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The U.S. Economy Could Suffer if Scientists and Students are Lured Overseas

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The U.S. Economy Could Suffer if Scientists and Students are Lured Overseas

Historically, America has attracted top global talent, but budget cuts and policy changes are now causing a 'brain drain' as scientists and researchers leave for other countries, potentially harming the country's economic competitiveness.
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Why Are We Still Debating What Makes a City Smart?

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Why Are We Still Debating What Makes a City Smart?

Smart cities should prioritize people over technology. Success requires focusing on people, processes, and technologies—in that order—to improve quality of life and create places people choose to live.
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The New Pope Transcends Borders and Ideologies

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The New Pope Transcends Borders and Ideologies

Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American pope in Catholic history. With his Augustinian background and international experience, he emphasizes unity, service to the poor, and bridge-building.
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In Memoriam: Pope Francis

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In Memoriam: Pope Francis

Pope Francis, who died on April 21, 2025 at age 88, was the first pope from the Americas and Southern Hemisphere. Known for his humility, he championed the poor and environmental causes.RetryClaude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses.
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Are We Witnessing the Death of the Foreign Aid Supply Chain?

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Are We Witnessing the Death of the Foreign Aid Supply Chain?

The article discusses US foreign aid's history, moral dimensions, and recent challenges. It argues that eliminating aid harms US security, economy, and global reputation, and calls for restoring its moral purpose despite current political opposition.
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Personal Dispatches: Reflections on today’s society through the lens of Fortune Magazine December 1941

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Personal Dispatches: Reflections on today’s society through the lens of Fortune Magazine December 1941

A rare 1941 Fortune Magazine features Fernand Leger's vibrant lithograph and discusses "The Great Flight of Culture" as European artists and intellectuals immigrated to America during WWII, representing what Fortune called the third major wave of immigration shaping American society.

Personal Dispatches: Reflections on today’s society through the lens of Fortune Magazine December 1941

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State and Local Crisis Response

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State and Local Crisis Response

This article discusses challenges in crisis preparedness in the US six years after 9/11. Issues include communication gaps, lack of cooperation between federal and local governments, and a recently rewritten national plan kept secret from state officials.
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Putting on a Good Face

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Putting on a Good Face

A new RAND study suggests that the US military should improve its image abroad as if it were a company building a brand. The study argues that military operations should be conducted with hearts and minds in mind and that the US should avoid being seen as solely a destructive force.
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iPods and Worms

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iPods and Worms

Apple iPods manufactured after September 12th, 2006, contained a worm that infected Windows PCs. The worm could turn the PC into a "zombie" vulnerable to hacker attacks. Apple advised Windows users to update antivirus software to remove the worm.