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Apr 06 2025POLITICS

Ukraine Under Fire: The Latest Russian Missile Strikes

Ukraine faced another wave of Russian missile strikes on April 6, 2025. The attacks hit multiple regions, including the capital Kyiv, where at least one person lost their life. The city's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, confirmed the casualty and reported injuries and fires in non-residential buildings. Th

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Apr 06 2025HEALTH

9/11 Heroes Get a Break, But Fight Isn't Over

The World Trade Center Health Program got a lifeline. The program's boss, Dr. John Howard, was brought back after a big fuss. This program is crucial for the 9/11 first responders and survivors. It helps them get the medical care they need. Without it, many would struggle to get treatment for th

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Apr 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

How to Make AI Work for Us and the Planet

In the 1940s, a company started making cooking oil in a small town in India. Today, that company, Wipro, is a giant in the tech world. It operates in 167 countries and has nearly a quarter of a million employees. The company's focus has shifted from cooking oil to IT and now to AI. Kiran Minnasandra

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Apr 06 2025HEALTH

Navigating Data Challenges in Global Mental Health Research

In today's world, research, especially publicly funded, operates with a shared data model. This means researchers act as caretakers, not owners, of valuable data. The goal is to share this data as widely as possible. However, when dealing with sensitive health information, things get tricky. Balanci

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Apr 06 2025POLITICS

Coal Country's Safety Worries

In the heart of coal country, there's a growing unease. The Department of Government Efficiency has its sights set on trimming costs, and that includes shutting down several offices of the Mine Safety and Health Administration. This move has raised eyebrows, especially among those who remember the U

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Apr 06 2025HEALTH

Power Plays: How Influence Shapes Health Teamwork in Developing Countries

In the realm of global health, working together across different sectors is key to tackling big issues. This is especially true in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). However, power struggles between groups can make or break these collaborations. A recent study dug deep into how these power dy

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

The Uncertain Future of Health Programs

The Department of Health and Human Services is in turmoil. It's not just about the recent mass layoffs. It's about the programs that are now at risk. Programs that deal with mental health, smoking effects, and birth defects. These programs were set up by Congress. They get money from Congress too. B

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

A Man's Fight to Return Home After a Mistake

A young man from El Salvador is stuck in a tough spot. Kilmar Abrego Garcia, 29, was sent back to his home country by mistake. He was living and working in Maryland, USA. He had a permit to be there. He even had a job as a sheet metal apprentice. But now, he's in a prison in El Salvador. This is a p

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Apr 05 2025EDUCATION

Standing Up for Public Schools: A Fight for Education

The battle to preserve public education is heating up. A prominent senator is taking a stand against efforts to weaken the Department of Education. This person is rallying support from students, parents, and educators nationwide. The senator launched a campaign to shine a light on the real-

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

Global Protests Target Tesla: What You Need to Know

On March 29, a significant global event is planned. Groups are organizing to protest outside Tesla locations. These protests are not about causing harm. Instead, they aim to send a message. The message is clear: they want people to stop supporting Tesla. This is because they believe Tesla's success

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