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Mark Lakshmanan
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Retired research physician; married with 2 adult children. I enjoy social media about politics, history, science, food and humor.
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How Wi-Fi Could Become an Invisible, No-Touch ECG
Wi-Fi signals bounce off humans in predictable patterns and can detect respiration and pulse, creating an invisible, whole-room health monitor that never touches the patient.
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December 13, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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#latin #romanempire #linguafranca
The Linguistic Legacy of the Roman Empire
The Roman Empire, which at its height spanned three continents and encompassed a diverse array of cultures and languages, left a profound impact on the linguistic landscape of the world. While the emp
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💬 0  🔁 0  ❤️ 0 · Please file under the polar vortex: The winter solstice in the northern hemisphere is more than a week away but the approaching polar vortex in central Indiana allows the battle o…
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December 13, 2025 at 11:37 AM
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This is unacceptable
FDA intends to put its most serious warning on Covid vaccines, sources say | CNN
The US Food and Drug Administration intends to put a “black box” warning on Covid-19 vaccines, according to two people familiar with the agency’s plans.
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December 12, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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💬 0  🔁 0  ❤️ 0 · Please file under Elbridge Gerry thwarted: I was stunned that a majority of Republican Indiana state senators voted against, 21 out of 40, gerrymandering Indiana congressional dis…
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December 12, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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💬 0  🔁 0  ❤️ 0 · I had an OK lunch yesterday of fish and chips at The Friendly Tavern. The whitefish and coleslaw were excellent but the French fries or chips were only OK. The restaurant is alwa…
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December 12, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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💬 0  🔁 0  ❤️ 1 · Both the Republican and the Democrat proposals in the Senate to pass Affordable Care Act tax subsidies today were blocked by Republicans by identical 51-48 margins. In this interv…
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December 11, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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💬 0  🔁 0  ❤️ 0 · https://www.medpagetoday.com/surgery/orthopedics/118936?xid=nl_mpt_morningbreak2025-12-11&mh=04b3fab0856809eb8d5b4eee8e5ed787&zdee=gAAAAABm4vbh613aknD-ZiAqg-dNwwghuyj6DR2QMHH-Rfh8t…
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December 11, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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#evolutionofenglish
The Medieval Roots of Modern English: Tracing the Language Through Time
The English language is a dynamic tapestry woven from various linguistic threads that reflect the cultural and historical evolution of England. To fully appreciate the richness of modern English, one
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December 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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💬 0  🔁 0  ❤️ 0 · Survey: More shoppers admit to stealing everyday essentials at self-checkout, not luxury items · In a recent survey, more than 1in 4 admit to stealing in self checkout lines, blami…
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December 11, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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December 11, 2025 at 11:38 AM
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💬 0  🔁 0  ❤️ 0 · Fox News Poll: Voters say White House is doing more harm than good on economy · Trump's approval hits new lows as 76% view economy negatively in the latest Fox News poll. Rising co…
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December 10, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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Idioms Unveiled: Decoding Common English Phrases
The Fascinating World of Idioms Idioms are an integral part of our everyday language. These unique expressions, steeped in historical and cultural significance, add color and depth to our conversatio
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December 10, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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Roll Tide: Lilly selects Alabama site as location for $6B API facility
Eli Lilly has unveiled the location of the third of its four large-scale manufacturing facilities that it plans to build in the U.S. | Eli Lilly has unveiled the location of the third of its four larg...
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December 10, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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Massachusetts Church Keeps Anti-ICE Nativity Scene, Defying Diocese Leaders
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December 9, 2025 at 5:06 AM
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December 5, 2025 at 8:42 AM
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December 4, 2025 at 2:54 AM
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Perhaps we need an amendment to the Constitution forbidding Presidents who are convicted felons from pardoning anyone. What do you think?
#presidential-pardon #convictedfelontrump #amendmenttotheconstition
Opinion | Guess Which Presidential Power Trump Likes the Most
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December 3, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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Indiana ranks 11th among states for Christmas tree production.
#christmastrees #indiana
The Year-Round Importance of Christmas Tree Production to Indiana’s Ag Economy
As part of National Ag Week, Hoosier Ag Today is highlighting several different ag industries—including one that you may not be thinking about this time of year. “The Christmas tree season for the gen...
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December 3, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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💬 0  🔁 0  ❤️ 0 · Please file under law and order: Secretary of War Hegseth appears to be a war criminal, without a declared war. A unique but not admirable accomplishment. Two notes one is good…
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December 3, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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💬 0  🔁 0  ❤️ 0 · Please file under a punishing pun: My mother in law who knows I have been reading the comics first thing in the morning for the last four or five decades, asked me the other day,…
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December 3, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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💬 0  🔁 1  ❤️ 1 · RUSSIA CAN STOP THE WAR ANYTIME BY LEAVING UKRAINIAN LAND.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:45 AM
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💬 17  🔁 170  ❤️ 564 · Absolutely!!! What a schmuck!
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December 3, 2025 at 4:42 AM
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