AI helps researchers read ancient scroll burned to a crisp in Vesuvius eruption
Writing on PHerc. 172 papyrus, found at Roman mansion in Herculaneum, revealed after 3D X-rays and software competition
Ian Sample Science editor
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It’s clear why Trump blames DEI for everything
Judith Levine
Everyone but the credulous media seems to understand what’s behind Trump’s attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/feb/04/trump-dei- ( Read more... )

The draining of Glacial Lake Agassiz
Between 17,000 and 21,000 years ago the last North American glacier reached its maximum depth and extent, covering all but the southeast corner of Minnesota.
by Paul Nelson
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Ken Martin elected new chair of Democratic National Committee
Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor chair to lead party still reeling from extensive losses
Joan E Greve
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Mark Kennedy at the Associated Press is reporting Karla Sofía Gascón, the Oscar-nominated trans actor and star of the movie “Emilia Pérez,” is apologizing for her old posts on social media that denigrated Islam and that called George Floyd “a drug addict and a hustler.” Via MinnPost
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‘Insanely tasty green food’: how the meaty Danes embraced a world-first plant-based plan
Agreement between farmers, politicians and environmental groups led to a €170m action fund for plant based food
By Damian Carrington
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Not the usual dog bites man story:  
Queensland man attacked by ‘massive’ kangaroo estimated to be 2m tall and weigh 100kg
Authorities say the quick actions of his neighbour helped save the man’s life after he suffered serious injuries
Sharlotte Thou
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Alicia Eler at the Star Tribune reports: “Experts in New York … may have discovered a previously unknown Vincent van Gogh portrait of a fisherman. … the painting first surfaced a few years ago at a garage sale in Minnesota and was sold to an antiques collector for less than $50.” Via MinnPost

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New documents shed light on police killing of Georgia ‘Cop City’ activist
Records obtained by Guardian give details about events leading to death of Manuel Paez Terán, shot dead in 2023
Timothy Pratt in Atlanta, Georgia
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jan/28/georgia-cop-city-killing

Oh dear!
Experts urge caution over use of Chinese AI DeepSeek
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Welcome to the 2nd reign of Herr Trump. Two teapot tempests every morning, and several more in the after.

The Star Tribune’s Eva Herscowitz reports: “Twin Cities Pride has decided to exclude Target from its annual festival and parade after the retailer’s decision to scale back diversity initiatives.” Via MinnPost

Jay Kolls at KSTP reports: “The ( Read more... )