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Jul 15 2025SCIENCE

How Diatom Age Affects Mayfly Toxicity Tests

Mayflies are tiny but mighty when it comes to testing water pollution. One type, Neocloeon triangulifer, is especially useful because it reproduces quickly and is very sensitive to toxins. However, its reactions can vary. This inconsistency might be due to what it eats, specifically the age of the d

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Jul 01 2025POLITICS

America's Democracy: A House Divided

A recent survey shows that a huge number of Americans, 76% to be exact, think democracy is in big trouble. This worry isn't just coming from one side of the political spectrum. A large majority of Democrats, Independents, and even more than half of Republicans share this concern. On top of that, mos

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

New York's Political Shake-Up: What's Next for the City?

In a surprising turn of events, Zohran Mamdani, a young state assemblymember, secured a win in New York's mayoral primary. This victory has sparked a wave of reactions from various political figures and business leaders. Business leaders and some Democrats are worried. They see Mamdani as a threat.

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Jun 27 2025POLITICS

Big Decisions and Shifting Policies: A Look at Recent Events

The Supreme Court is wrapping up its term with some major decisions to come. One of the biggest cases is about birthright citizenship, which has been a hot topic for a while. The court isn't deciding if the policy is legal, but whether judges can block it while it's being fought over in court. This

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Jun 27 2025POLITICS

New York Mayor Race: Cuomo's Unexpected Move

Andrew Cuomo is staying in the New York City mayoral race, even after losing the Democratic primary to Zohran Mamdani. He still has a spot on the "Fight & Deliver" ballot line for the November election. Cuomo thinks the general election voters might be different from those who voted in the primary.

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Jun 26 2025POLITICS

New York's Wealthy Worry: What's Next for the City?

New York City is facing a big problem. A candidate named Zohran Mamdani is leading in the mayoral race. He's a democratic socialist with big ideas. He wants to freeze rents, create city-owned supermarkets, and make public transit free. He plans to pay for these things by taxing corporations and the

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Jun 26 2025POLITICS

New York's Mayor Race: A Fresh Take on Elections

New York City is showing the rest of the country how elections can be run better. The way they are picking their mayor is different. It's called ranked-choice voting. This method lets voters pick more than one candidate. They can list their top choices in order. This way, the winner has more support

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Jun 25 2025POLITICS

Meet Zohran Mamdani: The Young Progressive Shaking Up NYC Politics

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state assemblymember, has taken the New York City political scene by storm. He's leading the Democratic mayoral primary race, surprising many with his sudden rise. Mamdani's campaign has resonated with younger voters and first-time primary participants, thanks to his in

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Jun 24 2025POLITICS

New York City's Mayoral Race: A Battle Against Trump's Influence

In the heat of a New York summer, the city's mayoral race is heating up. With temperatures soaring, voters are facing more than just the weather. The city's Democratic candidates are framing the election as a fight against the current administration. Andrew Cuomo, the former governor, is leading the

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Jun 24 2025POLITICS

New York City's Big Political Showdown: Who Will Win?

New Yorkers are gearing up for a major political event. On Tuesday, they'll vote in primaries for key city roles. The spotlight is on the Democratic race for mayor. Former Governor Andrew Cuomo is back, trying to make a comeback. He's up against a strong field, including State Assemblyman Zohran Mam

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