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Dec 30 2025HEALTH

Living Better with MS: A Central American Journey

In Central America, a unique program is changing lives. It's called the Expert Patient Program. It focuses on people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and their caregivers. The goal is simple: improve their quality of life and daily habits. MS is a tough condition. It affects the brain and nerves. Peopl

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Dec 30 2025HEALTH

Boosting Health Before Surgery: A New Approach for Women with Advanced Ovarian Cancer

Women fighting advanced ovarian cancer often face a tough battle with malnutrition. This isn't just about feeling weak or tired; it can make treatments harder to handle and slow down recovery after surgery. But here's a bright spot: doctors are now looking at ways to help women get stronger before t

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Where Did the Money Go? Baltimore's Arts Office in the Dark

Baltimore's new arts office, the Mayor’s Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment (MOACE), has been running for six months, but no one can say exactly where its $2 million budget is going. This lack of clarity has raised eyebrows, especially among city officials. MOACE is in charge of big city event

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Dec 30 2025HEALTH

CBD's Pain Relief Hype: What's the Real Deal?

People often think CBD is a magic fix for pain. But guess what? A recent study says it's not as effective as many believe. CBD, a compound from cannabis, was thought to help with pain without the high caused by THC. But a review of clinical trials shows it doesn't do much for pain relief. THC, the

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

The Power of Words: How Affordability Reshaped the 2025 Elections

In 2025, a single word changed the game in politics. That word was "affordability. " It wasn't just a buzzword. It became a powerful tool that shifted how people thought about their lives and their votes. For years, politicians talked about the economy. They threw around numbers like GDP and job gr

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Dec 30 2025OPINION

Why Do We Keep Choosing Leaders Who Put Themselves First?

In old stories, a man who loved his own reflection too much met a sad end. Today, such people often end up in powerful positions. We know that good leaders should care more about their goals than their own pride. Yet, we keep picking leaders who think they are better than everyone else. Research sh

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

A New Chapter in Cambodia and Thailand's Border Dispute

In a move to calm tensions, Cambodia and Thailand's foreign ministers met with China's foreign minister in a province near the disputed border. This meeting happened just two days after both countries signed a new ceasefire agreement. The fighting had been going on for weeks, killing over 100 people

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Dec 29 2025EDUCATION

Helping Paws: How Schools Can Better Support Service Animals

Service dogs are becoming more common in schools. They help students with disabilities. But many schools don't have good rules for this. This can cause problems. School nurses can help. They can make sure schools follow the law. They can also make sure students get the help they need. School nurses

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Dec 29 2025HEALTH

How Two Treatments Stack Up Against Scabies

Scabies can quickly become a big problem in communities if it's not caught and treated early. Usually, people use a cream called permethrin to get rid of it. But there's a pill called ivermectin that might be easier to use. Researchers wanted to see if taking this pill twice could work just as well

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Dec 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

A Leap Forward in Brain Tech: What You Need to Know

The Utah electrode array (UEA) is a small but mighty tool. It's designed to help those who have lost sensation, mobility, or limbs. Essentially, it acts as a translator between the brain and the body. However, there's a snag: these tiny electrodes don't have a long lifespan, especially when transmit

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