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Dec 12 2025SCIENCE

China's Big Role in the Global Telescope Network

China is playing a big part in a huge global project called the Square Kilometre Array (SKA). This project is about building the world's largest radio telescopes. The SKA will create a ton of data. It's so much that one organization can't handle it all alone. So, they're teaming up with countries ar

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Dec 12 2025HEALTH

Treating Kids' Appendicitis: Medicine vs. Surgery

Appendicitis in children is a familiar issue. Traditionally, the go-to solution has been surgery to remove the inflamed appendix. However, a new approach is gaining attention: treating it with medication instead. This method, known as nonoperative management (NOM), is sparking debates among medical

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Veterans, Deportation, and the Heated Exchange in Congress

House Democrats had a lot of questions for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem during a recent hearing on global threats. One of the main topics was the treatment of veterans and military families under current immigration policies. Rep. Seth Magaziner from Rhode Island brought up the case of S

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Federal Reserve Keeps the Same Leaders: What Does This Mean?

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep all its regional bank presidents in their jobs. This might seem like a small thing, but it's actually pretty important. These presidents have a big say in setting interest rates, almost as much as the main governors do. Not long ago, there was talk about chan

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Dec 12 2025CELEBRITIES

Sparkling Green: The Story Behind Mariah Carey's Famous Emerald Jewel

A necklace once worn by Mariah Carey is about to go up for auction. It is not just any necklace. It is a symbol of wealth and celebrity. The price is set at $595, 000. But to even bid on it, you need $75, 000. That's a lot of money for a piece of jewelry. This necklace is special. It is made of 18K

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Dec 12 2025HEALTH

How Worrying Affects How We Learn From Good And Bad Experiences

People who worry a lot might learn differently from others. This isn't just about learning to fear things, but also about learning when things are safe. Researchers wanted to see if those who worry more generalize fear and safety differently than those who worry less. In two experiments, they used

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Dec 12 2025OPINION

Reflecting on Indiana's Political Past and Present

Indiana's political scene has seen better days. A long-serving state senator recently shared his thoughts on the changes he's witnessed over his nearly two decades in the General Assembly. He remembers a time when debates were heated but respectful, guided by a shared sense of purpose and Hoosier pr

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Dec 12 2025EDUCATION

Exploring the Science of Sports: A New Exhibit in Pittsburgh

A new exhibit called "Sports360" is about to open at the Kamin Science Center in Pittsburgh. This exhibit is all about the science behind sports. It will be the biggest exhibit at the center, taking up 9, 500 square feet. The exhibit has four main areas: prepare, practice, participate, and go pro.

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Dec 12 2025CRYPTO

BNB's Recent Dip: What's Happening and Why It Matters

BNB, the digital currency tied to the BNB Chain, saw its value drop by more than 2. 7% in a single day, landing at $865. This happened after the Federal Reserve made a small change to interest rates. While other investments like gold and stocks went up, cryptocurrencies took a hit, with the overall

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Why Lower Interest Rates Might Not Be the Best Idea

Howard Marks, a big name in finance, thinks the Federal Reserve might be messing with interest rates too much. He reckons that when the Fed plays around with rates, people start taking bigger risks with their money. Right now, he doesn't see why rates need to go much lower. In a chat with Bloomberg

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