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Nov 27 2024EDUCATION

Why Cutting PhD Programs Might Not Be the Best Idea

PHD programs at Boston University are getting the axe. That's right, the school is chopping some doctoral programs in the humanities. This has people talking, and not just about the job market. The question on everyone's mind is: what kind of society are we building if we don't value critical thinki

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Nov 27 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Why Bjorn’s Death in Alien: Romulus Changed My Mind

You know how sometimes a chat can completely change how you feel about something? That’s what happened to me after talking with Aileen Wu about the movie Alien: Romulus. We got chatting about the tough deaths in the film, and she mentioned Bjorn’s death, which made me see him in a new light. Bjorn,

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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

Israel's Finance Minister Suggests Taking Over Gaza

Israel's Finance Minister, Bezalel Smotrich, sparked a discussion by proposing that Israel should control the Gaza Strip. This idea was presented after a recent conflict with Hamas. Smotrich believes that the Israeli Defense Forces should manage Gaza's civilian affairs to keep the region secure and

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Nov 27 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Jalen Rose Cracks Jokes About Drake's Lawsuit on TNT

Drake, one of the world's biggest rappers, has had a rough 2024. He's faced criticism from fans and other artists. Recently, he announced a lawsuit against Universal Music Group and Spotify, claiming they inflated Kendrick Lamar's streaming numbers. Even Jalen Rose, filling in on Inside the NBA, had

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Nov 27 2024HEALTH

Epilepsy Treatments: A Nationwide Look at Laser and Nerve Stimulation

Let's take a look at how two different treatments for epilepsy have been used across the United States. We're talking about Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) and Vagus Nerve stimulation (VNS). Both are used to help people with epilepsy that doesn't respond to medicine. First, it's important

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Nov 27 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Marilyn Manson Pays Up After Dropping Lawsuit Against Evan Rachel Wood

Marilyn Manson, real name Brian Warner, has settled a lawsuit he filed against Evan Rachel Wood. The lawsuit claimed defamation after Wood accused him of sexual abuse in 2021. As part of the settlement, Manson will pay Wood around $327, 000 in legal fees. Wood's lawyer, Michael J. Kump, said Manson'

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Nov 27 2024CRIME

JonBenét Ramsey's Dad Hopes New DNA Tech Can Crack 28-Year-Old Case

John Ramsey, father of JonBenét Ramsey, thinks advancements in DNA technology could finally solve his daughter's mysterious murder. This shocking crime happened over 28 years ago, in 1996, when JonBenét was found dead in their Boulder, Colorado home. A ransom note with a strange demand of $118, 000,

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Nov 27 2024HEALTH

Hospital Admissions for Depression: Urban, Suburban, and Rural Differences in Austria

Did you know that where you live in Austria can affect your chances of being admitted to a hospital for depression? A recent study looked at hospital admissions for depressive episodes among adults in Austria from 2009 to 2014. The study found some intriguing patterns. Suburban areas had the highest

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

US and Allies: Standing Up to China's Aggression

President Trump has a tough job ahead, especially when it comes to dealing with China. Recently, Chinese leader Xi Jinping said he wants to work with the new administration. But let's not forget, China's been up to some shady stuff, like cyberattacks on our telecoms and pushing around other countrie

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Genes and Habits: How They Affect Obesity in Pakistan

Obesity is a big problem worldwide, caused by a mix of genetics and daily habits like diet, lack of exercise, and sleep problems. This study looked at how certain versions of the Clock gene, which controls our body's internal clock, interact with daily habits to affect obesity in people from Pakista

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