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Jan 16 2025SCIENCE

The Race to Revive Extinct Animals: Dream or Reality?

Bringing extinct animals back to life is not just a fantasy anymore. Thanks to advancements in genetic engineering and synthetic biology, companies like Colossal Biosciences are working on resurrecting creatures like the woolly mammoth and dodo. Recently, they secured a massive $200 million investme

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Legislators Share Plans with S. C. Businesses

In Columbia, business leaders from across South Carolina gathered to hear from state legislators about their plans for the upcoming session. The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce hosted this event, giving lawmakers a chance to share their goals and vision for the state. House Minority Leader Todd

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Jan 16 2025ENVIRONMENT

Whale Protections on Hold: Last-Minute Rule Change

In a surprising last-minute move, the U. S. government has decided to drop a plan to protect endangered North Atlantic right whales from ship collisions. These whales, of which fewer than 380 are left, were supposed to get better protection off the East Coast. A proposal to slow down ships near thei

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Vought's Vision: Streamline Government, Empower President

Russ Vought, the nominee for the White House budget chief, stirred things up during his Senate hearing. He believes the president should have the power to fire federal workers with ease. Additionally, he thinks the president should be able to use Congress' money if it benefits the president's agenda

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Jan 16 2025HEALTH

Transgender People in Brazil: Violence at Home

In Brazil, transgender individuals often face intimate partner violence, or IPV. A recent study looked into this issue from 2015 to 2021. The goal? To figure out what makes some trans people more vulnerable to IPV and why some face it repeatedly. Plus, they wanted to know how often these folks get h

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Do Beliefs on Gender Equality Affect Abuse in Relationships?

Ever wondered if a man's views on gender equality could be linked to his actions in his relationships? Researchers in California decided to find out. They looked into how men's beliefs on gender equality relate to their self-reported instances of intimate partner violence, or IPV for short. IPV is a

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

What Will Trump’s New Term Mean for Animal Testing?

When it comes to science, Democrats and Republicans often clash. But one thing they do agree on is the uncertainty about animal testing. Some love it, some hate it. President Trump's reign might cut funding for such research, which could be great for animals. But will it really help science? Let's l

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Jan 16 2025HEALTH

Discovering Apple Cider Vinegar: Health Benefits and Home Uses

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been a staple in kitchens and medicine cabinets for centuries. It's made by fermenting apples, sugar, and yeast, forming acetic acid – the key ingredient responsible for its strong smell and taste. This natural acid can do wonders for your health and household chores.

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Idaho Hospital Seeks Court Protection for Emergency Abortions

St. Luke’s Health System, Idaho's largest healthcare provider, has filed a lawsuit against Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador. They're seeking a federal court order to protect doctors from the state's near-total abortion ban when performing emergency procedures. The lawsuit comes as the Biden admi

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Jan 16 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Changes on the Horizon: Trump's Day One Plans

President-elect Donald Trump is set to make big moves in the crypto world on his first day in office. A source close to his transition team revealed that he might tackle two key issues: debanking and the repeal of a policy called SAB121. This policy forces banks to count digital assets as liabilitie

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