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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

UC Campuses Reach Agreement on Handling Gaza Protests

In a recent move, the U. S. Department of Education has settled complaints from Jewish and Muslim students across five University of California campuses. The complaints stemmed from protests last spring over the war in Gaza, alleging that the universities didn't handle antisemitic and anti-Arab hara

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Dec 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Kehlani Takes Risks and Stands Up: A Look into Their Journey

Kehlani, known for their versatile use of she/they pronouns, didn’t play it safe with their latest album, “Crash. ” They mixed R&B with rock, dance, rap, and country, diving into unfamiliar territory. This risk paid off big time, earning them three Grammy nominations. But this creative journey wasn’

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Dec 20 2024CRIME

Gisèle Pelicot's Brave Stand in French Rape Case

In the bustling city of Avignon, France, a courtroom filled with people awaited the verdict of a shocking case. Gisèle Pelicot, a woman who had been repeatedly raped while near-comatose over several years, was at the center of the trial. Her husband, Dominique Pelicot, and 50 other men were accused

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

How COVID-19 Affected Premature Babies' Growth

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the growth of premature babies. These tiny newborns, born earlier than expected, already face higher risks of sickness and death. A study from a health service in Carapicuíba, São Paulo, between 2020 and 2023, shed light on how this global health cri

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

America's Death Penalty Debate: Why It's Gone Missing

America's debate over the death penalty has taken a strange turn. Instead of open discussions, those against capital punishment are using sneaky tactics to avoid a direct 'yes' or 'no' vote. They're doing things like pressuring drug companies to stop making lethal injection drugs or pushing presiden

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

How COVID-19 Discrimination Impacts Asian Americans’ Mental Health

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought an unwanted surge in anti-Asian American racism, leaving many in the community grappling with its mental health fallout. A recent study delved into how colorblind racial attitudes play a role in moderating the connection between pandemic-related racial discriminatio

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Dec 18 2024ENVIRONMENT

Dust in Plastic Sports Facilities: A Closer Look at Toxic Metals

Imagine thousands of kids playing on plastic sports courts and synthetic turf fields. Sounds fun, right? But what if these seemingly safe surfaces are hiding a secret? The dust released from these facilities contains higher levels of toxic metals like lead (Pb), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu), and even cadm

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Dec 18 2024CRYPTO

The Crypto-Paying Astronaut: Jared Isaacman's Space and Stablecoin Adventures

Jared Isaacman, a 41-year-old space enthusiast, just commanded the world's first all-civilian space mission. He's also the founder of Shift4, a fintech company that bet big on stablecoins. In 2020, he took Shift4 public on the New York Stock Exchange, raising its market cap to $9. 3 billion. His int

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Vaccine Comments Stir Debate: RFK Jr. Faces Scrutiny from Experts

Long before vaccines, polio epidemics were deadly. In the 1916 outbreak, over 5000 people died in the U. S. alone. By 1952, the worst outbreak saw 57, 000 cases, with 21, 000 paralyzed and 3, 145 deaths. The polio vaccine since then has dramatically reduced cases worldwide by over 99%, saving millio

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Dec 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix Dominates, But Some Big Names Miss Out

Netflix's Emilia Pérez led the pack with six mentions in the recently released Oscar shortlists. Universal's Wicked and Fox's Alien: Romulus were close behind with four each. But some big names like Neon's Anora and Amazon/MGM's Nickel Boys were nowhere to be found. This doesn't mean they're not res

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