC research project, were compared to see how well they found these injuries. The LIMBIC-CENC study uses detailed interviews to find all possib

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