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Jan 01 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Rainy Rose Parade Brings Joy and Challenges

Rain poured down on Pasadena as the Rose Parade made its way through the streets, marking the first rainy parade in over two decades. Michael Brooks, a 41-year-old from Monterey Park, stood on Colorado Boulevard with a hot chocolate in hand, grinning despite the downpour. This was his first time att

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Jan 01 2026HEALTH

Trump's Health Choices: Aspirin, Bruises, and Transparency

President Trump recently shared some insights about his health with The Wall Street Journal. He revealed that he takes a higher dose of aspirin than his doctors recommend. This higher dose, he believes, helps keep his blood thin and healthy. However, it also causes bruising, which has been noticeabl

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Jan 01 2026HEALTH

How Cuts Can Affect Your Life After Birth

After giving birth, some women face a challenge called anal incontinence. It's when they can't control their bowels. This can really mess up their daily life. Doctors sometimes make a cut during birth to help the baby come out. This cut is called an episiotomy. But does this cut make anal incontine

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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

The FBI's Identity Crisis: How Diversity Efforts Split the Bureau

Nicole Parker, a former FBI agent, has shared her critical view on the impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the FBI. She believes these efforts have caused significant division and harm to the agency's core mission. Parker, who served for 12 years, witnessed a growing

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Jan 01 2026EDUCATION

Why Some Families Are Choosing Classical Christian Schools

Parents in the Washington, D. C. area are increasingly turning to classical Christian schools. This isn't just about religion. It's about finding a different way to educate kids. Many feel that traditional public schools are not meeting their needs. They want a system that offers structure, moral gu

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Jan 01 2026HEALTH

Money and Health: A Tale of Two Measures in China

In China, the link between money and health is not as straightforward as it might seem. Recent research using data from 2016 and 2020 shows that how people feel about their health and what their body mass index (BMI) says can be quite different. This difference changes depending on where you live an

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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

The 2025 Political Rollercoaster: A Year of Surprises and Setbacks

The political landscape in 2025 was anything but predictable. It was a year filled with unexpected twists, dramatic exits, and surprising comebacks. Let's dive in and see what made this year so memorable. First up, let's talk about the man who needs no introduction: Donald Trump. His second term in

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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

Boston City Council President Race: A Clash of Ambitions and Alliances

In Boston, a fierce competition is unfolding to decide who will lead the City Council. Gabriela Coletta Zapata and Brian Worrell are the main contenders, each aiming to secure the necessary votes to claim the presidency. The election, set for January 5, is not just about who wins but also about unde

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Jan 01 2026SCIENCE

Smart Polymers Boost Isotope Analysis in Chemistry

Science has a new trick up its sleeve. It's called temperature-responsive liquid chromatography (TRLC). This isn't just any regular chromatography. It's special because it can change how it works just by changing the temperature. This is all thanks to smart polymers like PNIPAAm. These polymers are

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

Quantum Mechanics: Bohr's Idea Wins Again

A recent experiment in China has shown that Niels Bohr was right in his debate with Albert Einstein about quantum mechanics. The experiment was based on a thought experiment proposed by Einstein almost a century ago. Bohr argued that certain properties of particles cannot be measured at the same tim

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