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Eco-friendly 'LionGlass' developed at Penn State to be showcased at Nov. 8 event

A new type of eco-friendly glass developed by researchers at Penn State offers higher crack resistance, potentially allowing for thinner, lighter and more sustainable products. “LionGlass” will be the subject of PSAA Presents: EMS Showcase, an event on Nov. 8 hosted by the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences in partnership with the Penn State Alumni Association.




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Brandywine community shows its Penn State pride at Homecoming

The Brandywine community showed its Penn State pride at the campus' annual Homecoming & Family Day on Oct. 26. The day featured carnival games, an alumni reception, face painting, a petting zoo and more.




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Teachers Should Design Student Assessments. But First They Need to Learn How

"When the day came to administer the first test I had designed," writes Brandon Lewis, "my heart sank."




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Biology and Ecology Student Research Showcase winners announced

The Biology and Ecology Student Research Showcase, hosted by the Biology Graduate Student Association and Ecology Graduate Student Organization on Nov. 1, featured poster and podium presentations from nearly 30 graduate and undergraduate students.




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Holiday craft show at Penn State Wilkes-Barre to be held Nov. 3

Penn State Wilkes-Barre will host a popular community craft show coordinated by Arts at Hayfield on Nov. 3.




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School of Music presents Opera Workshop Performance, 'Seasons of Love,' Dec. 10

Penn State School of Music announces the inaugural performance of its Opera Workshop, led by new faculty members Dawn Pierce and Parker Konkle. The performance, titled "Seasons of Love," will take place on Dec. 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the School of Music’s Recital Hall. This unique presentation will explore a range of lyric repertoire, offering an avant-garde experience that merges music, movement, and storytelling. 




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Woskob Family Gallery to host immersive rope-braiding workshop

The Woskob Family Gallery will host “Hands-on History: The Experience of Braiding a Lost Inca Rope” from Nov. 15-17, where participants will learn ancient braiding techniques and contribute to the reconstruction of a centuries-old Incan rope. The workshop will be open to the public each day from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and participants are encouraged to dedicate at least one hour to the workshop.




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Sharing in parks and shoe stores

Sharing about Christ isn’t bound to a location, experienced OM team members in Buenos Aires, Argentina, recently.




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News24 Business | Malls, retail spaces hammered by Covid-19, but online shopping gives warehouses a boost

Of the three commercial property segments, the industrial market is the strongest performer in terms of activity, an FNB Commercial Property Broker Survey found.




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News24 Business | Mall's well that ends well: Shopping centres starting to fill up again – FNB study

The number of "ghost town" malls that were ubiquitous throughout South Africa in the past two years is declining as the demand for retail space strengthens.




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News24 Business | Should you rent or buy a home right now? Experts weigh in

While interest rates have been seen painful hikes, they remain below pandemic levels, and property demand looks in relatively good shape. But one property expert warned against buying a home now.




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News24 Business | Exec pay: Shoprite forced to engage unhappy shareholders

Investors holding more than a quarter of Shoprite shares opposed its executive pay, requiring SA's largest retailer to address dissenting shareholders' concerns.




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Lucy Calkins, Creator of Reading Workshop, Responds to 'Phonics-Centric People'

One of the giants of the literacy world is grappling with the recent push for the "science of reading"—and responding to critics who say her early reading program doesn't align to evidence-based practice.




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Reading Workshop 'Unlikely to Lead to Literacy Success,' Researchers Say

A new report from Student Achievement Partners claims that the popular reading program from literacy giant Lucy Calkins doesn't align to evidence-based practice. The review is the first in a new series that will evaluate reading programs against the scientific research base.




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News24 Business | PODCAST | SA Money Report: The oil mother lode and the battle off SA's shores

This week, SA Money Report drills down into the 'game changing' oil find off the coast of Namibia, and how this factors into the recent court battles over seismic blasting on the SA West Coast.




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News24 Business | Discovery data shows over R3.2 billion paid for cancer treatment in 2023

Discovery Health Medical Scheme's (DHMS) 2023 cancer claims payouts were almost 19% higher than the previous year though the scheme says screening rates in South Africa have mostly returned to pre-pandemic levels.




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News24 Business | Nick Hedley | Energy transition stats show SA is now way behind the rest of the world

The pace of the energy transition has accelerated exponentially in recent years and South Africa has failed to keep pace. But there is hope with legislative changes paving the way for a more competitive electricity market, says Nick Hedley.




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Cognitive decline and loneliness linked in older adults over short time periods

Loneliness and cognitive performance were related in the short term for older adults, according to a new study from researchers in the Penn State College of Health and Human Development.




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Serving God through coffee shops and carpentry

Jose, an Argentinian worker serving in Southeast Asia, tells of how he entered overseas service and what he has seen God do through his not-so-typical ministry.




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Active Shooter Drills in Schools: Harmful or Helpful? The Debate Rages On

The National Education Association, the American Federation of Teachers, and Everytown for Gun Safety are recommending in a new report that schools stop using active shooter drills that are either unannounced or simulate gun violence.




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We Should Be Concerned About the Mental Health of Principals

All principals are dealing with COVID-19, and some are dealing with wildfires or hurricanes at the same time. Those issues, on top of increasing job demands, are pushing principals to the breaking point. We need to do something about that.




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Teaching in the U.S. Should Be More 'Intellectually Attractive,' Global Expert Says

A panel of experts—including a national teacher's union president and an official from the Department of Education—discussed how to make teaching a more attractive profession.




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What Should Teachers Need to Do to Transfer Their License to a New State?

Just 16 states require incoming teachers to provide evidence of successful prior job performance, a National Council on Teacher Quality analysis found.




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Downtown Development District Program Successes Showcased in 2023 Annual Report and Story Map

The Downtown Development Districts Rebate Program (DDD), administered by the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA), is proud to release its Fiscal Year 2023 (FY2023) Annual Report and Story Map.   During FY2023, 63 development projects – 13 large and 50 small projects — were completed, receiving $10.9 million in state funds and leveraging $170 million […]



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11 Killed In Military Air Strike On Teashop In Myanmar

Eleven people were killed when a teashop in Myanmar was hit by a military airstrike in the town of Naungcho in the northern Shan state on Tuesday afternoon, a spokesperson for a local ethnic armed group said.




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Explained: What The Latest Science Shows Us About Climate Change

This year's UN climate summit - COP29 - is being held during yet another record-breaking year of higher global temperatures, adding pressure to negotiations aimed at curbing climate change.




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CBSE To Conduct Workshop On Effective Collaboration In Parenting And Education

The workshops will equip school leaders with necessary skills to assist parents in guiding their children's academic, social, and emotional growth.




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Video Shows Masked Man In New York Attempting To Snatch Child From Father's Arms

The chilling video shows a masked individual crossing the street and approaching a father walking hand-in-hand with two children.




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Oppo Reno 13 Series India Launch Timeline Leaked; Reno 13's Alleged Render Shows iPhone-Style Design

Oppo is said to be working on the Reno 13 series. While the brand is yet to announce the China launch date, a report has surfaced online suggesting the India launch timeline of the Oppo Reno 13 series. The new lineup is expected to come with at least two offerings, namely the Oppo Reno 13 and the Reno 13 Pro. Additionally, an alleged render of the Oppo Reno 13 has leaked on Weibo showcasing an iPhone-style rear design.




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Xiaomi Shows Off HyperConnect Feature for Easy File Sharing With iPhone and Other Apple Devices

Xiaomi announced the the latest operating system (OS) for its devices dubbed HyperOS 2.0 last month. A company official has now previewed another new feature which improves compatibility of Xiaomi smartphones with Apple devices such as the iPhone, enabling the user to share files easily across ecosystems.




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The Great Indian Kapil Show: Sudha Murty On Narayana Murthy Forgetting Their 25th Anniversary: "I Felt Bad"

Sudha Murty and Narayana Murthy appeared on the latest episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show  




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The Great Indian Kapil Show: Navjot Singh Sidhu Comes Back 5 Years After Exit, Check Out Archana Puran Singh's Reaction

The Great Indian Kapil Show episode featuring Navjot Singh Sidhu will premiere on Netflix on Saturday, November 16 




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When Ajay Devgn Rescued Aamir Khan From Chimpanzee Attack On Ishq Shoot: "He Was Spraying Water, Started Running Around"

The actors recalled an incident when Aamir Khan was attacked by a chimpanzee during the shoot of the movie and Ajay saved him




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Dhadak 2: Triptii Dimri, Siddhant Chaturvedi Start Shooting For Sequel To 2018 Film. See Viral Pics

The first movie released in 2018 and featured Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter in the lead roles




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Shekhar Kapur Confirms Masoom 2 Shoot To Begin In 2025. Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah To Feature In The Film

"The script is ready, and I will start shooting from February-March. I was traveling from Dubai to Delhi, and I realized I had left the Masoom 2 script on the plane seat," said Shekhar Kapur




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Insurance Commissioner Navarro, Lt. Governor Hall-Long to Host Dover COVID Vaccine and Flu Shot Clinic

Local independent pharmacy to administer important immunizations Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro, in collaboration with Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long and Kevin Musto, R.Ph., FAPhA, independent pharmacist with Atlantic Apothecary, has announced a COVID Vaccination and Flu Shot Clinic on Thursday, November 18 from 1:00 to 4:00PM at the Delaware Department of Insurance’s Dover Office, 1351 West […]




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Department of Insurance 2021 Data Shows over $21M in Consumer Savings

Successes in serving residents continue The Delaware Department of Insurance (DOI) today published performance and productivity data for 2021. While the pandemic necessitated continued operational adjustments, staff continued to focus efforts on consumer services and saw great success. The department also released an infographic of key statistics. “Year after year, our DOI team delivers for […]




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What Is Ozempic? Is It Safe For Weight Loss? Here's Why You Should Be Informed Before Using It

If you're considering Ozempic for weight loss, it's essential to understand it and weigh the pros and cons.




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Viral Video Shows Biryani-Flavoured Ice Cream At Dubai Mall, Internet Disapproves

A video showing a person trying bizarre savoury ice cream flavours, including biryani, ketchup, chips, etc, has received a lot of interest on Instagram.




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Watch: Bhagyashree Shows How To Make Creamy, Protein-Packed Hummus At Home

In her latest post, Bhagyashree unveiled her favourite protein-packed snack, a creamy hummus that works perfectly as a butter substitute in sandwiches.




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Watch: This Shop In Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk Serves Nagoris With A "Shot" Twist

The video of Nagori shots has amassed almost 9 lakh views.




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"Misreported Figures": Zomato Shows Meerut Delivery Boy's Actual Earnings On Diwali

The Zomato delivery boy shared a video on the day of Diwali showing his low income of Rs. 300.




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Viral Video Shows German Woman Making Boondi For Laddoo, Internet Reacts

In the viral video, Jennifer also mentioned that "Cooking outside gives a totally different comfort and feeling. Just took me back to India."




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What Are Pecans And Why Should You Be Eating Them? Here's Everything You Need To Know

Pecans are not just a treat for your taste buds - they're also packed with health benefits.




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It's The Custard Apple Season! 10 Reasons Why You Should Stock Up On This Healthy and Tasty Fruit

Love the custard apple's taste? We give you more reasons to get them home all the while they are in season.




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"Jai and Veeru": Zomato's Special Shout-Out To Swiggy After IPO Listing Wins Hearts

In 2021, Zomato shared a similar creative on social media after it went public.




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Delaware Tourism Office launches new incubator and workshop program for industry

DOVER, DE – The Delaware Tourism Office is launching the Destination Development Program, an incubator and workshop training program for the state’s tourism industry. To assist small businesses and nonprofit organizations that have limited time, staff and resources, this program will provide resources to empower small business owners and non-profit organizations to develop and promote […]




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Department of State Announces Ownership Transfer of the Kirk and Short Building to the Biggs Museum of American Art

DOVER, DE— Secretary of State Jeffrey Bullock announced today that the Department of State has transferred ownership of the Kirk and Short Building located at 15 and 21 The Green, Dover, Delaware to the Biggs Museum of the American Art. “We are excited about this move because it’s a much better use of the property […]



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