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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Fighting Cancer With Beams: Uganda's Journey in Radiation Therapy

In Uganda, the journey of radiation therapy has been one with ups and downs. In the late 1980's, the first step was to introduce radiation treatment units. This was the start of something big in Uganda. These units were used to figure out the best radiation doses for patie

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Jan 30 2025OPINION

Fighting Hate: The Real Way to Challenge Antisemitism

When Donald Trump became president, many American Jews felt uneasy. They worried about what his presidency would mean for their safety and security. His talk about a mysterious corrupt elite and his right-hand man, Elon Musk, performing what looked like two Nazi salutes at a victory ceremony didn't

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Jan 30 2025CRIME

'Swindlers Stolen Fortune Scheme

A Florida man, Erick Jason Victoria-Brito, now 30, was recently brought from the Dominican Republic to New York City to face severe charges. He was part of a group that tricked big organizations and government bodies. The group created fake companies and bank accounts to steal money. This crime grou

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Jan 30 2025LIFESTYLE

Fun Things to do in Kingston when it's chilly!

So, February 2025 is here! The cold weather is settling in, but don't let that stop you from having fun and learning and exploring. There are plenty of opportunities both indoors and outdoors to make the most of the longer days. It's important to remember that winter is a season for activities that

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Jan 30 2025SCIENCE

Fingernail Tests and Radiation Measurement Challenges

First thing to know, Science needs a way to measure the exposure to radiation. This is important to decide on medical treatments. One way to do this is by using fingernails, they can hold the signs of radiation for a long time. This is called ESR. It is a great idea because it’s easy to get fingerna

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Motherhood in Hard Times: Two Plays, Two Eras

They say time changes everything, but not always for the better. Two powerful plays, "Jordan" from 1992 and "Iphigenia in Splott" from 2015, bring to light the never-ending struggle of mothers living in poverty. Both plays tell the grim tales of babies who didn't make it due to insufficient help fro

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Jan 30 2025HEALTH

The Play that Changed Conversations: Nemone Lethbridge’s Baby Blues

In the chilly December of 1973, a unique drama hit British TV screens. Nemone Lethbridge's play "Baby Blues" aired on the BBC as part of their influential "Play for Today" series. This wasn't your usual television fare; it delved into topics that society often whispered about, like infertility, caes

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Jan 29 2025FINANCE

A Career in City Finances: Elizabeth Holleb's Legacy

Elizabeth Holleb recently retired from her position as Finance Director of Lake Forest. She was honored by the City Council for her excellent work in making complex financial matters easy to understand. Holleb spent over a decade managing the city's finances, which has a budget of about $115 million

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Jan 29 2025HEALTH

Helping Moms in Rural China: Do Services and Policy Awareness Really Make a Difference?

Did you know that where you live can greatly affect your health knowledge and practices, especially for pregnant women in rural areas? Let's dive into a study that examined how well public services and policy awareness work in improving maternal health in northwestern China. This study basically ask

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Jan 29 2025POLITICS

The White House Welcomes New Media to the Press Briefing

In the heart of Washington, the White House press briefing room is a place where seating isn't just about comfort, it's about clout. The front row is for the big shots from major networks, while the back is where smaller outlets sit. Recently, the Trump administration decided to mix things up. One

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