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Jan 03 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Hospitals Can Cut Down on Plastic Waste

Intensive care units (ICUs) are known for using a lot of resources. They are like the energy guzzlers of hospitals. A recent study looked at six common breathing treatments given in an Italian ICU. The goal was to see if switching from disposable to reusable products could cut down on plastic waste

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Yemen's Tense Stand-Off: Saudi Arabia and UAE at Odds

Yemen is in a tough spot. A fight broke out between two powerful friends, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Both sides have been helping Yemen's government in its long war. But now, they're backing different groups. This could split Yemen in two. The UAE supports a group called the Souther

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Zohran Mamdani's First Week: A Fresh Face in NYC Politics

New York City's newest mayor, Zohran Mamdani, is wasting no time making his mark. Just two days into his term, he's already tackling big issues like housing and public transit. On Friday, he chose to connect with everyday New Yorkers by hopping on the W train, chatting with commuters, and even attem

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Jan 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Pebble's Comeback: A Smarter, Thinner Smartwatch

Pebble is back, and this time, they've learned from their past mistakes. The company, known for its smartwatches, has just launched the Pebble Round 2. It's a new version of their old model, the Pebble Time Round. The first one had some problems. It was thin and had a nice round screen, but the batt

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Jan 02 2026BUSINESS

Tesla's Recent Slowdown: What's Happening?

Tesla, a company known for its electric cars, has seen a drop in the number of vehicles it delivered in the last three months of the year. This decline is significant, with a 16% decrease compared to the same period the previous year. This news has led to a drop in the company's stock price. The de

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Tensions Rise as Trump and Iran Trade Warnings Amid Protests

Things are heating up between the U. S. and Iran. Recent protests in Iran have sparked a war of words between U. S. President Donald Trump and top Iranian officials. It all started when Trump took to his Truth Social platform to warn Iran about cracking down on peaceful protesters. He said if Iran "

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Jan 02 2026HEALTH

Unraveling the Mystery of a Teen's Alzheimer's Diagnosis

Alzheimer's disease is often seen as something that affects older people. But in 2022, doctors in China diagnosed a 19-year-old with this condition. This makes him the youngest person ever to get this diagnosis. Normally, Alzheimer's is linked to older age. But sometimes, it can happen to people un

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Jan 02 2026HEALTH

Jelly Roll's Journey to a Healthier Life

Jelly Roll, a well-known country music artist, has recently shared his incredible weight loss journey with the world. He has lost an astonishing 275 pounds, and he's not shy about discussing the challenges he faced along the way. In a recent Men's Health cover feature and a short documentary titled

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Jan 02 2026BUSINESS

Economists Predict 2026: Inflation, Jobs, and Growth

In 2025, a group of economists, led by Joseph Davis at Vanguard, made predictions that turned out to be quite accurate. They forecasted an unemployment rate of 4. 4%, an average of 97, 500 new jobs per month, and a 3% increase in the Consumer Price Index. As the year comes to a close, these numbers

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Jan 02 2026SPORTS

USA's Olympic Hockey Team: A Mix of Familiar Faces and Fresh Picks

The United States has picked its men's hockey team for the 2026 Olympics, and it's a blend of old and new. Out of 25 players, 21 were part of the 4 Nations Face-Off, with four new additions. Quinn Hughes is one of the new faces, but he was actually named to the team back in June. The team is packed

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