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Feb 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change: Trump's Second Term and the US's Missing Act

Trump's second term has started with a bang, but not in a good way. The US has been notably absent from key international climate talks. This isn't just a minor oversight; it's a significant shift from Trump's first term. Back then, even though the US had pulled out of the Paris Agreement, officials

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Feb 25 2025POLITICS

The MAGA Library Plaque: A Controversial Commemoration

In the sunny city of Huntington Beach, a small group of council members, known as the “MAGA-nificent 7, ” made a big splash with a library plaque. They took a simple task—honoring the 50th anniversary of the city’s main library—and turned it into a political statement. The plaque, approved

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Rise: Texas Faces a Growing Health Challenge

Texas is dealing with a significant measles outbreak, with 92 confirmed cases. The majority of these cases are in West Texas, with 90 cases reported in that region alone. This is a concerning trend, as most of the infected individuals are either unvaccinated or have unknown vaccination status. Th

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Tiny Warriors: Using Nanoparticles to Fight Grain Pests

Grain pests can cause major problems for farmers worldwide. One particularly troublesome pest is the lesser grain borer, a beetle that can wreak havoc on stored grain. Researchers have been exploring new ways to control these pests. They've found a promising method using something called double-stra

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Feb 25 2025SPORTS

Knees and the World Cup: A Surprising Look at ACL Injuries

Imagine this: almost 13% of women and nearly 8% of men who played in the recent World Cups had gone through knee surgery before. That's a lot of athletes dealing with a tough recovery. But why does this matter? Well, it's not just about the numbers. It's about understanding the risks and the challen

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Unmasking Drug Resistance in Parasites: A New Look at Anthelmintics

Haemonchus contortus is a nasty parasite that loves to infect small ruminants. It is a type of worm that can cause serious health problems in sheep and goats. Chemotherapy is the go-to treatment for these infections, but these parasites are getting smarter and developing resistance to drugs. This

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Unlikely Encounters

In the bustling food court of a renowned children’s hospital, a mother and her daughter found themselves reminiscing about the past. The mother, having navigated the hospital's labyrinthine corridors years ago, couldn't help but notice the changes. The absence of recycling stations and charging towe

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Feb 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Lester Holt's New Chapter: From Nightly News to Dateline

Lester Holt is moving on from his role as the anchor of "NBC Nightly News" this summer. He will continue to lead "Dateline NBC, " a prime-time news magazine show. Holt has been a key figure at NBC for the past ten years. He became the first African-American solo anchor of a weekday network nightly n

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Cleaner Air for Pigs: Testing Ionizers in Farrowing Rooms

In the world of pig farming, air quality is a big deal. It's not just about keeping the pigs healthy; it's also about protecting the humans who work there. Tiny particles floating in the air, smaller than 10 micrometers, can cause big problems. These particles, known as particulate matter (PM), can

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Who's Choosing Medical Aid in Dying?

Medical aid in dying, or MAID, is a significant topic in the United States. It's legal in many states, covering over one-fifth of the population. However, the majority of people who choose MAID are white and well-educated. This raises some important questions. Does everyone understand what MAID is?

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