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May 20 2025HEALTH

Fall Vaccine Shifts: Who Gets the Shot?

The Food and Drug Administration is gearing up for significant changes in how Covid vaccines are distributed and who can receive them this fall. The FDA is pushing for new clinical trials that include placebo groups. This means some participants will receive the actual vaccine, while others get a h

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May 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

Apple's Next Big Thing: What's Brewing with the iPhone 17?

Apple's new iPhone 17 is generating a lot of excitement, but not just for the typical upgrades. There's talk of a super-thin iPhone 17 Air with advanced battery technology. The iPhone 17 Pro is also expected to get some attention with a camera upgrade and more memory. First, let's talk about when t

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May 20 2025SPORTS

Gridiron Pushback: The Fight to Keep the Tush Push Alive

The Philadelphia Eagles are making a strong case to keep the "tush push" play in the NFL. This play involves the quarterback taking a snap and diving forward, while teammates push him from behind, much like a rugby scrum. The Green Bay Packers want to ban this play, arguing it's about player safety

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May 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Heat and Our Eco-Friendly Choices

Urban areas in tropical regions, such as Singapore, are experiencing rapid temperature increases. This is due to a combination of climate change and urban growth. The intense heat and humidity make it challenging for cities to promote eco-friendly habits. Many people understand the importance of env

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May 20 2025WEATHER

Weather Shifts: What to Expect This Week

Weather patterns are about to take a turn. Expect a mix of storms, cooler temperatures, and a drop in humidity. The weather is set to change starting this afternoon. Isolated thunderstorms are likely as a cold front approaches from the west. This front is expected to pass through by Wednesday morni

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May 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Weathering the Storm: How Climate Change Could Hit Homeowners' Wallets

The impact of climate change is not just about rising temperatures and melting ice caps. It's also about the money in your pocket. The financial fallout from extreme weather events could be massive for homeowners and lenders alike. The financial risks tied to climate change are often overlooked.

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May 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Shifting Seasons: How Trees Are Changing in Illinois

Over nearly three decades, from 1993 to 2021, researchers tracked the seasonal changes of 22 different types of plants in a mature forest near Urbana, Illinois. This wasn't just about watching leaves change color. It was about understanding how climate change is affecting the timing of these changes

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May 20 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Shifts: What's Changing and Why?

The nation's vaccine landscape is undergoing significant changes. At the heart of these shifts is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He has promised to work within the existing system. However, his team is hinting at major overhauls. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is preparing to roll out a new appro

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May 20 2025HEALTH

Caring for ALS Patients: The Challenge of Cough and Secretions

ALS, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, is a tough disease. It makes muscles weak, including those that help with breathing and coughing. This leads to problems with coughing and secretions, which are mucus and other fluids that build up in the lungs. For healthcare workers, managing these issues is

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May 20 2025HEALTH

What Makes Kids' Obesity Programs Work?

How do you stop kids from gaining too much weight? It's a big question. Many programs try to answer it. They focus on getting kids to move more and eat better. But do these programs really work? And if they do, what makes them successful? Researchers looked at 204 different programs. They wanted to

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