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«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

Lawmakers are concerned about background checks of Trump's Cabinet picks as red flags surface

As senators prepare to consider Donald Trump’s picks for his Cabinet, they’ll likely be doing so without the FBI background checks that are staples of the confirmation process. The Trump transition team hasn't yet signed the requisite agreements with the White House and the Justice Department to allow the FBI to screen the incoming administration's personnel choices. That means the Senate could be asked to vote on Trump’s picks without the usual rigorous background checking meant to uncover personal problems... Читать дальше...

Phys.org 

Plant biologists show how two genes work together to trigger embryo formation in rice

Rice is a staple food crop for more than half the world's population, but most farmers don't grow high-yielding varieties because the seeds are too expensive. Researchers from the University of California's Davis and Berkeley campuses have identified a potential solution: activating two genes in rice egg cells that trigger their development into embryos without the need for fertilization, which would efficiently create high-yielding clonal strains of rice and other crops.

«The Rio Times» 

Morocco Breaks Tourism Records: 14.6 Million Visitors by October 2024

Morocco’s tourism sector is experiencing unprecedented growth in 2024. The country welcomed 14.6 million visitors by October, surpassing the entire 2023 record in just ten months. This remarkable achievement represents a 19% increase from the previous year. Foreign tourists drove this growth with a 22% rise, while Moroccan expatriates increased by 16%. October alone saw […]

Phys.org 

Noninvasive plant stress phenotyping: A multi-organ approach to combat abiotic stressors

Noninvasive phenotyping has emerged as a vital tool in plant science, enabling the study of stress indicators without disrupting plant growth. While most studies have historically focused on analyzing stress responses in leaves, this novel research adopts a multi-organ view, assessing the dynamic interplay between leaves, stems, and roots when exposed to abiotic stress.

New England Sportd Network: World Cup 

Why Bruins Leaders Feel Joe Sacco Is Perfect To Guide Turnaround

BOSTON — The Bruins parted ways with head coach Jim Montgomery on Tuesday after starting the season 8-9-2. Don Sweeney told reporters that the decision was strictly results-driven. “It came from a decision of our team really just not performing to the level of expectations that we had grown to appreciate as a fan of […]

Chicago Sun-Times 

Bears QB Caleb Williams' optimism rooted in solid ground this time

Whether they’re excruciating or embarrassing, losses to the Packers often leave Bears fans without any hope, ready to fire everyone and start over. But Caleb Williams’ improved performance under new offensive coordinator Thomas Brown was a breath of life found in the rubble of a 20-19 loss to the Packers on Sunday that maybe all is not lost.

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Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (sports) 

Kaun Banega Crorepati 16: Contestant Naveen quits job to take care of his mother having goiter; says ‘with the winning amount from the show I want to get her treated’

Rollover contestant Naveen Ahmed continued his quest on Kaun Banega Crorepati 16, aiming to win for his mother's medical treatment. Despite a valiant effort, he departed with Rs 10,000. Apoorva Chaudhary, a homemaker from Chennai, then took the hot seat, prompting a conversation about the value of stay-at-home parenting.