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Nov 17 2024SCIENCE

Picking the Best Plants: How to Train Your Genomic Selection

In plant breeding, finding the best genotypes from a big group is like finding a needle in a haystack. This study looks at different ways to make that process easier and more accurate. It's all about making the best use of genomic selection, which is like a superpower for plant breeders. The study

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Nov 17 2024FINANCE

The Unexpected Impact: Crypto's Rise with Trump's Return

In a surprising turn of events, Donald Trump's recent presidential victory sent the crypto market into a frenzy. Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, like Ethereum and Solana, saw their values soar. Investors poured cash into these digital assets, hoping Trump's business-friendly approach would boost

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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

Rudy Giuliani Gives Up Luxury Items to Defamed Election Workers

After losing a $148 million defamation case, Rudy Giuliani has handed over a collection of expensive watches, a classic Mercedes, and some funds to two Georgia election workers. This includes items once owned by movie star Lauren Bacall. The handover comes after Giuliani missed a court-ordered deadl

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Nov 16 2024ENVIRONMENT

Solving Household Waste Problems: A New Way to Pick Recycling Plant Sites

Recycling household waste is a growing challenge as cities get bigger and we generate more trash. Picking the right spot for a new recycling plant involves many factors, like sustainability. This study aims to create a new decision-making model to rate and choose the best locations. It's divided int

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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

Will the GOP Bow to Trump's Extreme Nominees?

In the days following his reelection, Donald Trump started unveiling his Cabinet choices. These are the folks who'll run the federal government for the next four years. Among them are some regular Republicans, like Senator Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, and some wildly unqualified extremists, s

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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

Countries Offering Ancestry-Based Citizenship: A Quick Guide for Americans

Hey there! If you're an American thinking about leaving the country after the recent election, you might be interested in knowing about some countries that offer citizenship based on your family history. Let's dive in and take a look at nine such places. First up, we have Ghana. If you have a Ghana

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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

Holiday Family Feuds: Should Politics Divide Us?

Imagine this: a sociologist compares the political divide to a cult. Some people are suggesting that we avoid family members who voted differently in the last election. But is that really a good idea? Brad Wilcox, a sociology professor from the University of Virginia, isn't a fan of this advice. He

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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

voters surprise, election shakes up old ideas

Politics often relies on guesswork. We guess how people might vote and what they care about based on certain traits. Last week's election showed some of these guesses were right. Men mostly voted for the GOP, and women leaned towards Democrats. College grads tilted progressive, while working-class v

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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

Learning to Live with Differences

For a while now, we've been hearing about the friendly campaigning style of Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. They were seen as a less harsh alternative compared to their opponents. Their supporters tried to mimic this approach. But when they lost, the pleasant demeanor v

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Nov 15 2024POLITICS

Bridging Divides: Should Politics Split Families?

Imagine having Thanksgiving dinner without certain family members because they chose a different candidate. That’s what some Democrats are suggesting after the recent election. J. D. Vance, the Vice President-elect, advised against this, saying politics shouldn't divide families. But is that advice

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