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Aug 12 2025HEALTH

CDC Workers Face Uncertain Future After Recent Shootings and Budget Cuts

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is going through a tough time. Workers are feeling the pressure from recent events, including a shooting and big budget cuts. Many employees who lost their jobs are back, but things are still uncertain. Projects are on hold, and people are worried

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Aug 10 2025HEALTH

A Health Expert's Worries: Why Halting mRNA Research Could Be Risky

A former top health official has raised serious concerns about the recent decision to pause certain mRNA vaccine research. Dr. Jerome Adams, who once served as the U. S. Surgeon General, warns that this move could have dire consequences. The decision to cancel 22 mRNA vaccine projects came from Sec

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Aug 10 2025HEALTH

A Gunman's Obsession and a Slow Response

A man's strong belief in vaccine misinformation led to a violent act. Patrick Joseph White, 30, opened fire on the CDC in Atlanta. He was inside a CVS across from the CDC's main entrance. No CDC staff or civilians were hurt, but he damaged several buildings and killed a police officer. White was fou

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Aug 10 2025FINANCE

Why the National Debt Should Worry Us All

The national debt is a hot topic, and for good reason. It's growing, and that's a problem we can't ignore. Mary Childs, a journalist from Planet Money, recently shared her thoughts on why we should be concerned about this issue. In a recent discussion, Childs joined a panel that included Felix Salm

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Aug 09 2025SPORTS

Smart Moves for the 2025 Open Championship

The 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portrush is shaping up to be an exciting event for golf fans and fantasy sports enthusiasts alike. Experts are already diving into the details, analyzing everything from the course conditions to the top players. Weather and the course layout are always big factor

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Aug 07 2025POLITICS

A Day of Headlines: From Executions to Wolves and Political Drama

A man's life ended in a controversial manner on Tuesday. Byron Black, aged 69, faced lethal injection, but the process wasn't smooth. His implanted defibrillator caused extra pain during the execution. This raised questions about the ethics of the death penalty and the use of technology in such proc

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Aug 07 2025CELEBRITIES

Unveiling the Minds Behind the Spotlight

In the heart of the nation's capital, a unique podcast is taking listeners on a journey beyond the glitz and glamour of fame. "Beyond the Fame" is hosted by Jason Fraley, a seasoned entertainment reporter with WTOP. This podcast is not just another interview show; it's a deep dive into the creative

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Aug 06 2025SPORTS

ESPN Secures NFL Draft Broadcast Rights Until 2030

ESPN has locked in a deal to keep broadcasting the NFL draft through 2030. This news came out on a Wednesday morning, but the details were a bit fuzzy at first. It turns out the deal is for five years, which means it lines up with when the current NFL broadcast contracts are set to end. The deal is

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Aug 06 2025SPORTS

Paige Bueckers Shines Bright in the WNBA

Paige Bueckers, the rookie sensation from UConn, is making waves in the WNBA. She's quickly becoming a standout player, even though her team, the Dallas Wings, isn't currently looking like playoff contenders. Bueckers is averaging impressive stats: 18. 5 points, 5. 5 assists, 3. 9 rebounds, and 1. 8

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Aug 02 2025POLITICS

Public Broadcasting Faces Uncertain Future

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is shutting down. This is a big deal. The organization announced it will stop most of its work by the end of September. This comes after Congress decided to cut $1. 1 billion in funding. The CPB helps local radio and TV stations. It also supports PBS an

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