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I am gradually discovering that not everything that troubles me demands a reaction. I've come to realize that expending energy on reacting to every negative event drains me, obscuring the beauty of life's positives. Understanding that I may not be everyone's preference, and not everyone will treat me as I wish, is part of this journey.
I'm learning that the relentless pursuit of someone's approval is futile, leaving me empty-handed. Instead, I'm choosing not to react, not because I condone the situation, but because I'm opting for a higher path. I'm choosing to extract the lessons and become the bigger person, prioritizing my peace of mind over needless drama.
Silence often conveys more than words ever could. Reacting to upsetting situations gives others power over your emotions, but how you respond is within your control. I'm realizing that such situations reflect more about others than about myself. Perhaps these disappointments are teaching us to love ourselves, providing the armor to shield against those who attempt to belittle us.
Even if I react, it won't miraculously change others or make them love and respect me. Sometimes, it's wiser to let things be, release people without seeking closure, explanations, or understanding. Life thrives when it centers on your inner world rather than external events. By working on oneself and nurturing inner peace, we uncover the key to a joyful and fulfilling life."
Raise Your Vibration. Live from the Heart. Embrace the Present Moment. Accept What Is.
"I am attuned to my inner self, embracing self-awareness as a path to personal growth and fulfillment."
Need To Know Escaped Murderer in PennsylvaniaThe manhunt for convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante enters its eighth day today as police continue to search the area around Chester County Prison 30 miles west of Philadelphia. The 5-foot-tall, 34-year-old Brazilian has been credibly spotted four times since he escaped last Thursday, prompting school closures in two districts. Synthetic Embryos DevelopedScientists have created human embryo-like structures grown solely from stem cells capable of developing outside of the womb for more than a week, according to research published yesterday. The breakthrough, performed without the use of sperm or fertilized eggs, is expected to enable the study of the earliest stages of embryonic growth. 'Hackney Diamonds' AlbumThe Rolling Stones yesterday unveiled details of their upcoming album, "Hackney Diamonds," in a livestreamed event with late-night host Jimmy Fallon (see here), marking the band's first original studio album in 18 years. The 12-track album will be released Oct. 20 and will feature guest appearances from Lady Gaga and Stevie Wonder. Politics & World Affairs> At least 17 people killed after Russian missile strikes a market in Ukraine's eastern city of Kostiantynivka; US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits Kyiv, announces new $1B US aid package (More) > Special counsel David Weiss intends to seek grand jury indictment of Hunter Biden on gun charges this month, according to court filing (More) Prosecutors in Fulton County, Georgia, election interference case plan to call at least 150 witnesses at trial; two of the 19 defendants head to trial Oct. 23 (More) > Mexico's Supreme Court strikes down federal law criminalizing abortion, ruling nationwide criminal penalties for the procedure are unconstitutional and violate women's rights (More) | Sports, Entertainment, & Culture> NFL regular season kicks off tonight (8:20 pm ET, NBC) with the defending champs Kansas City Chiefs taking on the Detroit Lions (More) > Class-action lawsuit filed against Charter Communications, which operates Spectrum Cable, amid contract dispute with Disney that led to blackout of ABC and ESPN for Charter customers (More) Science & Technology> Paleontologists discover 150-million-year-old bird-like dinosaur fossil, one of the earliest such specimens discovered; finding raises questions about the evolutionary timeline of certain dinosaurs into birds during the Jurassic Period (More) > New study suggests the ability to remember the order in which information is received is likely unique to humans; function is considered the foundation of more complex human behaviors (More) Business & Markets> US stock markets close lower (S&P 500 -0.7%, Dow -0.6%, Nasdaq -1.1%) led by tech stocks (More) > Federal Aviation Administration approves three drone companies for beyond the visual line of sight operations, allowing firms to fly drones out of ground operator sight (More) |
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Lightning love
Most couples wish for fair weather on their wedding day, but these newlywed meteorologists couldn’t have been happier for a stormy night — see the bride and groom take photos while lightning illuminates the sky behind them.
“So much goodness out there”
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No Sperm, No Egg, No Problem
The Story
Scientists have grown a human embryo model, sans sperm and egg.
How?
With stem cells. By restructuring human cells, Israeli researchers this year were able to produce a structure that looks like a real 14-day-old embryo. That age is key since it’s the legal threshold for typical embryo research in many countries. The embryo was even able to send off enough hormones to make a pregnancy test positive. Because so little is known about this timeframe, scientists believe this study can unlock some answers.
What’s the endgame — making a full human?
No, that’s not allowed according to international law. Experts are hoping to use the study's findings to improve research about the early stages of pregnancy, in vitro fertilization (IVF), and miscarriage and infertility. So far, researchers have managed to create an embryo using this method in only 1% of cases.
The first six weeks of pregnancy mark the highest risk of miscarriage. Scientists are hopeful that using a model human embryo could lead to additional scientific breakthroughs. Critics say there are ethical concerns around studying embryos, model or not, just as some state laws say life begins at conception.
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