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Jun 26 2025SPORTS

Draft Night Deals: Teams Go All-In on Risky Moves

Draft night in the NBA is always a rollercoaster. Teams wait, strategize, and sometimes make big moves. This year, a few teams went all-in on trades, showing just how much they were willing to give up to secure their top picks. The New Orleans Pelicans made headlines with a bold trade. They sent a

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

Why Do Some People Skip the Flu Shot?

In Syracuse, Italy, not enough people are getting their flu shots. This is a problem because the flu can be serious, especially for those who are more at risk. A recent study looked into why some people get vaccinated while others do not. They found that age, where you live, and your relationship st

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Jun 26 2025SCIENCE

Why Do Some Birds Stick Around Home?

In the world of birds, some young ones stay put in their family home longer than others. This is common in species where family members team up to raise chicks. Researchers looked into this behavior using data from the Seychelles warbler, a bird that lives in groups. They wanted to know what makes t

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Jun 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

Plastic Pollution: Tiny Invaders in Our Bodies

Plastic is everywhere. It's in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. But what happens when these tiny plastic bits, called microplastics, find their way into our bodies? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at samples from different organs of people who had passed away.

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Jun 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Speed vs. Screams: Who Will Win the Weekend Box Office?

This weekend, moviegoers will have a tough choice: high-octane racing or high-stakes horror. "F1: The Movie, " starring Brad Pitt, is expected to zoom past "M3GAN 2. 0, " the creepy AI doll sequel, at the box office. Experts predict "F1" will rake in between $40 million and $50 million domestically,

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Jun 26 2025SCIENCE

Decoding the Silent Conductors of Our Genes

Ever wondered why some genes are active in certain tissues but not others? Or why they behave differently in sickness compared to health? The answer might lie in the promoters, the gene's silent conductors. Promoters are like the gene's personal managers. They decide when and where a gene should be

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Jun 26 2025SPORTS

NBA Draft 2025: A Night of Surprises and Predictions

The NBA Draft 2025 is happening right now, and it's a big deal. The first round is taking place tonight at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. This year, the draft is spread over two days, just like last year. Tonight, 30 young players will find out which team they will join. The Dallas Mavericks are

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Jun 26 2025SPORTS

Sixers' Draft Moves: What's Next for the Team?

The Philadelphia 76ers are trying hard to move up to the second spot in the draft. They want to pick Dylan Harper, but it looks like the San Antonio Spurs are not willing to let go of that pick. The Spurs seem set on keeping Harper for their team's future. The Sixers might end up staying at the thi

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

Healthy Living: What Malaysians Think on Social Media

Malaysia is seeing more people with long-term health issues. These problems can be avoided or controlled by making better choices. This includes not smoking, drinking less alcohol, eating well, and staying active. Social media is now a big part of sharing health tips. Doctors and health workers are

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

Boosting Heart Health Checks with AI-Generated Sounds

Heart health is a big deal, and doctors need good tools to spot problems early. One way they do this is by listening to heart sounds. But there's a catch: not all heart conditions are easy to find. This is especially true for coronary artery disease (CAD), which is underrepresented in current datase

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