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The Six-Bladed 'Ninja-Bomb' Used to Take Out Key Human Targets

The Wall Street Journal 

With six knives that eject from its nose, the Hellfire R9X was designed to minimize casualties while targeting a high-profile individual. Its recent use to kill a Kataib Hezbollah leader in Baghdad drew attention to the mysterious munition.

Diversity jobs at North Carolina public universities may be at risk with upcoming board vote

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

North Carolina’s public university system could soon see its existing diversity programs and jobs drastically cut if its governing board votes as expected to repeal its current diversity policy. The old policy outlines various diversity-related jobs in the University of North Carolina system and the proposed changes remove mention of those roles, suggesting their elimination. The vote is scheduled for Thursday. Its outcome will impact all 17 schools in the system. The University of North Carolina... Читать дальше...

A comment from Trump and GOP actions in the states put contraceptive access in the 2024 spotlight

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

Republican state lawmakers across the U.S. have been knocking down efforts by Democrats to ensure access to various forms of birth control. Former President Donald Trump put contraception in the election year spotlight this week when he said he was open to restrictions on it, then backed away from that statement. The focus on contraception provides an opening for Democrats, who are seeking to capitalize on the issue as a potent driver of voter turnout in the fall — just as they did with abortion... Читать дальше...

S. Korea president announces record $19 bn plan to boost chip industry

France24.com (en) 

South Korea is home to the world's top memory chipmakers Samsung Electronics and SK hynix and last year pledged to build the world's largest chip centre using $456 billion of private investment as it seeks an edge in the global industry. "We have created a comprehensive support programme for the semiconductor industry worth 26 trillion Korean won, which encompasses financial, infrastructure, research and development, as well as support for small and medium-sized companies," he said, according to a statement from his office. Читать дальше...