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JPL to lay off 8% of workforce

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Updated 7:15 p.m. Eastern with comment from Rep. Chu. MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. — NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory announced Feb. 6 it will lay off 530 employees, about 8% of its staff, citing uncertainty about its budget for 2024. In a statement, JPL said it would lay off about 530 employees, as well as 40 contractors, after exhausting other efforts to reduce costs given potential spending reductions for NASA and specifically for Mars Sample Return (MSR), a major program for the Pasadena, California-based center. Read More...

Nation sees historic drop in violent crimes, New Orleans follows trend

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NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A potentially historic drop in violent crimes across the country is sparking optimism in New Orleans heading into the new year. Data analysis by public safety analyst Jeff Asher reveals a dip of around 13% in crime across 180 cities, with the FBI reporting an 8% decrease in violent crime nationally through September 2023, possibly the largest decline on record. Deciphering the data is not an exact science. Read More...

Electric Blue as a Timeless Color in Graphic Designing Appy Pie

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Table of Content IntroductionElectric Blue is a color that exudes an electrifying, vibrant energy that captures the imagination and sparks creativity. Its intense, neon-like hue is inspired by the bright blue glow of electricity, making it a bold and captivating color that stands out in any design. From its origins in the 1980s to its resurgence in modern-day design, Electric Blue has proven itself to be a timeless color that continues to inspire designers across various industries. Read More...