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Sep 29 2024ENVIRONMENT

Rain-Drenched Village: A North Carolina Community's Struggle to Stay Afloat

As the remnants of Hurricane Helene slowly subsided, the once picturesque village of Biltmore in western North Carolina was left grappling with the devastating consequences of severe flooding. The village, renowned for its historic charm and unique architecture, was now under water, with debris-fill

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Sep 28 2024OPINION

Exploring the Hidden Gem of Southeast Asia: Why Cambodia Is the Perfect Partner for U. S. Businesses

Cambodia, a nation once scarred by conflict, is now on a path of rapid development, offering a unique opportunity for American investors. As the United States seeks new avenues for economic growth, Cambodia's fertile lands, youthful, skilled workforce, and prime location within the ASEAN region make

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Sep 28 2024WEATHER

Storm Surge: The Uninvited Guest

More than 4 million people across the southeastern United States have been left without power as Hurricane Helene relentlessly pushed its way through the region. The storm made landfall in Florida's Big Bend region, bringing with it strong winds, storm surge, and flash flooding. The Category 1 hurri

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Sep 23 2024HEALTH

The Ethical Quagmire of Unclaimed Bodies: A Story of Medical Education and Family Rights

As the medical community continues to evolve, a long-standing practice has been reevaluated: the use of unclaimed bodies in medical education. A recent investigation by NBC News revealed that the University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNT) had a program that used unclaimed bodies for stude

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Sep 20 2024HEALTH

The Dark Side of Medical Research: Unclaimed Bodies Used Without Consent

It's a chilling reality that has left many families shattered and outraged. In a 10-month investigation, NBC News exposed how two of the most populous counties in the United States, Dallas and Tarrant, have been sending unclaimed bodies to a Texas medical school for research and training purposes. T

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Sep 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Mysterious Case of the Exploding Pagers: A Trail of Clues

Cristiana Barsony-Arcidiacono, a 49-year-old Italian-Hungarian CEO, seems like an unlikely figure at the center of a global controversy. With a career spanning humanitarian work across Africa and Europe, she has a PhD in particle physics and speaks seven languages. Her company, BAC Consulting, licen

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Sep 19 2024LIFESTYLE

Unveiling the Cosmic Canvas: Daily Horoscopes for a Brighter You

As the celestial bodies continue their mesmerizing dance, the universe is whispering secrets to us. The cosmos is urging us to take a step back, assess our lives, and make necessary changes. But before we take action, let's pause for a moment and reflect on our current state. Aries, you're known fo

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Sep 18 2024HEALTH

The Human Body Conundrum: A Lesson in Accountability

The University of North Texas Health Science Center has made a significant decision to cease accepting unclaimed bodies following an investigation by NBC News. The program, which was designed to provide cadavers for medical research and education, had been plagued by controversy and allegations of d

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Sep 17 2024ENVIRONMENT

Waters of Woe: Central Europe's Fury Unleashed

The deluge that has beset Central Europe has left a trail of devastation, with at least 16 lives lost and countless others displaced. The catastrophe has unfolded with breathtaking speed, as raging rivers and torrential downpours have inundated towns and villages, leaving people clinging to the roof

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Sep 17 2024HEALTH

Unclaimed Bodies, Unanswered Questions: A Medical School's Troubling Past

In a shocking turn of events, the University of North Texas Health Science Center has suspended its program that used unclaimed bodies for medical research, citing failures in management and oversight. The program, which began in 2019, had provided over 2,300 bodies to medical students and researche

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