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What crackdown? Trump's EPA enforcement claims don't pass sniff test.

Despite administration claims of robust environmental enforcement, a recent analysis reveals that 75% of the criminal cases closed by the EPA last fiscal year were initiated during the Obama administration. The data suggests that current enforcement efforts are largely riding the momentum of legacy investigations rather than reflecting new oversight priorities.

Apr 23, 20263 min read
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#EPA#Environmental Policy#Trump Administration#Regulatory Enforcement
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Don't lick that cold metal pole in winter—if you do, don't panic

While the classic winter dare of licking a metal pole is often played for laughs, the physics of thermal conductivity can lead to genuine tissue damage. Understanding the science of adhesion prevents unnecessary injury when skin inevitably bonds to frozen surfaces.

Apr 23, 20263 min read
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#Thermodynamics#Winter Safety#Materials Science#Physics
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Verdict: Yes, you should go see Project Hail Mary as soon as possible

Directed with scientific precision and grounded in relentless problem-solving, the adaptation of Andy Weir’s *Project Hail Mary* is a rare triumph of hard science fiction on the big screen. It is an essential cinematic experience for anyone who appreciates speculative fiction that prioritizes intellect over spectacle.

Mar 17, 20263 min readvia arstechnica.com
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NIH director launches "Scientific Freedom" lectures with non-scientist

NIH Director Monica Bertagnucci has inaugurated a new "Scientific Freedom" lecture series, sparking immediate controversy by inviting a non-scientist known for minimizing climate change and promoting the lab-leak theory. The move has drawn sharp criticism from the academic community regarding the institution's commitment to rigorous, evidence-based discourse.

Mar 17, 20263 min readvia arstechnica.com
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#NIH#Scientific Freedom#Public Health#COVID
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Nvidia is reportedly planning its own open source OpenClaw competitor

Nvidia is reportedly preparing to launch "NemoClaw," an open-source framework designed to challenge the industry-standard OpenClaw. The initiative aims to consolidate the company’s software ecosystem ahead of its highly anticipated annual developer conference.

Mar 17, 20263 min readvia arstechnica.com
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#Nvidia#NemoClaw#Open Source#GPU Computing