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Mar 06 2026HEALTH

Children at Risk After Measles Exposure in Sacramento

Officials in Sacramento County are working hard to find everyone who might have caught measles at a recent school‑style event. A child who fell ill with the virus could have passed it to about 130 kids, according to the state health department. The gathering was described as an enrichment program, b

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

The Education Department’s Secretive Shift on Student Rights

ProPublica has filed a federal lawsuit in New York, claiming that the U. S. Department of Education is keeping important records hidden from the public. The complaint says the department has ignored four Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests that asked for details about civil rights investigati

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Feb 18 2026SCIENCE

How Tiny Heat Waves Can Spot Proteins

Proteins are like tiny messengers in our body. They play a big role in diseases, drugs, and research. So, spotting them quickly and accurately is super important. There's a cool new way to do this using something called microscale thermophoresis (MST). It's like a heat wave that helps us see these p

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Feb 13 2026CELEBRITIES

How Halle Berry's Sticky Notes Led to Love

Halle Berry, known for her roles in action-packed films, has a surprising story about how she met her partner, Van Hunt. It all started with sticky notes and a lot of patience. Berry shared that she spent years writing down what she wanted in a partner. She was very specific about the qualities she

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Jan 29 2026CELEBRITIES

Halle Berry: Aging with Grace and Glamour

Halle Berry, at 59, is a shining example of aging gracefully. She recently attended the London premiere of "Crime 101, " showcasing her timeless beauty and confidence. Dressed in a striking black bodysuit and a bejeweled maxi skirt, she turned heads and proved that age is just a number. Her outfit

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Jan 27 2026CELEBRITIES

Halley Kate's Big News: A Ring and a Promise

Halley Kate McGookin, known to many as Halley Kate, has some exciting news to share. She and her boyfriend, Reed Williams, are engaged! The 24-year-old influencer posted a video on her Instagram on January 23rd, showing the moment Reed proposed. In the clip, Reed gets down on one knee in a lawn, and

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Jan 23 2026HEALTH

What's the Deal with Product Labels?

Product labels are full of fancy words. "Scientifically proven, " "dermatologist approved, " "lab-tested" – these phrases pop up everywhere. But what do they really mean? Not as much as one might think. Companies use these terms to sound more credible. It's a way to gain trust. But not all claims a

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Jan 20 2026SCIENCE

Decoding Protein Folding: The Missing Pieces

Proteins are like tiny machines in our bodies. They do lots of important jobs. But before they can work, they need to fold into the right shape. This is called the native structure. Scientists know a lot about these final shapes. But they don't know much about the shapes proteins take while folding.

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Jan 19 2026HEALTH

How DNA Tests Can Help Men With Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is a serious health issue for many men. Doctors often use a method called active surveillance to monitor it. This means they keep a close eye on the cancer instead of treating it right away. But how do they decide who is a good fit for this approach? One tool that might help is the

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Jan 19 2026HEALTH

Nanotech and Prostate Cancer: Can Curcumin and Piperine Really Help?

Prostate cancer is a tough nut to crack. It often becomes resistant to treatments, and the side effects can pile up. So, scientists are always on the lookout for new ways to fight it. Curcumin and piperine are two natural compounds that have shown promise. They can target cancer cells directly. But

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