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Rahaf Mohammed says fleeing her family in Saudi Arabia was "worth the risk" so she could live freely. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2VTY26w

The president pays for hundreds of burgers with staff missing due to a government shutdown. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2VSi9BU

National college football champions, the Clemson Tigers, tucked in to a takeaway dinner during their visit to the White House. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2AMrNgG

Steve King faces mounting criticism for asking why terms like white supremacy are controversial. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2SSYH6k

The family of a man sentenced to death in China on Monday say their "worst fears" have been realised. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2DaLuA8

COLLEGEVILLE, Minn. – Saint John's basketball moved up three spots to No. 8 in the latest D3hoops.com Top 25 poll released Monday night, Jan. 14. - D3hoops.com Poll from Saint John's University Athletics http://bit.ly/2Fto0sm

People without internet access have fewer life chances than those that do. How can we close the gap? from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2FwPbC0

A dad's actions have been hailed as "heart-warming" with social media users telling each other to "be like Gregg." from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2MbXWTh

Jeanne Nutter says she discovered the missing 13-year-old girl asking for help in rural Wisconsin. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2st5NTs

A new study offers compelling evidence that replacing 30 minutes of sitting with physical activity, of any intensity or amount, reduces the risk of early death. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2QONimf

Antarctica experienced a sixfold increase in yearly ice mass loss between 1979 and 2017, according to a new study. Glaciologists additionally found that the accelerated melting caused global sea levels to rise more than half an inch during that time. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2M9SlwR

Singer Abdul Salam Maftoon's similarity to Canada's PM has caught people's attention on a TV talent show. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2FrQ8ME

The discovery shows an efficiency rate that is up to 25 times higher than traditional catalysts made from larger iridium structures or nanoparticles. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2FqjnPT

A team of researchers reports that virtual video visits, one form of telehealth visit used at the hospital, can successfully replace office visits for many patients without compromising the quality of care and communication. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2HbQpoH

A study shows people with the worst memory problems also had the most leakage in their brain's blood vessels -- regardless of whether abnormal proteins amyloid and tau were present. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2stopCW

People most opposed to genetically modified foods think they know the most about them, but actually know the least, new report finds. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2M7BGK8

A new long-acting contraceptive designed to be self-administered by women may provide a new family planning option, particularly in developing nations where access to healthcare can be limited, a recent study suggests. The contraceptive would be delivered using microneedle skin patch technology originally developed for the painless administration of vaccines. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2ssy0cV

Researchers have identified a hormone produced by the liver that tells the body to downshift its metabolism when it's expending a lot of energy. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2SVFxMY

As cells divide to form tissues and organs in multicell organisms, they move to where they belong, informed by a series of cues that scientists have yet to observe or fully understand. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2Fs0qwe

Cells communicate through complex mechanisms that typically involve receptors and ligands that bind to them. Endogenous ligands have been identified for the vast majority of cellular receptors, helping explain receptor existence and function. But in the case of sigma-1 receptors, which interact with a diverse array of psychoactive drugs, an endogenous ligand has remained elusive. Now, researchers show that choline is an endogenous activator of sigma-1 receptors. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2SULsSu

New research suggests that the gut microbiome may help prevent the development of cow's milk allergy. Scientists found that gut microbes from healthy human infant donors transplanted into mice protected animals exposed to milk from experiencing allergic reactions, while gut microbes transplanted from infants allergic to milk did not. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2QMIEFp

Herpes viral infections use the ancient genetic material found in the human genome to proliferate, mimicking the same process tumors have been found to manipulate, Mount Sinai researchers have shown for the first time. These observations provide further insight about how herpes viruses can manipulate the immune system in ways that may drive neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, according to the study, published in Nature Communications in January. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2ALhWYx

A new study finds that some supermassive black holes are 'triggered' to grow, suddenly devouring a large amount of gas in their surroundings. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2QOsbAv

Researchers believe the robot, nicknamed RAS, could eventually help those with dementia and other limitations continue to live independently in their own homes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2VThzE7

Scientists have used mathematical modelling to identify why the 2007 UK outbreak of bluetongue -- a viral disease spread by midge bites that affects sheep and cattle -- was smaller than it could have been and to predict the future impact of the disease in northern Europe as the climate warms. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2QMHlpZ

Given the pressures that pollinators face in agricultural land, cities could play an important role in conserving pollinators, according to a new study. The research has revealed that gardens and allotments are good for pollinators, and lavender and borage are important garden plants that pollinators use as food sources. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2VPCbNw

A new theoretical framework predicts the kinds of holes that can form in two-dimensional materials like graphene. The work could help in the design of new filtration and desalination devices or new quantum computing and communications systems. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2SSD1Hj

New research means more than 90 percent of the most common cases of childhood cancer can now be classified by subtype, an advance likely to fuel precision medicine. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2ANRHR5

COLLEGEVILLE, Minn. – Saint John's University senior guard David Stokman (Maple Lake, Minn.) was named the MIAC Men's Basketball Athlete of the Week for the fourth time of his career on Monday, Jan. 14. - MIAC Release from Saint John's University Athletics http://bit.ly/2VVSZlQ

The 21-year-old told investigators: "He knew that was the girl he was going to take." from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2D9OexN

Lady Gaga and Glenn Close were jointly awarded best actress at the Critics Choice awards. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2VP5U9i

A sculpture featuring the flag drew complaints after being installed near New York's Ground Zero. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2QKpjV7

Researchers have discovered a simple new tweak that could double the efficiency of organic electronics. OLED-displays, plastic-based solar cells and bioelectronics are just some of the technologies that could benefit from their new discovery, which deals with 'double-doped' polymers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2HkPsuu

Music streaming service Tidal's data is under investigation in Norway over claims some of its listener numbers were inflated. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2Fw7k2M

During the formation of a black hole a bright burst of very energetic light in the form of gamma-rays is produced, these events are called gamma-ray bursts. Researchers have built the POLAR instrument to analyze gamma-ray bursts. The first results of POLAR reveal that the high energy photons coming from gamma-ray bursts are neither completely chaotic, nor completely organized, but a mixture of the two. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2ANNJYJ

Astronomers have found the first confirmed example of a double star system that has flipped its surrounding disc to a position that leaps over the orbital plane of those stars. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2ssHLYC

Using DNA origami -- DNA-based design of precise nanostructures -- scientists have been able to demonstrate the most accurate distance between densely packed antigens in order to get the strongest bond to antibodies in the immune system. The study may be of significance to the development of vaccines and immunotherapy used in cancer. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2Rqq7nj

Short-lived wild insects 'get old' -- losing some of their physical abilities -- before they die, new research shows. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2Cwa6lJ

Women whose partners are away on military deployment are at greater risk of developing mental illness during the perinatal period, according to a review article. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2FtZAis

Organic polymers can nowadays be found in solar cells, sensors, LEDs and in many other technical applications. One specific type of polymers - known as S-PPVs - were previously regarded as promising in theory but were almost impossible to produce from a technical perspective. After many years of work, a team has now managed to identify a new chemical synthesis process for the production of S-PPVs. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2FxRepu

Near the Dutch town of Winterswijk is an Eldorado for fossil lovers. A student has now analyzed pieces from museums and private collections for his master's thesis. He found an amazing amount of almost completely preserved skeletons, between 242 and 247 million years old. The good condition is presumably due to particularly favorable development conditions. These make Winterswijk a cornucopia for paleontology. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2AKmpue

Researchers have examined dust from homes in Fort McMurray, Alta., for evidence of harmful toxins left in the aftermath of the devastating 2016 wildfire. Their study reveals normal levels of contaminants that are comparable to homes across Canada, and so far, no evidence of long-term health risks from fire-ash exposure in residents' homes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2STlPSd

Nearly 20,000 future doctors will graduate from US medical school this spring, and embark on the residency training. But a new study suggests that their mental health in the crucial first year of training -- called internship -- may depend a lot on the nature of the program they enter. The year-long study of 1,276 medical interns in 54 programs finds they were more likely to suffer from depression at certain programs compared with others. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2AJITMf

Abdul Salam Maftoon's resemblance to Canada's PM Justin Trudeau could help him win a TV talent show. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2FuX5vM

The absorption of light in semiconductor crystals without inversion symmetry can generate electric currents. Researchers have now generated directed currents at terahertz (THz) frequencies, much higher than the clock rates of current electronics. They show that electronic charge transfer between neighboring atoms in the crystal lattice represents the underlying mechanism. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2QO4qs2

In adults, mesenchymal stems cells (MSCs) are primarily found in bone marrow and they play a vital role in repair of damaged organs. The transformation of a single MSC into complex tissue like cartilage and bone starts with its association with other MSCs in order to form microscopic clusters via a process termed as condensation. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2RRae8M

There is little benefit for those over 70 taking higher dose vitamin D supplements to improve their bone strength and reduce the risk of falls, new research has revealed. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2Fr3A3m

Like planets, the body's cell surfaces look smooth from a distance but hilly closer up. A new article describes implications, unknown to date, of the way data from cell surfaces are normally interpreted; i.e. as if they lacked topographic features. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2Hb4OkV

Pain and substance use interact in a vicious cycle that can ultimately worsen and maintain both chronic pain and addiction, according to new research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2QN2Czu

Researchers have developed a 'hybrid technology' which shows the advantages of both light and magnetic hard drives. Ultra-short (femtosecond) light pulses allows data to be directly written in a magnetic memory in a fast and highly energy-efficient way. This research promises to revolutionize the process of data storage in future photonic integrated circuits. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2VRMsJ1

A UC Riverside researcher is leading a team exploring how plants respond to temperature. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2QJW9FP

Native Americans condemn the president's taunts of rival Elizabeth Warren as racist. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2SUkXwq

Losses from the partial shutdown could soon add up to more than the cost of the border wall. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2RE5cN4

US and China officials held their first formal talks since both sides agreed to a trade war truce. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2SMFjb1

Rembrandt van Rijn revolutionized painting with a 3D effect using his impasto technique, where thick paint makes a masterpiece protrude from the surface. Scientists have now found out how he did it. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2srAXKP

Teaching students self-compassion can help them develop resilience and strength, asserts Kristin Neff, a psychology professor - More -  from ASCD SmartBrief http://bit.ly/2RLz2PC

Black students are less likely to drop out of school and more likely to enroll in college if they have at least one black tea - More -  from ASCD SmartBrief http://bit.ly/2HbXsOe

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Leaders in Baltimore's public schools are working to reach and engage more fathers in schools.  - More -  from ASCD SmartBrief http://bit.ly/2H9kTYt

Jeremy Singer, president of The College Board, which oversees the SAT and the Advanced Placement Program, says he plans to in - More -  from ASCD SmartBrief http://bit.ly/2RLhaEE

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Some teachers are using voice-activated devices, such as Alexa, in the classroom to boost engagement, and help students devel - More -  from ASCD SmartBrief http://bit.ly/2RMR0RM

More than 32,000 teachers and other staff members, including librarians, school nurses and counselors, in Los Angeles are on  - More -  from ASCD SmartBrief http://bit.ly/2Hcj9Oc

Several school districts in the Washington, D.C., metro area are encouraging furloughed federal workers to apply for jobs as  - More -  from ASCD SmartBrief http://bit.ly/2RPqO9g

Two years after a Connecticut high school moved its start time an hour earlier -- to 7:30 a.m.  - More -  from ASCD SmartBrief http://bit.ly/2Hb2NVT

Today's students must not only know facts but also be skilled at identifying salient information and then structuring it for  - More -  from ASCD SmartBrief http://bit.ly/2RLz2z6

Educational Leadership magazine is looking to hear from you about how you have changed your curriculum or teaching practice t - More -  from ASCD SmartBrief http://bit.ly/2HlHOQa

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Mr Trump says: "I think it's a disgrace that you even ask that question because it's a whole big fat hoax." from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2RsRYDt

Medical researchers are helping to identify the genetic factors that lead to squamous cell carcinoma. In a new article, they show how the interaction between a cell signaling pathway called MET and a gene, Tpl2, contributes to skin cancer progression. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2RR3ojC

Back pain is among the most frequently reported health problems in the world. New research examines patterns in back pain over time and identifies the patient characteristics and the extent of healthcare and medication use (including opioids) associated with different patterns. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2H9aHzb

Scientists at the University of Sheffield studying ancient DNA have created a tool allowing them to more accurately identify ancient Eurasian populations, which can be used to test an individual's similarity to ancient people who once roamed the earth. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2RR3ibK

The new Trump administration rules let employers opt out of providing free birth control. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2QLc7zp

Lady Gaga rushed from the Critics' Choice Awards to be with her dying horse Arabella. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2D9r0ru

Sea level rise puts coastal areas at the forefront of the impacts of climate change, but new research shows they face other climate-related threats as well. Scientists found that the energy of ocean waves has been growing globally, and they found a direct association between ocean warming and the increase in wave energy. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2AJRdvk

When we remember a past event, the human brain reconstructs that experience in reverse order, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2M8yVIC

Robert Lloyd Schellenberg's initial 15-year term for drug smuggling was too lenient, a court ruled. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2FxmAMJ

The US bank blames market volatility at the end of 2018 for a surprise drop in revenue. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2QNO039

Residents of the Washington area woke on Sunday to find that heavy snow had fallen overnight. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2Fu4viR

The US president has vowed to "devastate" Turkey's economy if it attacks Kurdish fighters in Syria. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2D9haGk

A scooter firm has apologised after issuing a journalist with legal threats over an article about its scooters. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2RHXpOc

Pacific Gas and Energy plans bankruptcy protection move after wildfires spark mass liabilities. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2FrcYEg

Iran says its intentions are peaceful, but the U.S. worries the planned launches are really about developing weapons — specifically, intercontinental ballistic missiles. (Image credit: AP) from Technology : NPR https://n.pr/2SOCGW1

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Canadian air traffic controllers send hundreds to US colleagues who are working without pay. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2RudhV6

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The group faces calls to pull out because of the NFL's stance on players who refuse to stand during the US national anthem. from BBC News - US & Canada https://bbc.in/2M9tglM