A new study finds that in news stories about scientific research, U.S. media were less likely to mention a scientist if they had an East Asian or African name, as compared to one with an Anglo name.
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This event is expected to have an estimated economic impact of over $498,200 for Ouachita Parish. Entrances will open at 7:30 am for teams and 8 am for spectators.
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The Derby Party will feature a bourbon tasting, auction, food, and fashion competition.
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Selection into Pi Sigma Alpha is based upon three criteria: an overall GPA that places the student within the top one-third of their graduating class, a GPA of 3.5 or better in Political Science courses, and the completion of more than twelve hours of political science courses.
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Workshop attendees will learn how small changes in the way they do business can lessen their environmental impact and increase their sustainability efforts.
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The Downtown River Market will feature local makers and artisans.
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Israel and Iran seem to be downplaying the attack, the latest in a series of retaliatory strikes between the two. Analysts say that could be a sign of the de-escalation world leaders are calling for.
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Many users are concealing their public photos and sharing instead in private spaces. It's something of a protest against the over-sharing culture of social media. And Gen Z is driving the trend.
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The U.N. Security Council met Thursday to debate and vote on the Palestinian application for full membership in the United Nations, which would allow it to vote during U.N. proceedings.
Divisions within the House Republican conference could threaten both the future of the package and Mike Johnson's speakership.
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The Derby Party will feature a bourbon tasting, auction, food, and fashion competition.
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Louisiana District 34 Senator Katrina R. Jackson discussed with host Dr. Pearson Cross the rollout of broadband internet access to rural parishes in northeast Louisiana.
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