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US, Philippines agree to larger American military presence

The United States and the Philippines have announced plans to expand America's military presence in the Southeast Asian nation, with access to four more bases as they seek to deter China’s increasingly aggressive actions toward Taiwan and in the disputed South China Sea. The agreement was reached as Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was in the country for talks about deploying U.S. forces and weapons in more Philippine military camps. In a joint announcement Thursday by the Philippines and the U.S., the two said they had decided to accelerate the full implementation of their so-called Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement, which aims to support combined training, exercises and interoperability.

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Tea with the Taliban to coffee at Waffle House: The importance of veterans in defending American democracy

Virtually every city or town, no matter the size, has existing local programs where veterans can make a difference.

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US proposes rules to stop Americans from investing in Chinese technology with military uses

The Treasury Department has fleshed out its proposed rule that would restrict and monitor U.S. investments in China for artificial intelligence, computer chips and quantum computing. The proposed rule, released Friday, stems from President Joe Biden’s August 2023 executive order regarding the access that “countries of concern” have to American dollars that fund advanced technologies, which the U.S. government says would enhance their military, intelligence, surveillance and cyber capabilities. The order identified China, Hong Kong and Macau as countries of concern.

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‘Momentous’: Asian Americans laud Anna May Wong’s US quarter

More than 60 years after Anna May Wong became the first Asian American woman to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the pioneering actor has coined another first, quite literally. With quarters bearing her face and manicured hand set to start shipping Monday, per the U.S. Mint, Wong will be the first Asian American to grace U.S. currency. Wong was known for fighting against stereotypes foisted on her by a white Hollywood. She is one of five women being honored this year as part of the U.S. Mint's American Women Quarters program.

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The Vikings settled in North America 500 years before Christopher Colombus, study reveals

The Vikings settled in North America 500 years before Christopher Colombus, study reveals




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Buenos Aires hosts South America’s largest cannabis fair

Buenos Aires hosts South America’s largest cannabis fair




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As Wildfires Explode, Smoke Billows Across a Vast Expanse of North America

Dramatic remote sensing imagery reveals the large-scale impact of Canadian wildfires. Blazes also are raging in the United States and the Siberian Arctic.





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Loadings in Thermal Barrier Coatings of Jet Engine Turbine Blades An Experimental Research and Numerical Modeling

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JapanAmerica : points of contact, 1876-1970 /

Library - Art Library, Location - LIB, Call number - N6510 .J37 2016




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Aftermath : the fallout of war--America and the Middle East /

Library - Art Library, Location - OSIZ, Call number - FOLIO TR820.6 .A34 2016




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Intelligent Numerical Methods II: Applications to Multivariate Fractional Calculus

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Survey of American lawyers at major law firms.

Location: Law Library- KF301.S8653 2015




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Bully nation : how the American establishment creates a bullying society

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The informal American city : from taco trucks to day labor

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The road taken : the history and future of America's infrastructure

Location: Engineering Library- HE355.3.E3P48 2016




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The mechanical horse : how the bicycle reshaped American life

Location: Engineering Library- TL410.G78 2016




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Numerical models for submerged breakwaters : coastal hydrodynamics and morphodynamics

Location: Engineering Library- TC333.A36 2016




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Embassy Of The United States Of America, Paris ILE DE FRANCE France

Skip To Content You Are Using An Older Version Of Internet Explorer In Order To Get The Most Out Of Our Website You Can Get A Fr... Mark Pekala, Charg Daffaires Deputy Chief Of Mission, Paris, ILE DE FRANCE, France




  • Embassy Of The United States Of America

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ARMENIA DEPENDENT ON AMERICA FOR AID

ARMENIA DEPENDENT ON AMERICA FOR AID



  • The New York Times

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The Exaltation of Inana (English and Sumerian translation)

The Exaltation of Inana (English and Sumerian translation)



  • 4000-4999 B.C. Assyrian History

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American Airlines, Fort Worth TX United States

American Airlines Has Airline Tickets Cheap Flights Vacation Packages And American Airlines Aadvantage Bonus Mile Offers At Aaco... David Giustozzi, Managing Director, Executive Management, Fort Worth, TX, United States





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Assyrian American Chamber of Commerce

Assyrian American Chamber of Commerce



  • Assyrian Financial Network

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Assyrian Universal Alliance (AUA Americas) granted United Na...

Assyrian Universal Alliance (AUA Americas) granted United Nations Special Consultative Status



  • United Nations Information

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AUA Americas and Partners Participate in the UN Forum on Min...

AUA Americas and Partners Participate in the UN Forum on Minority Issues



  • United Nations Information

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AUA Americas and Partners Participate at the 28th Session of...

AUA Americas and Partners Participate at the 28th Session of the UN Human Rights Council, March 2015



  • United Nations Information

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Americans’ personal finances worst since the Great Recession

(The Center Square) – Half of Americans report their personal finances are “worse off” than they were a year ago, according to a new survey.




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WMX Americas closes doors after two days of super-charged debate, collaboration and deal-making

WMX Americas closed its doors after a successful two days. One clear key message from the conference was there has to be a better focus on the customer. Customer experience, customer journey and customer feedback were all key takeaways.




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The Day(s) that Turkish President Erdogan Humiliated America

The Day(s) that Turkish President Erdogan Humiliated America



  • Armenian
  • Assyrian and Hellenic Genocide News

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What Elmo — and his human friends — learned by asking Americans about their mental health

Mental and emotional health is on a par with physical health and financial security when it comes to negative impacts on overall well-being, researchers say.




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Fast, wet and furious: How the North American monsoon floods the California desert

The North American monsoon plays an important role in the climate of the Four Corners states, bringing crucial moisture to areas that would otherwise be dry.




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Opinion: Too many older Americans are getting tested for Alzheimer's

Diagnosing 'Stage One Alzheimer's Disease' based solely on biomarkers is potentially dangerous to patients.




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'It takes away from the Native Americans': Son of Redskins logo designer denounces rebranding

The Washington Redskins branding change isn’t sitting well with everyone.




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Native American organization wants to make ‘Redskins’ name great again

Left-wing activists may have fueled the movement to change the name of Washington’s NFL franchise. However, an indigenous organization known as the Native American Guardian’s Association is trying to resurrect its former moniker and make Washington’s football team the “Redskins” again. Now known as the Commanders, the team changed its name in 2020 to appease a fanatical mob of social justice warriors and white guilt apologists who claimed the name and logo were racist.




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Native American group files lawsuit against Washington Commanders over 'fake' group claims

A Native American group filed a lawsuit against the Washington Commanders after the team alleged the group, which is advocating that the team revert to its "Redskins" title, was "fake."




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America’s commitment to technological innovation is at a crossroads

One of America’s enduring strengths has been its long embrace of technological innovation. From the widespread adoption of groundbreaking technologies such as the automobile and airplane, to the invention of common household appliances such as the dishwasher and microwave, America has never lost sight of technology’s critical role in driving economic development and societal progress.




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Mourning in America

Reading a sex-advice column at a time like this might seem a little pointless. by Dan Savage Reading a sex-advice column at a time like this — to say nothing of writing a sex-advice column at a time like this — might seem a little pointless. But I’ve lived long enough to know that seemingly pointless distractions, small comforts, and guilty pleasures have the power to sustain us in bad times. Taking a moment to read (or write or illustrate) a sex-advice column — or listen to or make some music or watch or make some porn — doesn’t mean you’re complacent or complicit. (Unless you voted for him, of course, in which case you can fuck the fuck off.) Because it’s the little things — the small pleasures — that keep us sane, keep us connected, and keep us going. Anyway, sitting down to write a column this week lifted my spirits a bit. I hope reading this week’s column lifts yours. — Dan P.S. All…

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Still America on Wednesday?

Chris Rock used to do a bit about the time Ed Bradley interviewed Michael Jackson on “60 Minutes.” Rumors and lawsuits had begun to swirl around Jackson, and Bradley had to bring up the subject…



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Language is being twisted, with words turned into weapons, creating confusion as we debate what America should be

The weaponizing of words is poisoning our body politic…



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The directors of Free Solo return with a mesmerizing documentary about a daring deepwater dive

If you think you know the full story of how a soccer team became trapped in a Thai cave, a spectacle that drew the breathless attention of the world, you don't…



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Gen Heywood's photography exhibition at Gonzaga University Urban Art Center explores the potency of two American icons

It's a scary time of year, but not because of Halloween…



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Featuring pieces by 20th and 21st century composers, Spokane Symphony's next Masterworks concert is jazzy, rhythmic and uniquely American

The first time that pianist Sara Davis Buechner felt what she calls "the real spiritual power" of George Gershwin's music, she was 23 and building a reputation for virtuoso playing on the international concert circuit…



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How Spokane — and America — cranked its simmering housing mess into a raging boil

How does a cute little town like Spokane — once famous for its low cost of living — have a spike in housing prices and rental costs sharp enough to make it the star of a New York Times story about our ridiculous spike in rents and housing costs?…



  • News/Local News

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'American Idol': Viewers Are Enraged After Fan-Favorite Is Eliminated Following a Twist

On the Disney Night, the Top 10 of the current season 19 hit the stage to sing Disney classics with host Ryan Seacrest announcing Arthur Gunn, the runner-up of season 18, as the Comeback winner.




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Anthony Mackie Hasn't 'Heard Anything' About 'Captain America 4' From Marvel Studios

While words have spread that the studio is developing another Captain America movie with Malcolm Spellman as the screenwriter, Mackie reveals he first learned of the news from a stranger in a grocery store.




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Being Black In America: 'We Have A Place In This World Too'

Editor's note: NPR will be continuing this conversation about Being Black in America online and on air. As protests continue around the country against systemic racism and police brutality, black Americans describe fear, anger and a weariness about tragic killings that are becoming all too familiar. "I feel helpless. Utterly helpless," said Jason Ellington of Union, N.J. "Black people for generations have been reminding the world that we as a people matter — through protests, sit-ins, boycotts and the like. We tried to be peaceful in our attempts. But as white supremacy reminds us, their importance — their relevance — comes with a healthy dose of violence and utter disrespect for people of color like me." For more than a week, tens of thousands of people have thronged cities nationwide, staging protests. The demonstrations were triggered by the death of 46-year-old George Floyd while in police custody in Minneapolis on Memorial Day. Floyd, a black man, died while a white police officer




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2 Somali Americans Become Public School Principals In Minnesota For The 1st Time

Copyright 2020 NPR. To see more, visit SARAH MCCAMMON, HOST: The state of Minnesota is home to the largest Somali population in the United States, tens of thousands of people, many of whom were refugees from civil war. Today, we're talking with two of them who are making history. Abdirizak Abdi and Akram Osman are the first Somali public school principals in Minnesota. That's according to the Sahan Journal, which reports about immigrants in the state. They both just started on the job, which means first figuring out how to do it in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Principal Abdi, Principal Osman, thanks so much for joining us. ABDIRIZAK ABDI: Thank you very much, Sarah. AKRAM OSMAN: Thank you. MCCAMMON: Abdi, I want to start with you. You, as I understand it, never even attended K-12 schools in the United States. You came to Minnesota when you were 19 years old. Where did your interest in education come from? ABDI: I did my school in Africa, specifically in Kenya. So we lived in




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Label seeking emotional Singer-Songwriter, Folk, Americana, Alt. Country songs

Label/Publisher is seeking songs for release, publishing, sync placement opportunities, and promotion. We have a proven record of placing songs with major networks and brands such as FOX, ABC, Roxy, Forever 21, Specialized, etc.

We are specifically seeking music from artists that have a timeless sound. The overall vibe of the label is one of honest music with warm vintage emotion. We are looking for Singer-Songwriter, Folk, Americana, Indie, and Alternative Country that evokes emotion. We lean toward a more melancholy sound so please no “fun” or overly “happy” songs. At the moment we are only seeking single unreleased songs by active artists or bands. By focusing on singles we can target specific markets when promoting and seeking sync placements. This also allows us to craft the labels’ “sound” while acting as a discovery vehicle for new and emerging artists.

Please DO NOT Submit more than one song. If I like what I hear I will dig around and find more of your material or contact you for additional music.

IMPORTANT: Artists must be willing to sign the master & publishing rights to the selected song over to the label and publisher. The songwriter/writers will retain 100% of the writing credit and will receive all royalties for their share. In addition, an advance will be paid to the writer/performer for the song in an amount to be determined. The advance then becomes a recoupable expense. After the advance is recouped, all income generated by the song will be split 50/50.

Our label is distributed by our digital aggregator, The Orchard, and releases will be available on every major retailer and streaming service including iTunes, Spotify, IHeartRadio, Amazon, YouTube, Google Music, rDio, Shazam, Flipagram, etc.

- Jason Currie / Dog Bites Wolf

Deal Type: Catalog Inclusion
Decision Maker: We are the final decision maker
Deal Structure: Exclusive
Compensation: $251 - $500
Song Quality: Rough Mixes, Fully mastered, Broadcast ready
Similar Sounding Artists: First Aid Kit, William Fitzsimmons, Gregory Alan Isakov, Nikki Lane, Molly Tuttle, Father John Misty




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With A Glug Of Potion And A New Translation, 'Asterix' Aims To Conquer America

Asterix the Gaul, which kicks off the first volume of Papercutz' new Asterix reissues, doesn't feel like the genesis of an international juggernaut. Sure, the 1959 cartoon is funny: Diminutive-but-crafty Asterix and his towering sidekick Obelix are Laurel and Hardy transplanted to 50 B.C., delivering gonzo comeuppance to the Roman soldiers who hope to bring all of France under Caesar's rule. But nothing about René Goscinny's goofy narrative or Albert Uderzo's hyperactive, deliberately lowbrow drawings portend what the Asterix series became: a half-century-spanning, globally-bestselling, nation-defining phenomenon. Asterix's enduring popularity has puzzled critics for decades, even as the series has racked up sales of 380 million books, been translated into 111 languages and spawned dozens of adaptations in various media. In France, Asterix is a treasured icon, the series' worldwide success a source of national pride. "Asterix is our ego," a Frenchwoman told The New York Times in 1996.




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The Past, Present And Future Of American Beer

One hundred years on from prohibition, Americans are getting their “ claws out ,” shouting “ dilly dilly ” at major golf tournaments and slurping mimosas at brunch. In short, banning alcohol obviously didnt stick. In the face of all of the goofiness of alcohol marketing and culture, it’s tempting to classify the analysis of drinking culture as a fun diversion rather than a serious route of study. However, Theresa McCulla, the brewing historian for the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, would say that you’re missing the bigger picture , especially when it comes to beer: We feel strongly that the history of beer and brewing throughout American history serves as a lens to look at other issues. If you look at beer, you can understand stories of immigration, transportation, changes to our technology, business, as well as consumer culture and how it intertwines with advertising. McCulla joins us to discuss the history of American drinking culture, American brewing and the