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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Playful Healing: How VR Games Can Help Kids and Parents in the Hospital

Hospitals can be scary places for kids. Medical procedures often bring pain and fear, which is why sedation is frequently used. However, sedation isn't always the best solution, as it comes with its own set of health risks. Caregivers, typically parents, also feel the stress. Their anxiety can make

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Fighting the Ticket Scalpers: A New Push for Fair Pricing

The White House recently took a stand against ticket scalpers. President Trump invited Kid Rock to the Oval Office. They signed an executive order aimed at making live events more affordable and fair. The order is all about stopping unfair ticket pricing. It targets those who buy up tickets and sel

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Mar 31 2025FINANCE

Rocket's Big Move: A New Giant in the Mortgage World

The mortgage industry is buzzing with news of a major merger. Rocket, a leading mortgage company, is set to acquire Mr. Cooper, a significant competitor, in a deal worth $9. 4 billion. This move comes hot on the heels of Rocket's recent acquisition of Redfin, a real estate listing company. The merg

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Students and Teachers in the Crosshairs: A New Wave of Detentions

A wave of detentions has swept through college campuses, targeting students and faculty who have spoken out on Palestinian issues. These individuals, many of whom have valid visas or permanent residency, are now facing deportation. The crackdown is part of a broader effort to control immigratio

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Mar 31 2025SCIENCE

The Buzz on Bugs: Top Picks in Insect Research

Every year, the Journal of Comparative Physiology A honors the best articles in two categories: Original Research and Review/Review-History. The winners are picked by the Editorial Board and the readers who access the articles online. The 2025 awards have been announced, and they spotlight some fasc

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Mar 31 2025CRIME

A Small Plane's Fatal Descent

A small plane's tragic end in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, has left one person dead. The single-engine aircraft crashed into a home on Saturday, raising questions about what went wrong. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is now leading the investigation, focusing on various factors that co

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Mar 31 2025SCIENCE

First Steps in Space: German Rocket's Bold Attempt

A German startup took a significant step in the space race with a rocket designed to launch satellites from Europe. The first test flight, however, did not go as planned. The rocket, launched from a Norwegian spaceport, failed shortly after takeoff. This was a big deal because it was the first time

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

French Politics: Will Marine Le Pen's Presidential Bid Be Blocked?

In France, a crucial court decision looms over Marine Le Pen's political future. The leader of the National Rally party is awaiting a verdict that could potentially bar her from running in the next presidential election. This legal battle revolves around allegations that Le Pen and 24 others misused

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Mar 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

Europe's Private Space Venture: A Bold Step Forward

A German space startup made a big splash in Norway. A test rocket blasted off from a spaceport in Norway. The rocket was designed to test the ability to launch satellites from Europe. It was a short flight. The rocket took off and then exploded 40 seconds later. The company behind the rocket ca

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

Will Marine Le Pen's Legal Woes Keep Her Out of the Race?

Marine Le Pen, a prominent figure in French politics, has faced setbacks in her three previous attempts to win the presidency. Her political future is now hanging in the balance due to an embezzlement case. If found guilty, she could be disqualified from running in future elections. This potential o

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