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May 03 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Safety: Why Placebos Matter

The Health and Human Services department has made a surprising announcement. They want new vaccines to go through a specific type of testing before they are approved. This testing involves giving half of the participants a placebo, which is usually just a saltwater shot. This is to compare result

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May 03 2025SPORTS

A New Era Begins for the San Antonio Spurs

The San Antonio Spurs have a new leader at the helm. Mitch Johnson, who has been part of the team since 2016, is now the head coach. This change comes after Gregg Popovich, the legendary coach with the most wins in NBA history, stepped down. Popovich had a remarkable run, winning 5 NBA championships

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May 02 2025SPORTS

The Legendary Coach's New Role

The basketball world is abuzz with news that Gregg Popovich, a name synonymous with success and longevity in the NBA, is stepping down as the head coach of the San Antonio Spurs. At 76 years old, Popovich has been a cornerstone of the Spurs' organization since 1994, first as an assistant and then a

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May 02 2025POLITICS

States Fight Back: The Battle Over Climate Change Laws

The Trump administration has taken a bold step by suing four states led by Democrats. These states have laws that aim to make fossil fuel companies pay for the environmental damage they've caused. The focus is on Hawaii, New York, Vermont, and Michigan. These states are trying to hold oil companies

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May 02 2025BUSINESS

The Price Tag on Cheap Chinese Goods

The United States is set to close a significant trade loophole, which will have a direct impact on the pricing strategies of popular Chinese online retailers like Shein and Temu. This loophole, known as the "de minimis" exemption, has allowed these companies to ship low-value items to the US without

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May 02 2025POLITICS

North Carolina's Political Power Shift

In North Carolina, a quiet change happened at the end of the last legislative session. Republicans snuck in a new rule. This rule gave the state auditor the job of picking the state elections board. Before this, governors had been in charge of this task since 1901. Critics saw this move as a clear a

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May 02 2025BUSINESS

Xbox Prices Climb: What's Behind the Sudden Jump?

In today's tech world, price changes happen all the time. But when a big name like Microsoft raises prices on popular items, it's worth taking a closer look. Recently, Microsoft announced that Xbox consoles, games, and accessories will cost more in the United States and Canada. The company pointed t

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May 02 2025ENVIRONMENT

Heat Resistant Rice: A Genetic Breakthrough

The world is warming up. This is a fact. And it's affecting our food. Rice is a staple for many. But it's sensitive to heat. Too much heat can ruin the crop. This means less rice and poorer quality. But there's hope. Scientists have found a single gene. This gene helps rice handle the heat. It's a b

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May 01 2025ENVIRONMENT

Environmental Setbacks: A Rapid Rollback

The past 100 days have witnessed a swift and sweeping reversal of environmental protections in the US. This administration has taken 145 actions to undo rules that safeguard clean air, water, and climate stability. This is more than what was done in the entire first term. This rapid pace of chang

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May 01 2025BUSINESS

Starbucks: The Human Touch Returns

Starbucks is making a significant change in its approach to customer service. The coffee giant is set to open its first 3D-printed store, but it is also taking a step back from heavy automation. The big news is that Starbucks is planning to hire thousands of new baristas. This decision comes after r

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