Overlooked No More: Karen Wynn Fonstad, Who Mapped Tolkien’s Middle-earth
She was a novice cartographer who landed a dream assignment: to create an atlas of the setting of “The Hobbit” and “The Lord of the Rings.”
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Supreme Court wrestles with Texas age-verification requirement for pornography websites
Supreme Court to review Texas age verification law for porn sites Supreme Court to review Texas age verification law for porn sites 00:42 Washington — The Supreme Court on Wednesday grappled with states’ efforts to require pornography websites to verify their visitors’ ages amid a surge of laws that proponents say are aimed at protecting […]
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Lido Impact Staking Officially Launches By Chainwire
London, United Kingdom (TADAWUL:), January 15th, 2025, Chainwire Lido Impact Staking (LIS) officially launches on the 15th of January 2025, and introduces a new approach to sustainable funding for social impact, leveraging staking rewards and Lido middleware to create lasting change. With LIS, users can stake ETH, stETH, or wstETH and allocate a percentage of […]
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Local SEO For Service Area Businesses: Targeting Your Coverage
For small, mobile, local businesses operating without a fixed storefront, navigating the world of local SEO can feel like charting uncharted territory. Service area businesses (SABs) – think plumbers, electricians, mobile pet groomers, and the like – face unique challenges in establishing a strong online presence. However, by understanding the nuances of local SEO for […]
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GenAI set to revolutionise 38 million jobs in India by 2030, unlocking significant productivity gains: EY India report
Generative AI (GenAI) is poised to reshape India’s workforce and economic landscape by 2030, according to the EY India report, ‘How much productivity can GenAI unlock in India? The AIdea of India: 2025’. The report predicts that AI adoption could transform 38 million jobs, driving a 2.61% productivity boost to the Indian economy through gains […]
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CPI edged higher in December, complicating the Fed’s upcoming decision on rate cuts
How will a Trump second term impact the economy? How will a Trump second term impact the economy? 02:47 Inflation rose 2.9% on an annual basis in December, with the latest Consumer Price Index illustrating the Federal Reserve’s challenge in battling stickier-than-expected price increases. Last month’s CPI was forecast to come in at 2.8%, according […]
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Nintendo Switch 2 Will Reportedly Be Revealed This Week
The successor to the Nintendo Switch will be revealed this week, an industry insider has claimed. Rumours and leaks about the Nintendo Switch 2 have intensified ahead of launch, with several sources claiming an official announcement on the hybrid console could be right around the corner. Nintendo is said to be ready to unveil the […]
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FDA moves to ban Red 3, citing concern over cancer in some animals
The Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday it had decided to revoke Red 3’s authorization to be added to foods, over concerns about how the food coloring is linked to cancer in laboratory animals. FDA officials have telegraphed the decision for months. While the agency has long said that it did not think evidence of […]
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The Hidden Dangers of Public Spaces: Who’s Liable for Your Safety?
Every day living depends on public spaces, which provide venues for leisure, exercise, shopping, and social events. These areas—from parks and sidewalks to retail centers and public transportation hubs—are supposed to be safe for everyone. But these settings can hide hidden hazards, which is why legal responsibility becomes a topic of debate when mishaps happen. […]
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Meghana Prakash makes polymer clay jewellery
Meghana Prakash | Photo Credit: Special Arrangements The next time you gift a book to a bibliophile, pair it with a miniature book pendant for an extra touch of joy. Bengaluru-based software professional-turned-jewellery designer Meghana Prakash (@theclayarte) began creating these pendants to diversify her offerings beyond her signature floral designs. “Book lovers were overjoyed seeing […]
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Johnson & Johnson acquires Intra-Cellular Therapies in $14.6bn deal
Johnson & Johnson has entered an acquisition agreement with drug developer Intra-Cellular Therapies priced at $14.6bn, positioning the deal as one of the largest seen in the pharmaceutical industry in the past year. Founded in 2002, Intra-Cellular Therapies develops innovative treatments for complex psychiatric and neurologic diseases, with a scientific platform based on the work […]
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Top 11 Dog Breeds That Know How to Bring Out the Best in You
Shutterstock Dogs have a profound ability to improve our lives, not only by being our companions but also by inspiring us to grow and thrive. Certain breeds exhibit unique traits and temperaments that foster positive behaviors, emotional development, and personal growth in their owners. Whether it’s through their steadfast loyalty, endless energy, or soothing presence, […]
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How To Have Good Sex With Endometriosis
In 2018, I received a long-overdue dual diagnosis of endometriosis and interstitial cystitis (IC), also known as bladder pain syndrome. It took 14 years, countless doctors and a decade-plus of dealing with debilitating back and pelvic pain, heavy periods, sciatic nerve pain, and burning and bleeding with urination for me to finally get the answers […]
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Domenica objavila fotografije sa skijanja, outfit privukao pozornost
Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani. PJEVAČICA Domenica podijelila je nekoliko fotografija i […]
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Turnbull, Sceptres pounce on late Charge mistake to score 4-2 win
The Ottawa Charge felt like they beat themselves Tuesday night. The Charge (4-0-2-4) struggled to match the Toronto Sceptres’ intensity and effort and ultimately fell short in a 4-2 loss. Toronto (3-0-2-5), which sits last in the Professional Women’s Hockey League, came in looking like they were determined to get back into the thick of […]
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Boeing Lags Behind Airbus in 2024 Deliveries Amid a Year of Challenges
The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] concluded 2024 with a significant drop in commercial aircraft deliveries. The result comes amid a year of ongoing struggles to recover from a series of production and regulatory setbacks. The US plane manufacturer delivered 348 commercial airliners throughout the year, a stark decline from the 528 delivered in 2023. This […]
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Neil Gaiman Responds to Explosive Report of Sexual Assault
“I have never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone,” said the best-selling author in response to allegations in New York magazine.
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Special counsel’s final report says Trump would have been convicted of election interference if he hadn’t won
Attorney General Merrick Garland has submitted to Congress a portion of former special counsel Jack Smith’s final report on his investigations into President-elect Donald Trump and released it to the public after a court order blocking its release expired at midnight Tuesday. Smith wrote in his report that his office began its prosecution of Trump […]
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2,997 BTC Scooped up by This Key Holder Class By U.Today
U.Today – As Bitcoin’s price hovers around crucial levels in early 2025, one particular class of BTC holders has been quietly increasing its holdings. In a recent report, on-chain analytics firm Santiment examined how different-sized wallets are behaving on the network, which overall creates a very neutral signal for crypto’s next few weeks. According to […]
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Google Retires Web Vitals Extension, Moves Everything to DevTools
Google has officially shut down its Web Vitals Chrome extension with the release of Chrome 132. All its key features are now fully integrated into DevTools’ Performance panel, making it the go-to tool for measuring Core Web Vitals. While nearly 200,000 users used the extension, the Chrome team has decided to focus solely on DevTools, […]
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India Inc likely to offer 9.4% salary increment this year
Amidst strong economic growth and an intensifying demand for skilled talent, India Inc may see a 9.4% overall salary increase across industries in 2025, according to the Total Remuneration Survey by Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan.Over the last five-year period, salary increments have steadily increased, rising from 8% in 2020 to a projected 9.4% […]
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SEC sues Elon Musk, accusing him of withholding info that cost Twitter investors millions
The Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk, alleging the X owner misled shareholders about his Twitter stock purchases in 2022. The suit alleges Musk violated federal securities laws, enabling him to purchase shares of Twitter at artificially low prices before his $44 billion takeover of the social media site. […]
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Gears of War, Hellblade 2 and More Xbox Games to Launch on PS5 in 2025: Report
Microsoft is reportedly gearing up to bring more of its exclusive games to rival platforms from Sony and Nintendo in 2025. After launching some Xbox games on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch last year, the company is likely readying its bigger franchises, including Gears of War, for PS5 and potentially the Nintendo Switch successor console, […]
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More than 1 drink a day raises risk of dying, new federal review concludes
Consuming more than one drink a day results in a steep increase of the risk of premature death, a new federal review has concluded. The draft report was published Tuesday ahead of a major update to influential federal guidelines on how much alcohol Americans should drink. “In the United States, males and females have a […]
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Scope Summit 2025 award finalists announced
As the Cambridge Healthtech Institute (CHI) celebrates its 16th annual Clinical Ops Executives (SCOPE) Summit in Orlando, Florida, USA, next month, two awards, one for site innovation and another for patient engagement, have released their shortlisted finalists who will battle it out for the winner and runner-up positions. Recognizing Site Innovation in Clinical Trials For […]
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Ultimate 15 Dog Breeds That Stay by Your Side No Matter What
Shutterstock Dogs are more than just pets—they’re loyal companions, silent confidants, and steadfast protectors. Some breeds possess an extraordinary ability to form deep, lasting bonds with their humans, offering loyalty and affection that feel almost unshakable. Whether they’re shadowing you from room to room, curling up beside you after a long day, or sensing your […]
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Glenn Close Opens Up About Being Single For Nearly A Decade
Looks like Glenn Close won’t be “swiping right” in search of love anytime soon. In a candid moment on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” the acclaimed actor — who has been married three times — opened up about her single status, which has been a constant since her divorce from David Shaw in 2015. The conversation, […]
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Top muški mirisi koje žene obožavaju, je li vaš na popisu?
Pri kreiranju rubrike Index Shopping nastojimo izdvajati odlične proizvode koji se i nama sviđaju te odlične akcije i popuste. Ne objavljujemo proizvode koje i sami ne bismo kupili ili smatramo da njihova promocija nije u skladu s profesionalnim standardima. Neki proizvodi u rubrici Index Shopping mogu biti sponzorirani. SVAKE godine čitatelji i čitateljice portala Fragrantica, […]
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Former Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz likely died from drug overdose, police say
The cause of death of former Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz likely is a drug overdose, The Baltimore Banner reported Tuesday. A report from the Phoenix Police Department, obtained by the publication, said Matusz was found dead in his home there on Jan. 6 with drug paraphernalia near his body and with a white substance […]
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Watch John Early Enters the New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest | Cartoon Caption Contest
[light music] I’m John Early, and today, I’m gonna caption some cartoons. [laughs] There is a flight attendant. Not clear as to whether or not he’s gay. [bell ringing] I’m shocked to say I have a really strong instinct with this one. [upbeat music] We do things a little differently around here. There’s just something […]
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WestJet Launches New Nonstop Calgary-Mexico City Service
WestJet is introducing non-stop flights between Calgary and Mexico City International Airport (MEX) starting 14 May 2025. The airline will operate five weekly flights, cementing its position as Canada’s leading carrier to Mexico while expanding Calgary’s role as a vital international hub. The new route marks a further step in WestJet’s international expansion strategy and […]
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