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Review: In a Winnipeg few will recognize, 'Universal Language' speaks from a deep well of humanity
Written and directed by director Matthew Rankin, the comedy presents a Persian-language-inflected Canada, getting at timely questions of homeland and belonging.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Humpback Whales Sing the Way Humans Speak
The animals’ complex songs share structural patterns with human language that may make them easier for whales to learn, a new study suggests.The New York Times - Feb. 6 -
The Spin | Future of cricket up for debate, from language and diversity to gambling
The Hundred welcomed huge investment as the Cricket Research Network pondered what lies ahead for the sport. Two consecutive days, two cricket events, two very different visions. One, at Old ...The Guardian - 1d -
Telescopes spy a monster radio jet streaming from early object in the universe
Telescopes around the world have spotted a monster radio jet streaming from a quasar dating back to the first 1 billion years of the universeABC News - Feb. 6 -
Learn a few laundry secrets from the baseball pros — the clubhouse staffers who wash MLB uniforms
From the pinstripes of New York to the Dodger blues of Los Angeles, there is a strong connection among the clubhouse staffers who wash the uniforms of the major leaguesABC News - 1d -
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How Trump, Musk and Bezos could preserve humanity from an asteroid strike
At the moment, humanity has all of its eggs in the planet Earth basket.The Hill - Feb. 8 -
Everywhere Patrick Mahomes goes, so does Texas Tech as university broadens reach with help from NFL star
Texas Tech wants to make sure it is synonymous with the Super Bowl winner and league MVPCBS Sports - Feb. 8 -
Big Ten athletic departments’ 2024 financial statements: Seven lessons from a data deep dive
The athletic departments of the Big Ten’s 16 public universities generated nearly $2.84 billion in revenue during the 2024 fiscal year but collectively spent nearly $3 billion, according to ...Yahoo Sports - Feb. 10 -
Use This Harvard Professor’s TALK Method to Go From Boring Small Talk to Deep, Meaningful Conversations
Dreading that next networking event? Transform empty chit-chat into truly meaningful conversations using the TALK method.Inc. - Feb. 11 -
Human rights are not a ‘loophole’ – why can’t families from Gaza like mine seek safety in the UK? | Ghassan Ghaben
When another Palestinian family was allowed to stay here, I saw a glimmer of hope. Now the prime minister wants to put it out. As the devastation in Gaza continues, Palestinian families in Britain ...The Guardian - 3d -
Letters to Sports: Mixed reviews from readers on Lakers' blockbuster trade
Readers of the L.A. Times Sports section give their thoughts and opinions on the Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade, DodgerFest, the Rams and Cooper Kupp.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 8 -
Review: At the Getty Villa, the marvelous exhibition rescued from the Palisades fire
Art from ancient Thrace is often flashy and brusque, as befits a warrior tribe. The archaic society was known for the prowess of its soldiers and its brawny militarism.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 11 -
A Few Stops and Starts Along the Way
Allison Steigman and William Newgent Jr., connected right out of the gate, but it took some therapy to get on the right track.The New York Times - 6d -
Universal truths about marriage and divorce
Despite falling divorce rates, some couples still face challenges when it comes to keeping a marriage intact. "Sunday Morning" talks with a couples therapist, a divorce lawyer, and the ...CBS News - 4d -
Trump recognizes Feb. 9 as first ever 'Gulf of America Day'
President Trump announced that Sunday was the first ever "Gulf of America Day," following an executive order that set in motion the process of changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico. The president ...The Hill - Feb. 9 -
RFK Jr. Announces New HHS Guidance Recognizing Only Two Sexes
The new guidance follows President Trump’s demand that the Health and Human Services Department align with his executive order barring transgender athletes from women’s sports.The New York Times - 20h -
Ancient DNA Points to Origins of Indo-European Language
A new study claims to have identified the first speakers of Indo-European language, which gave rise to English, Sanskrit and hundreds of others.The New York Times - Feb. 5 -
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A Sweeping Ban on D.E.I. Language Roils the Sciences
President Trump’s executive order is altering scientific exploration across a broad swath of fields, even beyond government agencies, researchers say.The New York Times - Feb. 9 -
How Trump is Using Language to Target Transgender Rights
President Trump has signed five executive orders targeting transgender rights since coming to office. What’s striking about these executive orders isn’t just the sheer volume of policies that might ...The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
Researchers link a gene to the emergence of spoken language
Why did humans start speakingABC News - 2d -
Tory MP’s killer released from UK anti-terror scheme too early, review finds
Prevent’s assessment of Ali Harbi Ali’s vulnerabilities was ‘problematic’ before murder of David AmessFinancial Times - Feb. 12 -
Oscars short films 2025 review – from immigration hell to kiss-averse kids and inspirational octogenarians
Fifteen films have been nominated in the categories of live action, animation and documentary – some cliched, some excellent and others truly powerful . Once again, the British-based Shorts ...The Guardian - Feb. 13 -
Trump set to speak at CPAC
President Trump is set to speak at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) on Saturday, the organization announced Wednesday. Trump’s appearance was largely expected at the multi-day ...The Hill - 5h -
The human mind is in a recession
Technology strains our brain health, capacity and skillsFinancial Times - 4d -
Building a humane world for animals
The Black Beauty Ranch in East Texas, a sanctuary where hundreds of rescued animals reside in a protected habitat, is just part of the work of Humane World for Animals, whose mission is to improve ...CBS News - 4d -
At Fashion Week, Opposition to Trump Is Alive and Well on the Runway
For some designers, sustainability, gender and inclusion are still in style.The New York Times - Feb. 9 -
Quiz: How well do you know EastEnders?
As the BBC soap turns 40, take our quiz to see how well you know life around Albert Square.BBC News - 4d -
Venus sets return with Indian Wells wild card
Venus Williams has been awarded a wild card to play in next month's BNP Paribas Open, which would mark her first tournament play in a year.ESPN - 23h -
Congestion Pricing Was Going Well and Trump Is Killing It
For now the only metric that matters is the depth of Donald Trump’s spite.The New York Times - 20h -
Too few tents entering Gaza threatens the truce. Here’s what’s happening
Three weeks into the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the number of tents and temporary homes entering Gaza risks falling short of the goals set for the deal’s first phaseABC News - Feb. 12 -
Mike Pence emerges as one of the few Republicans willing to challenge Trump 2.0
His group spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on ads opposing Robert FABC News - 3d -
Abuses lurk deep in fashion supply chain
New research shows uneven improvements in Bangladesh factory labour standardsFinancial Times - Feb. 12 -
A Deep-Sea Fish of Nightmares Strays Into Shallow Waters
A scary-looking creature with “devil” in its name was spotted close to the surface off Tenerife, a Spanish island.The New York Times - 2d -
As AI becomes more human-like, what will happen to humanity?
The more we treat technology like a human partner, the more we will understand ourselves as a machine.The Hill - 4d -
Russell has 'no intention' of speaking to Verstappen
George Russell says he has "no intention" of speaking to Max Verstappen to clear the air following their row at the end of last season.BBC News - 2d -
How Trump Uses Language to Attack the Idea of Transgender Identity
Using words like “maiming” and “junk science,” the directives try to portray trans people as lacking honesty and integrity, and thus unworthy of legal rights.The New York Times - Feb. 11
