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The 50-Year Legacy of a Physics Theory

Wall Street Journal How an ’incomplete’ paper evolved from daring speculation to the established background for new discoveries in the quantum world https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-50-year-legacy-of-a-physics-theory-4a316d2d

All about Ramadan: What it is, fasting rules, and importance of the Islamic observance

Fox News Ramadan takes place during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is a spiritual observance that is observed by Muslims across the globe. The month includes strict fasting along with extensive praying. It concludes with the Eid al-Fitr celebration. Here is everything you need to know about Ramadan, the fasting rules and…

Walmart Selling Bonobos for $75 Million to Express, WHP

Wall Street Journal The discount retailer bought the menswear brand for $310 million in 2017. https://www.wsj.com/articles/walmart-selling-bonobos-for-75-million-to-express-whp-9749922d

US advisory panel signals support for screening investments in Chinese tech

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. US-China Economic and Security Review Commission says reviews should concern investment firms’ stakes in advanced technologies that might aid military. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3216996/us-advisory-panel-signals-support-screening-investments-chinese-tech?utm_source=rss_feed

Massachusetts House passes 9-figure tax cut package

Fox News The Massachusetts House overwhelmingly approved a $654 million tax relief package for the 2024 fiscal year Thursday. The bill, which passed on a 150-3 vote, is aimed at helping seniors, renters, businesses and wealthier homeowners while rewriting the law that sent about $3 billion back to taxpayers last year, according to Massachusetts House…

Phone Cameras vs. ‘Real’ Cameras: Which Is Right for You?

Wall Street Journal A guide to three phones with excellent cameras, plus some old-school rivals—from a DSLR to an instant camera https://www.wsj.com/articles/best-phone-cameras-vs-real-cameras-which-is-right-for-you-65afda59

Ex-Haiti senator’s driver detained in president’s slaying

Washington Post Authorities in Haiti say the driver of a former Haitian senator has been detained for questioning in the assassination of former Haitian President Jovenel Moise https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2023/04/13/driver-detained-slaying-haiti-president-jovenel-moise/367f3d3e-da41-11ed-aebd-3fd2ac4c460a_story.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=wp_world

Nebraska lawmakers resume debate on youth trans procedure ban

Fox News Nebraska lawmakers took up a second round of debate Thursday on a bill that would ban gender-affirming care for minors that has proved to be so contentious, it’s led opponents to filibuster every bill before the Nebraska Legislature for weeks. That effort has largely hamstrung the body’s work. While lawmakers have managed to…

Join the Debate: We All Have Smartphones, But Do You Need a ‘Real’ Camera, Too?

Wall Street Journal Fans of Mirrorless, point-and-shoot and instant cameras say they’re fun to use and take superlative shots. Skeptics say better cameras on phones have made anything else totally unnecessary. https://www.wsj.com/articles/join-the-debate-we-all-have-smartphones-but-do-you-need-a-real-camera-too-efcd7e71

Your Friday Briefing: An Arrest in the Documents Leak

New York Times Also, the WTA will return to China. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/13/briefing/arrest-documents-leak-asia.html