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Oct 07 2025POLITICS

Troops on the Streets: A Power Struggle

President Donald Trump's recent moves to use the National Guard in ways that go against local leaders' wishes have sparked a big legal fight. This isn't just about sending soldiers to different states; it's about who has the power to make these decisions and how far the president can go. Trump sees

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Oct 07 2025SCIENCE

Noses: A Mix of Cultures and What It Means for Beauty

People with mixed heritage often have unique facial features. This includes their noses, which can be a blend of different shapes and sizes. A recent study looked at how noses vary across different ethnic groups and genders. It also checked how well artificial nose implants match these natural shape

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Oct 06 2025LIFESTYLE

Family, Fish, and the Art of Belonging

In a small Alaskan community, life revolved around salmon. The men and boys would venture out in boats to catch the fish, while the women waited on shore. The salmon they caught weren't the biggest, but there were plenty of them. The kids would play in the water, swim, and enjoy the sunny days. Life

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Oct 01 2025HEALTH

Alaska's COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout: What's the Hold-Up?

Alaska is still seeing COVID-19 cases, but some folks might have to wait a bit to get their shots. The state's health team is still pushing for people to get vaccinated, but they've tweaked their advice to match what the big shots at the CDC are saying. They're now suggesting that everyone aged 6 mo

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Sep 30 2025HEALTH

Understanding the Long-Term Impacts of Neuroblastoma Treatments

High-risk neuroblastoma is a serious cancer in kids. More children are surviving this disease thanks to new treatments. However, the long-term effects of these treatments are not well understood. A recent study aimed to change that. It looked at the risks linked to these modern therapies. The study

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Sep 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

Standing Up to AI: A Writer's Fight Against Big Tech

In 2023, a writer discovered that their books had been used without permission to train AI models. This was a huge shock. The writer was one of many whose work was taken and used to make AI tools like chatbots. The companies behind these tools had taken years of hard work and turned it into data for

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Sep 28 2025LIFESTYLE

Dating Apps: Are They Still Worth It?

Dating apps have been around for a while, but lately, they're not as popular as they used to be. People are getting tired of swiping left and right without much success. Abbey Hagan, a 28-year-old sales specialist, felt the same way. She had been using dating apps for years, but after moving to Dall

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Sep 28 2025POLITICS

Alaska's Leaders Keep Epstein Secrets

Alaska's senators and representative are sticking with a plan to keep details about Jeffrey Epstein's crimes hidden. They haven't given any reasons why. Many women who were hurt by Epstein have gone to Washington to ask for the files to be made public. But Congress, pushed by Donald Trump, is keepin

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Sep 22 2025HEALTH

Could Levodopa Help Stroke Patients Regain Movement?

Stroke recovery is a long and difficult process. Every small improvement can make a big difference. Levodopa, a medication often used for Parkinson's disease, might offer some hope. It works by increasing certain brain signals that control movement. This could be a big help for people recovering fro

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Sep 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Tibet's Sky Lights Up, But at What Cost?

In Tibet, a dazzling fireworks display turned into a hot topic online. The show, backed by outdoor brand Arc'teryx, caught the attention of netizens who questioned its environmental impact. The local government in Shigatse took notice and sent a team to look into the matter. Arc'teryx, owned by Ant

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