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Apr 16 2025SCIENCE

Prawn Preservation: The Cool Science Behind Saving Giant Freshwater Prawns

The giant freshwater prawn, known as Macrobrachium rosenbergii, is a big deal in tropical and subtropical areas. It is a vital species for aquaculture. Scientists have been working on ways to keep these prawns thriving. One key area of focus is preserving the prawns' spermatogonia. These are the cel

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

Harvard vs. Trump: The Funding Freeze

Harvard University is in a tough spot. The Trump administration has frozen over $2. 2 billion in grants and contracts. This move came after Harvard's president, Alan Garber, refused to meet certain demands. These demands included eliminating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, screening

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Apr 15 2025HEALTH

Why Oxygen Shifts Might Be Good for Your Health

Oxygen plays a huge role in how our bodies work. It's in the air we breathe and the blood that flows through our veins. But what if changing how much oxygen we get could make us healthier? This idea is not as far-fetched as it seems. Scientists have been looking into how changing oxygen levels can a

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Apr 15 2025SCIENCE

Denisovan Discovery: The Jawbone That Redefines Our Past

The Denisovans were a group of ancient humans that roamed the Earth from around 370, 000 years ago until at least 30, 000 years ago. They are thought to be closely related to Neanderthals. Most of what we know about them comes from a few broken bones found in Siberia and China. A recent study has ad

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

North Carolina's Court Drama: A Battle Over Votes

The North Carolina Supreme Court is in the spotlight. Four Republican judges there made a bold move. They tried to throw out over 5, 000 votes. This move was to help a Republican candidate who lost an election. The candidate, Judge Jefferson Griffin, is trying to overturn the victory of Democratic J

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

A Student's Unjust Detention and the Fight for Fairness

A federal judge in Vermont is considering a case that has sparked significant controversy. The judge is looking into the detention and transfer of a Turkish student from Tufts University. Rümeysa Öztürk was arrested by U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents near her home in Massachus

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

Hungary's New Laws Spark Debate and Protest

In Hungary, a recent vote in parliament has stirred up controversy. The vote was about new changes to the constitution. These changes target two groups: people with dual citizenship and the LGBTQ+ community. The changes aim to restrict their rights in the country. The government says these changes

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

Silicon Valley's Changing Political Tide

The tech world is often seen as a place of innovation and progress. Yet, it's also a place where political views are shifting. Jeremy Lyons is one of many who have noticed this change. He used to see himself as someone who wasn't too involved in politics. He had only taken part in one protest bef

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

A Legal Pause on Ending Migrant Entry Program

The Trump administration's attempt to close a program that allowed migrants from certain countries to enter the U. S. legally has hit a snag. A judge has temporarily blocked the shutdown, which would have affected migrants from Cuba, Nicaragua, Venezuela, and Haiti. These migrants had been allowed t

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Apr 15 2025SCIENCE

The Power of Sulfur in Blood: A Hidden Protector

The body is a complex machine. One of its key workers is a molecule called hydrogen sulfide. This tiny molecule plays a big role in keeping the body running smoothly. It is involved in many processes, from regulating blood flow to fighting inflammation. However, how it moves around the body and send

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