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May 28 2025POLITICS

Why the Left Misreads the Right's Rise

The rise of right-wing populism over the past decade has left many on the socialist left puzzled. They often blame the surge on the betrayal of the working class by center-left parties. These parties, they argue, embraced free trade and neoliberal policies, leading to job losses and stagnant wages.

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May 28 2025SCIENCE

How Black Poplar Trees Fight Back Against Caterpillars

The black poplar tree, a key player in both nature and industry, has some clever tricks up its sleeves when it comes to defending itself. Researchers have been digging into how these trees respond to caterpillar attacks, focusing on more than just the leaves. They looked at the tree's wood, bark, an

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May 28 2025SCIENCE

Understanding how soil conditions impact the spread of a plant disease

There is a sneaky plant disease called Phytophthora ramorum. It is a big problem in nurseries. It can hide in the soil. It waits in the dirt. It can stay there for a long time. It can hide in old, infected leaves that are buried. To understand how this disease spreads, scientists did some experimen

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May 28 2025SPORTS

Harper's Elbow Injury: A Setback for the Phillies' Star

The Philadelphia Phillies faced a sudden scare during their game against the Atlanta Braves. Bryce Harper, the team's star player, had to leave the field after taking a fastball to his right elbow. This elbow is the same one that underwent Tommy John surgery in 2022. It was a tense moment for bot

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May 28 2025POLITICS

Tommy Tuberville's Big Move: From Football Field to Governor's Race

Tommy Tuberville, a well-known figure in Alabama, has thrown his hat into the ring for the state's governor race in 2026. This news comes after weeks of whispers and speculation. Tuberville, a former football coach turned politician, made the announcement on a popular news show. He promised to bring

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May 28 2025POLITICS

Gaza's New Reality: Forced Moves and Food Scarcity

The Gaza Strip is facing a major upheaval as nearly 180, 000 Palestinians have been forced to relocate due to the latest military actions by Israel. This displacement has transformed familiar landscapes into makeshift refugee camps. A once peaceful harbor is now a sea of tents, and a diplomatic buil

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May 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Switching Smoothly: How iOS 19 Might Simplify Moving to Android

Next year, switching from an iPhone to an Android device could become much easier. There's talk that iOS 19, due out in 2025, might allow users to transfer their eSIM directly to an Android phone. This would be a big deal for anyone tired of the usual hassle. Right now, moving an eSIM from an i

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May 28 2025SPORTS

The Big NBA Showdown: How to Bet on Knicks vs. Pacers Game 4

The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers are set to face off in Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Eastern Conference Finals. The home team has yet to win a game in this series, which makes the outcome even more unpredictable. The Pacers, currently favored at -3, will try to secure a win on their home court. Two

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May 28 2025SPORTS

The New Faces of College Football 26

Two young stars are taking center stage in the upcoming College Football 26 video game. Ryan Williams from Alabama and Jeremiah Smith from Ohio State are the faces of the standard edition cover. These sophomore wide receivers are making waves in the college football world. They are not the only one

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May 28 2025SPORTS

LeBron's Big Decision: Stay or Go?

LeBron James is at a crossroads with his basketball career. He is weighing his options for the 2025-26 season. He has a choice to make about his future with the Los Angeles Lakers. He has a player option for the second year of his two-year, $104 million deal. He has not yet announced what he wil

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