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May 25 2025BUSINESS

Memorial Day 2025: What's Open and What's Closed?

Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave their lives in service to the country. It is a federal holiday that falls on the last Monday of May. This year, it is on May 26. It is also the unofficial start of summer. This means people will be hosting barbeques and pool parties. It also mea

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May 25 2025BUSINESS

The Tough Job Hunt: When Passion Meets Reality

The job market is tough right now. People are taking on any role just to get a paycheck. This isn't new, but it's becoming more common. The number of job postings is dropping, and artificial intelligence is making things even harder. Plus, there's a good chance you'll be ghosted after applying for a

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May 25 2025LIFESTYLE

Unlikely Sailor and his Feline Friend Reach Hawaii

A young man's daring voyage across the Pacific Ocean with his cat has captured attention worldwide. Oliver Widger, a 29-year-old, has successfully completed a 25-day journey from Oregon to Hawaii. This trip was not just a test of skill, but also a journey of self-discovery and resilience. Widger'

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May 25 2025SCIENCE

Light's Long Journey: Why It Doesn't Get Tired

Light is always on the move. It zooms around at a speed of 186, 000 miles per second. This speed is the same whether it's coming from a star or a flashlight. One evening, a telescope was set up in a backyard in San Diego. It was pointed at a galaxy very far from Earth. The galaxy is called the Pinwh

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May 25 2025POLITICS

Africa's Security: A New Plan for Self-Reliance

The United States is changing its approach to security in Africa. Instead of focusing on governance and root causes of conflicts, the emphasis is now on helping African nations stand on their own. This shift was evident during African Lion, the largest joint training exercise on the continent. Gener

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May 25 2025POLITICS

The Last Stand of a Ukrainian Maternity Ward

In the heart of Ukraine's Donetsk region, the city of Sloviansk stands as a testament to resilience. This is where the last functioning maternity ward in Ukrainian-controlled Donetsk operates, a beacon of hope amidst the chaos. The hospital's corridors are filled with the cries of newborns, a stark

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May 25 2025HEALTH

Bhutan's Bold Move to Train Doctors at Home

There is a small country, Bhutan. It is a landlocked nation with high mountains. Bhutan has a problem. It does not have enough doctors. This is a big issue for a country. Bhutan is not wealthy. It is considered low-middle income. Bhutan has a solution. It wants to start its own medical school. This

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May 25 2025SCIENCE

How Genes and Environment Shape Our Personality

The connection between our genes and personality is a hot topic. One interesting angle is the role of genetic risk for schizophrenia. It turns out that having a high genetic risk for schizophrenia might influence personality traits in people who don't actually develop the disorder. This is not ab

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May 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Plants Dry Out and Catch Fire

Understanding how plants burn is crucial for predicting wildfires. One key factor is how much water is in the plant's leaves, known as live fuel moisture content (LFMC). This isn't just about how wet or dry the plant is. It's about how the plant handles water loss and how that affects its ability to

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May 25 2025SPORTS

Brain Boost: How Sports Shape Our Minds

The brain's activity can change based on the type of sport a person engages in. This is a fact. However, it is not clear if these changes are the same across different sports. Also, it is not known how the length of time someone trains affects these changes. A recent study used a special

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