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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

The President's Power Check

The Supreme Court recently made a big decision. It said that the president can't just ignore laws made by Congress. This is a reminder that our government has three parts: the president, Congress, and the courts. They all have different jobs and powers. The president tried to stop foreign aid. He s

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Mar 07 2025WEATHER

Weather Warnings: Why Cutting Corners Could Cost Lives

Imagine a world where weather warnings are no longer reliable. That's a real possibility if funding cuts continue to hit the National Weather Service (NWS). The NWS, part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has recently seen significant job losses. Hundreds of employees we

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Mar 07 2025TECHNOLOGY

Agriculture's Digital Boost: How China's Tech Revolution is Changing Farming

China's agricultural sector has seen a significant boost in productivity thanks to the digital economy. This isn't just about fancy gadgets; it's about how technology is making farming smarter and more efficient. From 2011 to 2022, researchers looked at data from 30 provinces across China. They used

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

Trump's Plan to Shut Down the Education Department: What's the Deal?

The White House is buzzing with talk about a potential executive order to shut down the Department of Education. This news, first leaked by The Washington Post, has been making waves. The draft, labeled "pre-decisional, " was circulated on Wednesday and obtained by NPR. It directs the newly confirme

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Mar 06 2025POLITICS

Federal Judge Halts Trump's Plan to Freeze Billions in Funding

In a surprising turn of events, a federal judge in Rhode Island has stepped in to prevent the Trump administration from halting billions of dollars in federal funding. This decision comes after a group of Democratic states filed a lawsuit against the administration's plan to pause federal spending.

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Mar 06 2025BUSINESS

Trump's Tariff Tangle: Businesses Left in the Dark

Businesses across the U. S. are feeling the heat from President Trump's unpredictable trade policies. Take Marc Rosenberg, for example. He's the brains behind The Edge Desk, a company in Illinois that's all set to launch a high-end ergonomic chair. The catch? He's not sure how much to sell it for, o

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Mar 06 2025HEALTH

Sleep Health: A Decade of Dreams

A decade ago, a company named Sleep Health set out on a mission to improve sleep quality. They joined forces with the National Sleep Foundation. This organization is dedicated to promoting better sleep habits and raising awareness about sleep-related issues. Sleep Health has been a key player in ad

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Mar 06 2025HEALTH

New Insights into Postpartum Depression: Brain Changes During Pregnancy

Postpartum depression is a real struggle for many new mothers. About one in seven women experience it after giving birth. But what's happening in their brains? A recent study has some answers. Researchers took a close look at the brains of women before and after they had their babies. They found so

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Mar 06 2025HEALTH

Health Pros Get a Body Image Boost

Imagine trying to help others with their body image issues while you are still grappling with your own. This is a common challenge for health professionals (HPs). A recent study showed that HPs often miss the mark when it comes to understanding the complexities of body image. This is where the Bod

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Mar 06 2025HEALTH

Sleep and Diabetes: A Hidden Link for Moms with Gestational Diabetes

Women who have had gestational diabetes (GD) during pregnancy have a higher chance of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D) later in life. Sleep is a crucial part of our daily routine. It affects our overall health, including how our bodies handle sugar and fat. But, how does sleep affect the transition

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