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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

Military's Role in Protecting Civilians: Shifting Gears

For a long time, the protection of civilians (POC) in conflict wasn't a big deal in military strategies. It was more about arms bearers following international humanitarian law (IHL). But things are changing. The nature of conflicts is transforming, with more internal fights happening in cities by u

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Jan 06 2025HEALTH

Predicting Stem Cell Bone Growth: Metabolomics and AI Team Up

Scientists often use stem cells to make artificial bones, but making sure these cells develop properly can be tricky. They've tried using omics technologies, like metabolomics, to check their quality. In a recent study, researchers combined metabolomics with machine learning to see if it could tell

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Jan 06 2025CELEBRITIES

Filmmaker Jeff Baena Remembered by Colleagues and Friends

The sudden loss of indie filmmaker Jeff Baena has left a significant void in the hearts of many. Known for his dark comedies like The Little Hours and Life After Beth, Baena was just 47 when he passed away this weekend due to suicide. His wife and frequent collaborator, Aubrey Plaza, along with othe

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Jan 06 2025SPORTS

Packers' QB and WR Injury Outlook: A Quick Look

Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur shared some encouraging news about quarterback Jordan Love's elbow injury after Sunday's game against the Bears. Love hurt his throwing arm but might be ready for the playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles next weekend. However, the situation looks less opt

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Jan 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

US Slaps Sanctions on Chinese Firm Linked to Hackers

You know how sometimes you hear about hacking groups that cause trouble? Well, there’s this one in China called Flax Typhoon. They’ve been trying to get into government agencies to steal secret stuff. Recently, the US government said enough is enough and put sanctions on a Chinese company called Int

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Jan 06 2025HEALTH

Will Tech Make Us Healthier in 2025? Let's Think Twice

Do you wear a smartwatch or use a health app? If so, you might be one of the many people using tech to track your health. But does all this tech really help us? Dr. Dave Rabin, a neuroscientist and psychiatrist, has a different take. He thinks we're missing the bigger picture. He says unprocessed tr

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Jan 06 2025BUSINESS

How a Teenager Turned His Dad's Small Store into a Huge Sports Empire

Ed Stack didn't love working at his dad's tiny sporting goods store. But after college, he returned and, with his siblings, bought the business. They renamed it Dick's Sporting Goods and grew it into a massive chain with over 860 locations. What's the secret to their success? Ed shares eight key les

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Jan 06 2025SCIENCE

Discovering Hydrophilic Compounds in Fu Brick Tea: A Journey Through China's Tea Regions

Fu Brick Tea, or FBT, is a popular beverage in China, but not much is known about the hydrophilic compounds it contains. These compounds are water-loving and can affect the tea's taste and health benefits. Scientists used advanced methods to study 73 FBT samples from six major Chinese tea-producing

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Jan 05 2025WEATHER

Lincoln: Brace for Action, Snow's Coming!

Hey Lincoln residents! Snow is heading your way, and the city has issued a snow emergency. This means no parking on crucial roads, like those used by schools and buses. You can find these routes on the city's website under "Parking Bans & Ordinances". City crews are working hard, treating these road

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Jan 05 2025FINANCE

Tax Deadlines Extended for Disaster Areas

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has given some taxpayers a little more time to file their returns. If you live in one of 14 states hit by severe weather or natural disasters, you might be eligible for an extension. This includes folks in Louisiana, Vermont, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, as

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