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One Word Describes Trump: Patrimonialism

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via The Atlantic:

One Word Describes Trump
by Jonathan Rauch

published on February 24, 2025

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Patrimonialism is less a form of government than a style of governing. It is not defined by institutions or rules; rather, it can infect all forms of government by replacing impersonal, formal lines of authority with personalized, informal ones. Based on individual loyalty and connections, and on rewarding friends and punishing enemies (real or perceived), it can be found not just in states but also among tribes, street gangs, and criminal organizations.

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Microsoft Says It Has Created a New State of Matter to Power Quantum Computers

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via The New York Times:

Microsoft Says It Has Created a New State of Matter to Power Quantum Computers
by Cade Metz

published on February 19, 2025

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“Microsoft’s quantum technology could leapfrog the methods under development at Google. As part of its research, the company built multiple topological qubits inside a new kind of computer chip that combines the strengths of the semiconductors that power classical computers with the superconductors that are typically used to build a quantum computer.”

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The Race-Blind College-Admissions Era Is Off to a Weird Start

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The Race-Blind College-Admissions Era Is Off to a Weird Start
by Rose Horowitch

published on February 3, 2025

“Universities have always been cagey about how they choose to admit students; the secrecy ostensibly prevents students from trying to game the process. (It also prevents embarrassment: When details have come out, usually through litigation, they have typically not been flattering.) Now, with elite-college admissions under more scrutiny than usual, they’re even more wary of saying too much.”

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McGill to cut budget by $45 million, may eliminate 500 jobs

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via The Montreal Gazette:

McGill University to cut budget by $45 million, may eliminate up to 500 jobs
by Andy Riga

published on February 10, 2025

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McGill employs 12,877 people, including 8,309 academic staff and 4,568 administrative employees, according to the university’s 2024-25 budget. Staffing accounts for almost 80 per cent of operating expenses.

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ADHD’s Sobering Life-Expectancy Numbers

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ADHD’s Sobering Life-Expectancy Numbers
by Yasmin Tayag

published on February 3, 2025

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“No one dies from ADHD itself. Rather, symptoms such as concentration issues, emotional instability, memory issues, and impulsivity can touch nearly every aspect of life. Researchers have long known that people with ADHD are more likely to engage in risky behaviors, including substance abuse, unsafe sex, gambling, criminal acts, and dangerous driving. They are at a higher risk of depression, anxiety, and suicide. Difficulties keeping up with healthy lifestyle habits, such as eating well and exercising, lead to higher rates of obesity.”

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