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Trump Declares US-Iran Ceasefire "On Life Support"
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Trump Declares US-Iran Ceasefire "On Life Support"

Donald Trump has declared the US-Iran ceasefire to be "on life support," criticizing Tehran's latest proposals as "garbage." His statements underscore deepening tensions and uncertainty surrounding diplomatic efforts between the two nations.

Trump Administration Pays to Cancel Offshore Wind Leases
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Trump Administration Pays to Cancel Offshore Wind Leases

The Trump administration has announced plans to pay multiple companies to terminate their leases for offshore wind projects. This move aims to halt further development of wind farms, with some reports linking it to a focus on fossil fuel investments.

US Strikes Iran for Third Night; Iran Retaliates in Strait of Hormuz
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US Strikes Iran for Third Night; Iran Retaliates in Strait of Hormuz

The United States launched its third consecutive night of strikes against Iran, prompting Iran to retaliate by striking tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump also vowed to impose transit fees in the Strait and sent formal notice to Congress about the resumed conflict.

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Commentary: The Sabotage of American Science

This article discusses the perceived distress and sabotage of American science, particularly focusing on issues related to public funding from institutions like the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation over the past four decades.

Trump Administration Fires Entire National Science Board
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Trump Administration Fires Entire National Science Board

The Trump administration has dismissed all members of the National Science Board, drawing criticism from scientists who view the move as an attack on research. This decision sparked concerns about the future of scientific oversight.

Waste Of The Day: The Story Of Robosquirrel
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Waste Of The Day: The Story Of Robosquirrel

Waste Of The Day: The Story Of Robosquirrel Authored by Jeremy Portnoy via RealClearInvestigations, Topline: Dr. Frankenstein was able to bring his monster back to life using just rusty tools and a cramped workshop. Researchers in California needed taxpayer funding from the National Science Foundation for their own reanimation experiment, with results that were not quite as impressive. In 2012, San Diego State University and the University of California, Davis used part of a ...