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Aug 28 2025HEALTH

Opioid Progress at Risk: What's Next?

The U. S. has seen a drop in overdose deaths, a win worth celebrating. But this progress is at risk. A new law could take health insurance away from millions, including many with opioid addiction. Medicaid covers nearly half of non-elderly adults battling opioid addiction. Without it, treatment beco

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Aug 28 2025CRYPTO

Shiba Inu's Sudden Surge: What's Behind the Burn?

Shiba Inu, a popular meme coin, has seen a dramatic increase in its burn rate. This means that more coins are being permanently removed from circulation. This sudden change has caught the attention of many in the crypto world. The burn rate of Shiba Inu has gone up by a huge 508%. This is a big dea

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Aug 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Exploring AI and Nuclear Weapons: A Journalist's Mission

Joshua Keating, a seasoned journalist, has been chosen for a special fellowship. This opportunity allows him to dive deep into how artificial intelligence (AI) and nuclear weapons are connected. The Outrider Foundation, along with Journalism Funding Partners, supports this initiative. Keating will

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Aug 27 2025HEALTH

New Lessons from Teaching Drug Prevention in Georgia

Georgia took a big step in fighting drug use. They brought in the European Prevention Curriculum (EUPC). This is a program that teaches people how to stop drug problems before they start. The goal was to make sure the country's drug prevention plan worked well. First, they had to change the EUPC to

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Aug 27 2025HEALTH

Fighting Pain: A Look at Leishmaniasis Treatments in Ethiopia

In Ethiopia, a skin disease called localized cutaneous leishmaniasis (LCL) is quite common but often overlooked. Two main treatments are used: injections of a medicine called sodium stibogluconate (SSG) and a freezing method known as cryotherapy. Both treatments can be quite painful, but not much re

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Aug 27 2025CRYPTO

Why the Gemini XRP Card is a Big Meh

Cryptocurrency has come a long way. From its early days as a secretive tool for shady deals to now being a massive industry with big investments and even bigger scams. But with all the hype, one has to wonder: are we really making progress or just going in circles? Credit cards linked to crypto exc

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Aug 27 2025HEALTH

Lipid Levels and Heart Health: A Closer Look at Plaque Rupture

Heart problems are serious business. One big worry is when plaques in the arteries break open. This can cause serious trouble, like a heart attack. Doctors have been studying this for a long time. They want to find out what makes these plaques unstable. Recently, some researchers looked at lipid ra

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Aug 27 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Pup and Shiba's Rollercoaster Ride: What's Next?

Dogecoin and Shiba Inu have taken a tumble, dropping around 22% in the last month. But don't count them out just yet! Some experts think these digital coins might be gearing up for a comeback. Dogecoin, often called the "crypto pup, " has been on a bit of a journey. It's been bouncing between highe

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Aug 27 2025CRYPTO

Shiba Inu's Strong Comeback: What's Driving the Surge?

Shiba Inu, the popular meme cryptocurrency, has shown impressive resilience recently. Over the past day, it has climbed more than 2%, defying broader market trends. This uptick comes despite a rocky start to the week, when many cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, took a hit due to investor caution

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Aug 27 2025LIFESTYLE

A Pit Bull's Journey from a Scorching Crate to a Loving Home

In the heart of Pennsylvania, a pit bull mix, Redds, faced a harsh reality. He was locked in a small, metal crate outside, with barely any air flowing through. The sun beat down, turning the crate into an oven. Redds was left there, suffering from heat exhaustion and burns on his paws. The crate wa

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