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Apr 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Harry Potter: The TV Show That's Got Everyone Talking

Harry Potter is coming to TV, and it's a big deal. The show, set to air on HBO, will bring J. K. Rowling's beloved books to life in a new way. It's a bold move, considering the books have already been turned into hugely successful movies. But there's a catch: the movies left out a lot of details fro

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Apr 18 2025POLITICS

The CFPB's Fate Hangs in the Balance

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is in a tough spot. A federal judge has put a hold on a plan to fire a huge chunk of its staff. This move comes from the Trump administration, which has been trying to reshape the bureau since taking office. The CFPB was created after the 2008 financia

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Apr 18 2025SCIENCE

How Safe Is Your Milk? The Hidden Dangers of Tick-Borne Encephalitis

Tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV) is a nasty virus that can sneak into the human body through tick bites. But here is a twist: it can also lurk in unpasteurized milk and dairy products from infected animals. Most often, goat milk or cheese is the culprit in food-borne TBE cases. This is a serious

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Apr 18 2025BUSINESS

A Biotech Firm's Pivot: 90% Job Cuts and a Shift in Strategy

Mural Oncology plc, a biotech firm based in Waltham, is undergoing a major overhaul. The company has decided to halt the development of its primary cancer treatment, nemvaleukin. This move is part of a broader strategy to explore new directions for the firm. The decision to stop developing nemvaleu

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Apr 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI Mix-Up: How a Bot's Lie Sparked a Developer Revolt

A recent event highlighted the risks of relying too heavily on AI. A developer using the popular AI-powered code editor Cursor encountered a peculiar issue. Switching between different devices logged them out instantly. This was a major inconvenience for programmers who often use multiple devices. W

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Apr 18 2025POLITICS

Citizenship Clash: The Supreme Court's Next Big Decision

The Supreme Court has decided to keep a hold on a controversial policy by the Trump administration. This policy aims to restrict birthright citizenship for children of people who are in the U. S. illegally. The court will hear arguments on this issue in May. This decision comes after three district

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Apr 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

Powerless Puerto Rico: A Look Into the Island's Energy Crisis

Puerto Rico found itself in the dark once again, as a major blackout hit the entire island. This wasn't just a minor hiccup; it was a full-blown power outage that left 1. 4 million people without electricity and over 400, 000 without water. The outage started around noon on Wednesday and had everyon

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Apr 17 2025HEALTH

The Struggle and Strength of Cancer Patients: Speaking Up for Themselves

When people are fighting cancer, they face big changes in their bodies and minds. It is a tough time. They often struggle with their physical abilities, mental health, and overall well-being. But there is one powerful tool that can help them navigate these challenges: speaking up for themselves. Thi

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Apr 17 2025SCIENCE

Parkinson's Patients and the Power of Magnets

Parkinson's disease patients often rely on deep brain stimulation (DBS) to manage their symptoms. This treatment involves implanting electrodes in specific brain regions to deliver electrical pulses. However, programming these devices accurately is crucial, and it typically requires knowing the exac

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Apr 16 2025POLITICS

Chaos Erupts at Georgia Town Hall

A town hall meeting in Acworth, Georgia, turned chaotic when police had to use a stun gun on two people. Three people were arrested in total. This event was hosted by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. The town hall was held in a community center. It was about 30 minutes outside of Atlanta.

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