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Dec 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Chicago’s Twelve Dates Ends This Weekend, Plus Cirque Shows and Santa Breakfast

It’s the final countdown for "The Twelve Dates of Christmas" at Chicago Street Theatre in Valparaiso. This hilarious play follows Mary’s crazy dating adventures throughout a year. With just two shows left (Friday and Saturday at 8 p. m. ), you can catch the laughs for $22 or $20 for seniors, student

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

Solving Zinc Battery Woes with a Clever Coating

Zinc batteries are popular for their low cost and ability to store large amounts of energy. However, they face a significant issue: over time, the zinc components can degrade, produce harmful hydrogen gas, and develop unwanted structures called dendrites. These problems hinder the battery's performa

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Dec 13 2024CRIME

The Hidden Forensic Challenge: Indoor Dog Scavenging

Scavenging, where animals consume body tissue after death, happens indoors too. It might not sound like a big deal, but for forensic experts, it complicates their job. Dogs, especially, can mess up evidence by scattering or destroying body parts. This makes it hard for forensic pathologists and vete

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Dec 13 2024POLITICS

U. S. Education Department's Spending on DEI: $1 Billion Since 2021

The U. S. Department of Education has spent over $1 billion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives since 2021. Researchers found that $490 million went to DEI hiring, $343 million to DEI programming, and $170 million to DEI-related mental health services. This spending has benefited u

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Dec 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

CJ 4DPLEX Brings Immersive Cinema Experiences to Australia and Taiwan

CJ 4DPLEX, a cinema technology company from Seoul, is boosting its presence in the Asia-Pacific region. They've teamed up with Event Cinemas in Australia and Showtime Cinemas in Taiwan to offer exciting new movie experiences. In Australia, three new 4DX theaters will open by Christmas 2024, with one

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

Smart Nanoparticles in Cancer Fight: Where We Stand

Over the past few years, tiny nanoparticles made from special polymers have caught the eye of researchers and doctors for treating cancer. These smart particles can deliver medicine right where it's needed in the body. However, while many amazing ideas have come up in labs, not many have made it to

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Dec 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google's New Android XR: A New Era for VR and AR Devices

Google is expanding its Android operating system to support extended reality (XR) devices like VR headsets and AR smart glasses. This new platform, called Android XR, is designed from the ground up to support XR experiences. Google believes that recent advancements in AI make this the perfect time t

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Dec 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Jamie Oliver and Fremantle Cook Up New Five-Year Plan

Fremantle and the Jamie Oliver Group are extending their collaboration. For over 20 years, they've been cooking up a storm together, and now, they're signing a new five-year deal to explore fresh entertainment avenues. Fremantle will handle the global distribution of Jamie Oliver's TV shows, AVoD, F

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Dec 12 2024BUSINESS

Formic Adds Key Figures to Boost Sales and Legal Structure

Formic, a company specializing in robotic automation for U. S. manufacturers, has welcomed two new leaders to their team. Joel Onyshuk joins as the Vice President of Sales, aiming to expand the company's reach and revenue. He brings experience from growing startups to big acquisitions. Meanwhile, To

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Dec 12 2024CELEBRITIES

NFL Stands by Jay-Z: No Changes Despite Rape Allegations

The NFL isn't backing away from its partnership with rapper Jay-Z, despite recent rape allegations. Commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed this at the league's winter meetings, saying, "We're aware of the civil allegations and Jay-Z's response. The litigation is ongoing, but our relationship remains t

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