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Is Demographic and Geographic Polarization Overstated?
Why we are not as divided by social groups and geographies as we seem. The post Is Demographic and Geographic Polarization Overstated? appeared first on Niskanen Center.
Press Release: Niskanen Supports National Commission to Investigate the January 6 Attack on the United States Capitol Complex Act
Contact: Kristie Eshelman Email: keshelman@niskanencenter.org WASHINGTON, D.C., May 19, 2021 — Earlier this week, House Homeland Security Committee Chair Bennie Thompson (D-MS) and Ranking Member John Katko (R-NY) worked together...
When cities add cops, Black residents could have the most to gain — and the most to lose
While most white Americans are generally satisfied with the police service they receive, among Black Americans there is considerably greater concern that the costs of policing are too high and that the benefits are not as large as they ought...
Opinion | The Guardian
Martin Rowson on Johnson’s Covid report card – cartoon
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The Guardian view on post-Brexit trade: only hard choices are left | Editorial
Boris Johnson likes to pretend that free-trade deals are easy and have no downside. Talks with Australia are proving him wrongThere is agreement across the Conservative party that free trade is a good thing, in theory. Unity is harder to sustain...
The Guardian view on US bishops versus the president: Biden is on the angels’ side | Editorial
The president’s backing of abortion rights is not a reason to deny him holy communion Joe Biden wears his Catholicism on his sleeve. The American president carries the rosary beads of his late son, Beau, around his wrist, and each Sunday he...
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Drained lake reveals remnants of lost Italian village
The eerie image of a church bell tower emerging from Lake Resia in northern Italy became so famous it inspired a book and a Netflix series.
This Canadian ecologist discovered how trees communicate underground
Ecologist Suzanne Simard whose work on fungal communication and connection between trees inspired a key element of the movie 'Avatar', tells the story of her life and work in her new book.
Study finds nearly 13 per cent increase in excess deaths in Ontario during COVID-19 pandemic
An analysis of cremation data in Ontario has found a nearly 13 per cent increase in the number of deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to the average based on previous years, and that COVID-19 deaths cannot account for all of the excess...
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Scientists try to explain why climate models can’t reproduce the early-2000s global warming slowdown
Explanation, or vague excuses? They seem to be saying the models are a wonder, just a shame they don’t reflect reality – mainly due to pesky natural variation. – – – A new study led by Dr. Wei and Dr. Qiao from the First Institute of Oceanography...
Solar Cycle 25 Predictions Update: Talkshop vs Svalgaard
The last time we took a look at Leif Svalgaard’s SC25 prediction in 2018, he was predicting a peak amplitude of around 140SSN in 2024 according to the plot or (giving himself more latitude) “SC25 will be somewhere between SC24 and SC20, provided...
Britain’s real energy revolution: Rolls-Royce to roll out Small Modular Reactors by 2030
As most of the UK’s existing reactors will have closed down by 2030, time for dither and delay is over, or should be. The percentage of reliable electricity on the grid system is already sinking too fast due to climate obsessions. H/T The GWPF–...
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Govt asks e-commerce cos to appoint nodal officer for compliance with consumer protection rules
This new sub-rule, which has been included in the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020, has come into effect from May 17.
Apple will start selling new iMac, iPad Pro, Apple TV 4K from THIS date
Over 99% of Apple Stores worldwide are likely to be open on Friday (May 21) globally, allowing customers to walk in and buy the latest offerings of the tech behemoth.
Sony PlayStation 5 India update! Next pre-order sale could open THIS month
The sale on May 17 was the first after Sony launched PlayStation 5 console in India.
Zee News :Sci-Tech
Lunar eclipse 2021: Super Blood Moon on May 26, here's all you need to know
On May 26, 2021, the full moon will enter earth’s shadow — and, when the moon is not in on earth's shade, it will appear even bigger and brighter than usual.
Smartphone breathalyzer alcohol testing devices vary widely in accuracy: Study
A new study reveals that some of the personal alcohol breath testing devices were found to be relatively accurate, while others may mislead users into thinking that they are fit to drive.
China’s unmanned spacecraft Tianwen-1 lands successfully on Mars
An uncrewed Chinese spacecraft carrying the country’s first Mars rover landed on the surface of Mars on Saturday (May 15, 2021) as per reports by the China National Space Administration (CNSA).
Zee News :World
UK increasingly confident COVID-19 vaccines work against Indian variant
Britain is increasingly confident that vaccines work against the coronavirus variant first found in India, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Wednesday, with a leading epidemiologist saying it may be spreading less quickly than first...
Israel-Palestine conflict: Biden urges 'de-escalation', Netanyahu says will press on
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue with the operations against Gaza`s ruling Hamas militants after US President Joe Biden urged for a "de-escalation" on Wednesday as the conflict enters the 10th day...
COVID-19: United Kingdom to review its travel Red list in June
More than 40 countries have been listed on UK's travel red list, making it difficult for travellers from these countries to enter Western European country.
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UP govt issues COVID guidelines for Lucknow University, affiliated colleges, check details here
The state government has ordered the institutions to conduct only online teaching sessions from May 20.
Was not it a violation of protocol? Manish Sisodia questions live telecast of PM Narendra Modi`s meeting with DMs
Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia has questioned the live telecast of PM Narendra Modi's dialogue with DM. He said that the Prime Minister's statement in today's meeting was broadcast live on TV. ...
PM Modi announces financial aid of Rs 1000 cr for relief activities in Cyclone Tauktae-hit Gujarat
PM Modi conducted an aerial survey of the Cyclone Tauktae-hit areas in Gujarat and announced a financial assistance of Rs 1,000 crore for immediate relief measures in the state.
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Blinken, Lavrov stress dialogue despite 'serious differences' in first meeting
Top diplomats from the Biden administration and Russia in their first in-person meeting on Wednesday (May 19) stressed that the former Cold War foes have serious differences in how they view world affairs but struck an optimistic tone for...
US House approves Capitol riot probe opposed by Trump, top Republicans
WASHINGTON: The United States House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 19) voted to create an independent commission to probe the deadly Jan 6 attack on the Capitol by supporters of former President Donald Trump, as a significant number...
Protected areas cover a sixth of Earth's land and freshwater
Roughly a sixth of the planet’s land and freshwater area now lies within protected or conservation areas, according to a United Nations report released Wednesday.
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Commentary: India’s COVID-19 crisis could cause long-lasting economic scars
Even though India’s lockdowns are more targeted this year, significant economic losses remain likely, especially if subsequent waves of the infection continue to burden healthcare infrastructure, says economist Charu Chanana...
India cyclone death toll jumps as navy searches for dozens missing
MAHUVA, India: The number of casualties from a major cyclone that slammed into India jumped to at least 87 on Wednesday (May 19) as the navy searched for 65 people still missing, adding to the country's woes as it suffered a record number of...
Chinese Mars rover beams back first photos
Solar panels against an alien landscape, ramps and rods pointing at the Martian horizon -- China's first probe on the Red Planet has beamed back its first "selfies" after its history-making landing last week...
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Blinken, Lavrov stress dialogue despite 'serious differences' in first meeting
Top diplomats from the Biden administration and Russia in their first in-person meeting on Wednesday (May 19) stressed that the former Cold War foes have serious differences in how they view world affairs but struck an optimistic tone for...
POFMA correction directions to be issued to Facebook, Twitter, SPH Magazines over 'Singapore' variant of COVID-19 falsehood
SINGAPORE: General correction directions will be issued to Facebook, Twitter and SPH Magazines over falsehoods about a "Singapore variant" of COVID-19. The Ministry of Health said early Thursday morning (May 20) it is aware of a false...
US House approves Capitol riot probe opposed by Trump, top Republicans
WASHINGTON: The United States House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 19) voted to create an independent commission to probe the deadly Jan 6 attack on the Capitol by supporters of former President Donald Trump, as a significant number...
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