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Magnetic Marvel: UMass Amherst Chemists Stir Up Unexpected ‘Grecian Urn’ Shape in Oil-Water Mix

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Amherst, Massachusetts — A mixture of oil and water combined with magnetized particles, typically immiscible substances, has remarkably taken on a unique Grecian urn shape after being stirred, captivating a team of chemical engineers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The phenomenon, investigated by graduate student Anthony Raykh, poses intriguing new possibilities in the field of materials science. Raykh was experimenting with different materials when he noticed the unexpected transformation and began consulting faculty members to unravel the mystery. An in-depth examination revealed that minuscule magnetic beads in the mix, along with the surface tension … Read more

In the Wake of Storm Havoc: Lawsuit and Executive Order Shape Uncertain Future for Western North Carolina’s Forest Management Plan

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Asheville, NC — The future of the once-celebrated plan to manage Western North Carolina’s national forests has grown uncertain. The strategy, formulated over the last ten years to enhance the ecological integrity of the Pisgah and Nantahala national forests, is now clouded by a recent lawsuit, a presidential directive to boost timber production, and extensive damage from Hurricane Helene. Finalized in 2023, the plan was aimed at maintaining healthy forests, ecosystems, and watersheds. However, project-level actions carried out under this plan, including various logging initiatives, are now under scrutiny and subject to change. These shifts … Read more

New Haven Imposes Sweeping Changes on Tobacco and Vape Sales: New Restrictions to Shape the Future of Local Retailers

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New Haven, Connecticut — New restrictions aiming to halt the proliferation of tobacco and vape shops in New Haven were enacted this week as city officials take steps to address public health concerns. The Board of Alders approved the regulations, which were subsequently signed into law by Mayor Justin Elicker, targeting the establishment and visibility of nicotine-selling businesses. In a move to protect youth and reduce the visibility of tobacco products, the new laws create zonal restrictions that prevent new tobacco shops from being established near schools, houses of worship, parks, and other smoke shops. … Read more

Global Creative Titans Convene as NYF 2025 Executive Jury to Shape Future of Advertising

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New York, NY – The New York Festivals Advertising Awards has announced its 2025 Executive Jury, comprised of a distinguished group of creative leaders from across the globe. These influential figures will convene to appraise the most imaginative and impactful advertising works submitted for this year’s competition. The jury, celebrated for pioneering innovative campaigns, will define the standards of future advertising achievements under the stewardship of Javier Campopiano, the returning Jury President and Worldwide Chief Creative Officer at McCann Worldgroup and McCann. Campopiano, entering his second consecutive year as president, will lead an expertly selected … Read more