The newly restored "Charing Cross Bridge," which once hung in the politician's drawing room, is now on display at London's Courtauld Gallery

In 2014, Jane Cook joined the second-ever training class of Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward volunteers. She was already active in the Monocacy Creek Watershed Association, but since then, she has logged more than 1,000 volunteer hours educating the public and restoring local watersheds.

Dr. Mary Catherine Santos, pediatric surgeon and professor of surgery and pediatrics at Penn State College of Medicine, is among an elite group of surgeon educators to be inducted membership into the American College of Surgeons Academy of Master Surgeon Educators in 2024.

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William Hare operated the largest pottery business in Delaware, despite not having a large, industrialized operation. Christopher Espenshade’s study of Hare’s work provides insight into Delaware’s pottery industry, 19th-century changes in pottery products, and the development of the modern city of Wilmington. William Hare: Master Potter of Wilmington, Delaware, 1839-1885 – by Christopher Espenshade   […]

he Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) announced beginning October 15, 2024, the cost of fecal analysis testing performed by the Poultry and Animal Health Section will increase to $3.00 per sample. The Poultry and Animal Health Section will begin offering livestock fecal sample analysis using the McMaster technique for relevant livestock species, and the current qualitative fecal float testing will still be performed as appropriate by species.

On November 5, 2024, the Cadence Bangalore Toastmasters Club celebrated a significant milestone by hosting its 50th meeting. Established in December 2020, the club was created to provide a supportive environment for individuals looking to improve their communication and leadership skills. Over the years, the club has evolved into a vibrant community filled with success stories of personal development and newfound confidence. A testament to the club's dedication is its achievement of the "Select Distinguished Club" status during the 2023-2024 program year. By fulfilling 7 out of 10 distinguished goals, the club highlighted its commitment to excellence—a success driven by its vibrant members' relentless focus and perseverance. The strategic insight gained from regular Toastmasters committee meetings and the influential "Moments of Truth" sessions held in 2023 and 2024 are key to this success. Our club members have consistently demonstrated strong performance in various speech contests, with notable achievements across multiple levels. In 2023, members excelled in Evaluation and Table Topics contests, reaching the district level while advancing to the Division Level in the International Speech Contest. Continuing their success into 2024, members again qualified for area-level contests, securing third-place positions in the Evaluation and Table Topics categories, highlighting the club's dedication and competitive spirit. The 50th meeting was based on the theme of serendipity. It was not only a milestone celebration but also a vibrant festival of achievements and growth. The day buzzed with energy as activities like a spirited Treasure Hunt injected enthusiasm and camaraderie among attendees. Distinguished guests, including Kripa Venkitachalam and Madhavi Rao, enriched the occasion with inspiring speeches. Madhavi reignited the club's spirit, while Kripa's discourse on the Growth Mindset and the "Power of Yet" encouraged members to pursue continuous self-improvement. The Cadence Bangalore Toastmasters Club is enthusiastic about its promising future and is committed to creating an environment that promotes personal and professional growth. Many members are close to completing their Toastmasters levels and pathways, and this term, a new group of approximately 30 individuals has joined, bringing the total membership to 52. This vibrant community is just beginning its journey and is eager to reach new milestones together through mutual support and a shared commitment to excellence. The transformations experienced by many club members are truly compelling. They often share how the club has significantly improved their communication skills and boosted their confidence. One member recalls, "Before joining, I found public speaking intimidating. Now, I embrace every opportunity to share my ideas." Another member highlights how the club's supportive environment helped him overcome his fear of public speaking, propelling his career to new heights. This culture of constructive feedback and continuous improvement has inspired countless members to pursue their dreams with renewed determination and optimism. The Cadence Bangalore Toastmasters Club's journey is a living testament to the power of community and the potential within each of us to grow and achieve greatness. As the club continues to evolve and inspire, it serves as a beacon for those aspiring to transform their skills and seize their moment in the spotlight. Learn more about life at Cadence.

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[Mastercard Foundation] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia -- Dereja, in partnership with the Ministry of Labor and Skills (MOLS) and the Mastercard Foundation, will host the 5th National Career Expo on November 6 - 7, 2024, at Millennium Hall, Addis Ababa. The event will connect over 30,000 skilled professionals to the job market.

CHIANG MAI - Police found an unregistered barking deer, a protected species, at the house of the fengshui consultant arrested for allegedly defrauding people of over 100 million baht.

He is one of the most famous composers of our time. His compositions are heard in the greatest music halls in the world and now, the chamber music studio The Symphonians, is bringing Ludovico Einaudi’s music to life in Limassol. A special concert is planned for November 20 as Pattichio Theatre welcomes an ensemble to […]

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The discovery that a small blue blob of neurons, the locus coeruleus, controls your mode of thinking suggests ways to increase learning, creativity, focus and alertness

To say that Factorio: Space Age throws out the rulebook is an understatement. It'd be more fitting to say it's somehow automated the whole process: an inserter plucked out the rulebook from my brain and deposited it in hot magma, while a new rulebook was churned out in a nearby machine and plopped into my brain from the other side - only for that to be immediately plucked out and incinerated as well. With each new planet and each new phase, Space Age reinvents itself. I'm battling hyperbole here, but ah hell, I admit defeat. Factorio: Space Age is a masterpiece, the final form of perhaps the most well-crafted building game I'll ever play.

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We’re still a week away from Blizzard’s Warcraft 30th Anniversary Direct next Wednesday the 13th of November, but art from an apparent remaster of 1995 real time strategy game Warcraft II: Tides Of Darkness has leaked online, via Xibbly user Stiven. It’s a thin one, as far as leaks go, but does show what looks to be cover, logo art, and a Battle.net icon. Thanks for the spot, Percy Coswald Gamer.

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‘Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered’ elevates a classic with breathtaking visuals, smooth performance, and a gripping narrative on PS5 and PC

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Digital connectivity has the potential to do for Africa what railroads did for Western economies in the 19th century. The digital revolution is not just about communication. It is about recognizing that information is the currency of all economic activities.

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Highlights: India's MRI systems market forecasted to grow over 13% yearly, reaching (Dollor) 950M by 2030 Indigen

Here is the first look poster of Vijay's upcoming movie Master, previously referred to as Thalapathy 64.

As Flipkart deepens its engagements across the country, it sees a positive ripple effect - more jobs being created, MSMEs scaling up, and technology driving easy access to goods and services.

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"Good Morning Priya", wished Suzanne, her colleague who had just entered the office. She was late to the office as she always was most of the days. "Good Morning Suzanne", she wished back with a smile. Priya was under a lot

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As soon as Shiv announced Nimrit as the captain, Tina lost her cool and started fighting with both of them.

Priya Sarukkai Chabria’s Sing of Life crafts a novel way to approach the Nobel Laureate’s Gitanjali

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With Wisdom on Wheels, Ashima Madan explores the various facets of truck art and tells PRIYADARSHINI PAITANDY what makes them so fascinating

The recent two-day dance festival organised by Debdhara brought an eclectic mix of Odissi and Kathak recitals on stage.

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New Breitling CEO Georges Kern comes forth on what can be expected from the maritime chronograph company

Amala Akkineni, actor and director of Annapurna College of Film and Media, on why aspiring filmmakers need formal training and how her recent acting assignments have helped her observe changes in the industry at close quarters

Sword fighting expert Christina Traister examines a variety of scenes from movies and television featuring sword fighting and applies her expert analysis. Could Darth Maul really hold off two attackers like in 'The Phantom Menace'? Was Arya's sword training in 'Game of Thrones' accurate? Did the Black Knight from 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' really only sustain a mere flesh wound? Christina Traister is an Associate Professor of Acting and Stage Combat at the University of Michigan

Maria Konnikova, Author of ‘The Biggest Bluff’ reveals how poker helped her master human behaviour at WIRED Live 2020. “Being underestimated is as good a superpower as they come because then you can get away with a lot.”

Produced by WIRED Brand Lab with Opentext | Mark J. Barrenechea, the CEO & CTO of OpenText, Bill Schaninger, Senior Partner at McKinsey, and the CIOs of the NIAID, OpenText, and the Auto Club Group talk about how they are driving innovation, implementing new technologies, and motivating and attracting the talented workforce necessary for their organizations to succeed over the next year, and into the decade beyond.