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From the Editor's Desk
How the cosmic microwave background proves the Big Bang
Less than a century ago, we had many different ideas for what the history of our Universe looked like, but shockingly little evidence available to decide the issue. Hypotheses included suggestions that our Universe:
That last example corresponds to what we know today as the hot Big Bang, while all the other challengers (including newer ones not mentioned here) have fallen by the wayside. Since the mid-1960s, in fact, no other explanation has held up to the observations. Why is that' That’s the inquiry of Roger Brewis, who would like some information about the following:
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Women should give up vaping if they want to get pregnant, study suggests
 Last week a report said children addicted to vaping should be given nicotine patches or gum to help them break their habit. Public Health Wales, one of the organisations that makes up NHS Wales, said vaping should be seen as a “dependency issue” rather than a deliberate act of misconduct, with young people needing support to quit.
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King Charles to Return to Public Duties, Reassuring Anxious Royal Watchers
 Charles, 75, has continued to hold meetings during his treatment, including weekly sessions with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and a video call with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada. But his absence has put a strain on other members of the family, particularly Camilla, who has stood in for him on several occasions, including a trip to Northern Ireland. Catherine’s husband, Prince William, has only recently returned to work, after taking time off to care for his wife.
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Are You Saving Enough To Be In The Top 3% Of Retirees' Here's How Much You Need
 As retirement planning is a crucial aspect of financial health, understanding where you stand compared to these benchmarks is key. If you\'re curious about how your retirement savings stack up or need strategies to boost your financial security, consulting with a financial adviser can provide personalized guidance and planning. An adviser can help you navigate your unique financial landscape, ensuring you make the most of your investments and approach retirement with confidence.
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Paramedic convicted over Elijah McClain killing sentenced to probation
The protests over McClain and Floyd also ushered in a wave of state legislation to curb the use of neck holds known as carotid restraints, which cut off circulation, and chokeholds, which cut off breathing. At least 27 states including Colorado have passed some limit on the practices. Only two had bans in place before Floyd was killed.
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The Average American 401(k) Balance Grew This Much in 2023. Is Yours Keeping Pace'
 One way to get help planning for retirement is to work with a financial advisor. Finding a financial advisor doesn\'t have to be hard. SmartAsset\'s free tool matches you with up to three vetted financial advisors who serve your area, and you can have free introductory calls with your advisor matches to decide which one you feel is right for you. If you\'re ready to find an advisor who can help you achieve your financial goals, get started now.
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Three Questions About Politics and the Campus Protests
 The students demonstrating on college campuses across the nation are a physical embodiment of the way that the Democratic base has been divided by the war in Gaza. They have drawn renewed attention to the disappointment many young and progressive voters feel about the Biden administration’s support of Israel in a conflict that has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians. (While largely peaceful, the protests have also been criticized for some demonstrators’ use of antisemitic language.)
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Boeing: Dead whistleblower warned of safety breaches
 It also drew attention to a decision made earlier in Mr Barnett\'s case, in 2020, in which the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration concluded the company had not breached whistleblower protection law.
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He Paid $13 for $13,000 Cartier Earrings, and Then the Jeweler Noticed
 The purchase initiated a monthslong tussle between Mr. Villareal, a surgery resident from the northern state of Tamaulipas, and Cartier, with hundreds of social media users following along — some cheering, others taunting — and even a Mexican senator weighing in on the dispute. But Mr. Villarreal said on Friday that he had received the earrings for the steeply discounted price and noted that he had a special person in mind to be their recipient.
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Denied a Second Chance at a Normal Senior Year
 It is a story that is playing out across the country. Millions of high schoolers had their senior years upended by Covid in 2020, being left to celebrate their momentous occasion in isolation. Four years later, many of those same students have had the traditions of their senior years foiled once again, this time in response to the Israel-Hamas war, and the attempts by universities to shut down or contain widespread protests.
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A Strike Looms in a Battleground State
 President Biden said today that he would participate in a debate with Donald Trump. His comments were a striking shift after months in which he declined to commit to a debate. Trump’s campaign responded: “OK let’s set it up!”
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Britney Spears and Her Father Settle Legal Dispute Over Conservatorship
 Alex M. Weingarten, a lawyer for Mr. Spears, said he could not discuss the terms of the settlement because they are confidential but he agreed that the parties had resolved all outstanding issues. One of the filings stated that his client “is fully and finally discharged as Former Conservator of the Estate.”
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Two dead in separate stabbings in NSW
Meanwhile, a 16-year-old boy died after a stabbing in the state’s west. Emergency services were called to a home in the small town of Narromine, about 40km west of Dubbo, at 9pm on Friday after reports of a stabbing.
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Andrew Tate's human trafficking trial can proceed, Romanian court rules
Tate, a kickboxer who has 9.1 million followers on X, has repeatedly claimed that prosecutors have no evidence against him and that there is a political conspiracy to silence him. He was previously banned from various social media platforms for expressing misogynistic views and for hate speech.
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Pro-Palestine murals in London face council review and removal
A Tower Hamlets council spokesperson said: “We remove all graffiti from council-owned buildings and property as quickly as possible. For private properties, it is the owner’s responsibility to keep their property clear of graffiti, but with their agreement we can help with removal.”
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Teaching assistants routinely cover lessons in England and Wales, survey finds
A Department for Education spokesperson said: “We have undertaken the biggest reform of training and development in a generation, and … recognise the key role teaching assistants play in supporting children and young people with SEND. We are developing practitioner standards for all frontline staff to help them identify and support the needs of these children.”
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CAA cancels counter-protest against London pro-Palestinian march
Amid talk of further clampdowns on protest, Ben Jamal, of the Palestinian Solidarity Campaign, one of the march’s organisers, said: “The right to protest is absolutely vital to the effectiveness of our democracy. Public opinion is in favour of an immediate ceasefire, but we need to push our political establishment to take heed.
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Taylor Swift equals Madonna's record of 12 UK No 1 albums
According to data by US live music analysts Pollstar, Eras had already made over $1bn in revenue by the end of 2023, and estimates that by the end of the tour in December it will gross over $2bn - comprehensively beating the previous record of $939m set by Elton John's farewell tour.
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