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Timothée Chalamet Just Said What No One Ever Says: The Science (and Art) of Humility
Think Timothée Chalamet sounded cocky when he accepted a SAG award by claiming to be ‘in pursuit of greatness’? Here’s why you’re wrong.Inc. - Feb. 24 -
Accessibility Is Taking a Hit Across the Sciences
Confusion has ensued about the future of programs and research supporting people with disabilities as a result of President Trump’s executive order.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses 2032 asteroid collision
Scientists first spotted asteroid 2024 YR4 in December, initially calculating a record-high 3.1% chance of impact. While the odds have since dropped, questions remain. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
OpenAI Uncovers Evidence of A.I.-Powered Chinese Surveillance Tool
The company said a Chinese operation had built the tool to identify anti-Chinese posts on social media services in Western countries.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
The art of the peace deal
Can talks between the US and Russia reach a lasting settlement over Ukraine? So far, argues historian Margaret MacMillan, the signs are not looking goodFinancial Times - 3d -
Ignoring science for profit will have deadly consequences for America
We cannot sell out their climate future for the continued profits of powerful business interests.The Hill - Feb. 24 -
5 Secrets to a Successful Agency Partnership
Insights on avoiding pitfalls when collaborating with an agency.Inc. - Feb. 19 -
We need a new playbook to oppose Trump’s war on medical science
Despite the existential threat to American health, resistance from our leaders has been remarkably light.The Hill - 4d -
Science must shed elitist image, urges UK research chief
Ottoline Leyser says innovation can help public services deal with spending pressuresFinancial Times - 12h -
University of California employees walk off jobs
Thousands of employees with the University of California (UC) are walking off the jobs as two unions and the university have been unable to reach a deal, potentially affecting research and hospital ...The Hill - 5d -
Thousands more university jobs at risk, union warns
The University and College Union says 5,000 jobs are already being cut and the sector is "on its knees".BBC News - 15h -
Trump is coming for the universities, and they are failing to fight back
The vast majority of college and university presidents have retreated into silence or vague abstractions in the face of the Trump administration’s edicts.The Hill - 1h -
Sean Curran, "the unknown" leading the Secret Service
U.S. Secret Service Director Sean Curran discusses his unusual path to the agency's top job, telling CBS News, "I'm the unknown."CBS News - 6d -
Secret Service director recounts Trump assassination attempt
U.S. Secret Service Director Sean Curran was with President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, during the July 2024 assassination attempt at a political rally. He opened up about that experience in an ...CBS News - 6d -
Remembering Clint Hill, Kennedy secret service agent
Clint Hill, the secret service agent who leaped to protect first lady Jackie Kennedy after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, has died at 93. Sunday TODAY’s Willie Geist remembers a ...NBC News - 2d -
Keeper of Francis Bacon’s Secrets? Or a Fantasist and a Trickster?
Barry Joule says his friend Francis Bacon gave him a trove of sketches and paintings. Some experts aren’t so sure.The New York Times - 1d -
The Art of the Sellout: Trump is giving away the store in Ukraine
If Trump were truly the master negotiator he claims to be, he would understand that you don’t start by announcing what you’re willing to concede for free.The Hill - Feb. 21 -
How a Basketball Court Became a Paris Art Sensation
Pigalle Duperré sits between a high school and a residential building, drawing visitors from around the world.The New York Times - Feb. 23 -
Christie's begins AI art auction amid backlash
The legendary auction house Christie's is facing backlash as it is now auctioning off an entire collection of pieces made using artificial intelligence. NBC News' Brian Cheung takes a first-hand ...NBC News - 6d -
Today’s ‘economic blackout’ is just performance art
If you want to change things, you have to get real.MarketWatch - 4d -
From ‘The Art of the Deal’ to giving away Ukraine to Putin
As Ukraine is discovering to its cost, the president’s very notion of a “deal” can be hazy.The Hill - 4d -
Piglets will be left to starve in a controversial art exhibit in Denmark
An artist in Denmark is seeking to raise awareness of the suffering caused by modern pig production with an art installation that includes three piglets starving to deathABC News - 3d -
New York’s biggest arts museum is underground
As the MTA’s Arts & Design programme turns 40 this year, it can take credit for a world-class collection of nearly 400 artworks that stretches across the five boroughsFinancial Times - 1d -
Universal’s Theme Parks, Long in Disney’s Shadow, Expand at Dizzying Pace
Universal is going after Disney, the industry leader, with new parks in Florida and Texas: “We want people to think of us first.”The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
12 university students killed when their bus and a truck collide in Brazil
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12 university students killed when their bus and a truck collide in Brazil
A bus carrying university students and a truck collided on a highway in southeastern Brazil, killing 12 passengers and injuring 21 othersABC News - Feb. 21 -
VC backed by Cambridge university launches £100mn start-up fund
Cambridge Innovation Capital’s fund counts Aviva Investors and an arm of British Business Bank as backersFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
Russians hoping for peace talks and ‘universal joy’ – but will western brands return?
Following last week’s US-Russia talks, the mood in Moscow suggests many are beginning to think about what a post-war reality might look like. After three years of war and western isolation, ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo joining Columbia University as fellow
Mike Pompeo, President Trump’s secretary of State in his first term, is joining Columbia University as a fellow starting in March. He will be joining the Institute of Global Politics as a ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
Texas officials investigate potential measles exposure at two state universities
Two Texas universities have issued warnings about potential exposure to measles after someone who toured both campuses about 10 days ago tested positive. The state's health department says there ...CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Surge in UK university students using AI to complete work
Rapid spread of technology raises questions about how to assess undergraduate workFinancial Times - 6d -
Malaysia’s Streamline and Les’ Copaque unveil Upin & Ipin Universe game
Les’ Copaque Production has commissioned Streamline Studios in Malaysia to develop the Upin & Ipin console game.VentureBeat - 4d -
'Attacker with knife' detained after stabbing at University of Virginia, police say
One person is in custody and another is in critical condition after a stabbing near the University of Virginia's Alumni Hall Thursday, according to Nexstar's WRIC.The Hill - 4d -
Billions.Network launches universally accessible verification platform for humans and AI
Billions.Network, intended to be a universal human and AI network, is launching to transform digital identity verification.VentureBeat - 4d -
Trump administration reviewing Columbia University contracts, grants over antisemitism allegations
The Trump administration announced on Monday it is reviewing contracts and grants associated with Columbia University over antisemitism allegations against the Ivy League school. The Department of ...The Hill - 2h -
Ex-US security officials urge funding for science research to keep up with China
Appeal from officials, including two senior figures from Trump’s first term, comes amid reports National Science Foundation’s budget will be slashed. US politics live – latest updates Chuck ...The Guardian - Feb. 25 -
Do worms feel pain and are ants happy? Why the science on invertebrate feelings is evolving
For the next few weeks we’re asking readers to nominate their invertebrate of the year: click here to give us your suggestions . Does a worm feel pain if it gets trodden on? Does a fly ache when ...The Guardian - Feb. 25
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Vengeance Is His
Vengeance is his.The New York Times - 5m -
Trump's attorneys argue his hush money appeal should be moved into federal court
Lawyers for President Trump argued in a filing that Trump's appeal of his New York hush money conviction should be moved into federal court due to evidence in the case.ABC News - 6m -
San Diego FC condemns 'unacceptable' homophobic chant at first home soccer game
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Vance denies disrespecting UK over ‘random country’ peacekeeping remarks
The US vice-president faces criticism after saying troops from "some random country" will not deter Russia.BBC News - 15m