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Who knew the Porsche Speedster would be such a hit?
Dave Story Transportation Technology & AutomotiveOf all the different models Porsche built during the 1950s, the Speedster had to be the most charismatic — and today, it's the most desirable. It's a car with personality and pizzazz. But who in 1954 would have thought this $3,000 sports car with a 1,600 cc air-cooled motor that had no real heater and swing axles would someday sell for more than $100,000. And that's for a good driver! The really excellent ones sell in excess of $200,000.
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Failure, retention and graduation denied
Howard Margolis EducationSeveral years ago, The New York Times published an essay by Chicago high school teacher Will Okun. He was worried about Etta, a conscientious, enthusiastic, hard-working struggling reader whom he might have to fail. His blog was touching, perceptive and troubling. It continues to resonate strongly with me. It dealt with an all-too-common dilemma that affects struggling readers and their teachers.
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The feds can rescue DC’s Metro, but should they?
Ryan Clark Transportation Technology & AutomotiveThe Washington D.C. Metro transit system is in dire straits. Woefully in need of funding for maintenance and repairs, the system has been limping along, inconveniencing a city full of federal workers and contractors, who need the transport to and from work.
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Rise of ransomware: How to protect your business
Adam Ferraresi Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementThere will probably never be a clear account on how many types of threats lurk on the World Wide Web, but one thing is for sure: We have never been in more danger from cyberattacks. Though it seems internet users have learned their lessons when it comes to falling for popup ads and suspicious email, black-hat hackers have evolved as well, and they are continuously finding new ways to earn a quick buck on security-unaware people.
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As more taxes are approved, what does the future hold for sodas?
Bambi Majumdar Food & BeverageSoda is not the only reason for rising obesity figures across the U.S., but it is one of the key contributors. Thus, health experts and lobbyists see soda taxes as one way of combating this global epidemic. The soda tax debate has been going on for some time, making waves with each new development. Despite the financial and political clout the beverage industry enjoys, health practitioners and consumer rights advocates have gained significant ground in recent years.
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Trump question looms as US signs climate pact in Morocco
Andrew Gaved Waste Management & EnvironmentalIn fact, the events of the past couple of weeks have put the Brexit uncertainty in the U.K. into context. The multiple questions we might have over our future outside of the European community seem somehow less significant compared with the questions Americans must have over Donald J. Trump.
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From bilingual to multilingual: A look at California’s education…
Bambi Majumdar EducationCalifornia is once again setting new standards for language education reforms. On Nov. 8, 73 percent of the state's voters supported Proposition 58, a move that will allow public schools to develop their own bilingual and multilingual programs. Revisiting the restrictions on bilingual education that were placed nearly two decades ago, English-only instruction across the state will now be repealed.
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How to survive your first IDPA Nationals
Eric Lamberson Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityThe International Defensive Pistol Association recently conducted their 2016 IDPA National Championship at the Triple C Tactical Range in Cresson, Texas. Match Director Brian Erhler and Assistant Match Directors Phil Torres and Rick Lund did an outstanding job in spite of Mother Nature's best efforts early on.
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Senators call for investigation into insulin price spikes
Dr. Abimbola Farinde PharmaceuticalThe United States is known for paying the highest costs of prescription drugs in the world, especially when compared to nations such as Japan and Canada. The issue of increasing prescription drug prices has gained much attention over the last few years both from the general public as well as government officials who desire to change this pattern. This topic has been brought to the forefront of conversation thanks to recent examples like Daraparim and EpiPen, which observed dramatic price increases from their respective manufacturers.
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Online publications fight back against ad blockers
Cait Harrison CommunicationsFor as far back as any reader of a newspaper or magazine can remember, there has always been one constant alongside journalists' stories: advertisements. Without ad revenue, it would be difficult to keep news organizations running, or to pay to keep journalists employed there.