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Crooks and Liars  

5 Words That Trigger Snowflake MAGAs

Alex Hinton, Rutgers University - Newark

“No profanity.”

This is the one rule spelled out on a sign in Lance Walker’s barbershop in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, where political discussion between clients can get heated.

Three weeks before the election, on Oct. 14, 2024, I watched as Walker interviewed Michele Jansen, a conservative local talk show host, and Don Marritz, a liberal legal aid attorney also living in Pennsylvania, in his podcast studio.

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Phys.org 

A more accurate indicator for measuring the visibility of scientific journals

Researchers from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), Universidad de León (ULE) and São Paulo State University (UNESP) in Brazil have developed an indicator that is more robust, clear and fair than "impact factor," which has been widely used for decades to evaluate academic and scientific journals.

Phys.org 

Sea anemone study shows how animals restore 'shape' following major injury

Our bodies are remarkably skilled at adapting to changing environments. For example, whether amid summer heat or a winter freeze, our internal temperature remains steady at 37°C, thanks to a process called homeostasis. This hidden balancing act is vital for survival, enabling animals to maintain stable internal conditions even as the external world shifts.

The Moderate Voice 

FEAR. THE FATHER OF COURAGE.

FEAR.THE FATHER OF COURAGE. While this was originally written about advertising, it applies to you. Put on your hat about life and you’ll see what I mean. You know why we have so much ordinary advertising: we’re afraid. Agencies are afraid of their clients. Clients are afraid of their  agencies And so it goes. We’re […]

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The Punch 

Inflation: US consumers flock to ‘Black Friday’ deals

US shoppers are out in force for “Black Friday,” but concerns about inflation have left them cautious, prompting retailers in the world’s largest economy to offer increasingly enticing discounts. As markets and consumers brace for possible turbulence during the transition from President Joe Biden to Donald Trump, there are high hopes that the year’s biggest

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Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Why our politicians don't write memoirs

Memoirs transform politicians into statesmen by offering their personal viewpoint on their legacy. Unlike biographies, which are often overly flattering, memoirs provide a more nuanced self-portrayal. The recent releases of Bill Clinton's and Angela Merkel's memoirs highlight that retired politicians are more likely to share their stories faithfully.