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Aug 01 2025POLITICS

Public Broadcasting Faces Uncertain Future After Funding Cut

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is winding down its operations after losing federal funding, a move that could have big ripples. This group, which has been around for nearly 60 years, helps support public media, including PBS and NPR. Most of the CPB's staff will be let go by the end

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Aug 01 2025HEALTH

Chatbots in Healthcare: Why Clear Rules Matter

Chatbots are becoming popular in healthcare. They offer advice on health topics. But, there's a problem. Different studies on chatbot health advice (CHA) report things in different ways. This makes it hard to understand and compare them. Why does this happen? Well, there are no set rules for report

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Aug 01 2025HEALTH

Keeping Your Mind Sharp: Simple Habits for a Healthier Brain

Keeping your brain healthy as you get older doesn't have to be complicated. A recent study shows that small, consistent changes can make a big difference. Over two years, more than 2, 000 adults aged 60 to 79 were followed. They were encouraged to move more, stay socially connected, manage their hea

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Jul 31 2025CELEBRITIES

Ozzy Osbourne's Final Resting Place: A Rock Legend's Farewell

Ozzy Osbourne, the rock legend, was laid to rest on Thursday, July 31st, at his mansion in Buckinghamshire, England. This private ceremony followed a public funeral procession through Birmingham the day before. The intimate gathering included family members and notable figures from the music world,

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Jul 30 2025HEALTH

The Science Behind Stopping a Sneaky Protein

There's a tricky protein called transthyretin (TTR) that can cause big problems. When it misbehaves, it can lead to a disease called ATTR amyloidosis. This disease can hurt many parts of the body, especially the heart and nerves. The problem starts when TTR changes shape and clumps together, forming

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Jul 29 2025HEALTH

New Hope for Biliary Tract Cancer Patients: The Microbiome Connection

Biliary tract cancer (BTC) has long been a challenging disease to treat. Traditionally, doctors relied on a combination of cisplatin and gemcitabine as the go-to treatment. But things are changing. Adding durvalumab, a type of immunotherapy, to this mix has shown promising results. It's making a rea

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Jul 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

Blender's Big Move: 3D Modeling on the Go

Blender, the beloved open-source 3D modeling software, is stepping into the mobile world. For years, users have been asking for a tablet version, and now, the developers are making it happen. The plan is to bring the full power of Blender to tablets, but with a twist. They want to adapt the software

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Jul 29 2025SCIENCE

Ancient Marks: Clues to Early Human Brainpower

People have always found ways to remember things beyond their own minds. From computers to notches on sticks, these tools help us store and recall information. Scientists think humans are the only ones who do this. But what about our ancient ancestors? Did they have similar tools? Some artifacts fr

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Jul 28 2025SPORTS

Billy Donovan: The Man Behind the Bulls' Bench

Billy Donovan, the Chicago Bulls' head coach, has a story that goes beyond his strategic plays and sideline presence. Born and raised in Rockville Centre, New York, his Irish-American heritage and Catholic upbringing have significantly influenced his life and career. The Donovan name carries a rich

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Jul 28 2025SPORTS

Caitlin Clark: The WNBA's Rising Star and Her Celebrity Backers

Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever's standout guard, has quickly become a major force in the WNBA. Her impressive performances, including two All-Star selections and a spot on the All-WNBA First Team in just her sophomore year, have made her a fan favorite. But her impact goes beyond the court. Clark

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