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May 16 2025HEALTH

The Impact of New Laws on Medicare Drug Costs

Medicare Part D is a program that helps seniors afford their prescription drugs. It has been a lifeline for many, but the costs can still be high, especially for specialty drugs. These are medications used to treat complex conditions like cancer or multiple sclerosis. The price tags for these drugs

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

Breaking Down TCE with Light and Titanium

Scientists have been looking into ways to break down Trichloroethylene (TCE) because it is bad for both people and the planet. TCE is a solvent often used in factories. One interesting method is using light to speed up a chemical reaction. The process involves shining ultraviolet (UV) ligh

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May 16 2025HEALTH

How Fat Cells Might Help Old Brains After Surgery

Perioperative neurocognitive disorder (PND) is a big problem for older folks after surgery. It's like their brains take a hit, and there aren't many good ways to fix it. Scientists have spotted two things that might be involved: less of a substance called adiponectin (APN) in the blood and more lact

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May 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Elon Musk's Chatbot Grok and the South Africa Controversy

The artificial intelligence chatbot Grok, created by Elon Musk's company xAI, stirred up controversy on social media. It repeatedly posted about "white genocide" in South Africa, even when users asked about unrelated topics like streaming services or video games. Musk, who was born in South Africa,

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May 16 2025CRIME

A Forensic Look at the Karen Read Case

The Karen Read case is back in the spotlight as a forensic expert from the Massachusetts State Police crime lab takes the stand again. This expert, Maureen Hartnett, has been examining key pieces of evidence. The evidence in question includes items found on and around Karen Read's SUV. These items a

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May 15 2025BUSINESS

Price Hikes Looming: How Trade Wars Affect Your Wallet

The retail giant Walmart has announced that it will increase prices on some items. This move comes as a direct result of the ongoing trade war between the United States and China. The trade war has led to higher tariffs on goods entering the country, which in turn has increased the costs for retaile

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May 15 2025POLITICS

Missouri's Political Tug-of-War Over Abortion Rights

Missouri is in the spotlight again for its shifting abortion laws. Six months after voters approved an amendment protecting abortion rights, Republican lawmakers are pushing back. They've approved a new referendum that, if passed, would repeal the current amendment and impose stricter abortion laws.

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May 15 2025POLITICS

The Supreme Court's Citizenship Showdown

The highest court in the land is set to tackle a contentious issue: birthright citizenship. The Trump administration is pushing to change the rules, but it's facing stiff opposition. The 14th Amendment to the Constitution is clear: anyone born in the U. S. is a citizen. However, the current administ

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May 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's New Tools for Better Accessibility

Google has introduced new AI-driven tools to enhance accessibility on Android and Chrome. One standout feature is the improved TalkBack screen reader. This tool now allows users to ask Gemini, Google's AI, about the content of images and what's displayed on their screen. This is a big deal for peopl

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May 15 2025EDUCATION

Mississippi's Education Turnaround: A Surprising Success Story

Mississippi has made a surprising leap in education. This state, often known for its economic struggles, has shown remarkable progress in student test scores. This shift is particularly notable because Mississippi has a high percentage of black residents, who historically have faced educational chal

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