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1 month ago | 
acsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Judy A. Trieu |Andrew Gilman |Katerina Konstantinoff |Maria Lozano
INTRODUCTION Pancreatic lesions are rising in prevalence, likely because of increasing access to cross-sectional imaging. They can be subtyped into neoplastic and non-neoplastic lesions. Some lesions are characteristic on computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and/or endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), whereas others are nonspecific.
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Oct 21, 2024 | 
okgazette.com | Andrew Gilman
When the Thunder take the floor for the first time in the 2024 season, a lot of things are going to happen. They’re going to be considered one of the best teams in the league, especially after last season’s run, in which they achieved more than expected. This is a team thought of as a championship contender, full of impressive players, a style that’s fun to watch and a captivating roster set up for present and future success.
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May 6, 2024 | 
facilitiesmanagementadvisor.blr.com | Andrew Gilman
“Everything, Everywhere, All at Once” is an award-winning movie that won several major industry awards last year. In today’s landscape, this movie title fittingly describes the widespread influence of artificial intelligence (AI) across numerous industries and job functions. AI is seemingly everywhere now, with one IEEE global report ranking it as the most critical global technology in 2024. Facilities management is no exception.
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Nov 5, 2023 | 
screenrant.com | Andrew Gilman
George Lucas envisioned that Jango Fett's trait of constantly bumping his head would be inherited by his clones, explaining why stormtroopers frequently bump their heads. Star Wars canon has ignored Lucas' idea, and now all stormtroopers are commissioned recruits rather than clones. The transition from clones to stormtroopers, as explored in Star Wars: The Bad Batch, creates a more compelling story that emphasizes the tragedy of the clones and the threat posed by the stormtroopers.
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Nov 5, 2023 | 
screenrant.com | Andrew Gilman
Ahsoka Tano was an important figure for the Rebel Alliance, and her disappearance on Malachor is concerning. Ahsoka served as a commander for the Rebel Alliance, having the authority to lead rebel troops during missions. Ahsoka mysteriously vanished after a mission to Malachor, and her reappearance and involvement with the New Republic was a win for the rebels.
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Nov 1, 2023 | 
screenrant.com | Andrew Gilman
Columbia's Skywalker Pilot Collection replicates Luke's uniform from the Battle of Hoth, endorsed by Mark Hamill himself. The collection includes clothing for all cold elements, perfect for skiing or casual wear on a brisk day. The gear features snowspeeder schematics, artwork by Ralph McQuarie, and Rebel Alliance branding, all launching on December 1. Star Wars and Columbia have teamed up with gear inspired by the Rebellion's Battle of Hoth so fans can take on the whole Empire themselves.
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Oct 30, 2023 | 
screenrant.com | Andrew Gilman
George Lucas faced numerous challenges and setbacks while making A New Hope, including uncooperative crew and technology that fell short. Lucas discovered that the special effects team at ILM had only completed seven shots, putting him in a major financial hole and causing extreme stress and health issues.
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Oct 29, 2023 | 
screenrant.com | Andrew Gilman
Despite his ability to foresee events, Emperor Palpatine was remarkably bad at countering when it mattered most, as evidenced by his lack of failsafe when the rebel fleet succeeded in taking down the Death Star's deflector shield. In a hilarious meeting between the Emperor and top-ranking Imperials in a comic, Palpatine acknowledges the many issues plaguing the Death Star, including a direct access to the reactor shaft that would be his final resting place.
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Oct 29, 2023 | 
screenrant.com | Andrew Gilman
George Lucas struggled to write the final duel between Luke and Vader in Return of the Jedi, specifically finding it difficult to pinpoint Luke's motivation to turn to the dark side. Lucas realized that involving Leia as Luke's sister was crucial to create the necessary emotional anchor for Luke's turn and ultimate redemption. Leia being revealed as Luke's sister provided Vader with the information needed to push Luke towards the dark side, giving weight to the choice Luke had to make.
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Oct 26, 2023 | 
screenrant.com | Andrew Gilman
Ahsoka Tano inherits Anakin Skywalker's tendency for taking inadvisable action, particularly demonstrated by her jumping out of a moving vehicle. Ahsoka's ability to jump out of a ship mid-flight on Peridea mirrors Anakin's similar absurd trick in Attack of the Clones. Both Anakin and Ahsoka had a close relationship with their respective ship pilots, Obi-Wan and Huyang, who showed concern and displeasure at their reckless behavior.
