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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

New Orleans to Get National Guard Boost for Crime Control

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has announced that National Guard troops will be stationed in New Orleans soon. This move is part of a broader plan to address rising crime rates in the city. The governor revealed that President Donald Trump has promised to send the troops before Christmas. The decis

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Dec 01 2025SCIENCE

Keeping Online Surveys Honest: Smart Ways to Stop Cheating

Online surveys are a great way to gather information from many people quickly and cheaply. They can reach folks who might not otherwise participate, like those in remote areas or sensitive groups. But, there's a catch. When surveys are open to everyone via a generic link or offer money, dishonest pe

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Dec 01 2025POLITICS

Staten Island Skincare Business Faces Backlash After Owner's Controversial Actions

A skincare business in Staten Island is under fire after its owner, Eman Masoud, was caught in a viral video berating an elderly Jewish couple. The incident occurred when the couple asked Masoud for help paying a parking meter. Masoud, who wears a hijab, responded by demanding they say "Free Palesti

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Nov 30 2025ENVIRONMENT

Brazil's COP30: A Step Forward or Just More Talk?

COP30 in Brazil left many feeling let down, but it wasn't all bad. The event faced tough challenges from the start. The US wasn't there, and Argentina wasn't helping. Plus, there was still no clear plan on how to get $300 billion to help poorer countries fight climate change. That money is needed by

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Nov 29 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Powerhouse: How Tiny Mitochondria Fuel Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's disease is a complex puzzle. One key piece? Tiny powerhouses in our cells called mitochondria. These little guys usually help cells stay alive and healthy. But in Alzheimer's, they're not working right. Why? Because calcium, a crucial messenger in cells, is out of balance. Calcium is li

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Nov 29 2025EDUCATION

Northwestern University Settles with Feds for $75M Over Antisemitism Claims

Northwestern University has agreed to pay $75 million to the federal government. This is to settle claims of antisemitism and discrimination on campus. The deal also requires the school to take steps to protect Jewish students and staff. The university must create clear policies for protests and dem

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Nov 29 2025EDUCATION

California Steps Up Against School Bias

California is taking a stand against discrimination in schools. A new law has been passed to create an Office of Civil Rights within the state's Department of Education. This office will have a team of at least six people, including someone specifically focused on antisemitism. Their job is to teach

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Nov 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's AI Tools Face Access Limits Due to Popularity

Google's AI tools, Gemini 3 Pro and Nano Banana Pro, have seen a surge in users. This has led to changes in how much free users can access. Initially, free users could use Gemini 3 Pro up to five times a day. They could also generate and edit up to three images daily with Nano Banana Pro. Recently,

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Nov 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI Chatbots: A New Weapon Against Hate and Conspiracies

In a world where hate and conspiracy theories are on the rise, a new study shows that AI chatbots might be a powerful tool to fight these issues. The research, backed by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), found that short conversations with AI chatbots can change people's beliefs about antisemitic co

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Nov 27 2025HEALTH

Choosing the Right Tool for the Job: A Look at Spinal Surgery Options

Spinal surgery can be a big deal, especially when dealing with complex cases like adult spinal deformities. One of the main worries after such surgeries is something called proximal junctional kyphosis (PJK) and its more severe form, proximal junctional failure (PJF). These complications can happen

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