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Pro-Palestinian Protests Spread At US Universities

Spiraling pro-Palestinian protests that are rocking universities across the United States spread to more campuses Wednesday, triggering suggestions from House Speaker Mike Johnson that the National Guard could be brought in. More than 20 people have been detained.

International Business Times

Outcry after Michigan university announces plan to restrict protest rights

University of Michigan president Santa J Ono proposes ‘disruptive activity policy’ after pro-Palestinian group cuts his speech short

The Guardian - US

The new science of death: ‘There’s something happening in the brain that makes no sense’

The long read: New research into the dying brain suggests the line between life and death may be less distinct than previously thought

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Every new mom in this U.S. city is now getting cash aid for a year

Flint, Mich., aims to be a model for wiping out deep poverty during a crucial time for child development. The new benefits start during pregnancy to encourage prenatal care.

WEKU

Alex Rodriguez Accompanies Daughter To Olivia Rodrigo Concert, Relatable Dad Moment

Former baseball player Alex Rodriguez shares a relatable dad moment attending Olivia Rodrigo concert with his daughter, showcasing the universal bond betwe...

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Meet the public health researchers trying to rein in America's gun violence crisis

After the 1996 Dickey Amendment halted federal spending on gun violence research, a small group of academics pressed on, with little money or support. Now a new generation is taking up the charge.

WEKU

10 Richest Universities In The US: Fortunes In Education

The top U.S. universities boast impressive revenue streams and a track record of launching students into high-paying careers.

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Jim Harbaugh returns to NFL, signs with Los Angeles Chargers

Jim Harbaugh, former coach of the University of Michigan, returns to the NFL as the head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers. A homecoming for Harbaugh, he h...

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Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan to become LA Chargers head coach

Jim Harbaugh is leaving Michigan to accept the head coaching vacancy with the Los Angeles Chargers, the team announced on Wednesday

The Guardian - US

Jim Harbaugh Meets with Los Angeles Chargers for Head Coach Vacancy

Jim Harbaugh, recently led the University of Michigan to a national title, will meet with the Los Angeles Chargers about their head coach vacancy.

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Not all carbon-capture projects pay off for the climate – we mapped the pros and cons of each and found clear winners and losers

Capturing carbon dioxide from the air or industries and recycling it can sound like a win-win climate solution. The greenhouse gas stays out of the atmosphere where it can warm the planet, and it avoids the use of more fossil fuels.

The Conversation

Donovan Edwards: A Gridiron Legend in the Making

Donovan Edwards: A dynamic force on the gridiron, showcasing unparalleled skill and unwavering passion in every play. Witness his legacy in action.

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The University of Michigan wrote Sam Altman’s venture capital firm a $75M check earlier this year for a new fund

The university’s $17.9 billion endowment has also invested directly in OpenAI and in OpenAI’s corporate venture fund, documents show.

Fortune

Sam Altman quietly got $75M from the University of Michigan for a new venture capital fund earlier this year

Fortune discovered the investment into Hydrazine’s fourth fund via a Freedom of Information Act request.

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The University of Michigan’s $17.9B endowment has trimmed down its private fund investments

The endowment cut back its new investments in venture capital and private equity by more than 40% in the 12 months ending in June 2023, according to documents reviewed by Fortune.

Space

Colliding space junk makes 'noise' that could be heard from Earth

Weird effects of space junk collisions could help researchers detect dangerous, hard-to-see orbital clutter.

LiveScience

'Lightning-like energy bursts' could be used to track the 99% of space junk that can't be seen from Earth

Current methods of tracking space junk in Earth's orbit only follow objects bigger than a softball. A new technique could trace the 99% of junk that's smaller.

Medical Daily

Concordant Hypertension: Researchers Say Many Couples Share High Blood Pressure

Although hypertension is more common in the U.S. and the U.K., the likelihood of a wife having blood pressure when married to a person with hypertension is more prevalent in China and India. Researchers believe it could be due to cultural factors.

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Book explores how colleges seek to increase racial diversity without relying on race in college admissions

When the Supreme Court outlawed the use of race in college admissions in June 2023, it forced colleges and universities to rethink how to maintain and increase diversity in their student bodies. It’s a topic that political science professor Lauren Foley had been exploring in her new book, “On the…

The Independent UK

‘I was completely, manically joyful’: How a trans woman changed computing in the modern world

Her ideas launched a global microchip revolution – but for years she was afraid to claim her share of credit. Io Dodds meets the LGBT+ pioneer who helped create the modern world

International Business Times

Gretchen Whitmer Approves Climate Omnibus, Commits Michigan To Net-Zero Power By 2040

The Michigan governor signed seven bills into law on Tuesday, formalizing the Wolverine State's new climate targets.

Chicago Sun-Times

Charlie Munger, Warren Buffet’s sidekick at Berkshire Hathaway, dies at 99

Munger served as Buffett’s sounding board on investments and business decisions and helped lead Berkshire for more than five decades and served as its longtime vice chairman.

The Independent UK

Charlie Munger, Warren Buffet's sidekick at Berkshire Hathaway, dies at 99

Charlie Munger, who helped Warren Buffett build Berkshire Hathaway into an investment powerhouse, has died

Fortune

Charlie Munger, legendary investor and Warren Buffett’s deputy at Berkshire Hathaway, dies at 99

The legendary investor was known for straight talk and a skepticism of the professional finance industry.

The Independent UK

A trans woman is the pioneer behind your smartphone: Meet Lynn Conway

Her ideas launched a global microchip revolution – but for years she was afraid to claim her share of credit. Io Dodds meets the LGBT+ pioneer who helped create the modern world

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