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Apr 21 2025POLITICS

Harvard Under Fire: The Political Battle for University Independence

The political storm brewing around Harvard University is not just about a single institution. It's a clash that reflects a broader struggle between conservative ideologies and academic freedom. The conflict began with a podcast discussion in 2021, where far-right blogger Curtis Yarvin and former Tru

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Apr 21 2025RELIGION

The Legacy of a Modern Pope

The Catholic Church has lost its leader, Pope Francis, at the age of 88. Francis, originally Jorge Mario Bergoglio, was born in Argentina and became the first pope from the Americas. He was elected in 2013, taking the name Francis in honor of the 13th-century Italian monk. His papacy was marked by s

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Why Are Women Missing in Orthopedic Surgery?

There is a noticeable gap in the number of women in orthopedic surgery. This is true all over the world. The number of female medical students is rising. Yet, few women choose to specialize in orthopedics. This is a puzzle. Why is this happening? Is it because of the nature of the work? Or is it due

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Can Brain Zaps Boost Social Skills in Kids with Autism?

The world of autism research is always buzzing with new ideas. One recent study has been looking into transcranial pulsed current stimulation, or tPCS. This fancy term refers to a technique that uses gentle electrical pulses to stimulate the brain. The goal? To see if it can help kids with autism sp

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

The Active Lives of Young People on the Spectrum

The HUNT Study in Norway has been looking into how young people with autism move around throughout the day. This study is important because it shows how physical activity, screen time, and sleep vary among autistic youth, those with ADHD, and the general youth population. The study used data from

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Binge-Watching Blues: How Streaming Services Impact Medical Students

The pandemic brought many changes, but one of the most noticeable was the boom in streaming services. Young adults, especially those in college, have been big fans of this shift. However, this trend has sparked concerns about its effects on their well-being. Let's dive into how this trend is affecti

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Why Do Elderly Folks Fall? A Closer Look

Falls among older adults are a big deal. They happen a lot, and they can lead to serious problems. But what makes someone more likely to fall? That is a question that has been asked many times. Many studies have looked at this issue, but most have focused on just one or two factors. This study too

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Apr 21 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Big Test: Can Musk Steer the Company Back on Track?

One of Tesla's biggest fans on Wall Street thinks it's time for Elon Musk to change how he talks about his electric car company. With Tesla getting ready to share its earnings after the bell on Tuesday, Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives thinks Musk needs to use this moment to turn things around. T

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Apr 21 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mystery of Motor Skills in Autism

Autism spectrum disorders, or ASDs, are a group of conditions that affect how a person communicates and interacts with others. They also bring challenges in motor skills, which are the abilities needed for movements like walking, grasping objects, or even facial expressions. These motor skills are v

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Apr 21 2025POLITICS

Easter Truce? Not So Fast

The Easter weekend was supposed to bring a pause in the fighting between Ukraine and Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a temporary ceasefire, starting Saturday evening and lasting until Monday morning. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a different story to tell. He

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