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Software unicorn Sirion appears to have moved its headquarters out of Washington

The contract software company closed a $110 million Series D round in 2023, one of the largest venture capital deals in Washington last year.




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20 of the Most Adorable Animals To Help Make Anyone's Day

From a monkey that weighs only a few ounces to a 100-pound rodent, get to know some of these adorable creatures.




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Mesopotamia Artifacts Help Explain How Language Evolved from Pictures to Words

By comparing early markings used for business purposes to 'proto' cuneiform, we can say language transitioned from symbols to writing.




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Revisiting Human Remains at Pompeii Rewrites the Story of Mt. Vesuvius’ Victims

Combining DNA analysis, archeological techniques, and historical records overturns some assumptions of the people of Pompeii.




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Osteoporosis Can Shorten Your Life – Here’s How To Keep Bones Healthy

With some simple lifestyle changes, you can lower your risk of osteoporosis.




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How the Existential Terror of Hurricanes Can Fuel Climate Change Denial

Hurricane Milton flooded parts of the Tampa Bay region just days after Hurricane Helene made landfall nearby.




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America’s Battery Plant Boom Isn’t Going Bust – Factory Construction Is on Track

A new battery plant under construction in South Carolina will supply BMW factories.




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What Education Looked Like for These 5 Ancient Societies

There is not a ton of evidence of what education looked like in ancient society, but we do know it existed - although not for everyone.




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Netflix announces new Japanese family drama ‘Asura’ helmed by Palme d’Or-winner

The show will premiere in January 2025




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David Jason decries lack of TV roles for older stars

Jason, 84, said senior actors had a ‘tremendous amount to offer’




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Keke Palmer says she clashed with Ryan Murphy while working on Scream Queens

Actor recalled angry phone call with Murphy in which she claims he ‘ripped’ into her




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Yellowstone star’s comments on last episode will worry long-time fans

Viewers were left stunned by ‘savage’ exit of character in first episode of new season




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BBC confirms exit of ‘world-class’ Gary Lineker from Match of the Day

The former striker will depart the programme at the end of the 2024/25 season




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The dark world of Nineties boybands: ‘They put a bucket by the stage so I could spew’

Screaming girls. Sudden riches. Your face on the cover of Smash Hits magazine. Life in a Nineties boyband sounds like a dream, but one survivor of the maelstrom likens it more to being in the military. Jessie Thompson goes behind the scenes of revealing new BBC documentary ‘Boybands Forever’




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Charlamagne Tha God faces backlash for calling Caitlyn Jenner a ‘rich white man’

The radio host criticized Jenner, a transgender woman, for supporting Donald Trump




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Frasier actor says they won’t return for reboot due to ‘gut feeling’

‘I’m not sure that I want to revisit that,’ original cast member said




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Barney & Friends music director recalls ‘horrible’ death threats over infectious songs

Bob Singleton revealed he was threatened with ‘death and dismemberment’ as music director for ‘Barney & Friends’




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Keke Palmer calls out former Scream Queens co-star for racist remark

The ‘Scream Queens’ actor revealed her white co-star made a ‘weighted’ reference to Martin Luther King




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Wheel of Fortune contestant goes viral with hilariously incorrect answer

All-timer of a game show moment stunned audience into silence




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Harry Potter TV show’s first choice for Dumbledore ‘revealed’

New show is on the hunt for high-profile stars to play Hogwarts staff




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George RR Martin teases potential new Game of Thrones project with Maisie Williams

Williams played Arya Stark in Game of Thrones for eight seasons




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Trump to name former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee as ambassador to Israel

In the midst of the Israel-Hamas war, President-elect Donald Trump announced he will nominate Huckabee, a loyalist and former Republican governor, to serve in the key post as ambassador to Israel.




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A U.S. jury awards former Iraqi detainees $42 million for Abu Ghraib prison abuse

The jury also decided to hold a Virginia-based military contractor responsible for contributing to the torture and mistreatment of detainees at the notorious Iraqi prison two decades ago.




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A Frank Assessment of Israel's Goals in Gaza From the Former Defense Minister

Israel's Defense Minister was fired last week by Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu who said that trust had "eroded" between them. The now former defense minister met with families of Israeli hostages held in Gaza and gave his thoughts on what Israel can still achieve in Gaza. We hear what was said.




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New Zealand formally apologizes to victims of abuse in state care

An inquiry found abuse, torture and neglect of some 200,000 people in state care over 70 years. People with disabilities or from Maori and Pacific Islander communities were especially vulnerable.






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A PrEP trial of epic proportions

On World AIDS Day last year, the NSW Government announced an expansion of a trial to make PrEP available to 3700 people in the state. Known as EPIC NSW, it is expected to reduce new HIV diagnoses by 50 per cent or more in two years. Matthew Wade found out more.

The post A PrEP trial of epic proportions appeared first on Star Observer.





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LGBTI people can get a free breast screen with BreastScreen Victoria

This Thursday and Saturday, BreastScreen Victoria is providing free LGBTI specific mammogram sessions to women and trans and gender diverse people over the age of 40, as part of their ...

The post LGBTI people can get a free breast screen with BreastScreen Victoria appeared first on Star Observer.




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Navigating Non-Binary Fashion In A Binary World

Given all the contradictory expectations we have for clothes, it’s easy to get your kickers in a twist, but finding the right clothes as a non-binary person challenges those expectations. ...

The post Navigating Non-Binary Fashion In A Binary World appeared first on Star Observer.




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Two tornadoes touch down in rare event for New Brunswick

Researchers say tornadoes in Harvey, Sheffield areas on Friday evening were record-breaking for the province.



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An underwater war story: See ships sunk by Hitler’s U-boats just off Bell Island

Go beneath the waves and back in time to explore the incredible story of the German attack on Bell Island. In 1942, four merchant ships were sunk by Hitler’s U-boats, coming to a final rest on the ocean floor. Now, we’ve teamed up with historians and divers to take you on an underwater tour of the shipwrecks.




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'We basically lost everything': Bats force Sask. family to abandon house

Rachelle and Kelly Swan bought their house in Spiritwood two years ago. They gave up their keys to the bank voluntarily in May, closing the door on the bat-infested house.  



  • News/Canada/Saskatchewan

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First ferret babies born from a clone bring new hope for their species

Sibert and Red Cloud, black-footed ferret siblings at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, are the first members of an endangered species born to a cloned animal.



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2024 ‘virtually certain’ to be warmest year on record

Scientists warn that this year could end 1.5 C hotter than pre-industrial times, surpassing the current record of 1.48 C set just last year. Some experts now fear Donald Trump’s less-than-friendly stance on climate change could make the crisis even worse.




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RFK Jr. wants to stop putting fluoride in drinking water. Here's what scientists say

On day one of Donald Trump's presidency, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he'll be advising Trump to take fluoride out of public water. The former presidential hopeful — and prominent proponent of debunked public health claims — has described fluoride as "industrial waste."




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Contest invites teams to design a 'generation starship' for a 250-year journey

A voyage in this kind of spacecraft — while still conceptual — would take multiple lifetimes, crossing unimaginable gulfs of interstellar space. The theoretical exercise puts aside technical problems, including the propulsion system, and focusses on the design of the habitat and society.



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Is bilingualism good for your brain? Montreal researchers are seeing tangible results

Researchers in Montreal are pointing to the benefits of bilingualism for the brain's health and efficiency — suggesting it could even help prevent diseases associated with aging, including Alzheimer's.



  • News/Canada/Montreal

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Hikers rescue baby goat stranded on Hawaii cliff for 4 days

After seeing a social media call out for help rescuing a baby goat trapped on a cliff face near Honolulu, a group of hikers climbed to the rescue. The goat, nicknamed Bala, is now at a local animal sanctuary.




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Are Libra and Capricorn Compatible? Exploring Their Relationship Dynamic

Libra and Capricorn compatibility blends charm and ambition. Discover how this air-earth duo balances romance and practicality in love, friendship, and relationships.




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Worry Stones 101: Everything You Need to Know About This Anxiety Reliever

Discover the calming power of a worry stone! Learn how this ancient tool relieves stress, boosts mindfulness, and promotes emotional balance through touch.




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What Was the Strongest Earthquake Ever Recorded?

Earthquakes are among the most powerful natural forces on Earth, often causing widespread devastation, triggering tsunamis and altering the landscape of a region. But how strong was the strongest earthquake of all time?




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Where Is the Coldest City in the World?

If you're looking for a place to live and you don't mind some seriously frosty winters, you have plenty of options to choose from. But some places endure more than a few blustery months, and no parka or insulated mittens will feel like enough. Those are contenders for the title of coldest city in the world.




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Ascaris Lumbricoides: The Stomach Worm Nobody Wants

We're about to dive into the world of parasitology, taking a close look at one of the most common parasitic worms infecting humans: Ascaris lumbricoides. This large roundworm is responsible for a type of intestinal nematode infection that affects millions of people worldwide, especially in areas with poor sanitation.




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The Most Beautiful Countries in the World, Sorted by Region

Any avid traveler knows there are far too many gorgeous landscapes and jaw-dropping views to make one all-encompassing list of the most beautiful countries in the world. We're lucky to have such a diverse world, and beauty is subjective.




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Congruent Angles: Definition, Symbol and Key Theorems

Two congruent angles are simply pairs of angles with equal measures. You can find congruent angles examples in hundreds of everyday objects.




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The Unsung Piloting Feats of Georgia Jipp

A new children’s book tells the tale of a young South Dakota woman who flew dozens of mercy missions during the great blizzards of 1949.




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Spare Us, Senator Murphy

The Connecticut Democrat suddenly thinks Democrats need to listen to people outside their coalition.




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Honor Veterans by Improving the Benefits of Military Service — and Reducing the Risks

Private ownership, consumer choice, and competition would deliver better benefits to veterans — and force policy-makers to confront the costs of military engagements.