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Nov 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Jimmy O. Yang's Role in Interior Chinatown: A Reflection on Identity and Growth

Jimmy O. Yang, known for his role in Silicon Valley, is starring in a new show on Hulu called Interior Chinatown. The show is based on Charles Yu's novel of the same name and follows the journey of Willis Wu, played by Yang. Willis is a young man who feels trapped by stereotypes and his job as a wai

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Nov 20 2024POLITICS

Why Do We Shun Neutral Things Just Because the 'Other Side' Likes Them?

Have you ever avoided something you normally like just because someone from the "other side" of the political spectrum enjoys it too? This study shows that people in Sweden often distance themselves from simple things like clothes and chocolates when they find out these items are favored by politica

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Nov 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Remedy's Next Adventure: Action RPG Control 2

Remedy Entertainment just dropped a bombshell at their Capital Markets Day event. Their upcoming game, Control 2, is set to be the studio's first-ever action RPG. This is a big deal because Remedy has mostly stuck to action games, like Max Payne and Alan Wake 2. Sure, they've dabbled with weapon upg

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Nov 20 2024HISTORY

The Doge's Web: How Marriage Shaped Power in Venice

Imagine a web of power spun with silk threads of marriage. This web was woven in the heart of Venice, a city-state that lasted for over a thousand years. The Venetian Republic, known for its innovation and trading prowess, was led by a special ruler called a doge. But who decided who became this dog

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Nov 20 2024SPORTS

Juan Soto's Big Questions for Teams Seeking His Talent

Juan Soto, the superstar outfielder, is not just about the money in his free agency talks. He's been meeting with big clubs like the Boston Red Sox, New York Mets, New York Yankees, and even the World Series champs, the Los Angeles Dodgers. Each of these meetings involves top brass, from owners to m

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Nov 20 2024HEALTH

Bird Flu Strikes Hawaii: A New Challenge

For the first time, Hawaii has reported cases of bird flu, H5N1, in ducks and geese on the island of Oahu. The virus, likely carried by migratory birds, has already led to the culling of over 70 birds. While officials assure that the risk to humans is low, the situation is serious. In Canada, a teen

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Nov 20 2024ENVIRONMENT

Soil's Water Uptake: How Plants Help in China's Loess Plateau

Soil infiltration, the process by which water seeps into the ground, is super important in areas like China's Loess Plateau. This region is quite dry, so understanding how plants can help improve this process is crucial. Scientists did some experiments with nine plant species across five different t

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Nov 20 2024SPORTS

Lexi Thompson's Next Chapter: Balancing Golf and Family Life

Golf star Lexi Thompson, at 29, is deciding to step back from full-time golf after the 2024 Solheim Cup. She's had a rollercoaster career, with eight LPGA wins and heartbreaking losses, like the 2021 U. S. Women’s Open. The media and fans have been a mixed bag for her. While fans cheer her on, the m

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Nov 20 2024CRIME

Reform in Criminal Justice: A Look Beyond California's Vote

The recent presidential election has sparked debate about the future of criminal justice reform. Some say voters have rejected these changes, pointing to defeats like Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón's loss. But this isn't the full story. Across the U. S. , many prosecutors are still push

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Nov 19 2024EDUCATION

What's Really on Trump's Education Agenda?

When Donald Trump steps back into the spotlight, schools across America are still feeling the aftershocks of the pandemic. Students are struggling to catch up academically, with learning loss and absenteeism being big issues. But Trump isn't just focused on boosting test scores. He's got his eyes se

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