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Feb 15 2026EDUCATION

How Tech is Changing the Way We Learn Biochemistry

Over the last ten years, schools have been trying to mix digital tools into teaching biochemistry. This shift started before the pandemic but really picked up speed during it. Now, students use virtual labs, augmented reality, and online games to learn. These tools can make learning more fun and hel

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Feb 13 2026HEALTH

Vaccines: A Shield for Nations

Vaccines are not just about health; they are a matter of national security. This is the strong message from a top global health leader. He warns that growing anti-vaccine feelings around the world could make it harder to fight future pandemics. The leader is Richard Hatchett. He heads the Coalition

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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Closing of Oakland’s Athletic Club: A Last Game

The Athletic Club in Oakland has closed its doors after eight years of serving fans and friends. The final day coincided with the Super Bowl, adding a bittersweet note to its farewell. A post on Instagram announced the closure and thanked patrons for their support. Co‑owner Miles Palliser expressed

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Feb 11 2026HEALTH

Lessons From a Rural Hospital’s First COVID‑19 Surge

A few months after the first wave hit a small Tasmanian hospital, 252 staff members answered questions about how things went. Their stories point to five key ideas that future plans should keep in mind. First, people felt lost because the rules changed so fast and no one had all the answers. Good

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Feb 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Life Behind the Screen: A Story of Work, Family and Bad Content

The play shows how a man named Frank struggles to keep his life together while working as a content moderator during the early days of the COVID‑19 lockdown. He is separated from his wife, who is upset that he borrowed money without telling her while studying English at a community college. Frank al

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

U. S. Leaves WHO: A Clash of Claims and Consequences

The U. S. made a big move in January 2025. They decided to leave the World Health Organization (WHO). This wasn't a friendly split. The Trump administration blamed the WHO for mishandling the COVID-19 pandemic. They said the WHO didn't share information quickly or honestly. But the WHO disagrees. Th

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Jan 25 2026HEALTH

Why the U. S. Leaving WHO Matters to Everyone

The United States has decided to leave the World Health Organization (WHO). This move could have big effects on global health. The U. S. played a big role in WHO's successes, like eradicating smallpox and fighting diseases like polio and HIV. WHO is saddened by this decision. They believe it makes

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

Uncle Sam Says Goodbye to the World Health Organization

The United States has officially left the World Health Organization (WHO). This decision has been in the works for a while. The US government has stopped all funding and recalled its staff. They also left WHO meetings and groups. The US owes WHO about $260 million. But experts say the US probably w

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Jan 23 2026CRIME

Crime in the U. S. : A Look at the Numbers

Crime rates in the U. S. have been going down since the pandemic. This is true for both violent and property crimes. In fact, aggravated assault and burglary rates hit their lowest points last year since the pandemic started. Homicides have also dropped significantly. In 52 of the largest cities, ho

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Jan 22 2026CELEBRITIES

Why James Cameron Switched Homes for a Better Life

James Cameron, the famous movie director, has been living in New Zealand since 2020. He first visited the country in the 1990s and loved it. He promised himself he would move there one day. His wife, Susie, also liked the idea. They even bought a farm there in 2011. But they kept going back and fort

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