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The Gene That Made Mice Squeak Strangely
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President Trump’s Cuts to Medical Research
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Kremlin-linked officials to be banned from entering UK
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Gene Hackman: the star of every scene he was in
From The Conversation to The Royal Tenenbaums, the actor rode America’s new wave to become the gold standard for characterful acting with heft. • Gene Hackman found dead with his wife – news • ...The Guardian - 3h -
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman dead at 95
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman died at the age of 95 at his Santa Fe, New Mexico, home. Hackman was found dead along with his wife and dog, but officials say they do not suspect foul play.NBC News - 3h -
Gene Hackman: One of Hollywood's greatest 'tough guys'
Although he did not become an actor until his 30s, Hackman became one of Hollywood's most bankable stars.BBC News - 3h -
Gene Hackman: 5 Memorable Performances to Stream
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Watch: A look back at Gene Hackman's career
The much-celebrated actor's filmography includes Oscar-nominated dramas to comedic roles.BBC News - 54m -
Gene Hackman, Hollywood’s Consummate Everyman, Dies at 95
The winner of two Oscars, he was hailed for his nuanced performances in films like “The French Connection,” “Unforgiven” and “The Royal Tenenbaums.”The New York Times - 1h -
English councils’ spending on emergency housing surges
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United flight makes emergency landing at Newark airport
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Outcry as Trump withdraws support for research that mentions ‘climate’
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Judge Extends Block on N.I.H. Medical Research Cuts
A federal judge in Massachusetts indicated she would move quickly to consider a more lasting injunction after hearing a laundry list of potential adverse effects of the Trump administration move to ...The New York Times - 5d -
The US risks a heavy price for cutbacks in research spending
Science funding cuts may hit long-term growth and reduce US appeal to foreign investors and talentFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump Administration Ends Global Health Research Program
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How test-time scaling unlocks hidden reasoning abilities in small language models (and allows them to outperform LLMs)
A 1B small language model can beat a 405B large language model in reasoning tasks if provided with the right test-time scaling strategy.VentureBeat - 6d -
Rep. Spartz says she will vote no on GOP budget resolution if ‘language doesn’t change’
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What we know about the Zizians 'cult' linked to six deaths
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BBC pulls Gaza film as it carries out checks over Hamas links
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The US Is Considering a TP-Link Router Ban—Should You Worry?
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11 dead after supplemental shakes linked to listeria cases in 21 states
Frozen shakes sold to nursing homes and other institutions are being recalled after a listeria outbreak in 21 states that has caused 11 deaths, according to the Federal Food and Drug Administration.The Hill - 2d -
Ex-Reform UK Wales leader accused of taking Russian-linked bribes
The ex-MEP and former UKIP Wales leader made favourable statements about Russia for money, a court hears.BBC News - 2d -
Listeria outbreak linked to recalled shakes now blamed for 12 deaths
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Michelle Mone-linked PPE firm evidence to be heard in private
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Photo of Hindu idol falsely linked to unrest in Muslim-majority Bangladesh
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Stonehenge-like circle unearthed in Denmark may have links to UK
Archaeologists suggest ‘woodhenge’ was built between 2600 and 1600BC on similar axis to English stone circle. An “extraordinary” timber circle believed to be thousands of years old and connected to ...The Guardian - 19h -
Blind children given sight after experimental gene therapy
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Gene Hackman, Oscar-winning star of 'Hoosiers' and 'Unforgiven,' dies at 95
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Investigation launched after Gene Hackman and his wife found dead
An investigation is underway into the circumstances surrounding the deaths of legendary actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday.NBC News - 3h -
Gene Hackman and pianist wife Betsy Arakawa found dead at home with their dog
The Oscar-winning star of The French Connection, The Conversation, Superman and The Poseidon Adventure has died, along with his classical musician wife. • Gene Hackman: the star of every scene ...The Guardian - 4h -
Hollywood legend Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa found dead at their home
Local police said they didn't believe any foul play was involved in the death of the couple, found alongside their dog.BBC News - 43m
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