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Dec 16 2025SCIENCE

Bermuda's Secret: A Giant Rock Raft Keeping the Island Afloat

Bermuda is a puzzle. It's an island that shouldn't be there. Normally, when volcanoes stop erupting, the land sinks. But not Bermuda. It's been over 30 million years since its volcanoes last erupted, yet it's still standing tall. Scientists have found a secret beneath Bermuda. They discovered a hug

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Dec 16 2025WEATHER

Seattle's River Rising: A Flood of Troubles

Heavy rain has caused a levee to break near Seattle. This has led to evacuations in the area. The levee was supposed to protect over 30, 000 people. But now, the Green River is rising fast. It's the highest it's been in 60 years. The rain is not stopping. More is expected this week. This could make

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Dec 16 2025POLITICS

Trump Takes BBC to Court Over Edited Speech Clips

Donald Trump, the former U. S. President, has taken legal action against the BBC. He claims the broadcaster defamed him by editing his speech from January 6, 2021. The edited clips made it seem like he urged supporters to storm the U. S. Capitol. Trump is asking for $5 billion in damages for each o

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Dec 16 2025HEALTH

Healthcare Costs Rise: What's Next for ACA Shoppers?

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is in a tough spot. Congress can't agree on extending subsidies, and people are feeling the pinch. With open enrollment in full swing, many are worried about higher costs. A recent poll shows that half of the people who use the ACA say a $1, 000 increase in their health

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Dec 16 2025HEALTH

Boosting Sesame Seeds: A Tiny Twist for Big Health Benefits

Sesame seeds, those tiny powerhouses in your kitchen, might soon get a health makeover. Scientists have been experimenting with a clever idea: mixing proanthocyanidins (PA) from Chinese quince into roasted black sesame seeds. They tested different amounts, from 20 mg to 60 mg per 100 g, at various s

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Dec 16 2025BUSINESS

PayPal's Big Move into Banking: What It Means for Small Businesses

PayPal, a well-known payments company based in San Jose, California, has taken a significant step by applying for a bank charter. This move is part of a larger trend where financial technology (fintech) and cryptocurrency companies are seeking bank charters to grow their services. The application w

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Dec 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Driving in the Wild: How Our Brains Handle Unexpected Weather on Grassland Roads

Grassland roads in Inner Mongolia are quiet and straightforward, perfect for testing self-driving cars. But, cows and sheep often wander onto the road, and sandstorms or snow can suddenly appear. These surprises make it hard for self-driving cars to handle everything on their own. Right now, these c

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Dec 16 2025ENVIRONMENT

Plastic Pollution: A Problem We Can Solve

Plastic pollution is a growing problem. Right now, a garbage truck's worth of plastic is dumped into the environment every second. That's a lot of waste. And it's only going to get worse. By 2040, plastic production is expected to increase by more than 50 percent. But waste management won't keep up.

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Dec 16 2025HEALTH

How Families Can Use Tech to Stay Healthy

Fitness and nutrition apps are everywhere. They promise to help people move more and eat better. But do they really work? Especially for kids and teens, the answer is not clear. Behavior change is tough. It's not just about the individual. It's about the people around them. Family matters. So, why n

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Dec 16 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's New Pickleball Paddle: A Surprising Hit

Tesla, known for its electric cars and futuristic tech, has ventured into a new area: pickleball. They recently launched a limited-edition paddle called the Tesla Plaid. It costs $350 and sold out in just three hours. This isn't Tesla's first lifestyle product, but it is their first foray into tradi

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