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• The Apotheosis of Abraham Lincoln

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  “Abraham Lincoln…has almost disappeared from human knowledge. I hear of him, I read of him in eulogies and biographies, but I fail to recognize the man I knew in life.” Union General Donn Piatt You have to give credit to those who fought to prevent Southern Independence. Post-war, they seized the narrative, stated they were going to “reeducate” Southerners and created a “Righteous Cause Myth” that...
  
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• Younger homeowners are more likely to have home insurance dropped

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  As climate change continues to worsen the severity of extreme weather and expensive property damage, home insurance companies in Florida, California, Louisiana, and other high-risk states have adopted stricter underwriting rules or are choosing to no longer sell policies in these states. Meanwhile, homeowners are left scrambling to find coverage after their policies are canceled or nonrenewed....
  
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• Why We Really Need Christmas This Year!

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Let’s face it! After this election there is a lot of tension, division and mistrust in our culture, in our communities and in our country right now. On the political front, we are so divided! More divided than I have ever witnessed in my lifetime. We negatively label each other as Democrats, Republicans, Socialists or Libertarians. We are stereotyped as liberals or conservatives or moderates. It s...
  
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• Why the largest lakes in the US are essential to the economy and environment

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  With hundreds of thousands of lakes spread across the United States, most of us aren't too far from a body of water perfect for fishing, boating, or swimming. When it comes to the largest lakes in the country, visitors from all over the world flock to the shores of these natural and human-made wonders. Covering thousands of square miles, the country's biggest lakes provide ample...
  
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• Why the AI-ification of workplaces may move slower than we think

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  For the last 1.5 years since ChatGPT launched, workers and business leaders have been singing two different tunes about the advent of generative artificial intelligence. From the C-suites, there is excitement and optimism about cost savings and improved productivity—but among the rank and file are rumblings of anxiety and fear. An ADP Research Institute survey of 35,000 workers published in June f...
  
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• Why more businesses are offering loyalty programs

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Customer loyalty is declining—but ironically, some consumers are showing brand devotion by shelling out annual fees. In the early days of retail, customer loyalty was secured the old-fashioned way: through high-quality products, reasonable prices, and brand recognition. But in 2024, consumers have a dizzying array of choices in a global, digital marketplace. Businesses eager to edge out the compet...
  
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• Where Trump Goes from Here: A Plan for Bipartisanship and Progress

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  The Fact is that Donald J, Trump is the President elect. He has the chance to be the first Republican President since George H. Bush to win the popular vote. He Finds himself in a critical position, a Republican majority in Congress although somewhat narrow, and a real opportunity to make meaningful changes for America. He has the opportunity to show the world what true leadership looks like....
  
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• We Must Destroy FEMA To Save It

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  November 11, 2024–“How will President Trump fix FEMA?” is the question people are asking right now. It’s the wrong question. The question they should be asking is “why not eliminate FEMA and be done?” Why should we bother fixing something that’s so obviously corrupt, incompetent and contrary to its stated purpose? Why not add FEMA to the kill list with the Department of Education, and about a doze...
  
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• UAH hosts Alabama Poet Laureate Ashley M. Jones for Conference on Common Read, Nov. 15

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (NOV 7, 2024) – Alabama Poet Laureate Ashley M. Jones will deliver the keynote address for the 2024 Conference on the Common Read, hosted by The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), on Friday, Nov. 15, from 7 to 9 p.m. in Morton Hall Room 145 on the UAH campus. The event is open to the public free of charge. UAH is a part of The University of Alabama System. Jones will talk...
  
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• UAH doctoral candidate awarded $150,000 NASA FINESST grant to research 3D-printed lunar concrete

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (NOV. 6, 2024) – Ledia Shehu, a doctoral student at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), has been selected to receive a NASA Future Investigators in NASA Earth and Space Science and Technology (FINESST) grant for her proposal, "Physics-Based Multiscale Constitutive Model for ISRU-Based 3D-Printed Lunar Concrete." The project seeks to develop a multiscale model...
  
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• UAB gets second win of the year

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  November 2, 2024 – BIRMINGHAM, AL – the University of Alabama Birmingham Blazers football team got its first win since the season opener in August on Saturday. UAB beat Tulsa 59 to 21. UAB Quarterback Jalen Kitna had his best game as a college quarterback. All of that obvious talent and potential finally paid off in a breakout performance that included six passing touchdowns by Kitna. Kitna had 25...
  
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• Tuberville, Wicker, and Risch call for the elimination of Hamas

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  November 8, 2024 - WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) joined U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Mississippi) and Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and 11 Senate colleagues in sending a letter to multiple federal agencies, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Department of State, regarding the elimination of Hamas. The Senators request that the agencies: 1. Immediately freeze the asse...
  
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• Tuberville is backing Rick Scott for U.S. Senate

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  November 11, 2024 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) went on Fox News to explain why he is voting for Sen. Rick Scott (R-Florida) for Senate Majority Leader. The current Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R- Kentucky) is retiring from the leadership position he has held for almost two decades. Sens. Scott, John Thune (R-South Dakota), and John Cornyn (R-Texas) are all se...
  
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• Tuberville Honors Patrick Jump of Robertsdale as November "Veteran of the Month"

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  November 4, 2024 - WASHINGTON D.C.– Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) released a video honoring USMC Corporal Patrick Jump of Robertsdale as the November "Veteran of the Month." Excerpts from Senator Tuberville's remarks can be found below: "The son of a Vietnam veteran, Patrick knew what he was getting into when he signed up for the military. He remembers watching th...
  
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• Trump Wins! Clean Up in Aisles 1-10

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  I woke up this morning to the news that Donald Trump had won the presidency yet again. I will be honest. Like I stated in a previous Robservation, I am not a “Trump can never do wrong” guy and there are many things about him that I do not necessarily like. Did I vote for him? Yes. There was absolutely no way I would ever vote for Harris. No Way!! If there had been a viable alternative out there, p...
  
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• Trump is triumphant

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  November ,6 2024 – PALM BEACH, FL – former President Donald J. Trump (R) asked the American people to put their faith in him and on election day they did. Trump crushed Vice President Kamala H. Harris (D) and the Democratic party. Trump won the popular vote and the electoral college vot. This was Trump's third presidential campaign and this one was his political masterpiece. Trump correctly i...
  
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• Track Chair Donated to Gulf State Park by USA Fraternity

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  November 8, 2024 - Thanks to a donation by the University of South Alabama's (USA) Epsilon Alpha Chapter of Kappa Alpha Order (KA), those with mobility issues will have access to an all-terrain track chair at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores. The presentation of the track chair to the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' (ADCNR) Alabama State Parks was held during the...
  
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• Town of Pike Road Veterans Appreciation Ceremony

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  The 13th annual Town of Pike Road Veterans Appreciation Ceremony was held November 3, 2024 at the Pike Road Veterans Memorial at Veterans Park. Pike Road Mayor Gordon Stone served as the emcee, and the event featured the Veterans Walk of Honor, the dedication of seven new commemorative bricks installed in the floor of the Veterans Memorial, patriotic music including the National Anthem and Taps...
  
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• Today is Veteran's Day

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Monday, November 11, 2024 is Veteran's Day. It is a federal and state holiday meaning that most federal and state government buildings are closed, banks, many schools, all courthouses, and some businesses are closed today in honor of the veterans who served this country from the Revolutionary War all the way to the present struggles in the Middle East. The United States has a long proud...
  
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• Tide Dominate in Baton Rouge

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  November 12, 2024- Tuscaloosa, AL.- The University of Alabama Crimson Tide went into Baton Rouge Saturday night and defeated the LSU Tigers in dominating fashion with a 42-13 win that saw both sides of the ball perform well. It has been an inconsistent season for the Tide, but as of late they seem to have found their identity. The team has really committed to running the ball and utilizing the...
  
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• This Is How The World Ends

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Saturday I was giving myself a well-deserved break from politics and scrolling through YouTube for something fun to watch when I happened across a video posted by Brainfrog about a week ago. The title caught my eye: “I told SKYRIM AI they’re in a Simulation. Then Offered an Escape!” Briefly, the YouTuber took an NPC (non-player character) from Skyrim (a fantasy game) to the top of the tallest moun...
  
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• The U.S. has killed 165 ISIS terrorists since August 29

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  November 5, 2024 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – all eyes, nationally and globally, are focused on the U.S. elections today. Polls, speeches, rallies, a couple of debates, gaffes, litigation, etc. has dominated the new cycle in the U.S. While everyone has been watching the political spectacle that is the 2024 election the U.S. Armed Services, the national intelligence agencies, and our allies in the Middle E...
  
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• The major COVID variants we've seen so far and which one to look out for right now

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  The COVID-19 pandemic was the third leading cause of death globally in 2020 and the second in 2021, according to a recent World Health Organization report. The almost 13 million lives lost during those years opened peoples' eyes to the way viruses can mutate or change. Words such as 'variant,' 'subvariant,' and 'strain' became part of the lexicon. All viruses,...
  
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• The do's and don'ts of engagement ring shopping

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Engagement ring shopping can be an exciting yet daunting experience. From choosing the perfect ring to navigating budget constraints, there are several factors to consider to ensure a smooth and satisfying shopping journey. To help you make the right decisions, VRAI details the top ten do's and don'ts of engagement ring shopping. Top Ten Do's and Don'ts of Engagement Ring...
  
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• The 7 healthiest Chipotle orders, ranked by a registered dietician

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Everyone knows fast food isn't the healthiest option, especially if you're watching your weight. But Chipotle stands out as a quick and healthy choice. The fast-casual chain offers a wide variety of fresh ingredients and customizable meals that make it easy to keep calories in check. Thanks to the array of protein, veggie, and grain options, there are dozens of low-calorie,...
  
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• Texas A&M disappoints Alabama Gazette panel in Week 10

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  November 8, 2024 - MONTGOMERY – Auburn returned to its losing ways on Saturday when Vanderbilt came to the plains and completely shut out the Tigers in the second half. Alabama had a bye week as they prepared for week 11’s matchup with LSU. It as Texas A&M that shocked the Alabama Gazette panel when they were dominated by Texas A&M shaking up what most of us thought about the SEC. The SEC...
  
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• Several states moved to restrict guns at polling places this year. Two succeeded

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Two more states have passed bills restricting guns at polling places since The Trace reported in March that several states were considering such measures. Colorado, which already banned openly carrying firearms at voting locations, extended its prohibition to the possession of concealed weapons. In Massachusetts, a new law bars anyone from possessing a firearm within 150 feet of a polling site....
  
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• Obituary: WWII US Army Air Corps Gunner Charles E. Lynn

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  US. Army Air Corps veteran, Charles E. Lynn, passed away November 1, 2024 at the age of 99. He served with the 381st Bombardment Group as a gunner in a turret in the bottom of a B17 Flying Fortress flying 35 missions for 28 months from England over Germany without injury. He stated, “The Lord blessed me and took me through WWII with no injury. I served my country. I would do it again.” His article...
  
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• National Space Club taps UAH Eminent Scholar Dr. Gary Zank to receive 2024 Distinguished Science Award

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (NOV. 5, 2024) – The National Space Club (NSC), Huntsville Chapter, has selected Dr. Gary Zank at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) to receive the 2024 Distinguished Science Award. Zank is the Aerojet/Rocketdyne Chair in Space Science, as well as director of the Center for Space Physics and Aeronomic Research (CSPAR). The award was presented at the 36th Annual Dr. Wern...
  
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• Most socially connected counties in Alabama

  08-11-2024 17:20 via alabamagazette.com
  
  In today's digital age, social media platforms enable people to bridge geographic distances and connect with their friends, family, and community, no matter where they are. According to a 2022 Gallup and Meta study, at least 1 in 3 people across seven countries, including the U.S., said they used social media to interact with others at least once a day in the past week. While social media...
  
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