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Two mathematicians have proved that a straightforward question — how hard is it to untie a knot? — has a complicated answer.

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Pawpaws are so complex, their common names show their range as a native, yet surprisingly tropical, fruit. As summer fades into fall, it’s prime time for pawpaws in Lancaster County and beyond. Eric ...

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NORMAL — Heartland Community College's Alpha Omega Xi chapter of Phi Theta Kappa recently welcomed 12 students into the organization's membership for the fall semester. The international two-year ...

Existing research has analyzed CBD dosages and effects ranging from 10 to 1,500 mg daily. Results vary. It’s always best to start small and increase slowly until you reach your desired effect. Your ...

Using vague criteria and a low evidentiary standard, the government exercises virtually unfettered discretion and secrecy in making its No Fly List decisions. Claiming national security, the ...