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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Why Some Parents Drop Out of Bereavement Studies

Parents who experience the loss of a child during pregnancy or soon after birth face an incredibly difficult journey. Researchers wanted to understand why some parents choose not to participate in studies about this topic, and why others drop out over time. They looked at data from Denmark, focusing

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

A Long Road to Recovery: The Impact of Intentional Head Injuries on Young Children

Imagine a child's life forever changed by a violent act. A recent study looked at 14 kids who suffered intentional head trauma. These kids were hurt by someone they knew and trusted. The study followed these children for over a decade. The study wanted to understand how these injuries affected t

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Feb 26 2025SCIENCE

China's New Satellite: What's the Big Deal?

China has sent a new satellite into space. This isn't just any satellite, though. It's called ChinaSat-10R, and it's designed to replace an older one that's been up there since 2011. The launch happened on February 22 from a place called Xichang Satellite Launch Center. This launch was a big deal be

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Feb 26 2025CRIME

Gunshots and Arson at Tesla Dealership in Oregon

The FBI and local law enforcement are looking into a shooting incident at a Tesla dealership in Salem, Oregon, where windows were shattered and a car was set on fire. This is the second time this dealership has been targeted in a month. The first incident involved broken windows and a car fire, but

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Slippery Slopes: How Nursing Homes Can Tackle Fall Risks

Falls in nursing homes are a big deal. They mess with residents' health and happiness. While hospitals and community settings have made strides in preventing falls, nursing homes are still playing catch-up. These places are unique. Residents need lots of help, and resources are tight. This makes man

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

Government Shake-Up: Trump and Musk's Push for Accountability

The White House has been buzzing with activity as President Trump and Elon Musk team up to shake things up in the federal workforce. Musk, leading the charge, demanded federal employees list their recent accomplishments or face potential termination. The demand, however, was met with confusion and

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

DOGE's Access to Treasury Data: A Cybersecurity Pause

A federal judge in Manhattan has temporarily blocked Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing sensitive Treasury Department information. This decision comes after 19 Democratic state attorneys general filed a lawsuit. The judge, Jeannette A. Vargas, has issued a prelimin

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Venetoclax and FLAG-IDA: A New Hope for Leukemia Patients

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a tough nut to crack. Even with intense chemotherapy, many patients face a high risk of relapse. Things get even worse for those whose leukemia returns or doesn't respond to treatment. But there's a glimmer of hope with a new combo treatment. Researchers look

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

Who's Really in Charge of DOGE?

The name of the acting administrator for the US DOGE Service, a temporary department focused on government efficiency, has finally been revealed. Amy Gleason has been quietly leading this initiative, which was started by Elon Musk. Gleason has a strong background in both health care and technology.

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

Tech Whistleblowers Walk Out on Musk's Government Overhaul

In a surprising turn of events, over 20 tech experts from the U. S. Digital Service (USDS) resigned from their roles, citing concerns over the direction of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under the leadership of tech billionaire Elon Musk. These experts, who had previously worked for

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