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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

Musk and Trump's Plan to Shake Up US Government

Elon Musk, the world's richest man, has been tapped by Donald Trump to lead a project aimed at cutting waste and inefficiency in the US government. The project, nicknamed "Doge, " is inspired by Musk's approach to streamlining Twitter after his takeover. Musk, who has been vocal about government reg

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Nov 15 2024POLITICS

COVID Rules in the US: A Different Story

When the COVID virus was first detected in the US in January 2020, the government swiftly rolled out a set of restrictions. The goal was to safeguard the elderly from what was deemed a "deadly virus" and a global health crisis. Any dissenting voices were quickly shut down and faced penalties. Intere

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Revamping Drug Treatment: A New Approach in the Philippines

In the Philippines, the need for better drug addiction treatment and rehabilitation services has been growing. To address this, the Department of Health (DOH) has introduced a new residential treatment model called INTREPRET. This model has been integrated into 21 existing DOH-owned Treatment and Re

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Nov 15 2024POLITICS

Diner Owner Questions Gov's Congestion Pricing Talks

Imagine this: you own a cozy diner in NYC, and the governor keeps dropping by, chatting with your patrons. That was the case for Tarek Soliman, owner of The Comfort Diner, before Governor Kathy Hochul's 2022 gubernatorial race. But things changed after her election. Soliman hasn't seen Hochul since,

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Nov 15 2024SCIENCE

Why Elon Musk's Quest for Efficient Science Might Miss the Mark

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have been tasked with cutting waste in government, including scientific research. Some studies, like those involving shrimp on treadmills or bobcat pee on rats, may seem pointless. But these experiments play a vital role in understanding the world around us. Science thr

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

The Memes-to-Power Story: Elon Musk and DOGE's Government Role

Imagine a world where an internet meme becomes a government department. That's what could happen if Elon Musk, the billionaire behind SpaceX and Tesla, has his way. He's been playing with the idea of a "Department of Government Efficiency" or DOGE, named after the cryptocurrency inspired by the Shib

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Nov 14 2024TECHNOLOGY

Australia to Limit Kids' Social Media Access at 16

You might be surprised to learn that the Australian government wants to ban kids under 16 from using social media. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese thinks social media is harming kids, so he wants a new law. This law, to be discussed in Parliament starting November 18, would make it tough for kids un

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's New Government Role: Hype or Hope?

Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur known for his ambitious projects, has been chosen by Donald Trump to lead a new "Department of Government Efficiency". This idea, shared on Truth Social, has piqued curiosity. Musk and his partner, Vivek Ramaswamy, a former pharmaceutical executive, are tasked

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

Ohio Lawmakers Limit Transgender Students' Bathroom Access

The Ohio Senate recently passed a bill that restricts transgender students from using bathrooms that align with their gender identity. This measure applies to both public K-12 schools and higher education institutions. The bill mandates that these facilities provide separate bathrooms, locker rooms,

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

Ohio Takes Step Toward Transgender Bathroom Ban in Schools

The Ohio Senate has just approved a bill that could change how transgender students use bathrooms and locker rooms in schools. This controversial bill now heads to Governor Mike DeWine's desk. The bill requires students from kindergarten through college to use facilities that match their sex assigne

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