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Jan 11 2025SCIENCE

Hot Photos from Mercury's Close Encounter

You might think that Mercury is just our little neighbor. But it's not so simple. This small planet is brutal. It's so close to the Sun that it experiences extreme temperatures, from super hot to freezing cold. Plus, it's heavily beaten by solar radiation. So, imagine our excitement when the Europea

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Jan 11 2025POLITICS

The Trump Organization's New Plan: Limiting Trump's Business Role

The Trump Organization has rolled out a fresh ethics plan aimed at reducing President-elect Donald Trump's involvement in the family business while he serves in the White House. The plan, shared with CNBC, outlines several key changes. Trump will have restricted access to the company's financial det

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Jan 11 2025HEALTH

Why Safety Planning Matters for Latinas

Latinas in the US face high rates of intimate partner violence (IPV). Yet, they often seek help less than other communities. Safety planning offers concrete steps to boost safety and connect people to support services. Research shows it can reduce future violence, but what are the top safety priorit

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

Walgreens' Turnaround Plan: Hits and Misses

Walgreens recently surprised Wall Street with better-than-expected financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year. Despite a $265 million loss, the drugstore chain is working hard to rebuild its business. They're closing stores, trying to fix prescription reimbursement issues, and battli

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Jan 11 2025SPORTS

Blazing Buckeyes: An Unfinished Dream

The Ohio State University's 2021 recruiting class was a force to be reckoned with. Ranked second nationally, they proved their worth with a stunning 32-4 record over three seasons. But for these players, there was more to achieve – namely, beating Michigan and winning a national championship. Many t

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Jan 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's Next Super Phone: A Brighter, Smarter Screen?

Ever wondered what makes your phone's screen glow the way it does? Well, Samsung's got a new trick up its sleeve for the Galaxy S26 Ultra! It's all about this new CoE tech, which is set to make our screens not just brighter but also more energy-efficient. Think thinner screens that let more light th

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Jan 10 2025HEALTH

Undocumented Patients Face Barriers to Lifesaving Stem Cell Transplants

In the United States, people without proper documentation who are dealing with blood cancers often struggle to get a potentially life-saving stem cell transplant. Instead, they're often stuck with less effective treatments that have a higher chance of being fatal. This situation is largely overlooke

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Jan 10 2025SPORTS

Rams Receiver Demarcus Robinson Faces DUI Charge

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Demarcus Robinson is in hot water. He's been charged with a single count of misdemeanor DUI, confirmed by the Los Angeles City Attorney's office. This news comes after he was caught driving at over 100 mph in a white Dodge sedan on the US-101 northbound in November. Of

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Jan 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

What Plastic Does to Seabirds: A Closer Look

You might have heard that plastics in the ocean are a serious issue, but what's the real deal when it comes to seabirds? Scientists joined forces with local fishermen and wildlife rescuers to figure it out. They gathered more than 400 young shearwaters—some in great condition, others not so much. Th

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Jan 10 2025CRYPTO

US Plans to Sell Seized Bitcoins, a Big Crypto Sale

Imagine this: a massive stash of bitcoins, worth around $6. 4 billion today, is up for grabs. These aren't just any bitcoins; they were stolen from Silk Road, an illegal online marketplace, way back in 2012. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) got its hands on them in 2020, after a lengthy investigat

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