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Jul 07 2025EDUCATION

College Students and Grief: The Unfinished Business

Grief is a heavy burden for many college students. Losing someone close can shake up their world. This study looked at how unfinished feelings and keeping bonds with the deceased affect grief over time. Researchers followed students who had lost someone in the last three years. They checked in with

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Jul 06 2025SCIENCE

Seals' Secret to Deep Dives: Oxygen Over CO2

Ever wondered how seals can swim so deep and for so long without passing out? Scientists wanted to know too. They thought it had something to do with carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in the seals' bodies. After all, in humans, high CO2 levels trigger the urge to breathe. But seals don't seem to have this

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

How COVID-19 Changed Kids' Screen Time Habits

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a big impact on how kids spend their time. With schools closed and activities canceled, many children have turned to screens more than ever before. This shift in behavior raises questions about the long-term effects on kids' health and habits. Before the pandemic, kids

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Jul 06 2025SCIENCE

Pesticide's Lingering Effects on Cockroaches: A Closer Look

Cockroaches might not be everyone's favorite insects, but they play a crucial role in keeping ecosystems balanced. Unfortunately, these critters are also getting a dose of carbendazim, a common fungicide used in farming and food production. This chemical is everywhere: in water, soil, air, and even

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Jul 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's Big Foldable Gamble: Will It Pay Off?

Samsung is set to reveal new folding phones on July 9th. The company is hoping that adding the "Ultra" name to its folding phones will make a big difference. But will that be enough to convince more people to buy them? Folding phones are still a small part of the smartphone market. In 2024, they ma

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Jul 05 2025HEALTH

Boosting Healthy Eating Habits in Teenagers: A Smart Study

Teen years are a big deal. Bodies and minds are changing fast. Eating right during this time can help avoid serious health issues later in life. Think diabetes, heart problems, and even cancer. A recent study tried to figure out how to get teens to eat better. They focused on schools in Bardiya Dist

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Jul 05 2025HEALTH

Food Choices and Health in Rural China

Rural areas in China are facing a growing problem. More people are dealing with weight issues and other health problems linked to what they eat. But why is this happening? One big question is how the kinds of food available in these areas might be influencing people's health. Dietary habits in rura

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Jul 04 2025BUSINESS

French Air Traffic Controllers Strike Causes Chaos

Summer travel plans for many people were ruined. Why? Because air traffic controllers in France went on strike. This happened at the peak of the travel season. Around 40% of flights were called off. This affected all major airports in Paris. Passengers had to scramble to change their plans. The str

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Jul 04 2025LIFESTYLE

What's Open and Shut on July 4th, 2025?

July 4th, 2025, is a big deal in the U. S. It's the day Americans celebrate their independence with big parties, fireworks, and lots of food. But before you rush out, know that many places will be closed. It's a federal holiday, so government offices, banks, and some shops won't be open. Plan ahead

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Jul 04 2025POLITICS

How Politics Shaped COVID-19 Safety in South Korea

South Korea's response to COVID-19 took an interesting turn when the government changed hands. Before the pandemic, a progressive party was in charge. Then, a conservative group took over. This switch gave researchers a chance to see how different political views affected people's fear of the virus

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