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Nov 26 2024OPINION

The Hidden Truth: China's Car Attack and the Fight for Information

In China, a tragic car attack in Zhuhai killed 35 people and hurt 43 more. This wasn't just a sad event; it was also a story that many Chinese people didn't get to hear because their government, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), quickly hid it. They removed online posts, flowers, and even stopped f

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Does Missing a Meal Affect Your Brain?

You might think that skipping a meal could make you feel dizzy and less sharp. But what does science say? A study divided people into three groups: those who went without food for 3 hours, those who fasted for 12 hours, and a group that got a protein shake right after. Afterward, everyone took a bra

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Nov 26 2024CRIME

Subway Showdown: A Morning Ride Turns Violent

Imagine this: you're on your way to work, minding your own business, when suddenly, your knee accidentally brushes against the person next to you. Not a big deal, right? Wrong. For one New Yorker, this simple accident turned into a full-blown brawl. Alexander, a 42-year-old finance guy, was riding

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Nov 26 2024RELIGION

Religious Beliefs and Military Service: A Complex Relationship

Rabbi Avi Goldberg, a respected community figure, passed away last month while fighting in Israel's recent conflict with Hezbollah. He saw his military service as a religious duty, a view shared by many observant Jews in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Since the outbreak of war in October 2023, num

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Nov 26 2024CRIME

Spotting Trouble Online: AI and Persian Social Media

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in domestic violence discussions on Persian social media. Experts didn't want to miss any signs, so they turned to AI for help. First, they used topic modeling to figure out what people were talking about. Then, they combined multiple algorithms to create a power

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Nov 26 2024CRIME

Thai Cops Bust 'Phishing Truck' Gang Sending Fake Messages

Imagine this: a truck driving around Bangkok, not selling ice cream or goods, but blasting out fake SMS messages. This isn't a sci-fi movie plot, but a real-life story. Thai authorities recently nabbed a group of scammers who were using a sophisticated setup to trick people. These scammers had a mo

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Nov 25 2024BUSINESS

Macy's Uncovers Hidden Expenses, Delays Earnings Report

Earlier this month, Macy's stumbled upon a significant financial hiccup. One of their employees, in charge of small package delivery expense accounting, had been intentionally hiding expenses. This sneaky maneuver led to an underreporting of costs, amounting to anywhere between $132 million and $154

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Nov 25 2024CRIME

A Surprising Theft: How a Couple Allegedly Stole Thousands from Lululemon

In Minnesota, a couple was recently arrested after being accused of stealing a massive amount of Lululemon goods. Jadion Richards, 44, and Akwele Lawes-Richards, 45, from Connecticut, are suspected of orchestrating and carrying out the thefts. How did they allegedly do it? By using clever tricks lik

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Nov 25 2024ENVIRONMENT

Air Pollution in Schools: A Closer Look in Hawassa City

Air pollution is a big problem, especially for kids. There aren't many studies on this in African schools, so researchers took a look at primary schools in Hawassa, Ethiopia. They checked for tiny particles (PM2. 5 and PM10) and harmful gases (NO2, CO, and SO2) in the air. They used special meters t

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Nov 25 2024OPINION

Unsolicited Advice: How It Affects Women's Self-Perception

You might have heard of the term "mansplaining" – where someone, often a man, explains something to a woman in a condescending or overbearing manner. Researchers in the U. S. wanted to find out how unsolicited advice affects women. They ran two studies: one using hypothetical scenarios and the other

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