Catalysts on the Cusp of Coming Apart

First in a series of profiles on the recipients of DOE’s Office of Science early career awards: Theodore Betley, a Harvard University scientist who is catalyzing transformations for chemicals and students.

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Buzzing: Zack Snyder says DC heroes are more epic, not like ‘flavor of the week Ant-Man’

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Zack Snyder says DC heroes are more epic, not like ‘flavor of the week Ant-Man’

As Zack Snyder continues to fine-tune next year’s Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, while also prepping the first of two Justice League films,…

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Red Sox: Smokeless tobacco has been banned in all Boston sports venues starting April 1; violators will face a $250 fine (ESPN)

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Chinese Citizen Held by ISIS Poses Test for Beijing

By JAVIER C. HERNÁNDEZ

Some foreign policy experts hope Fan Jinghui’s capture will prompt Beijing to consider sending military resources to the Middle East to help reclaim territory held by Islamic militants.

Published: September 11, 2015 at 12:00AM

1940: Churchill Visits East End

By INTERNATIONAL HERALD TRIBUNE

From the International Herald Tribune archives: Prime Minister Churchill pays a visit to the East End’s bombed sites in 1940.

Published: September 10, 2015 at 12:00AM

Severe weather possible across central Plains

September 10, 2015 at 09:39AM Severe weather possible across central Plains

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Buzzing: R.E.M. bashes Donald Trump for using their song as a rallying cry

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R.E.M. bashes Donald Trump for using their song as a rallying cry

R.E.M. are not fans of Donald Trump, who used the band’s song, “It’s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine)” during an anti-Iran deal…

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Guo Meimei, Chinese Internet Celebrity, Sentenced to Jail for Running Illicit Casino

By DIDI KIRSTEN TATLOW

Ms. Guo infuriated many Chinese for her conspicuous displays of wealth in online posts while she purported to work for the Red Cross. The court also sentenced Zhao Xiaolai.

Published: September 10, 2015 at 12:00AM