![]() Its graphical user interface was built on top of an object-oriented GUI toolkit using the Objective-C programming language. The kernel of NeXTSTEP is based upon the Mach kernel, which was originally developed at Carnegie Mellon University, with additional kernel layers and low-level user space code derived from parts of BSD. There, the Unix-like NeXTSTEP operating system was developed, before being launched in 1989. The heritage of what would become macOS had originated at NeXT, a company founded by Steve Jobs following his departure from Apple in 1985. In 2020, Apple began the Apple silicon transition, using self-designed, 64-bit ARM-based Apple M series processors on the latest Macintosh computers. In 2006, Apple transitioned to the Intel architecture with a line of Macs using Intel Core processors. MacOS has supported three major processor architectures, beginning with PowerPC-based Macs in 1999. After sixteen distinct versions of macOS 10, macOS Big Sur was presented as version 11 in 2020, macOS Monterey was presented as version 12 in 2021, and macOS Ventura was presented as version 13 in 2022. ![]() Apple shortened the name to "OS X" in 2011 and then changed it to "macOS" in 2016 to align with the branding of Apple's other operating systems, iOS, watchOS, and tvOS. ![]() Apple's other operating systems ( iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, audioOS) are derivatives of macOS.Ī prominent part of macOS's original brand identity was the use of Roman numeral X, pronounced "ten" as in Mac OS X and also the iPhone X, as well as code naming each release after species of big cats, or places within California. All releases from Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard and after are UNIX 03 certified, with an exception for OS X 10.7 Lion. The first desktop version, Mac OS X 10.0, was released in March 2001, with its first update, 10.1, arriving later that year. During this time, Apple cofounder Steve Jobs had left Apple and started another company, NeXT, developing the NeXTSTEP platform that would later be acquired by Apple to form the basis of macOS. MacOS succeeded the classic Mac OS, a Mac operating system with nine releases from 1984 to 1999. Within the market of desktop and laptop computers it is the second most widely used desktop OS, after Microsoft Windows and ahead of ChromeOS. It is the primary operating system for Apple's Mac computers. MacOS ( / ˌ m æ k oʊ ˈ ɛ s/ previously OS X and originally Mac OS X) is a Unix operating system developed and marketed by Apple Inc.
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![]() Each anchor link is a block-level element so it takes up more space for users to hover. ![]() In the top-tier menu we have all the main links which are displayed at all times. Inside is the #wrapper div which centers content and holds the main navigation. An outer nav element spans the entirety of the page using a dark blue background. These remove default browser settings like margin/padding and font sizes to create a uniform blank slate.īelow the resets I've setup a primary page structure for the main elements. Designing with CSSĪt the top of my stylesheet you'll notice a large block of page resets. It's all very straightforward and each nested UL element is contained within a parent list item. This is how we can setup unique colors which take over the link and sub-menu while the user is hovering. This is what the HTML structure looks like:Įach of the internal category links have an additional class name. The "categories" link includes a sub-sub-menu which holds sub-categories. This main menu container holds all the primary links, most of which also contain sub-menus. Inside is an unordered list with the ID #menu. Also create a separate stylesheet named styles.css which will contain all the page structure and menu design.įor the page itself I've created an outer wrapper using the ID #wrapper. ![]() Grab a local copy of the jQuery library and include this in the document header. Ĭolor-Coded Dropdown Nav Menu - Template Monster Demo I've chosen jQuery because it's more efficient and universally supported. It is possible to build this entirely in CSS but only modern browsers would support that functionality. Live Demo - Download Source Code Getting StartedĬreating the menu is primarily within the domain of CSS but the dropdown effect is created using jQuery. Take a peek at my sample demo to get an idea of the final product. I'll be using color-coded menu links following Tuts+ to replicate a similar interface. But it's possible to nest two or even three menus into a list to create sub-menu flyouts. The most basic solution is to create a menu with one dropdown list. In this tutorial I want to demonstrate how you can build a multi-tier dropdown menu with jQuery. 24/7 support and detailed documentation are included for your convenience. Moreover, the package includes 8 beautiful layouts to choose the most suitable one for your project. Zemez states that Navbar JavaScript is fully responsive and highly customizable, so you are welcome to apply any edits to make an absolutely unique resource. Let’s check why this script is worth attention. Thanks to the responsive Navbar JavaScript, you do not need to think about writing a script on your own to improve the navigation on your web resource. Without proper navigation, your website will not work effectively. But this does not mean that you can forget about the site's navigation structure. Web design is constantly evolving, and every day there are more and more new developments in this area. ![]() VLC is unable to open the MRL ‘bluray:///D:/’.” Why VLC won’t play Blu-ray disc? In addition, you can learn how to play Blu-ray ISO Image, MPV videos and other MKV/AVI/VOB/MPG/Tivo/FLV videos on PC/Mac.Best Methods to Play Encrypted Blu-ray Movies with VLC Media Playerĭoes VLC play Blu-ray movies? When you try to play a Blu-ray disc with VLC media player on computer, you might find the following error message “Blu-ray error: No valid processing key found in AACS config file. Mow you can add and play the BD/DVD contents with VLC player on PC/Mac in multiple audio tracks and subtitles at ease. Click “Open” button, you will get the converted movie file. ![]() The conversion only take a few minutes, after it’s done. 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If you use Mac OS X computer, you need to use Bytecopy for Mac. Guide on ripping DVD and Blu-ray to lossless MKV format for watching on VLC Media Player Now download it and start the Blu-ray/DVD to VLC conversion. The output video can be played by KMPlayer, VLC, MPlayer, DAPlayer, KDLINKS Media Player, Windows Media Player and many other media players, which will give you best video quality. Moreover, it’s also a professional Blu-ray ripper, allows you to rip and convert Blu-ray/DVD movies to any video format you like. Searched all over the internet for the best program for the task, I fouond Pavtube ByteCopy, an easy of use copy-protection removal which is special designed for lossless conversion (DVD-R and Blu-Ray capability in one program) to rip Blu-ray and DVD movies with multiple audio tracks and subtitles keeping. Any other suggestions?”Īs above, since Blu-ray and DVD is so poor in compatibility that it can be played only by few player, it would be nice and thoughtful if some tool can rip Blu-ray and DVD movies to playable videos to backup it on the hard drive of computer and play with VLC without any quality loss. Having tried WinDVD, it is used to be good but now it is too slow and complicated. Most important, my goal is mainly aimed at watching these Blu-ray and DVD movies with VLC on the PC. So we need a powerful blu-ray ripping tool to convert my Blu-ray and DVD to single files per video track, and make a backup copy of commercial DVD and Blu-Ray, then they could be easily named and organized. “We are all disc lovers, and now we have hundreds of self-made DVD-R and DVD-RAM, and also a few BD-R in hand. ![]() There are no monthly fees for the small business product, Web Payments Standard, with transaction fees depending on sales volume. You can choose from different packages within PayPal to suit the scale of your turnover, so PayPal Checkout, PayPal Web Payments Standard, and PayPal Payments Pro should all be investigated if you’re aiming to process credit card payments. PayPal has made integration into payment gateways simple for major e-commerce platforms, requiring little more than a couple of clicks and an email address often the most complex part of setting up PayPal processing is copying and pasting a supplied API key to get started.Īdd to that no setup fees and the value it can add to your business is obvious. PayPal has become the ubiquitous payment portal for many online businesses for one simple reason: It’s so easy to use. The best POS systems can manage inventory, ensure you're on top of compliance-related payment regulations, and help you avoid fines and other administrative costs (such as chargeback fraud), all while offering advanced security features that protect from data theft and cyber breaches. Or you could think bigger: Credit card processing is simply one element of a point of sale (POS) system, which can do much more for your business. But with so many different business applications now provided by the cloud, it could be an advantage to use a credit card processor that doesn't offer the cheapest rates but will offer savings in other ways, such as by integrating with accounting software. Some services offer deep discounts, letting you save on each transaction. There are two main options for credit card processing services: a simple credit card processor with all fees paid per-transaction, or a merchant-account solution that comes with a monthly fee but offers far cheaper processing on a per-item basis. If you're running a small business or launching online, you've got a key decision to make: Which system should you choose? Credit card processing services are an essential part of business transactions, both online and offline, and the ability to take credit card payments could make or break your business. ![]() Using the Web Platform Installer (Web PI) ![]() New to IIS Setup is the ability to install just the feature modules that you require, allowing you to deploy very thin, task-specific servers, as well as lock out functionality in ways never before possible. You can also use IIS Setup to customize your installation by selecting from more than 40 IIS features. Because of this granularity, when you install IIS, you can surfaces this granularity in user selectable, installable components. The new IIS server pipeline architecture provides a high level of component granularity. The GUI, command line, and unattended setup options available in IIS make it easy to manage the security and servicing footprint of an IIS Web server. IIS 7 and above has a completely modular setup design that enables control over the footprint of a Web server. ![]() IIS 7.5 is the Web Server (IIS) role in Windows Server 2008 R2, and the Web server in Windows 7. IIS 7.0 is the Web Server (IIS) role in Windows Server 2008, and the Web server in Windows Vista. IIS 7 and above is the product name used to refer to the versions of Internet Information Services (IIS) that are included in some editions of Windows Server® 2008, Windows Server® 2008 R2, Windows Vista®, and Windows® 7. This whitepaper gives you the background information you need to make these changes. If you regularly use Sysocmgr.exe in scripts to install IIS 6.0, then you must change those scripts for IIS 7.0 and above in Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. This information is especially important for those who will need to customize IIS Setup in command line and unattended script scenarios. This article provides an overview of Microsoft Windows Vista® and Microsoft Server® 2008 setup technology and a detailed examination of IIS 7.0 and above componentized setup. ![]() Although they appear to attack anything that moves near their territories, male cicada killers are actually investigating anything that might be a female cicada killer ready to mate. Males aggressively defend their perching areas on nesting sites against rival males, but they have no stinger. ![]() One author who has been stung indicates that for him, the stings are not much more than a "pinprick". Ī male eastern cicada killer guarding his territory and looking for females with which to mateĪlthough cicada killers are large, female cicada-killer wasps are not aggressive and rarely sting unless they are grasped roughly, stepped upon with bare feet, or caught in clothing. Only one generation occurs per year, and no adults overwinter. Pupation occurs in the nest cell in the spring and lasts 25 to 30 days. Overwintering occurs as a mature larva within an earth-coated cocoon. The larvae complete their development in about 2 weeks. The egg hatches in one or two days, and the cicadas serve as food for the grub. New nest cells are dug as necessary off of the main burrow tunnel, and a single burrow may eventually have 10 or more nest cells. Male eggs are laid on a single cicada, but female eggs are given two or sometimes three cicadas, because the female wasp is twice as large as the male and must have more food. After putting one or more cicadas in her nest cell, the female deposits an egg on a cicada and closes the cell with soil. A wasp often lugs her prey up into the nearest tree, to gain altitude for the flight to the burrow. After paralyzing a cicada, the female wasp holds it upside down beneath her and takes off toward her burrow this return flight to the burrow is difficult for the wasp because the cicada is often more than twice her weight. ![]() Īfter digging a nest chamber in the burrow, female cicada killers capture cicadas, paralyzing them with a sting. The males are smaller than the females because they are not given as much larval food since females must carry the cicadas they have killed to a burrow for nesting, they benefit from being larger, and are given more food as larvae. European hornets ( Vespa crabro) are often mistaken for eastern cicada killers, though at about 3.5 cm (1.4 in) long, they are smaller than the largest cicada killers. The females are somewhat larger than the males, and both are among the largest wasps seen in the Eastern United States, their unusual size giving them a uniquely fearsome appearance. Coloration superficially resembles that of some yellowjacket and hornet species. Description įive female eastern cicada killers, Sphecius speciosusĪdult eastern cicada wasps are large, 1.5 to 5.0 cm (0.6 to 2.0 in) long, robust wasps with hairy, reddish, and black areas on their thoraces (middle parts), and black to reddish brown abdominal (rear) segments that are marked with light yellow stripes. The most recent review of this species' biology is found in the posthumously published comprehensive study by noted entomologist Howard Ensign Evans. Cicada killers exert a measure of natural control on cicada populations, and as such they may directly benefit the deciduous trees upon which the cicadas feed. They are so named because they hunt cicadas and provision their nests with them. and southwards into Mexico and Central America. This species can be found in the Eastern and Midwest U.S. Sometimes, they are called sand hornets, although they are not hornets, which belong to the family Vespidae. The name may be applied to any species of crabronid that preys on cicadas, though in North America, it is typically applied to this species, also referred to as the eastern cicada killer in order to further differentiate it from the multiple other examples of related wasp species. Sphecius speciosus, often simply referred to as the cicada killer or the cicada hawk, is a large, solitary digger wasp species in the family Crabronidae. ![]() Preparing for victory in Age of Empires 4 is a multilayered exercise. The choice is yours – and every decision you make will determine the outcome of history. Theres no need to change what works already, though a few additional gameplay flourishes could have helped AoE 4 feel more fresh and exciting. In Age of Empires 4, knowing how to defeat one's enemy efficiently is the name of the game. Build cities, manage resources, and lead your troops to battle on land and at sea in 4 distinct campaigns with 35 missions that span across 500 years of history from the Dark Ages up to the Renaissance.Īn Age for All Players – Age of Empires IV is an inviting experience for new players with a tutorial system that teaches the essence of real-time strategy and a Campaign Story Mode designed for first time players to help achieve easy setup and success, yet is challenging enough for veteran players with new game mechanics, evolved strategies, and combat techniques.Ĭhallenge the World – Jump online to compete, cooperate or spectate with up to 7 of your friends in PVP and PVE multiplayer modes that include ranked seasons and much more!Ĭhoose Your Path to Greatness with Historical Figures – Live the adventures of Joan of Arc in her quest to defeat the English, or command mighty Mongol troops as Genghis Khan in his conquest across Asia. Return to History – The past is prologue as you are immersed in a rich historical setting of 10 diverse civilizations across the world from the English to the Chinese to the Delhi Sultanate in your quest for victory. Sculpt your own skirmish and multiplayer maps, craft unique mission scenarios, forge data driven tuning packs and envision new modes of play for Age of Empires IV. Or assemble one of the longest lasting empires in history with the Ottoman civilization and its well-trained military force, which features the largest gunpowder siege weapons available – the Great Bombards – mighty cannons that can fell any opponents who stand in your way.Ĭustomize Your Game with Mods (Beta) - Chart your own course with powerful creator tools in the latest beta release of Mod Editor. ![]() Two New Civilizations, 8 New Maps - Lead the mighty Malians of West Africa as one of the richest trading nations of all-time as you focus on strong economic prowess in mining and investing in gold. You can pick it up for $19.99.Celebrating its first year of delighting millions of global players, the award-winning and best-selling strategy franchise continues with Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition, putting you at the center of even more epic historical battles that shaped the world.įeaturing both familiar and innovative new ways to expand your empire in vast landscapes with stunning 4K visual fidelity, Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition brings an evolved real-time strategy game to the next level in this celebratory new version that includes a host of free new content such as brand-new civilizations, new maps, additional in-game updates and languages, and new masteries, challenges, taunts and cheats – all at an amazing value that packs in more history than ever before! If you need something the hold you over while you wait for Age of Empires 4, Age of Empires 2 – Definitive Edition just released on Steam today. We also heard nothing of a release date or window. Age of Empires 2: The Definitive Edition for Xbox is the perfect way to play this classic game on your couch. There is also no word on other factions yet, but we can expect to learn more in the future. There isn’t any evidence of a UI yet it seems like this is just a peek at the graphics, animations, and gameplay. ![]() The invading Mongolian army sets up trebuchets and begins their bombardment of the English as their army rushes down from the hills. You’ll control various units - knights, footmen, Mongolian horse archers, etc. Like its predecessors, Age of Empires 4 will focus on base-building and real-time strategy combat. The colors are bright and vivid, and the animations of the units breathe life into the little English town. All the fighting was just to protect all the hard work that went into getting those walls just right.Īnd the series has never looked quite as good as it does in Age of Empires 4. Building an orderly, gorgeous city has always been my favorite part of the Age of Empires series. But what seems most exciting is how alive it all feels. Different building types, such as homes, keeps, churches, and farms, are present. Age of Empires II HD is a refreshed version of the cult real-time strategy game from 1999 - Age of Empires II: The Age of the Kings - and the expansio. It looks like the mainstays of the series are alive and well in Age of Empires 4. Other sources of inspiration include children’s fascination with Tim Burton and Lady Gaga. They observed that because the characters are monsters, they have more leeway to do things that ordinary children cannot. In order to explore the style, the Sander brothers went shopping with girls and saw them purchasing Goth fashion accessories such as skulls, chains, and black clothing. Garrett Sander and his twin brother Darren designed the first characters. However, you can read the official synopsis for the film below. There is no set release date for the live-action Monster High film or the new animation series. House (Day of the Dead) as Headmistress According to Mattel, the TV movie will feature extra fan-favorite characters from the Monster High universe. The live-action Monster High film will star Miia Harris (Just Beyond) as Clawdeen Wolf, Ceci Balagot (Dispatches from Elsewhere) as Frankie Stein, Nayah Damasen (Grey’s Anatomy) as Draculaura, Case Walker (The Other Two) as Deuce Gorgon, Kyle Selig (Mean Girls on Broadway) as Mr. The original narrative was written by Jaffe, Greg Erb, and Jason Oremland (Princess and the Frog, Playmobil: The Movie). ![]() Todd Holland (Malcolm in the Middle) directed and executive produced the live-action Monsters High teleplay, which was written by Jenny Jaffe (Big Hero 6: The Series, Rugrats) and Billy Eddy & Matt Eddy (Zapped, Teen Beach Movie). The next live-action film will kick off the franchise’s second reinvention, introducing the Monster High characters to a new generation. Unfortunately, the relaunch was short-lived, with the most recent animated picture arriving in 2017. The franchise continued to grow until 2016 when Mattel revived the characters with new designs and origin stories. Also, you must try to play this Monster High Quiz. This is the main page, or the page for characters not introduced in specials. ![]() ![]() The success of the toy line and web series prompted the development of additional animated films, books, and video games. Characters from the Mattel franchise, Monster High. Mattell also released a Monster High web series in 2010 to promote the doll line, following the main characters’ exploits as they attend a special high school for monster sons. Monsters High, a collection of fashion dolls introduced by Mattel in 2010, is based on iconic horror monsters such as vampires, werewolves, and gorgons. Are You Selena Gomez Or Taylor Swift Quiz. ![]() When it comes to choosing a perm, there are two main types to choose from: the traditional perm and the spiral perm. What’s the difference between a perm and a spiral perm? Apply a setting lotion or cream to your hair and style it as desired. Shampoo your hair and rinse it thoroughly. Next, rinse your hair with cool water and apply a neutralizing shampoo. See also What Is The Best Product For Growing Hair Repeat this process until all of your hair is curled. When you reach the end of the subsection, hold the perm rod in place for a few seconds to set the curl. Make sure to keep the hair tightly wound around the rod as you curl it. ![]() Section your hair into small subsections and begin to curl your hair around the perm rod. Apply the waving lotion to your hair, making sure to saturate it completely. To get started, shampoo your hair and condition it with a waving lotion or cream. You will also need a waving lotion or cream, a neutralizing shampoo, and a setting lotion or cream. To get a spiral perm, you will need a perm rod size that is appropriate for your hair length and thickness. This type of perm is more natural-looking than a traditional perm and can be more forgiving if you have curly or wavy hair. How do you roll a spiral perm?Ī spiral perm is a type of perm where the hair is curled around a curling iron in a spiral shape. If you’re not happy with the results, you can always wet your hair and undo the curls. If you have fine hair, you may want to leave them in for a shorter time to avoid getting too much curl. The standard time is usually 20 minutes, but you can leave them in for up to 30 minutes for a tighter curl. How long you leave them in will determine the curl pattern of your perm. ![]() When you get a perm, the stylist will put perm rods in your hair to help the process. Experiment with different sizes and styles to find the look that best suits you. If you want to add more waves or curls, you can use a bigger rod or multiple rods. Let the curls air dry or use a hair dryer to speed up the process. You can also use a hair clip to hold the curls in place while they cool. Wrap the hair around the rod, hold it in place for a few seconds, and release. Then, use a curling rod to curl each piece of hair. To roll your hair with a rod, start by sectioning your hair into small pieces. This is a simple way to add waves or curls to your hair without using a lot of heat. There are many ways to style your hair, but one of the most popular is using a rod. See also How To Curl Hair With Clamp How do you roll your hair with a rod? Make sure that the ends of the hair are tucked under the perm rod to create a curl. To do this, you will need to divide your hair into four sections, and then wrap each section around a perm rod. The third way to roll perm rods is the wrap roll. To do this, you will need to divide your hair into two sections, and then twist each section around a perm rod. The second way to roll perm rods is the spiral roll. To do this, you will need to divide your hair into four sections, and then twist each section around a perm rod. The first way to roll perm rods is the classic roll. In this article, we will discuss the three most popular ways to roll perm rods, and we will also give you some tips on how to get the look that you want. There are a few different ways that you can roll perm rods, and each way gives a different look. 7 What’s the difference between a perm and a spiral perm?.4 How do you roll your hair with a rod?.3 Do you put perm rods in wet or dry hair?.2 How do you roll long hair in a perm rod?. ![]() The request raises the prospect of conflicting rulings from trial courts in different parts of the country on the pill’s safety.Keep a loved one or a memory close to your heart. The plaintiffs in the Washington case, by contrast, are seeking that a judge declare mifepristone “safe and effective” and that the FDA was “lawful and valid” in approving the drug. If he rules in the plaintiffs’ favor, “64.5 million women of reproductive age” nationwide risk losing access to medication abortion, according to NARAL Pro-Choice America. ![]() It has come under the purview of District Court Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk, a Trump nominee known for his socially conservative views. Legal experts have called the suit, filed in a U.S. They claim the FDA ignored side effects of the drug, and argue that pregnancy is not an “illness” and “abortion chemicals” do not provide a “therapeutic benefit.” A senior Walgreens official said in a letter released by Kobach that it “does not intend to dispense Mifepristone within your state and does not intend to ship Mifepristone into your state from any of our pharmacies.”Īntiabortion groups also filed a lawsuit against the FDA in November, in an attempt to force the agency to rescind its approval of mifepristone. Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach (R), a hard-line social conservative, said this week that he had received a commitment from Walgreens pharmacy chain not to mail abortion pills into the state. West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey (R) this week asked a judge to dismiss GenBioPro’s challenge, arguing that Congress has not given the FDA oversight over “this vast area of historically state regulation.” The efforts have met pushback by opponents of abortion. The company argues that the restrictions are in violation of federal law that permit the FDA to regulate drugs. Mifepristone manufacturer GenBioPro has also sued West Virginia, where access to the drug and abortion is strictly limited. The FDA this year moved to permit more pharmacies to dispense the pills, and the Justice Department said such drugs can legally be mailed to any state, including those where abortion is banned or sharply curtailed. The Biden administration has sought to make these pills easier to access. ![]() The FDA didn’t immediately return a request for comment early Saturday.Īrizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Michigan, Nevada, New Mexico, Rhode Island and Vermont are also involved in the legal action. The Washington suit seeks for a judge to declare that such categorization is “improper and discriminatory.” State Attorney General Bob Ferguson (D) said in a statement that the FDA’s rules expose “doctors, pharmacists and patients to unnecessary risk” and that the limits “have no basis in medical science.” Patients must also sign a form stating that they took the medication for the express purpose of ending a pregnancy. The program requires health care professionals and pharmacies to be certified before they can respectively prescribe and dispense such pills. The agency said that mifepristone is safe and effective, with a 2016 medical review noting that “serious complications have proven to be extremely rare.” But mifepristone is also subject to restrictions known as the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy, a status it shares with just 60 other drugs, including fentanyl. The drug, which is also used to manage miscarriages and treat Cushing’s syndrome, was first approved by the FDA in 2000. Some physicians said they saw a surge in demand for abortion pills from a popular distributor after the overturn of Roe, which had established a fundamental right to abortion nationwide. Abortion rights supporters say the pills - which can be taken virtually anywhere and are transported easily - are key at a time when reproductive health care is increasingly hard for many Americans to access. Mifepristone is the first part of a two-drug procedure that has become increasingly popular, as medication abortions (also known as medical abortions) now account for more than 50 percent of pregnancy terminations in the United States. The legal challenge, led by the attorneys general for Washington and Oregon, was filed Thursday in a U.S. The lawsuit accuses the FDA of “singling out” and imposing “particularly burdensome” limitations on the distribution of mifepristone, which blocks the progesterone hormone that helps the body maintain a pregnancy. Twelve Democratic state attorneys general have sued the Food and Drug Administration in an attempt to loosen restrictions on the distribution of mifepristone, a pill used in medication abortions that has been at the center of the reproductive health debate after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. |
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