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Local
Scientific objectivity is a myth – cultural values and beliefs always influence science and the people who do it
(THE CONVERSATION) Even if you don't recall many facts from high school biology, you likely remember the cells required for making babies: egg and sperm. Maybe you can picture a swarm of sperm cells battling each other in a race to be the first to penetrate the egg.
For decades, scientific literature described human conception t ... (full story)
State
Trump extends his reach into Congress in ways large and small
WASHINGTON (AP) — The invitation arrived in the final days of the summer recess, President Donald Trump's political team summoning House Republican staff to an early morning meeting about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and the coming midterm elections.
"Attendance will be tracked by Team Trump — see you there!&q ... (full story)
Technology
Avoid security and other risks when texting with clients
Providing timely responses to client inquiries is a must in today’s always-on digital world.
But with more and more people expressing a desire to communicate with their attorneys via text, lawyers need to walk a delicate tightrope that keeps clients happy and confidential communications secure.
As Above the Law Senior ... (full story)