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El Salvador Walks Back Its Bitcoin Law
reason.com El Salvador walks back its bitcoin lawBut it's also investing more in the cryptocurrency.
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African Science Academy: Empowering young women to lead in STEM across Africa
www.myjoyonline.com African Science Academy: Empowering young women to lead in STEM across Africa - MyJoyOnlineIn a world where science and technology drive progress, the African Science Academy (ASA) stands as a beacon of hope, empowering young African women to become the continent’s future leaders in STEM.
- www.sciencedaily.com Polar bear population decline the direct result of extended 'energy deficit' due to lack of food
U of T Scarborough researchers have directly linked population decline in polar bears living in Western Hudson Bay to shrinking sea ice caused by climate change.
- www.sciencedaily.com Bad hair bears! Greasy hair gives polar bears fur with anti-icing properties
Scientists have discovered the anti-icing secret of polar bear fur -- something that allows one of the planet's most iconic animals to survive and thrive in one of its most punishing climates. That secret? Greasy hair. After some polar sleuthing, which involved scrutiny of hair collected from six po...
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Trump's Pick for Commerce Secretary Wants More Industrial Policy for Chipmakers
reason.com Trump's pick for commerce secretary wants more industrial policy for successful chipmakersOn the campaign trail and as recently as last month, Donald Trump and some of his closest allies criticized the Biden administration's efforts to spur
- apnews.com China built out record amount of wind and solar power in 2024
China raced ahead building renewable energy last year, installing more wind and solar power than ever before and continuing to leave all other countries in the dust.
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Target’s DEI rollback raises questions about the retail giant’s philanthropic commitments
apnews.com Target's DEI rollback raises questions about the retail giant's philanthropic commitmentsTarget’s rollback on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives is raising questions about the retail giant’s philanthropic commitment to fighting racial disparities and promoting progressive values in liberal Minneapolis, where it is based, and beyond.