Clarify What’s Allowed Uncertainty about what’s permitted can deter experimentation—especially among women, who are more likely to follow formal rules.
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Corinne Post,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Only a major drive to rebuild the arsenal of democracy can deter China from taking Taiwan through force or other countries from similarly challenging the United States.
This is another topical option that brightens skin and fades dark spots by inhibiting melanin production.
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Sierra Leone Starks,
Allure,
18 Apr. 2025
Harvard’s decision to fight back has led to mixed responses, with some celebrating the action and others worrying this will inhibit efforts to create real change on campus.
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