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Actor and comedia Sacha Baron Cohen spoke at the Anti-Defamation League on Thursday about hate speech, anti-Semitism, and violence.

Cohen was particularly critical of big tech and social media, which he called " the greatest propaganda machine in history.".

He also called out the "Silicon Six," American tech billionaires that he says "care more about boosting their share price than about protecting democracy.". »

In a study published Tuesday in Cell Reports, scientists studied six of these patients to see how the human brain rewires itself to adapt after major surgery.

And the researchers suggest that these connections enable the brain, essentially, to function as if it were still whole.

Beyond that, the scientists say that understanding how atypical brains develop and organize themselves might unlock new treatments for people with brain injuries. »

As Australia experiences record-breaking drought and bushfires, koala populations have dwindled along with their habitat, leaving them “functionally extinct.”.

Koala rescued from the recent Australian bushfires https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-thirsty-koalas-devastated-by-recent-fires/campaign/gallery/0. Deforestation and bushfires destroy the main nutrient source of koalas, the eucalyptus tree.

Recent viral videos of Australians rescuing koalas has led to increased donation to support hospitalization and help for burned koalas. »

Rep. Matt Gaetz Matthew (Matt) GaetzMatt Gaetz to Kellyanne Conway over marijuana legalization: 'OK, boomer' Congress extends flood insurance program for 13th time since 2017 Woman who threw drink at Gaetz sentenced to 15 days in jail MORE (R-Fla.) on CNN on Saturday criticized White House counselor Kellyanne Conway Kellyanne Elizabeth ConwaySunday Talk Shows: After two weeks of testimony, lawmakers look to next steps of impeachment proceedings Matt Gaetz to Kellyanne Conway over marijuana legalization: 'OK, boomer' Trump, GOP skeptical Pelosi will go through with impeachment MORE's previous comments against marijuana regulation.

"For all the folks that talk about the benefits and legalities of marijuana, there are many health professionals and employers increasingly concerned that this is not your grandfather's or your father's marijuana," Conway told CNN's Michael SmerconishMichael SmerconishMatt Gaetz to Kellyanne Conway over marijuana legalization: 'OK, boomer' Mark Halperin's 'How to Beat Trump' book sells 502 copies in first week Watchdog files Hatch Act complaint against Kellyanne Conway for comments on Dem candidates MORE in April.

The vote marks the first time that a congressional committee has voted in favor of the legalization of marijuana. »