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Jul 11 2025HEALTH

What Matters Most After Surviving Severe Breathing Trouble?

Surviving a serious lung condition in the hospital's intensive care unit can change lives forever. Many people face lasting problems, known as post-intensive care syndrome (PICS). But what do these survivors and their caregivers think is most important for recovery? A study tried to find out. It as

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Jul 11 2025HEALTH

Heart Health Check-Up: Room for Improvement in New Zealand

In New Zealand, managing cholesterol levels after a heart attack is crucial. The focus is on low-density lipoprotein (LDL), often called "bad" cholesterol. After a first heart attack, doctors aim to keep LDL in check to prevent further issues. However, there's a gap in how well this is being done.

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Jul 11 2025POLITICS

Louisiana Faces Health Care Cuts as Democrats Rally Against Trump's Tax Law

Democrats are making a bold move to challenge President Donald Trump's new tax and spending law. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is leading the charge, heading to Louisiana for a town hall meeting. This isn't just any state—it's home to two key Republican leaders, Speaker Mike Johnson and Majo

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Jul 10 2025POLITICS

Birthright Citizenship: A Judge's Stand Against Trump's Policy

A federal judge has taken a significant step to block President Donald Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship. Judge Joseph Laplante ruled that Trump's executive order goes against the 14th Amendment and long-standing legal precedents. This decision is crucial because it comes after the Supre

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Jul 10 2025POLITICS

Weather Chief Nominee Faces Senate Scrutiny Amid Flooding Crisis

The Senate is set to grill Neil Jacobs, President Trump's choice to head the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), during a confirmation hearing. This comes just days after severe flash floods devastated central Texas, raising questions about the agency's preparedness and resources

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Jul 10 2025SCIENCE

Space Science at Risk: Former NASA Leaders Fight for Funding

Seven former heads of NASA's science programs have joined forces to protest a huge budget cut. They want Congress to say no to a 47% reduction in NASA's 2026 science budget. This cut could stop many space missions and hurt thousands of scientists and engineers. It could also make the U. S. fall behi

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Jul 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's New Flip Phones: More Choices, More Questions

Samsung has just launched two new flip phones, the Z Flip 7 and the Z Flip 7 FE. The Z Flip 7 FE is a cheaper version of the Z Flip 7. It has a simpler cover screen design. It costs $899, which is less than the Z Flip 7's $1, 099 price tag. But it's still more expensive than Motorola's Razr, which s

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Workplace Well-being at Risk: Federal Cuts Threaten Mental Health Progress

In Connecticut, construction workers who complete addiction treatment are paired with a recovery coach. This coach checks in daily, attends recovery meetings, and helps them reintegrate into work for a year. Meanwhile, in Pennsylvania, doctors applying for credentials at Geisinger hospitals are not

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Jul 08 2025BUSINESS

A Sweet Change at Hershey: New CEO Brings Fresh Flavors

Kirk Tanner, who recently led Wendy's, is now taking the helm at Hershey. This move comes as Michele Buck steps down after nearly two decades with the company. Tanner's background is impressive, with over three decades at PepsiCo, where he oversaw their North American beverages division. His shift t

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Jul 08 2025HEALTH

Unraveling Heart Inflammation: A Closer Look at South Africa's Acute Myocarditis Cases

Acute myocarditis (AM) is a serious condition where the heart muscle becomes inflamed. A recent study in South Africa, known as CAMISA, is trying to figure out how this condition shows up, what causes it, and how patients fare. This research is crucial because understanding these aspects can lead to

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