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May 31 2025BUSINESS

Mine Safety Offices Saved from Closure: A Shift in Policy

The Trump administration has decided to keep 34 Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) offices open. These offices were initially marked for closure as part of a cost-cutting effort by the Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk. The decision to retain these offices is a signific

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May 31 2025BUSINESS

The Price of Deregulation: How Policy Shifts Impact Your Wallet

The current administration has been busy undoing regulations. One notable change involves credit card late fees. The previous administration had capped these fees, expecting to save Americans around $10 billion a year. This was mainly by reducing bank penalties. However, the current administration c

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May 31 2025HEALTH

Bone Drilling: The Heat is On

In the world of medical tech, a new tool is making waves. It's a one-step drill system called MONO. This gadget is designed to put in bone-anchored hearing systems. But how does it stack up against the old three-step method, known as MIPS? Let's dive in. First off, let's talk about the big questio

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May 31 2025EDUCATION

The Future of Learning About Death in a Changing World

The world is changing fast. Climate change is a big deal. It is affecting everything and everyone. This includes how we think about death and dying. Education about death is not new. But it needs a fresh look. Especially now. It is time to think about death in a way that connects us all. This includ

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May 30 2025SCIENCE

Uncovering Ancient Mayan Marvels: A Hidden Urban Triangle

Deep in the heart of Guatemala, a trio of ancient Mayan sites has been unearthed, offering fresh insights into one of the world's most enigmatic civilizations. These sites, nestled in the Petén region, are part of a newly discovered urban triangle, challenging what was previously known about Mayan h

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May 30 2025POLITICS

Supreme Court Backs Trump's Move to End Immigrant Protections

The Supreme Court recently sided with the Trump administration. They allowed the suspension of a program that protected immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. This program, started under Biden, let around 530, 000 immigrants live and work temporarily in the U. S. The court's decisio

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May 30 2025POLITICS

Cities Stand Firm Against Federal Pressure

The cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have been highlighted in a federal list. These cities are known as "sanctuary cities. " They are places that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The Trump Administration has issued an executive order. This order demands that these cities cha

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May 30 2025CRIME

Comedian Faces Serious Allegations in London Court

In a London courtroom, comedian Russell Brand faced serious charges. He denied accusations of rape and sexual assault involving four women. These incidents are said to have happened over 25 years ago. Brand, who is about to turn 50, is accused of two counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault, and

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May 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Clarksdale Celebrates Its Own: The Sinners Festival

Clarksdale, Mississippi, a town of about 14, 000 people, mostly Black, finally got to see their story on the big screen. This happened thanks to the Sinners festival, a three-day event that brought the film Sinners to their hometown. The film, released in April, is about two brothers in the 1930s wh

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May 30 2025POLITICS

Safety First: Mine Inspectors Keep Their Jobs

The Trump administration has decided not to close 34 Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) offices. This change of heart comes after earlier plans to shut down these offices as part of a broader effort to cut government spending. The Department of Labor made this announcement, stating that MS

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