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While a Black Hole Shredded a Star, NASA's Hubble Was Watching
Astronomers · Cape Canaveral

While a Black Hole Shredded a Star, NASA's Hubble Was Watching

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Black holes are gatherers, not hunters. They lie in wait until a hapless star wanders by. When the star gets close enough, the black hole's gravitational grasp violently rips it apart and sloppily devours its gasses while belching out intense radiation. See the Story
Stocks pause near five-month peaks on note of caution
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Stocks pause near five-month peaks on note of caution

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World stocks paused near five-month highs on Wednesday, as signs that central banks might need to keep hiking interest rates for longer dampened a recent wave of optimism that aggressive monetary tightening by big central banks was almost done.See the Story
[Opinion] Democrats Introduce “Desperately Needed” Legislation to Overturn “Citizens United” – TruthoutTruthout LogoTruthout LogoFacebook Circle IconTwitter Circle IconFlipboard Circle IconInstagram Circle IconRSS Circle IconFacebook Circle IconTwitter Circle IconF
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[Opinion] Democrats Introduce “Desperately Needed” Legislation to Overturn “Citizens United” – TruthoutTruthout LogoTruthout LogoFacebook Circle IconTwitter Circle IconFlipboard Circle IconInstagram Circle IconRSS Circle IconFacebook Circle IconTwitter Circle IconF

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A group of House Democrats has introduced legislation that would overturn Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (FEC), a 13-year old Supreme Court precedent that unleashed a deluge of money into the American political system — a bill that comes directly after the most expensive midterm election in history. The Democracy For All Amendment would create a constitutional amendment that would... SourceSee the Story

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The seven principles of Kwanzaa

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Kwanzaa is a seven-day non-religious holiday observed in the U.S. The name comes from the Swahili phrase "matunda ya kwanza," which means "first fruits" The holiday is defined by Nguzo Saba, or the seven principles.
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Be a Tweetheart: Eat Chocolate and Save Birds

Eating chocolate is now better for birds, humans and the planet. The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute has expanded its Smithsonian Bird Friendly certification program to include standards for cocoa farming. This is the only certification that guarantees 100% of the cocoa produced comes from farms that conserve birds and other wildlife by protecting
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National Museum of African American History and Culture To Observe 160th Anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation Issued by President Lincoln - The Tennessee Tribune

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) is recognizing the 160th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. In honor of this important moment, the museum encourages visitors to reflect on the words featured in early copies of a handheld pamphlet of the Emancipation Proclamation, an original signed copy of President Abraham Lincoln’s Executive Order and an original handwritten signed copy of the 13th …
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Andean Bear Cub Update: The Cubs’ First Vet Exam

Just before the Andean bear cubs turned three months old, it was time for their beary first veterinary exam. Read on to find out how the exam went from animal keeper Sara Colandrea.
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National Museum of Asian Art Announces Headline Performers for Centennial Celebration

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art has announced the headline performers for its main-stage centennial celebration, the culmination of a major two-week festival. Internationally acclaimed singer-songwriters Eric Nam and Raveena will perform Saturday, May 13. The performances will take place on the museum’s stage in the Smithsonian’s Arts and Industries Building and
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