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Nov 07 2025HEALTH

Merging Faith and Therapy: A Look at Training Psychologists in Israel

In Israel, a unique training program for clinical psychologists is tackling a big question: how do therapists balance their personal beliefs with their professional work? This program brings together people from different religious and cultural backgrounds, including Ultra-Orthodox Jews, Arab Muslim

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

A New Era for New York: Zohran Mamdani's Historic Win

Zohran Mamdani's projected win as New York City's first Muslim and South Asian mayor is a big deal. It's not just about him; it's about what this means for the city's diverse communities. Many people, especially those from South Asian and Muslim backgrounds, feel seen and represented in a way they h

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Nov 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

Celebrities Get AI Twins: What's the Deal?

Genies, a company that makes AI companions, has just rolled out new tools. These tools let celebrities and their managers create AI versions of themselves. These AI twins can chat with fans and even hang out in apps and games. The company says its tech is built to handle big names and their teams.

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Nov 04 2025HEALTH

How Relationships Shape Our Minds: A New Look at Psychoanalysis

Psychoanalysis has changed a lot over time. At first, Freud focused on drives and fantasies. But later, others thought that relationships between people are more important. They kept some of Freud's ideas, like transference and the unconscious. But they added new things, like how culture, class, and

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

The Shift in Democratic Identity Politics

Karine Jean-Pierre, the first openly gay Black woman to hold the position of White House press secretary, has stirred up quite a bit of controversy within the Democratic Party. Her recent book, which was expected to be a revealing account of her time in the White House, has instead turned into a cri

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

Speaking Out: A Singer's Fight for Women-Only Spaces

Tish Hyman, a well-known singer, has recently taken a strong stance on a controversial issue. She is calling for laws that protect spaces meant only for women. This includes public restrooms and other areas where women might feel vulnerable. Hyman believes that clear rules are needed to keep these s

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Nov 01 2025POLITICS

New York's Mayor Race: Who's Winning and Why?

In the race for New York City's mayor, Cuomo, an independent candidate, is playing a risky game. He's trying to win over voters from both sides of the political spectrum. To do this, he's using tactics that some people find controversial. He's trying to convince voters that his opponent, Mamdani, is

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Nov 01 2025CRIME

A Tech Heist Unfolds in the Bay Area

In a surprising turn of events, a 27-year-old woman from Hayward found herself at the center of a fraud investigation. The trouble started when a Kentfield resident noticed strange charges on her credit card. Someone had used it to buy Apple products in San Francisco. This was not just a simple case

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Oct 31 2025SPORTS

Playful Minds: How Fun Loves to Move

Ever wondered why some people just seem to have more fun while working out? It turns out, playfulness might be the secret ingredient. Playfulness is all about seeing the world in a way that makes things feel fun, exciting, or even a bit silly. It's not just about goofing off—it can actually be good

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Oct 30 2025OPINION

Finding a Place: The Struggle of Queer Identity

In a world that often struggles with acceptance, queer individuals face unique challenges. Their journey is not just about self-discovery but also about finding a place where they truly belong. This is not always easy, as society has long held narrow views on identity and belonging. Queer trauma is

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