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Murdoch's Media Empire: A Family Struggle at 93

December 10, 2024

At 93 years old, media tycoon Rupert Murdoch is facing a significant legal hurdle. A Nevada official recently rejected his attempt to modify his family trust, labeling it as an action made in "bad faith. " Murdoch's plan was to give more power to his son, Lachlan, potentially steering the political

science

Unraveling String Field Theory: A Fresh Look at the Moyal Star Approach

December 10, 2024

Ever wondered how string theory deals with its own versions of string field theory? One intriguing approach is the Moyal star formulation. Let's dive into what makes it special and how it tackles some tricky issues. Imagine you're trying to add up a bunch of numbers, but the rules keep changing. Th

politics

Notre Dame's Triumphant Return: A Global Effort Celebrated

December 8, 2024

After a devastating fire in 2019, the historic Notre Dame cathedral in Paris has risen from the ashes, thanks to a global effort and a determined president. The grand reopening, also a diplomatic affair, saw world leaders gathered to celebrate the restoration. President Emmanuel Macron hailed the fe

politics

Naval Academy's Diverse Admissions Upheld by Court

December 6, 2024

A judge recently ruled that the Naval Academy can consider race in its admissions. The goal is to boost diversity and national security. Some people might not like this, but the judge said it's important for military effectiveness. The decision doesn't stop others from challenging it in court. The

science

Quantum's Magic Trick: The Power of Shallow Circuits

December 5, 2024

Quantum computing holds the potential for super-fast computations compared to classical methods. The famous Gottesman-Knill Theorem suggests the real strength of quantum computing lies in something called "magic states. " However, it's still unclear if these magic states truly provide the quantum ad

politics

House Republicans Face a Tight Majority

December 5, 2024

The final seat in the 2024 elections has been called, with Democrat Adam Gray winning in California's 13th District. This leaves Republicans with a narrow 220-215 majority in the House. With President-elect Trump's agenda on the line, Speaker Mike Johnson can only afford to lose two votes if Democra

sports

Isaiah Evans: Duke's Freshman Star Defies Expectations

December 5, 2024

You might know Isaiah Evans as a high school basketball sensation, but college ball can be a different game. Many players struggle with this change, but not Isaiah. This Duke freshman showed patience and hard work pay off. After Duke beat Auburn, Cooper Flagg praised Evans. "It's not everyday you s

entertainment

The Day Lord of the Rings Got Washed Out

December 4, 2024

John Rhys-Davies, who played Gimli in Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy, shared an interesting story at Fan Expo in San Francisco. He revealed that filming wasn't always smooth sailing, especially when it came to the weather. Once, while shooting in New Zealand's South Island, a massive rain

science

Transforming CO 2 into Treasures: A Fresh Look at Electroreduction Systems

December 4, 2024

Imagine turning something as harmful as carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) into useful chemicals. That's what CO 2 electroreduction is all about! This process isn't just good for the environment; it can also make some valuable products. Scientists have been working hard to make this process better by desig

entertainment

Small-Screen Star Signs With Big Entertainment Firm

December 3, 2024

Germany's rising star, Harriet Herbig-Matten, has just joined Magnolia Entertainment for representation. This milestone comes after her breakout role in Prime Video's series hit, Maxton Hall, based on Mona Kasten's bestselling novel. The show quicky became a global smash, drawing more viewers than a