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May 16 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's President Pushes for Peace Talks

Ukraine's leader, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is pushing for a face-to-face meeting with Russia's Vladimir Putin. He wants to talk peace in Istanbul. But there's a catch. Putin hasn't said yes yet. Zelenskyy is clear about what he wants. He wants Putin to show up. He thinks it's the only way to prove that

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May 16 2025POLITICS

Putin's Peace Talks: A No-Show and a Mess

The stage was set for a major peace talk between Russia and Ukraine. The idea came from Russian President Vladimir Putin. He called for talks without any conditions. This was after Ukraine's friends, like Germany, France, and the UK, gave Moscow an ultimatum. They said Moscow had to accept a ceasefi

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May 16 2025HEALTH

Plant-Based Diets: Key Nutrients for Growing Bodies

Plant-based diets are becoming more common, but they can lead to gaps in essential nutrients. This is especially true for pregnant women, nursing mothers, and young children. The body needs more nutrients during these stages, so it's crucial to fill any gaps with the right supplements. A recent loo

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

Savanna Chimps: How They Pick Their Meals

In the vast, dry savannas, male chimpanzees face a unique challenge: finding enough food to meet their daily needs. Unlike their forest-dwelling cousins, these chimps live in a landscape where food is often scarce and spread out. So, how do they choose what to eat? Researchers set out to answer this

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May 16 2025POLITICS

What is at Risk in the Birthright Citizenship Debate?

The U. S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments about birthright citizenship. This is a big deal, as it could change how Americans prove their citizenship. The controversy started when President Trump tried to alter the 14th Amendment. He wanted to stop children of immigrants from automatically bec

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May 16 2025HEALTH

Can Doctors in Ethiopia Embrace Digital Health?

Digital health data hubs are a big deal. They help solve health issues and support the big goals of sustainable development. In Ethiopia, the health system is moving towards a central hub for all health data. However, there is not much information on whether health professionals are on board with t

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May 15 2025POLITICS

A Devastating Night in Gaza

The southern city of Khan Younis in Gaza faced a brutal night. More than 50 people lost their lives in heavy airstrikes. This was the second night of intense bombing. The strikes happened while the U. S. President was visiting the Middle East. Many hoped his visit would bring a ceasefire or more aid

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May 15 2025POLITICS

The Fight Over Birthright Citizenship: What's at Stake?

The Supreme Court is in the spotlight again, this time tackling a big question: Can the president end birthright citizenship with just a signature? This isn't just about one order, it's about the power struggle between the president and the courts. The 14th Amendment is clear: anyone born in the US

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May 15 2025WEATHER

Weather Service: Big Plans, Big Problems

The National Weather Service has been trying to shake things up. When the new boss took over, they had a list of ten big ideas. These were supposed to make the weather service work better. The new boss even gave a speech about it. He talked about how they had already done some good stuff. Like

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May 15 2025POLITICS

Putin's Nuclear Gambit: What's Behind the Bluff?

Nuclear weapons are a big deal. They have the power to end everything. This is why countries with nuclear weapons draw lines in the sand. They warn others not to cross these lines. This is true for all nine countries with nuclear weapons. It's a risky game of chicken. Both sides have to guess if the

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