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6 of 8 Ivy Leagues will soon have women as presidents — an expert explains why this matters

For the first time, a majority of Ivy League schools will soon be led by women.

The Conversation

I am a Black woman who owns a bank–but my achievements wouldn’t be possible without my great-grandmother. Meet Ma Honey, the self-made entrepreneur from the segregated South

Teri Williams didn't celebrate her roots for 30 years–until she realized that her ancestry was essential to her success.

Fortune

U.S. renewable electricity surpassed coal in 2022

The U.S. Energy Information Administration announced that electricity generated from renewables surpassed coal electricity production in the United States for the first time in 2022

The Independent UK

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Five royals who have lived in US besides Prince Harry and Meghan - and reasons they left

Several members of the Royal Family aside from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have spent periods of their lives living in America - whether it was for their education or careers

Daily Mirror

Addiction treatment may be coming to a pharmacy near you

Despite an overdose epidemic that killed 107,000 people last year, nearly 9 in 10 Americans who need medication to treat their addiction to deadly opioids aren’t receiving it.

Tribune News Service

Clues to Bronze Age cranial surgery revealed in ancient bones

Archaeologists have discovered evidence of a rare type of skull surgery dating back to the Bronze Age that's similar to a procedure still being used today.

WEKU

This winter's U.S. COVID surge is fading fast, likely thanks to a 'wall' of immunity

The main reason the surge is ebbing now, pandemic experts suspect, is the significant immunity many people in the U.S. have acquired from prior infections and COVID vaccinations many received.

WEKU

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Inside China's fight over the future of zero-COVID

Samuel Ren is sick of zero-COVID.

Reuters

Olivia Pichardo is the first woman to make the roster of Division I baseball team

"Olivia put together the most complete walk-on tryout I have seen from a player," said Brown University baseball coach Grant Achilles. Taking the field will fulfill a long-held dream for Pichardo, 18.

WEKU

Groundbreaking research suggests 'something huge' could be living beneath Antarctica

Research carried out by Brown University and the University of Auckland suggests there could be an enormous mass of algae living permanently under the surface of the continent.

Daily Record

Does tutoring work? An education economist examines the evidence on whether it’s effective

With reading and math scores plummeting during the pandemic, educators and parents are now turning their attention to how kids can catch up. In the following QA, Susanna Loeb, an education economist at Brown University, shines a light on the best ways to use tutoring to help students get back…

The Conversation

Lane celebrates Fritz Pollard Day in honor of trailblazing Black alumnus

Fritz Pollard was the first Black head coach in the NFL, one of the first two Black players in the NFL, the first Black football player at Brown University and the first Black player in the Rose Bowl.

Chicago Sun-Times

If Brazilian voters do reject Jair Bolsonaro, don’t expect him to go quietly

The macho incumbent may try to attempt a US Capitol-style coup if defeated, says James N Green, professor of Brazilian history and culture at Brown University

The Guardian - UK

DeSantis slavery comments "ignorance"

"On at least three levels this is wrong," says Karin Wulf, a professor at Brown University

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The Independent UK

Brown U. acquires trove of Mumia Abu-Jamal's prison papers

Brown University has acquired a trove of records, writings and artwork from Mumia Abu-Jamal

Reuters

From bomb shelter to dorm room: Ukrainian students find refuge at U.S. colleges

Hlib Burtsev wanted to film himself opening admissions decisions from U.S. universities and share the videos online, imagining the hugs and cheers from his family if he got good news.

Daily Mirror

Catherine Zeta-Jones shares rare pic of son Dylan as she marks his 22nd birthday

Catherine Zeta-Jones has taken to social media to mark her eldest child Dylan's birthday - 22 years after welcoming her son with Hollywood star husband Michael Douglas

WEKU

When it comes to darker skin, pulse oximeters fall short

These devices measure blood oxygen levels and can help identify when patients are dangerously ill. But research shows they can deliver misleading results for people with darker skin.

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Daily Mirror

Economists blast Boris Johnson for 'suppressing' Brits' wages as inflation soars

Economists from a host of universities and think tanks have written to the Prime Minister dismissing his claims over pay hikes fuelling inflation

Daily Mirror

Catherine Zeta-Jones 'inexplicably proud' as son Dylan graduates from top university

Hollywood actress Catherine Zeta-Jones was one proud mama after her 'pride and joy', Dylan, 21, graduated from Brown University with a degree in political science

Zenger

The Future Is Hear: Piece Of Paper And Metal Foil Is All You Need To Eavesdrop 6G Transmissions

The new high-tech 6G wireless technology could be hacked in five minutes using a piece of office paper, an inkjet printer, a metallic foil transfer and a laminator.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Details emerge for EJ Perry’s contract with Jags

The undrafted rookie QB, who initially was going to join the Eagles, will earn a notable amount in guaranteed money after signing with the Jags.

The Independent UK

Bill Clinton calls blaming US for Ukraine war ‘the biggest load of bull’

‘I do not believe that there was anything we could have done to prevent this,’ says the 42nd US president

USA Today Sports Media Group

Raiders met with NFL Draft prospect QB EJ Perry on Wednesday

Raiders use a 30 visit on one of the draft's most athletic quarterbacks

The Independent UK

How do boa constrictors breathe while squeezing their prey?

It can take up to 45 minutes to constrict and ingest its food, so how exactly is a boa constrictor supposed to breathe during this? Sam Jones has the answer

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