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Jul 02 2025BUSINESS

Who's Better at Selling Stuff: Internet Stars or Famous Faces?

People often wonder who sells products better: famous people from TV and movies or influencers from social media. Both types are popular with advertisers, but research shows mixed results on who works best. The truth is, it depends on the situation. A recent study dug into this question. It looked

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Jul 02 2025HEALTH

Nature's Secret Weapons Against Malaria

Malaria is a big problem, especially in Africa. It's caused by a tiny creature called Plasmodium falciparum. This creature needs special proteins to grow and survive. One of these proteins is called PfPK5. If scientists can block PfPK5, they might be able to stop malaria. Some plants in Nigeria are

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Jul 02 2025SPORTS

Standing Up for Afghan Women in Sports: A Fight for Rights

Afghanistan's female athletes are facing tough times. The Taliban's strict rules have made it almost impossible for them to play sports in their own country. Many have had to leave Afghanistan to keep playing. This is a big deal because sports can be a way to stand up against unfair rules. One pers

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Jul 01 2025POLITICS

Trump and Musk's Public Feud Heats Up Over Government Spending

President Donald Trump recently took to Truth Social to criticize Elon Musk, suggesting that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) should review the subsidies given to Musk's companies. Trump claimed that Musk receives more subsidies than anyone in history and that without them, Musk's busi

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Jul 01 2025HEALTH

China's Shift in Approving Traditional Medicines: A Closer Look

Over the past decade, China has been fine-tuning how it approves new traditional Chinese medicines (TCMs). The goal? To make the process better suit the unique nature of these treatments. This effort has led to some interesting changes in what counts as solid evidence for approval. Before the refor

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Jul 01 2025SCIENCE

How Gravity Messes with Space Lubes

Lubricants are super important in space tech. They keep things moving smoothly. But how do they act when gravity changes? That's what this study looked into. Scientists used fancy computer models to see how different gravity levels affect a common space lube called PAO. They found some cool stuff.

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Jun 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Making of Brad Pitt's F1 Film: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

Brad Pitt's upcoming F1 movie, "F1: The Movie, " took a unique path to authenticity, starting with a big "no" at Daytona International Speedway. The film's creators wanted to shoot Pitt's character, Sonny Hayes, winning the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona. But IMSA, the sports car series that oversees the

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Jun 30 2025POLITICS

Venice's Billionaire Wedding Sparks Debate on Inequality

In Venice, a city known for its charm and history, a big event is happening. Jeff Bezos, the wealthy founder of Amazon, is getting married to Lauren Sanchez. This wedding has caught the attention of many people, not just for the celebration, but for what it represents. Activists in Venice are not h

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Jun 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

Windows 10 Countdown: Time to Act Before Support Ends

Windows 10 will no longer receive security updates after October 14, 2025. This is a big deal for businesses still using the old OS. Many are slow to upgrade, especially in healthcare and finance. These industries often have outdated hardware that can't run Windows 11. In the Americas, only 43% of b

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Jun 29 2025POLITICS

A Man's Shady Dealings with an Iranian Agent

In a surprising turn of events, a man from Rishon Letzion has been charged with serious offenses related to national security. The charges include communicating with a foreign agent and sharing information with an enemy state. The prosecution has asked the court to keep the man in custody until the

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