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REPLAY: Lessons from Taiwan: Enduring PRC Media Infiltration—A Global Taiwan Institute Event

In a seminar held by Global Taiwan Institute (GTI) on July 20, Shu-ling Ko (National Endowment for Democracy), Amber Lin (Georgetown), Rita Cheng (Radio Free Asia), and Kevin Sheives (National Endowment for Democracy) discussed “the situation, vulnerabilities, and strengths of a Taiwanese media sector facing comprehensive infiltration attempts by the People’s Republic of China(PRC),” as […]

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25 Types of Harmful Flame Retardants Found in US Breast Milk: Study

More than 20 types of unregulated toxic flame retardants have been discovered in human breast milk in the United States for the first time, according to the findings of a new study. The peer-reviewed research was authored by Toxic-Free Future, a non-profit organization conducting environmental health research, and is published in Environmental Pollution. Researchers from Emory University, the University

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Presidential Watches: 6 Timepieces Worn by American Presidents

Timepieces that have appeared on the wrists—or in the pockets—of the commander in chief throughout the centuries tell us a lot about their sartorial style and character. George Washington Jean-Antoine Lépine Pocket Watch (Courtesy of National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors) In November 1778, Gouverneur Morris asked George Washington if he could get him

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Amazon’s Palm-Payment Technology Will Soon Be Available at More Whole Foods Stores in US

More Americans shopping in Whole Foods stores will soon be able to pay for their items with just a wave of their hand under Amazon’s One Palm recognition system. The Jeff Bezos-owned company announced on July 20 that it has teamed up with the grocery store chain in the United States on the new system

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Conservative Christian Coalition Urges Defunding of US Bishops and Liberal Churches to Combat Marxist Ideology

A coalition of conservative Christian groups advocates defunding the “Religious Left” and its support of the Democrat Party. The Deposit of Faith Coalition called on the U.S. government to end its funding of politically liberal churches and U.S. Catholic bishops who promote radical leftist causes. The coalition of 10 separate Christian organizations, including Church Militant,

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IN-DEPTH: Pressure From Climate Change Advocates Driving Big Changes in Travel Industry

Climate change supporters have the travel industry in its crosshairs, pressuring businesses like airlines, cruise operators, and other tourism sectors to adopt more eco-friendly practices. The heat is on—quite literally—at every level. Sources for this coercion range from global agencies like the United Nations and World Economic Forum to scientific researchers. From this, a civilian-led

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Chronic Foot Pain: 2 Common Causes, 5 Easy Exercises for Relief

Follow the series “Easy Exercises to Combat Chronic Pain” here. In this series, occupational therapist Kevin Shelley focuses on common issues associated with chronic pain and simple exercises to strengthen weak muscles and enhance joint mobility, with the goal of helping you become pain-free. Although it’s normal for feet to hurt after a long day of

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How to Use Online Rent Collection to Enhance Transparency and Foster Better Relationships With Tenants

By Dave Spooner Landlords experience a variety of benefits when switching to online rent collection: automation, convenience, accurate bookkeeping and the ability to meet tenant needs in the marketplace. Transparency is an often overlooked benefit. As consumers, we want and appreciate transparency throughout the transaction process. We want to be able to track our packages,

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Credit-Card Debt, Socialist Threat

Commentary In the Middle Ages, the Catholic Church, reflecting Plato and Aristotle, considered money lending charging interest to be a grave evil, for reasons ranging from the metaphysical to practical concerns regarding exploitation of the poor and personal responsibility. While there was never an absolute prohibition of providing credit stated in either the Old or

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Judge Sets New Date for Trump Trial After Former President’s Request for Extensive Delay

Former President Donald Trump’s federal criminal trial has been delayed into 2024, but is still slated to take place before voters vote for the next president. U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon on July 21 said the trial will not start until May 20, 2024. Mr. Trump is facing 37 felony counts, including conspiring to obstruct

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