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Jul 24 2025POLITICS

President's Unexpected Visit to the Fed Sparks Debate

The Federal Reserve, a key player in the U. S. economy, is under the spotlight as President Donald Trump plans to visit its headquarters. This visit comes as Trump and his allies question the Fed's recent building renovations, which have seen costs rise significantly. The president has been vocal ab

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Jul 24 2025CRIME

Justice Served: Football Boss and Rebel Leader Jailed for Atrocities in Central African Republic

In a landmark ruling, two men were found guilty of grave crimes in the Central African Republic (CAR). Patrice-Edouard Ngaïssona, once a prominent figure in African football, and Alfred Yekatom, a former rebel leader, were sentenced for their roles in violent attacks targeting Muslims between 2013 a

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Jul 24 2025HEALTH

Growth Hormone Therapy: A New Approach for Kids and Adults

Long-acting growth hormone (LAGH) therapy is changing the game for people with growth hormone deficiency (GHD). It's a big step forward because it means fewer injections and better treatment adherence. In Germany, three LAGH products have hit the market: lonapegsomatropin, somapacitan, and somatrog

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Jul 24 2025CRIME

Catching a Cyber Shadow: Big Bust in Ukraine

In a major win for cybercrime fighters, Ukraine just caught a big fish. They grabbed the suspected boss of XSS. is, a shady online hangout for crooks. This wasn't a quick grab. It took four years of digging, with help from France and Europol. XSS. is has been around since 2013. It's like a bad guy'

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Jul 23 2025HEALTH

How Pregnancy Hormones Affect Mom's Mind

Pregnancy is a big deal. It changes a lot in a woman's body. One thing that changes is the level of certain brain chemicals called neurosteroids. These chemicals can quickly change how brain cells work. This is important because it might affect a mom's mood during and after pregnancy. Research show

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Jul 22 2025SCIENCE

Plants' Chemical Messengers: How H2O2, NO, and H2S Help Them Cope with Stress

Plants have a clever way of handling stress. They use special molecules to send signals and protect themselves. These molecules are hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), nitric oxide (NO), and hydrogen sulphide (H2S). At high levels, they can cause damage. But in the right amounts, they help plants adapt to tou

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Jul 20 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking the Secrets of Aging: A Multiomics Approach

Aging is not just about wrinkles and gray hair. It's a complex process that affects every part of our bodies at the molecular level. Scientists have been studying aging for years, but traditional methods only scratch the surface. That's where multiomics comes in. This approach combines data from var

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Jul 20 2025HEALTH

A Drug Company and the FDA in a Heated Dispute Over Patient Safety

In a surprising turn of events, Sarepta Therapeutics has chosen to defy the FDA's request to stop distributing its gene therapy drug, Elevidys. This decision comes after three patient deaths linked to the treatment. The FDA has expressed serious concerns about the safety of the drug and has asked Sa

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Jul 20 2025WEATHER

Sizzling Days Ahead: What to Expect in the Midlands

The Midlands is bracing for a scorcher, with high temperatures and humidity sticking around until at least Monday. The culprit? A strong high-pressure system that's not letting up anytime soon. Tonight, expect a warm and muggy evening, with temperatures only dropping to the mid to upper 70s. Don't e

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Jul 19 2025HEALTH

Texting for Health: How Patients Use SMS After Leaving the Hospital

Patients are using text messages more after leaving the hospital. This is a big change in how they talk to doctors and nurses. Not all patients text the same way. Some send lots of messages. Others send just a few. This shows that each patient has their own style. Texting can help patients feel bet

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