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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Why Does Scratching Feel Good When It Makes Things Worse?

Scratching an itch can feel really satisfying, but unfortunately, it might not be the best idea. Ever wondered why we have the urge to scratch an itch even though it makes things worse? Scientists at a university in Pittsburgh wanted to figure out this mystery. They conducted expe

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

Pilot Panic- Midnight Air and Helicopter Blaster

Imagine this: It's a chilly Wednesday night. Two flights, one carrying 64 people, the other 3, were on a straight path to a crash. The tragic event involved the U. S. 's FAA chief. Tensions were high as the Fed could not provide a new chief. The place was a mess. Chris Rocheleau, with his 22 year

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

Trump: Diversity Hiring Blamed for Deadly Helicopter Crash Isn't it a little too soon to point fingers

The nation was still in shock. The deadliest aviation disaster in over two decades had killed 67 people. The nation was in shock. The crash site, the Potomac River, was a grim scene of wreckage and debris. A midair collision between a helicopter and a commercial airliner had occurred. People were

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Jan 31 2025HISTORY

Tragic Midair Collision in the US

Recent collision between an American Airlines plane and a US Army helicopter in the Potomac River near Washington, D. C. , resulted in no survivors. In the last few decades, events of planes crashing in the United States have become rare. The last severe crash happened in 2009, nea

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

Fireworks Erupt as Trump's Nominees Face Tough Questions

Imagine a room filled with Senate members poised to grill some of President Trump's nominees. The three nominees, who have gained attention for their controversial views, are Tulsi Gabbard for the director of national intelligence, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for the head of Health and Human Services and

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Jan 31 2025SPORTS

Skating family in tears

A tragic accident destroyed the community of figure skaters where six members from the famous Boston Skating Club were killed when their plane hit a military helicopter in Washington, DC, most of them were teenage girl skaters and the parents of a current US national training skater. There was pai

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Jan 31 2025ENVIRONMENT

How a Chinese Crab Fights Off Pesticide Harm

The tiny Chinese mitten crabs are in danger. Scientists dug deep to see how one type of pesticide, called avermectin or AVM, affects these small creatures. For the first time, they examined the spines signaling pathways, which boost protection against damage caused by harmful chemicals. It is usef

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Jan 27 2025HEALTH

Beating Procrastination: Tips from Those Who've Done It

Procrastination can feel like a never-ending cycle, but some people have found ways to break free. Sam Finch, now 33, faced a tough time when he was offered a director's position. Despite caring deeply about the job, he felt overwhelmed and ended up in bed, skipping meetings and blowing deadlines. H

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

Colombian President Stands His Ground, Faces U. S. Repercussions

In a surprising turn of events, U. S. President Donald Trump announced a series of punitive measures against Colombia on Sunday. These actions came in response to Colombia's refusal to accept two U. S. military flights carrying deported migrants. Trump argued that Colombian President Gustavo Petro's

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Jan 27 2025BUSINESS

A Closer Look at the Embraer Phenom 100EV and EX

First flying in 2008, Embraer's Phenom 100 is the entry-level business jet for the Brazilian manufacturer. It has evolved in many ways. The Phenom 100E added spoilers for better performance. Its successor, the 100EV, swapped engines for more thrust and updated avionics. The latest model, the 100EX,

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