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Dec 28 2025EDUCATION

Oregon's Schools Need Money, Not Just Blame

Oregon's schools are in a tough spot. The state isn't giving them enough money, especially for schools with lots of students who need extra help. Instead of fixing the problem, the state is pointing fingers and saying schools need to be more "accountable. " But how can schools be accountable when th

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Dec 28 2025CRYPTO

Digital Money Movers: Who's on Top?

Cryptocurrencies are always changing. Bitcoin, the most well-known one, is climbing again. After a rough patch, it's slowly going up. Some think it could hit $90, 000. But crypto is unpredictable, like a rollercoaster. Shiba Inu, a coin that became popular through memes, is taking a break. Its pric

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Dec 28 2025BUSINESS

When Your Business Hits a Wall: Time to Break Old Habits

Businesses often hit a snag when the boss is too involved. This isn't a sign of failure. It's just that the habits that helped the business grow can later slow it down. The good news? This can be fixed. The catch? The boss has to make the first move. First, find the problem spots. Ask, "What stops

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Dec 28 2025HEALTH

Understanding the Shift: How Spina Bifida Patients Move to Adult Care

Moving from child to adult healthcare is a big deal for anyone, but it's especially important for those with spina bifida. A recent study looked into this transition and created a new way to measure how well it's going. They used interviews and a special coding system to figure this out. The study

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

CAR's Election: A Test of Stability and Democracy

In the Central African Republic (CAR), President Faustin-Archange Touadera is aiming for a third term in office. This is happening during national elections where he highlights improvements in security, thanks to support from Russian mercenaries and Rwandan troops. Touadera, a 68-year-old former ma

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Dec 28 2025SCIENCE

Turning Peanut Oil into Eco-Friendly Plastic with Bacteria

Bacteria can make plastic-like stuff from peanut oil. This isn't your usual plastic. It's special because it breaks down naturally and doesn't harm the environment. Scientists found a type of bacteria called Bacillus subtilis LO1. It's great at turning peanut oil into this eco-friendly plastic. Thi

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Dec 28 2025SCIENCE

Van Fish: Kidney Changes During Their Big Swim

Van fish have a tough job. They live in Lake Van, which is quite different from regular freshwater. Every year, they swim upstream to spawn, facing big changes in their environment. This journey is not easy. Scientists wanted to see how these changes affect the fish's kidneys. They looked at kidney

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Dec 28 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Worries: What's Happening with Rabies Shots in India?

Australia recently raised alarms about fake rabies vaccines in India. They said some batches of the Indian-made Abhayrab vaccine might not be real. This news came out on December 27, 2025. Australia told travelers who got the vaccine in India since November 1, 2023, to get new shots. They suggested

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Dec 28 2025SCIENCE

A New Way to Measure Lactate in Your Body

Lactate is a substance your body makes during exercise or when you're sick. Doctors need to measure it to understand your health. But there's a problem: too much lactate can mess up the tests. Scientists have found a solution. They made a tiny tool, a biosensor, to measure lactate accurately. This

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Dec 28 2025SCIENCE

Tiny Helpers in the Fight Against Cancer

In the world of cancer treatment, scientists are always looking for new ways to make therapies more effective. One exciting area of research is using tiny organisms, like bacteria, to help with a type of treatment called CAR-based immunotherapy. This therapy uses specially engineered immune cells to

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