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May 17 2025EDUCATION

A New Chapter for North Idaho College Graduates

North Idaho College saw a historic moment with its largest graduating class ever. 971 students crossed the stage, marking the biggest class in the school's 91-year history. The weather was gloomy, but the mood was far from it. The Schuler Performing Arts Center was packed with students and their fam

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May 17 2025HEALTH

The Liver's Clean-Up Crew: How Macrophages Could Fight Scarring

The liver is a tough organ. It can handle a lot of damage. However, when the liver is hurt over and over, it starts to scar. This scarring is called fibrosis. It is a big problem. It can lead to serious issues like cirrhosis and even liver cancer. But here is the good news. Fibrosis can be re

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May 17 2025HEALTH

Breaking Down Breast Cancer with Smart Nanoparticles

In the fight against breast cancer, a new approach is gaining attention. It involves tiny, smart particles that can target and attack tumors in multiple ways. These particles are designed to overcome two big challenges: low oxygen levels in tumors and high levels of a substance called glutathione. T

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May 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

Greenhouse Gas Reduction: The Hidden Costs for Struggling Neighborhoods

The United States is making a big push to cut down on greenhouse gases. One of the main strategies is carbon capture and storage. This technology aims to trap carbon dioxide from power plants before it escapes into the atmosphere. While it sounds like a good plan, there are some serious concerns, es

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Trade Talks: New Rules for Global Trade

The United States is set to shake up global trade with new tariff rules. This is a big move that will affect many countries. The plan is to send out letters to around 150 countries. These letters will outline what they need to pay to trade with the US. This is a shift from the usual one-on-one trade

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May 17 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Governments Boost Tech Innovation: A Look at Subsidies and Platforms

In today's fast-paced world, every country is racing to lead in science and technology. This push for innovation is crucial for growth. Governments play a big role in this by supporting different types of innovation platforms. These platforms can be public, social, or commercial, each with its own g

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May 17 2025HEALTH

How Long Do People with Dementia Stay in Nursing Homes in Australia?

The length of time people spend in nursing homes varies greatly. This is especially true for those with dementia. It is a big concern for many families. In Australia, researchers used advanced computer methods to figure out how dementia affects this. They looked at lots of data to make their fin

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May 17 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Light Emission in Tiny Perovskite Crystals

Perovskite nanocrystals are tiny particles that have amazing light-managing abilities. These particles, specifically CsPbX3, are crucial for advanced optoelectronic devices. Among them, cyan-emitting perovskites show great promise for high-quality lighting. It is important to note that light can si

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May 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Fortnite's Fight: Apple Keeps the Game Off Stores

The battle between Epic Games and Apple is far from over. Epic Games is the company behind Fortnite. Epic Games has accused Apple of keeping Fortnite off the U. S. and EU App Stores. This is not the first time this has happened. The dispute started a few years back. It is a complex legal battle

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May 16 2025SPORTS

Thunder's Missed Chance: Nuggets Force Game 7

The Thunder had a real shot at sealing the deal against the Nuggets in Game 6, but it just wasn't their night. The Nuggets, on the other hand, were all over the Thunder, pushing them around and making their presence known. The Thunder's coach, Mark Daigneault, looked like he was trying to draw up a

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