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Jan 10 2025POLITICS

How Data Can Boost Civil Servant Morale

Public servants play a crucial role in connecting the government with its citizens. Their work directly influences how national policies are put into action. A recent study in China used the Labor Force Survey to find out more about these public servants and their professional identity. The study a

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Jan 10 2025EDUCATION

Automatic Question Classifiers: A Look at Oracle SQL Exam Questions

Imagine you're preparing for an Oracle SQL certification exam. The questions you face might contain code snippets, making them tricky to classify. This study takes a closer look at designing automatic classifiers for such questions. Why is this important? Classifying questions helps in creating a r

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Jan 10 2025BUSINESS

Ford's New Supercar: A Nod to History

Ford has unveiled a special edition of its high-performance Mustang GTD, priced at an impressive $325, 000. This special model, dubbed the "Spirit of America, " pays homage to the historical jet-propelled cars that once shared the same name. The car is painted white, with distinctive red and blue s

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Jan 10 2025SPORTS

Which Team Should Snag Alex Bregman?

This offseason, MLB experts from CBS Sports are debating various topics in their weekly Batting Around roundtable. This time, they're discussing the future of free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman. Who needs him the most? R. J. Anderson thinks the Red Sox should grab him. With Bregman on board, the

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Jan 10 2025CRYPTO

US Plans to Sell Seized Bitcoins, a Big Crypto Sale

Imagine this: a massive stash of bitcoins, worth around $6. 4 billion today, is up for grabs. These aren't just any bitcoins; they were stolen from Silk Road, an illegal online marketplace, way back in 2012. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) got its hands on them in 2020, after a lengthy investigat

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Jan 10 2025CRYPTO

Financial Advisors Jump on the Crypto Bandwagon

Cryptocurrencies are becoming a normal part of our financial landscape, and President-elect Donald Trump's support during the 2024 election has given them a huge boost. A recent survey shows that financial advisors are now more eager than ever to invest in crypto. This is a big change from just a fe

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Jan 10 2025HEALTH

Dancing Away Hypertension: New Hope for an Old Problem

You might think of dancing as just a fun way to pass the time, but what if it could also help lower blood pressure? That's what researchers are finding out. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often linked to unhealthy habits. Traditional treatments involve medicine and specific exercise progra

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Jan 10 2025LIFESTYLE

Affordable Luxury: 34 Budget-Friendly Items for the Host with Taste

Looking for a way to impress your guests without breaking the bank? Check out these 34 chic finds under $50. One standout is a versatile charcuterie board set from Smirly, a small business that's making a big splash in the hosting scene. This set includes a magnetic holder for knives, two ceramic bo

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Jan 10 2025HEALTH

Boost Your Eye Health: Top Supplements and Foods

You probably know that eating healthy foods is great for your body. Did you know that certain vitamins and supplements can also boost your eye health? Let's take a look at some key nutrients and how you can get them. Vitamin A is like a superhero for your eyes. It helps you see all sorts of colors

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Jan 10 2025SCIENCE

Y-STRs and Father-Son Pairs: A New Look with RMplex

Scientists recently tested a new system called RMplex to see how well it can tell apart fathers and their sons using certain parts of the Y-chromosome. They looked at 542 Korean father-son pairs and found that RMplex could distinguish about half of them by spotting changes at these specific spots on

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