| Fairfax Accuser Hires Firm that Represented Christine Blasey Ford Posted: 05 Feb 2019 09:46 AM PST  The unnamed California woman who accused Virginia lieutenant governor Justin Fairfax of sexual assault has retained the same law firm that represented Christine Blasey Ford when she publicly accused then-Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of attempted sexual assault. The woman recently hired the Washington, D.C.-based firm of Katz Marshall & Banks and is currently discussing with her attorneys how best to proceed after publishing her account of the assault on the right-wing website Big League Politics Sunday night, NPR reported Tuesday. The woman, who has chosen to remain anonymous, accused a politician fitting Fairfax's description of assaulting her in a Boston hotel room at the 2004 Democratic National Convention.
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| Bruce McArthur: Serial killer who shaved victims' heads and kept hair in sealed bag was in middle of murder when police knocked, court hears Posted: 05 Feb 2019 02:41 AM PST  A serial killer who has admitted eight murders was in the middle of another killing when police knocked on his door, a court has heard. Bruce McArthur, who killed eight gay men over seven years, had taken another intended victim back to his apartment in Toronto, Canada. When they arrived, they found McArthur had chained the man – identified in court only as John – to a four-poster bed and placed a black bag over his head.
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| US calls for repatriation of foreign fighters held in Syria Posted: 04 Feb 2019 11:17 AM PST ![US calls for repatriation of foreign fighters held in Syria]( "US calls for repatriation of foreign fighters held in Syria") BEIRUT (AP) — The United States on Monday called on other nations to repatriate and prosecute their citizens who traveled to Syria to fight with the Islamic State group and who are now being held by Washington's local partners.
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| Mom to man annoyed with toddler on flight: 'The problem wasn't with us, it was with you' Posted: 05 Feb 2019 09:59 AM PST  Having a crying child on your flight might seem like a nuisance, but one mom made sure to let everyone know it's even more nerve-wracking for parents.
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| How to Pay Less to Use an Airport Lounge Posted: 05 Feb 2019 01:48 PM PST  If you're traveling by plane this spring, you could find the airports crowded with college kids on spring break. That might be enough to send you looking for a quiet zone while you wait to board ...
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| U.S. judge sets Manafort sentencing date in Washington case Posted: 04 Feb 2019 03:22 PM PST  U.S. President Donald Trump's former campaign chairman Paul Manafort will be sentenced on March 13 for attempted witness tampering and conspiring against the United States, according to a court filing on Monday. Judge Amy Berman Jackson, the federal judge presiding over Manafort's case in Washington, had previously tentatively scheduled the sentencing hearing for March 5. Manafort pleaded guilty last year to conspiracy against the United States and began cooperating with prosecutors working on U.S. Special Counsel Robert Mueller's probe into Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election and possible links between the Trump campaign and Moscow.
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| AP Explains: Cucuta, Colombia _ The gateway into Venezuela Posted: 04 Feb 2019 01:23 PM PST  CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido is moving ahead with plans to try to bring in humanitarian aid through the Colombian border city of Cucuta, where the U.S. government will transport and store food and medical supplies destined for Venezuela.
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| Idaho nurse expected to plead guilty in connection missing Colorado mom case Posted: 04 Feb 2019 08:36 AM PST  Krystal Lee, 32, is set to appear at a Colorado court on Friday for allegedly attempting to get rid of Kelsey Berreth's cell phone.
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| Iraqi president says Trump did not ask permission to 'watch Iran' Posted: 04 Feb 2019 09:25 AM PST  U.S. troops in Iraq are there as part of an agreement between the two countries with a specific mission of combating terrorism, Salih said, and that they should stick to that. Trump said it was important to keep a U.S. military presence in Iraq so that Washington can keep a close eye on Iran "because Iran is a real problem," according to a CBS interview broadcast on Sunday. "Don't overburden Iraq with your own issues," Salih said.
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| Global warming predicted to melt massive Himalayan glaciers, disrupt food production Posted: 04 Feb 2019 02:26 PM PST  In fact, a whopping two-thirds of Himalayan glaciers could melt by 2100 if global warming continues, according to a new report.
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| Photos of the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition Posted: 04 Feb 2019 10:55 PM PST |
| Overwhelming majority of Americans believe U.S. should remain in controversial arms accord Posted: 05 Feb 2019 02:00 AM PST  Two-thirds of respondents oppose abandoning the Intermediate-range Nuclear Forces Treaty, and favor pursuing diplomacy to resolve the dispute over Russia's compliance with the 1987 arms accord, according to a survey conducted by the Program for Public Consultation at the University of Maryland and the university's Center for International and Security Studies.
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| 5 killed after Calif. plane crash sparks house fires; residents were hosting Super Bowl party Posted: 04 Feb 2019 08:16 AM PST  Five people were killed and two others were burned Sunday afternoon after a small plane crashed in a Yorba Linda neighborhood, authorities said.
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| 10 Things We Desperately Want from MoMA Design Store’s New Catalog Posted: 05 Feb 2019 12:44 PM PST |
| Yes, Ralph Northam should go. But where were the calls for Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith to resign? Posted: 05 Feb 2019 01:06 PM PST  A win is a win in politics. But racism is racism. That means some election wins, and some jobs desperately held onto, are immoral victories.
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| Turkmenistan Airlines ban strands hundreds in Britain Posted: 05 Feb 2019 09:18 AM PST  Hundreds of passengers were left stranded in Britain on Tuesday after European aviation authorities suspended Turkmenistan Airlines over safety concerns. The isolated central Asian republic's flag carrier provides services from London and Birmingham to the Indian city of Amritsar which is popular with Britain's Punjabi community. Britain's Civil Aviation Authority cited a notice from its European counterpart announcing the suspension of flights on Monday.
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| In east Syria, civilians escape IS but not death Posted: 05 Feb 2019 01:19 PM PST  Umra Abbas Ammour, 60, dreamt of safety as she and her family fled jihadists in eastern Syria, but hours after reaching US-backed forces her son, daughter and granddaughter were all dead. "We try to escape death then, when we go out, we find death in front of us," said Ammour, who hails from the Iraqi province of Anbar. Ammour is just one of several to say they were hit while attempting to flee into areas controlled by the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces.
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| Dyson’s most powerful vacuum is down to its lowest price of 2019, today only Posted: 05 Feb 2019 10:47 AM PST ![Dyson's most powerful vacuum is down to its lowest price of 2019, today only]( "Dyson's most powerful vacuum is down to its lowest price of 2019, today only") Dyson's cordless stick vacuums obviously get the most attention since they offer outstanding performance and power with a lightweight, portable design. But if you want real power and suction to clean up serious messes, you need a power cord. The Dyson Ball Animal Upright Vacuum is Dyson's most powerful vacuum model, and it's on sale right now on Amazon for just $189.99 if you pick up a refurb. This is a one-day only deal though, so you'll have to be quick if you want to get in on the action. Here's what you need to know from the product page: * This Certified Refurbished product is manufacturer refurbished, shows limited or no wear, includes all original accessories, and a 6 month Dyson limited warranty against original defects in materials & workmanship; warranty covers private household use in accordance with the owner's manual * Ball technology. Steers easily into difficult places * Self-adjusting cleaner head for all floor types; can perform on carpet and hard floor as well as creviced hard floor * Tools included: Tangle Free Turbine Tool for removing pet hair from furniture, multi-angle tool, stair tool, and combination tool * Bagless with HEPA filtration * Instant release wand for high reach cleaning * Weight 17.56 lbs. ;Suction Power 245 AW; Bin Volume 0.55 gallons; Cord Length 35 ft. ;Maximum Reach 51.7 ft.
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| Trump inaugural committee suspected of conspiracy to defraud the United States, wire fraud and money laundering, subpoena indicates Posted: 05 Feb 2019 01:24 AM PST  Donald Trump's inaugural committee has received a subpoena for documents from prosecutors, who are reportedly probing the group for crimes including conspiracy to defraud the US, mail fraud, false statements and money laundering. "We have just received a subpoena for documents. While we are still reviewing the subpoena, it is our intention to cooperate with the inquiry," a spokesperson for the committee said in a statement.
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| U.S. authorities probe California plane crash that killed 5 Posted: 04 Feb 2019 06:01 PM PST ![U.S. authorities probe California plane crash that killed 5]( "U.S. authorities probe California plane crash that killed 5") U.S. authorities on Monday sought to determine what caused a small plane to plummet shortly after take off, break apart and destroy a house in Yorba Linda, California, killing five people including the pilot. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) gathered wreckage from Sunday's crash, which left pieces of the aircraft spread across a four-block area, as questions surrounded the pilot of the aircraft. The pilot was Antonio Pastini, 75, a resident of Gardnerville, Nevada, who was a retired Chicago police officer, Orange County Sheriff's Department Lieutenant Cory Martino said at a news conference.
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| MS-13 Gang Member Charged With Murder in Connection to Viral Subway Platform Shooting Posted: 05 Feb 2019 09:19 AM PST  Police arrested 26-year-old Ramiro Gutierrez, a known MS-13 gang member, for the fatal shooting
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| Southwest plane turns around after cabin pressure issue causes passenger's ears to bleed Posted: 04 Feb 2019 09:38 AM PST  A Southwest flight needed to turn around after the plane experienced a pressurization issue so severe it caused one passenger's ears to bleed.
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| 10 Things to Know for Today Posted: 04 Feb 2019 05:50 AM PST  Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:
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| Venezuela: nearly two weeks of turmoil Posted: 04 Feb 2019 05:46 AM PST  Opposition chief Juan Guaido's claim nearly two weeks ago to be acting president plunged crisis-hit Venezuela into new turmoil, with a series of countries recognizing him as leader while others continue to back President Nicolas Maduro. On January 23, at a rally in Caracas of tens of thousands of people demanding that Maduro quit, Guaido -- head of the opposition-controlled National Assembly -- declares to cheering supporters that he assumes the role of acting president. Condemning Maduro's "usurpation" of power, he pledges to form a transitional government and hold free elections.
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| Tonight's dinner: Onion tarte tatin Posted: 03 Feb 2019 10:00 PM PST  Some ingredients are the cornerstone of everything you cook. Those few things you always have knocking about, which you can make dinner from in minutes. For me, they are pasta, garlic and onions. If I go to the cupboard and find any of them missing or even slightly low in stock I feel a bit panicky. Because when the fridge is bare and even the thought of going to the corner shop seems out of the question, the three of them alone will give you the most satisfying bowl of food. The other thing I love about that dish is that it puts onions (so often the base of what we cook rather than the star) front and centre. They punch above their weight, onions. All they need is a little salt, fat and acid and they are just one of the most deliciously sweet and savoury things you can eat. This tart makes great use of a couple of onions, a slosh of vinegar, and a bit of shop bought pastry. It looks impressive but it couldn't be simpler. Serve it with some crumbly goats cheese, good bread and a mustardy salad. SERVES 5 INGREDIENTS 2 large or 4 small onions 100g butter Olive oil 1 tbsp rosemary 50ml balsamic vinegar 50ml sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar 1 tbsp caster sugar 320g pre rolled puff pastry (roughly cut into a circle) Serve with goats cheese and mustardy salad Credit: Eleanor Steafel METHOD Preheat the oven to 200C/gas 6. Slice each onion in half from root to tip and peel off the skin. Cut each half into three wedges and trim off the root. Melt the butter in a heavy frying pan (the kind that can go in the oven) over a medium heat along with a glug of olive oil. Add the onions and a pinch of salt and fry for ten minutes, turning each wedge carefully every now and again. Arrange the onion wedges so that they fill the pan in a rough spiral. Add the rosemary and put the pan in the oven. Cook for another ten minutes so the onions get really soft and start to brown. Take the pan out of the oven and sprinkle over the sugar, and then the vinegar. Let it bubble up and shake the pan a little to coat the onions in the sugar and vinegar. Cook for about three minutes so the vinegar can reduce a bit. Take the pastry and lay it over the pan, tucking in the edges. Don't worry about getting it neat as it'll puff up around the onions. Put the pan in the oven and leave for about 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffy. Leave to cool and set a little in the pan for about five minutes, then run a knife around the edge of the pan and flip the tart out onto a large plate. Serve with crumbly goats cheese and a mustardy salad.
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| Trump to choose Treasury's Malpass to lead World Bank: sources Posted: 04 Feb 2019 08:34 PM PST  The nomination of Malpass would put a Trump loyalist and a skeptic of multilateral institutions in line to lead the World Bank, which committed nearly $64 billion to developing countries in the year ended June 30, 2018. Politico, which first reported the decision, said it would be announced on Wednesday, citing unidentified administration officials. Spokespersons for the White House and the U.S. Treasury declined comment.
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| Arizona nurse pleads not guilty to raping disabled woman who gave birth Posted: 05 Feb 2019 01:34 PM PST  An Arizona nurse pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to raping a severely disabled woman in a crime that only came to light when the victim unexpectedly gave birth in the long-term care facility where she had been a patient for about two decades. Nathan Sutherland, 36, wearing an orange jumpsuit and shackled at the wrists and legs, entered his plea during a brief arraignment at the Maricopa County Superior Court. Sutherland, a licensed practical nurse who began working at Hacienda HealthCare Skilled Nursing Facility in Phoenix in 2012, has been charged with one count each of sexual assault and abuse of a vulnerable adult.
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| 2,000 migrants are being housed in a warehouse in Mexico across the border from Eagle Pass, Texas Posted: 05 Feb 2019 11:38 AM PST  Caravan of Central American migrants has arrived at the Mexican border city of Piedras Negras; Griff Jenkins reports.
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| Dispute between Sears and Eddie Lampert's hedge fund could jeopardize bid to save retailer Posted: 04 Feb 2019 08:00 PM PST  Sears and ESL are discussing the issue as a judge continues a hearing to rule on whether Sears chairman Lampert should be allowed to buy the company.
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| Body visible in wreckage of plane carrying soccer player Posted: 04 Feb 2019 01:25 PM PST  LONDON (AP) — One body is visible in the seabed wreckage of a plane that went missing carrying Argentine soccer player Emiliano Sala and his pilot two weeks ago over the English Channel.
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| Trump comments spark Iraqi demands for US exit Posted: 04 Feb 2019 01:52 AM PST  Iraqi politicians on Monday hit back at Donald Trump after the US president said he plans to keep American forces in the country to spy on Iran. In an interview with CBS television, Trump reaffirmed his determination to pull the United States out of "endless wars" in Syria and Afghanistan but said American troops would stay on in Iraq, partly "to be looking a little bit at Iran". "The Iraqi constitution rejects the use of Iraq as a base for hitting or attacking a neighbouring country," President Barham Saleh said.
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| Transcript: Venezuela’s Guaido Interviewed by Bloomberg News Posted: 03 Feb 2019 11:31 PM PST  The opposition chief has declared himself president, calling on Nicolas Maduro to step down, raising new doubts about the South American country's commitment to paying back billions of dollars of Chinese loans. BLOOMBERG: China has invested extensively in Venezuela and is a substantial trading partner. What do you think a mutually beneficial relationship looks like in future?
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| Zoo lets you name a snake after an ex, just in time for Valentine's Day Posted: 05 Feb 2019 01:25 AM PST  You might already describe an ex as a snake. So why not name a reptile after them? An Australian zoo has launched a competition where you can do just that, allowing for a brown snake named after your former lover as its top prize. SEE ALSO: Welp, someone basically made that 'Black Mirror' dating app The competition run by Wild Life Sydney requires entrants to explain why their ex deserves it, and also donate to its conservation fund, which aims to help Australian native wildlife by funding research and educational programs. The zoo's general manager, Mark Connolly, said in a statement that the competition could give "someone unlucky in love ... something else to celebrate on Valentine's Day this year." If you win, not only do you have a snake named after your ex, you get a zoo annual pass to visit the snake. The winner will be announced on Valentine's Day. > View this post on Instagram > > Name a snake after your ex this Valentine's Day! Is your ex a snake? If so, now is your opportunity to cement their 'snaky status' by naming a brown snake (one of the world's most venomous snakes) after them at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo! To enter, simply head to the link in our bio and tell us why your ex deserves to have a snake named after them along with a $1 donation to the @wildlifeconservationfund Competition entries close 13 Feb 2019 #wildlifesydneyzoo #snake #valentinesday #vday #snakystatus #competition #seeaustralia #darlingharbour > > A post shared by WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo (@wildlifesydneyzoo) on Feb 3, 2019 at 1:13pm PST Of course, this idea of naming exes after reptiles and insects has been around before. The San Francisco Zoo launched a program back in 2015 for people to name a whole suite of creepy crawlies (including a scorpion and a cockroach) after jilted lovers, while the Bronx Zoo did the same with its Name-A-Roach program. ## WATCH: An extremely rare two-headed snake was found in a yard in Virginia
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| Creamy haddock and potato bake Posted: 04 Feb 2019 07:42 AM PST  You will need six 200ml ramekins or one large overproof dish. SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS 12 small salad potatoes 480g undyed smoked haddock fillet, cut into bite-sized chunks 3 tbsp chopped chives 200ml whole milk 4 egg yolks 300ml double cream 3 tbsp aged Parmesan, grated METHOD Cook the potatoes in boiling water until tender, then drain, cool and slice into rounds. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas mark 6. Divide the haddock among the ramekins or place in the large dish, followed by the chives. Build a layer of potato slices on top. Heat the milk, removing it from the hob before it boils. Add the egg yolks, then whisk in the cream and season to taste. Sieve the mixture then pour over the haddock pots or dish until quite full. Scatter over a little cheese and bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, until the haddock is cooked. The top only needs to be lightly browned; a few tanned spots is fine. Eat when very hot with plenty of bread. A winter menu | Rose Prince's cold-weather warmers
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| This $60 multicooker is a fantastic alternative to the $100 Instant Pot DUO60 Posted: 05 Feb 2019 06:03 AM PST ![This $60 multicooker is a fantastic alternative to the $100 Instant Pot DUO60]( "This $60 multicooker is a fantastic alternative to the $100 Instant Pot DUO60") The Instant Pot DUO60 is the most popular multi-use cooker in the world, and it deserves to be. It's awesome. But it's also very expensive, with a retail price of $100. If you're looking for a terrific alternative that's just as capable but not quite as pricey, we've got just the thing. Definitely check out the Gourmia GPC800 8 Qt Digital Multi-Mode SmartPot Pressure Cooker, which features a whopping 13 different modes. It's a fantastic value at $120, but it's on sale at a huge 50% discount right now on Amazon. Here's what you need to know from the product page: * 8-in-1 Multi-Functional Cooker: Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker, Saute/Browning, Yogurt Maker, Hot Pot, Steamer & Warmer. Cook meals in mere minutes for your families, 4-6 people. Eight sous chefs in one machine, ready at a moment's notice. Make meals up to 70% faster * 2-YEAR WARRANTY & 24H CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1 year warranty (with the option to extend it by 1 extra year for free) and lifetime support with 30 days unconditional free return and 24/7 personal service. Our responsive and helpful support team is always standby to offer help * 16 Smart Programs: Meat/Stew, Poultry, Soup, Beans/Chili, White Rice, Brown Rice, Multigrain, Steam Vegetables, Slow Cook, Yogurt, Pasta/Boil, Steam Potatoes, Hot Pot, Saute/Brown, Bake, Reheat, Automatic Keep Warm. 3 adjustable temperatures for saute/brown, slow cook, hot pot and reheat * Delay cooking time up to 12 hours; Manual setting up to 12 hours of cook time; 6 different pressure levels; 2 manual cooking modes (pressure cooking & temperature); Unlock indicator * Everything You Need: 3-ply bottom stainless steel(18/8) cooking pot, no chemical coating, stainless steel steam rack with handle, tempered glass lid for slow cooking, extra silicone sealing ring, ladle, rice spoon, measuring cup & Recipe book included * Custom Smart Control Programs: Third generation Cosori pressure cooker features 6 new Custom Smart Control Programs, improved performance and steam technology * Faster Cooking Times: Advanced steam technology seals in steam to cook up to 70% faster. Eco-friendly efficiency, this user-friendly cooker emits no steam when cooking, locks in more nutrients and vitamins
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| Trump to nominate ex-energy lobbyist Bernhardt to head Interior Posted: 04 Feb 2019 07:28 PM PST  Bernhardt, currently the acting secretary at the Interior Department, is widely expected to continue pushing the Trump administration's plan to boost domestic fossil fuels production by opening more U.S. public lands to drilling and mining. "David has done a fantastic job from the day he arrived, and we look forward to having his nomination officially confirmed," Trump said on Twitter. Bernhardt would replace Ryan Zinke, who was under a cloud of ethics investigations and announced his resignation in December.
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| Is Sir John the latest celebrity makeup artist with a beauty line up his sleeve? Posted: 04 Feb 2019 02:30 AM PST  Celebrity makeup artist Sir John looks poised to be the next big beauty expert to launch his own product line. The creative has teamed up with a mystery partner on a surprise beauty launch for this year, he recently revealed to WWD. Responding to the question of whether he would ever consider launching his own makeup line, Sir John divulged: "That's totally happening now.
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| Brain drain? Women's brains appear younger than men's, study finds Posted: 05 Feb 2019 01:36 PM PST ![Brain drain? Women's brains appear younger than men's, study finds]( "Brain drain? Women's brains appear younger than men's, study finds") Though all human brains tend to shrink with age, a new study suggests men's tend to diminish faster than women's.
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