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Oct 09 2025ENVIRONMENT

Edmonds' Failed Poop Project: What Went Wrong?

Edmonds' big plan to turn sewage into energy has turned into a smelly mess. The city spent a lot of money on a new system called gasification. This was supposed to replace an old incinerator. But it hasn't worked out as planned. The system was supposed to destroy harmful chemicals and make energy. I

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Oct 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Music's Wild Ride: A Global Journey Through 21st Century Sounds

Music today is like a never-ending party with guests from every corner of the world. It's not just about one style or sound anymore. It's a mix of everything, from the catchy beats of K-pop to the raw energy of punk rock. This list of 250 songs shows just how diverse and exciting music has become.

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Oct 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Taylor Swift's Life of a Showgirl Shatters Records

Taylor Swift has made history again, this time with her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl. " In just five days, the album has sold over 3. 5 million units, beating Adele's long-standing record for the biggest first-week sales. Adele's "25" held the record since 2015 with 3. 482 million units. Bu

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Oct 08 2025HEALTH

Understanding Multiple Sclerosis in Transgender and Gender-Diverse People

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex condition. It affects people in different ways. But what about transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) people with MS? This group is often overlooked in research. Yet, they face unique challenges. TGD people with MS may undergo gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAH

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Oct 08 2025HEALTH

Understanding Growth Patterns in Babies With Birth Defects

Babies born with physical birth defects face unique challenges. Their growth and body development are often different from other babies. This is especially true for those born at full term. A recent study looked at how these babies grow while in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). It also tried

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Oct 08 2025CELEBRITIES

Pardon Talk: Diddy's Legal Fight and Trump's Comments

Sean Combs, the well-known music producer and entrepreneur, has been in the news again, but this time it's not about his music or business ventures. He's been making headlines due to his legal troubles and a possible pardon from former President Trump. Trump recently mentioned that Combs, also know

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Oct 08 2025HEALTH

Fungal Hitchhikers in COVID-19 Patients: A Hidden Challenge

In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors noticed something odd. Many patients fighting the virus also had fungal infections. These fungi, mainly from the Candida family, were found in the lungs and airways of COVID-19 patients more often than in those who didn't have the virus. Researche

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Oct 08 2025HEALTH

How Sugar in Your Brain Might Be Messing With Your Mood

Ever wondered why some people feel down, sleep poorly, and avoid others? It might have something to do with tiny sugar molecules in the brain. These sugars, called glycans, attach to proteins and change how they work. Researchers found that when these sugars are out of balance, they can mess up the

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Oct 08 2025BUSINESS

From Rowing to Retail: How Sports Shaped a Business Leader

Malina Ngai, the CEO of AS Watson, has a unique background that sets her apart in the business world. She was once a competitive athlete, and she believes that her time in sports gave her more than just discipline and leadership skills. It also taught her the importance of using data and science to

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Oct 08 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Third Year: A Cry for Justice and Accountability

Gaza is entering its third year under a brutal siege, and the world is still turning a blind eye. The suffering is immense, and the complicity of governments, media, and international bodies is appalling. There are no excuses for this silence. The pain felt by those connected to Gaza is profound, ec

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