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The article focuses on Margaret E. Knight, a pioneering female inventor of the 19th century, known for revolutionizing the paper bag industry with her automated bag-making machine. Topics include her legal battles to secure her patents, her innovative spirit leading to nearly 90 inventions, and her impact on women's roles in invention and engineering during her time.

The article discusses Robert Caro's long-standing dedication to print and his recent decision to release a digital edition of "The Power Broker" to mark its 50th anniversary.

The article focuses on the eclectic array of items showcased at the New York International Antiquarian Book Fair, highlighting topics such as the presence of 19th-century "poison books" containing arsenic, a collection of ephemera capturing Gilded Age social life, and quirky artifacts like faux fairy photographs and a late-1990s guest book from MTV's London studio.

The article focuses on North Korea's recent balloon provocations, which South Korea largely dismisses, while its military monitors the situation.

The American Headache Society (AHS) has published a white paper providing guidance on the treatment of posttraumatic headache in youth caused by concussion. The paper covers risk factors for prolonged recovery and offers pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic management strategies, emphasizing multidisciplinary care. The white paper aims to fill a gap in knowledge and provide evidence-based recommendations for managing posttraumatic headache in youth. Experts believe that this guidance is important for healthcare providers who may be less familiar with this condition and that it sheds light on a common issue in the youth population. The paper also highlights the importance of early identification of high-risk individuals and the initiation of personalized management plans. [Extracted from the article]

The article delves into the pervasive bureaucratization of American life, emphasizing the detrimental effects of growing bureaucracies on society, including cost, power redistribution and diminished initiative. It highlights staggering statistics on administrative costs, particularly in healthcare and discusses the broader impact of bureaucratic control on various sectors like education and workplace culture.

The article focuses on readers sharing travel hacks, including tips on packing, sleeping better in hotels, and maximizing space on planes, with examples such as finding unexpected supplies in airplane lavatories and using Scotch tape to create mementos.

The article discusses the concerning rise of colorectal cancer in younger Americans, attributing it to various factors such as genetic mutations, lifestyle changes, and potential environmental influences like gut bacteria imbalances, prompting urgent investigation into preventive measures.

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Companies are turning to the commercial paper market to reduce interest costs and prepare for potential rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. Commercial paper, which has a short maturity, allows companies to quickly benefit from falling interest rates and can serve as a cheaper alternative to bank loans. Despite volatility in the market, corporate bond sales have remained strong. Issuance in the commercial paper market has increased since the initial economic shock caused by the pandemic. Companies are finding that the savings from commercial paper programs can outweigh the fixed costs, making it an attractive option. [Extracted from the article]

The article reviews the life and legacy of Daniel Ellsberg, the renowned whistleblower who leaked the Pentagon Papers, highlighting his impact on exposing the truth about the Vietnam War, his lifelong dedication to peace activism and disarmament, and his role as a prophetic figure calling for a culture of peace.

The article discusses the similarities between China's property market issues and Japan's past economic challenges with zombie banks. It highlights the differences between the two countries, suggesting that Japan's experience may be easier compared to China's potential crisis due to significant debt and mortgage issues. The author warns that when these problems come to a head, the Chinese government may face severe challenges beyond just economic slumps. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the leak of classified U.S. intelligence documents detailing Israeli military preparations for a potential strike on Iran, providing insights into American assessments and concerns regarding the situation.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is currently hosting an exhibition titled "Mexican Prints at the Vanguard," which showcases nearly 150 works spanning 200 years of Mexico's printmaking tradition. The exhibition features a diverse range of prints, including books, posters, broadsheets, and fine art prints, many of which have never been exhibited before. The show highlights the aesthetic quality, graphic punch, and art-historical revelations of Mexican printmaking, while also exploring the country's historical events and the impact of modernism. The exhibition emphasizes the democratic street art of Mexico, which fuses art with politics, social causes, and native customs. The show aims to bring an underappreciated chapter of Mexican art history to the global stage. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the acquittal of all 28 defendants in a Panama Papers-related money-laundering case by a Panamanian judge, citing issues with evidence handling and authentication, marking a significant development after years of global fallout from the leaked documents.

The article discusses the diminishing use of carbon paper in the digital age, highlighting its previous indispensability in offices and the few remaining instances where it is still sold, while exploring its historical significance and mechanical process.

The article focuses on a rare fungal outbreak of blastomycosis at a paper mill in Michigan resulting in people falling ill and one death. Topics include the closure of the plant for deep cleaning and investigation, the endemic nature of the Blastomyces fungus in the area, and the symptoms and treatment of blastomycosis infections.

The article focuses on the viral TikTok trend involving tying pink bows on various objects, from macaroni and cheese to ice cubes, as a playful reaction to the prevalent use of bows in fashion and pop culture, reflecting a commentary on hyper-feminine aesthetics.

Companies like Pepsi, Procter & Gamble, and Diageo are working on developing paper bottles that can keep drinks fizzy and products fresh while also being recyclable. However, putting liquids in paper bottles presents challenges, such as the need for an internal plastic barrier to prevent leaking and maintaining flavors and carbonation. Despite concerns about the environmental impact of paper production and the difficulty of recycling paper-lined bottles, consumer-products companies are optimistic about the potential of paper bottles to attract consumers and reduce carbon emissions. The development of paper bottles has been a century-long journey, with companies like Paboco working on creating strong and smooth one-piece paper shells and reducing the amount of plastic used in the bottles. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the addition of a Paper House, designed by architect Shigeru Ban, to Philip Johnson's estate, highlighting its resilience and use of paper tubes in disaster relief, with the project's inspiration coming from a visit to the Glass House.

The article focuses on the arrest of a Defense Department contractor, Gokhan Gun, who was found with numerous classified documents he had illicitly obtained, including Gun's illegal retention of national defense secrets and his pattern of printing and hoarding sensitive materials.

The article focuses on a Nashville judge's pending decision on whether to release writings left by the assailant responsible for killing six people at a private Christian school, with arguments centering on public access to vital records versus concerns from families.

The article explores the phenomenon of increased and prolonged illness post-pandemic, attributing it to the combination of COVID-19 with existing viruses, the waning immunity to common illnesses, and a heightened awareness of symptoms.

The article focuses on Senator Robert Menendez's defense strategy, which suggests he may blame his wife for the bribery charges they both face, alleging she hid information from him and led him to believe nothing unlawful was happening, according to court papers unsealed on Tuesday.

The article reports that Manhattan District Attorney, Alvin Bragg deems newly disclosed papers in the U.S. former president, Donald Trump case as containing minimal value, affirming the prosecution's start on April 15, 2024.

The article discusses the alleged demise of the use of paper in light of the increase in digital technologies. Topics discussed include the rise of e-books and their impact on printed books, the worldwide consumption and production of paper, and books including "The Myth of the Paperless Office" by Richard Harper, "Parchment, Paper, Pixels: Law and the Technologies of Communication" by Peter M. Tiersma, and "On Paper: The Everything of Its Two-Thousand-Year History" by Nicholas A. Basbanes.

The article focuses on the revival of the U.S. cardboard industry due to the surge in e-commerce and the millions of cardboard shipping boxes it generates. Topics covered include the re-opening of Midwest Paper Group's paper mill in Combined Locks, Wisconsin that was shuttered in 2017, the history of the paper industry in Wisconsin, and the world's evolving use of paper.

Harvard Medical School scientist Khalid Shah is facing accusations that more than two dozen papers he co-authored contain doctored or copied scientific images. Microbiologist and science image expert Elisabeth Bik sent the accusations to research integrity officials at both institutions and the journals that published the papers. Bik used advanced image analysis tools to identify signs of image manipulation or errors in 28 papers co-authored by Shah. While some issues could be explained by honest error, there are a couple of papers that suggest an intention to mislead. The allegations have prompted calls for an institutional review. [Extracted from the article]

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School, is conducting a review of over 50 papers, including those authored by the hospital's CEO, as part of an investigation into four senior cancer researchers and administrators. The institute is seeking to retract six studies and correct 31 other papers, with some requests for retractions and corrections already sent to journals. The researchers under investigation have faculty appointments at Harvard Medical School, and this is the latest in a series of misconduct allegations involving Harvard researchers. The investigation was prompted by a data sleuth who identified irregularities in the researchers' papers, including signs of image manipulation. The institute has yet to determine whether misconduct occurred. [Extracted from the article]