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Apr 21 2025POLITICS

Lawmakers in El Salvador: Fighting for a Man's Right to Return

A group of four House Democrats has traveled to El Salvador. Their mission? To fight for the release of Kilmar Ábrego García. This man has been stuck in El Salvador since March. He was sent there by mistake. Now, these lawmakers want to make sure he gets a fair chance to return to his family in the

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Can Brain Zaps Boost Social Skills in Kids with Autism?

The world of autism research is always buzzing with new ideas. One recent study has been looking into transcranial pulsed current stimulation, or tPCS. This fancy term refers to a technique that uses gentle electrical pulses to stimulate the brain. The goal? To see if it can help kids with autism sp

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

The Active Lives of Young People on the Spectrum

The HUNT Study in Norway has been looking into how young people with autism move around throughout the day. This study is important because it shows how physical activity, screen time, and sleep vary among autistic youth, those with ADHD, and the general youth population. The study used data from

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Apr 21 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mystery of Motor Skills in Autism

Autism spectrum disorders, or ASDs, are a group of conditions that affect how a person communicates and interacts with others. They also bring challenges in motor skills, which are the abilities needed for movements like walking, grasping objects, or even facial expressions. These motor skills are v

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Apr 21 2025SCIENCE

The Body's Big Build: How Kidneys, Blood, and Nerves Team Up

The human body is a marvel of teamwork. One amazing example is how kidneys, blood vessels, and nerves all develop together. This isn't just about one thing happening after another. It's a complex dance where each part influences the others. Let's dive into this fascinating process. First off, consi

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Apr 21 2025POLITICS

A Venezuelan Youth's Fight for Justice in Texas

A young man from Venezuela is currently in a tough spot. Alessandro Paredes, just 19 years old, found himself in a detention center in Texas. His deportation was stopped by a Supreme Court order, but his troubles are far from over. He spoke out about his experience, highlighting the confusion and fe

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Apr 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

Gaming Upgrade: Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Open Soon

The big day is approaching for video game lovers in the US and Canada. Nintendo has revealed the date for pre-orders of the much-awaited Switch 2. Starting April 24, fans can reserve their console. The price for the console alone is $450, but if you want the bundle with Mario Kart World, it will cos

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Apr 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood's Big Weekend: Sinners and Minecraft Battle It Out

This past weekend, the movie scene saw an intense showdown between two major releases: "Sinners, " a vampire thriller directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, and "A Minecraft Movie, " a video game adaptation. "Sinners" managed to snag the top spot, raking in $45. 6 million from 3, 3

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Apr 20 2025POLITICS

Berlin's Tough Stance on Pro-Palestinian Protesters

Berlin is facing a significant controversy as it moves to deport four individuals involved in pro-Palestinian protests. The city's immigration office has ordered the expulsion of three EU citizens and one American, all of whom were part of a demonstration at the Free University of Berlin in October

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Apr 20 2025HEALTH

How Electric Pulses Help People Walk and Think Better

Walking can be tough for people with neurological issues. They might struggle with something called foot drop. This makes it hard to lift the front of the foot. It can mess with their thinking too. This is where Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) comes in. It's like a little zap that helps the

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