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May 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Measuring Everyday Digital Skills

In today's world, digital tools are everywhere. They help with all sorts of tasks that people do every day. These tasks are often called instrumental activities of daily living, or IADLs. IADLs include things like managing money, using a computer, or handling medications. But how do we know if someo

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May 28 2025HEALTH

Gut Bugs and Genes: Unraveling Stomach Cancer Risks

Gastric cancer is a tricky foe. It's sneaky, and it's often hard to spot until it's too late. But what if scientists could find a way to predict who's at risk? That's where genetics and transcriptomics come in. Transcriptomics is like a detective's toolkit for studying genes. It looks at all the me

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May 28 2025HEALTH

Latino Men and Prostate Cancer: The Generation Gap

Prostate cancer is a big deal among Latino men in the U. S. There are some striking differences between those born in the U. S. and those who migrated from other countries. The numbers show that U. S. -born Latino men have a higher chance of getting prostate cancer. This is a fact that needs more

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May 28 2025HEALTH

Hispanic Elders and Exercise: A New Approach to Brain Health

The Hispanic community in the United States is at a higher risk of dementia compared to non-Hispanic whites. This is a serious issue that needs to be tackled. One way to help reduce this risk is through physical activity. However, there is a problem. The exercise programs that are available do n

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May 27 2025BUSINESS

Consumer Hope Rises After Tariff Worries Ease

In May, Americans felt a bit more optimistic about the economy. This shift came after five months of declining confidence, which hit a low point in April. The main reason for the earlier pessimism? Worries about the impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs. The Conference Board's consumer confide

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May 27 2025CELEBRITIES

A Night of Surprises and Big Wins at the AMAs

The American Music Awards in Las Vegas was a night filled with unexpected moments and major wins. The event was hosted by Jennifer Lopez, who managed to steal the show with her energetic performances and a few controversial moves. Lopez danced to a mix of popular songs, but it was her kiss with both

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May 27 2025POLITICS

New Visa Rules: How Social Media Could Affect Student Visas

The Trump administration has made a big change to student visa rules. US embassies around the world have been told to stop scheduling visa interviews for foreign students. This is part of a new plan to check the social media accounts of all international students applying for visas. The goal is t

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May 27 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's European Sales Drop: Is the Spark Fading?

Tesla is facing a tough time in Europe. Sales dropped by nearly half in April compared to the same month last year. This isn't just a small dip. It's a significant plunge. While the overall electric car market in Europe is growing, Tesla is struggling to keep up. There are several reasons for this

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May 27 2025POLITICS

Harvard University Faces Federal Funding Cuts

The Trump government has taken a significant step. It is instructing federal agencies to end any remaining contracts with Harvard University. This move comes after the government already stopped over 2. 6 billion dollars in federal research grants to the prestigious Ivy League school. Harvard has b

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May 27 2025CRIME

Liverpool's Joy Turned to Chaos

A day of celebration turned into a nightmare for Liverpool. The city was supposed to be filled with joy. Instead, it ended with a hospital full of injured people. Many were hurt when a car crashed into a crowd of excited soccer fans. The fans were there to celebrate Liverpool F. C. ’s big win in

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