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May 20 2025POLITICS

The First Lady's Fight Against Online Exploitation

The White House saw a significant event on a Monday afternoon. The president and the first lady stood together in the Rose Garden. Their mission? To bring a new law to life. This law is all about protecting people from a nasty problem: revenge porn. It is a form of online abuse that can ruin lives.

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May 20 2025HEALTH

Who Knows Best? ADHD Self-Assessments by Teens

The question of who can best spot ADHD symptoms in teens has been a hot topic. It is important to know how well teens can spot their own ADHD symptoms. A recent study looked into this by comparing self-assessments with those from parents and clinicians. The goal was to see how much agreement ther

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May 20 2025BUSINESS

Genetic Data on the Move: Regeneron's Big Buy

A major shift is happening in the world of genetic data. Regeneron, a big name in biotechnology, is stepping in to buy 23andMe, a company known for its DNA testing kits. The price tag? A cool $256 million. This move comes as 23andMe faces bankruptcy, but Regeneron has plans to keep the company runni

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May 20 2025EDUCATION

How Early Language Skills Shape Indigenous Kids' School Success

A recent study dug into how kids talk and communicate in their early years. It focused on Indigenous Australian children. The goal was to see if these early language skills could predict how well they would do in school later on. Many people might think that school success is all about what happe

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May 20 2025SCIENCE

Why Are Men Taller Than Women? A Genetic Mystery

Men stand taller than women on average, by about five inches. This isn't universal across all species, though. So, what makes humans different? A recent study, which gathered genetic data from a million individuals, might have some answers. The study zeroed in on a gene called SHOX. This gene is li

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May 20 2025POLITICS

Lawyer's Arrest Sparks Fears of Growing Authoritarianism in El Salvador

El Salvador has recently seen a troubling event unfold. A well-known lawyer, Ruth Eleonora López, was taken into custody. She is known for her outspoken criticism of President Nayib Bukele. This arrest has raised eyebrows among human rights groups. They see it as a sign of increasing authoritarian t

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May 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

Deepfakes: New Law Protects Victims from AI Harms

Deepfakes, especially those of a sexual nature, have become a growing problem. These are images where someone's face is placed onto a nude body using artificial intelligence. This has affected many people, from celebrities like Taylor Swift to high school students across the country. After months of

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May 20 2025POLITICS

The New Face of Religious Freedom in America

The political landscape of America is shifting. The country has seen a significant push to blend religion and politics. This has sparked both praise and concern among different groups. At the heart of this shift is the creation of several faith-related offices. These offices are designed to promote

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May 20 2025SCIENCE

Nitrogen's Hidden Impact on Salt Marsh Gases

Salt marshes are more than just scenic landscapes. They play a crucial role in the atmosphere by acting as both sources and sinks for halomethanes. These are gases like CH3Cl and CH3Br, which are notorious for their part in ozone layer depletion. Understanding how these gases behave is vital, especi

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May 20 2025BUSINESS

A Giant Leap in Genetic Data Protection

One major player in the genetic testing world, 23andMe, has made a significant move. They sold their massive genetic data bank to a drug company, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals. The deal is worth 256 million dollars. This data bank holds genetic information from around 15 million people. The sale happene

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