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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

Speeding Up Nuclear Power: A Risky Bet?

The nuclear power industry is buzzing with excitement. A new program, backed by the Trump administration, aims to fast-track the construction of advanced nuclear reactors. The goal? Have at least three test reactors running by July 4, 2026. This is a big deal because it's a shift from the usual slow

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Dec 17 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Birthdays: A Look at December 17th's Stars

December 17th is a special day for many celebrities. It's the day when stars like Eugene Levy and Sarah Paulson celebrate their birthdays. But did you know that these celebrities have more to their stories than just their famous roles? Let's dive in and learn more about them. Eugene Levy, known for

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Dec 17 2025SCIENCE

Cold Water Chemistry: How Alanine and Water Mix at Low Temps

Alanine is a building block of proteins. It is an amino acid. It is important to see how it behaves in water. Especially when it is cold. This is because proteins work differently in cold water. They can fold or unfold. They can also interact with water in unique ways. Scientists wanted to see how

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

Health Care Subsidies: What's Next for Americans?

House Republicans are moving forward with a health care plan that skips extending pandemic-era subsidies for Affordable Care Act (ACA) coverage. These subsidies, which helped many Americans afford health insurance, are set to expire at the end of the year. Speaker Mike Johnson had considered letting

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

Healthcare Subsidy Showdown: House Republicans Stifle Democratic Efforts

In a dramatic turn of events, House Republicans recently put a stop to a Democratic push for a swift vote on extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies. The move, which took place on a Wednesday, was met with fierce opposition from Democrats, who accused Republicans of cutting off the vote premat

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Dec 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

Coal's Unexpected Comeback: What's Driving the Surge?

Coal, once on the decline, is making a surprising comeback. The International Energy Agency (IEA) reports that global coal demand is expected to reach a record high this year. This is not what experts predicted. For the past three years, they thought coal use had peaked and would start to drop. But

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Dec 17 2025CRIME

Guns in Crime: What's the Story Behind the Numbers?

Guns found at crime scenes are telling a story. A recent study looked at nearly 350, 000 guns used in crimes across over 50 U. S. cities from 2020 to 2024. The study dug into where these guns came from and how their origins have changed over time. One big concern is the rise of 3D-printed guns. The

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Dec 17 2025HEALTH

Sunlight and Kids: Why Many in India Still Lack Vitamin D

In India, where the sun shines bright, you'd think kids would have plenty of vitamin D. But that's not the case. Many children, from babies to pre-teens, are running low on this vital nutrient. Why? It's not just about the sun. It's about what kids eat, how they live, and even where they live. A re

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Dec 17 2025RELIGION

Faith Journeys: Why Some Stay and Others Drift Away

Religion plays a big role in many people's lives. But not everyone sticks with the faith they grew up with. A recent study looked into why some Americans keep their childhood religion while others change or leave it behind. The study found that how people felt about their religion as kids matters a

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Dec 17 2025OPINION

Alaska's Salmon Struggle: Who's Really to Blame?

People are pointing fingers at the trawl fleet for Alaska's salmon troubles. But the numbers tell a different story. The pollock fishery's impact on salmon runs is surprisingly small. For example, in 2023, the pollock fishery caught just 5, 627 Western Alaska chinook salmon. That's a tiny fraction c

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