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Dec 06 2025HEALTH

New Hope for High Blood Pressure: A Look at Renal Denervation in Canada

High blood pressure is a big problem in Canada. Many people struggle to keep it under control. A new treatment called renal denervation (RDN) is now available. It's a small operation that can help lower blood pressure. But how well does it work? And who should get it? RDN is a recent addition to th

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Dec 06 2025SPORTS

Arsenal's Heartbreak at Villa Park: A Hard Lesson in Football

Arsenal's unbeaten streak came to a dramatic end at Aston Villa. The Gunners lost 2-1 in a thrilling match that went down to the wire. The defeat was tough to swallow, especially since it came in the 95th minute. Arsenal had fought back from a goal down, with Leandro Trossard equalizing in the secon

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Dec 06 2025CRIME

Hong Kong's Housing Crisis Deepens After Devastating Fire

In Hong Kong, a recent fire has left a huge mess. It's been more than a week since the fire destroyed a big housing complex. At least 159 people died. Now, the city has a big problem: finding new homes for the thousands of people who survived. They lost almost everything in the fire. The government

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Dec 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Meta's Mixed Reality Glasses Hit a Snag: What's the Hold-Up?

Meta has decided to slow down the launch of its new mixed reality glasses, nicknamed "Phoenix. " Originally set for the second half of 2026, the release is now pushed back to the first half of 2027. This delay was announced by Maher Saba, VP of Reality Labs Foundation, in a memo to employees. The re

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Dec 06 2025POLITICS

Saudi Arabia's Secret Alcohol Shop: A New Twist for Wealthy Expats

Saudi Arabia has long been known for its strict alcohol ban. So, when word got out that a hidden store in Riyadh started selling whiskey and champagne, it caused quite a stir. This wasn't just any store—it was catering to wealthy foreigners with special residency permits. These permits, called "pre

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Dec 06 2025HEALTH

A Rare and Deadly Link: Rabies Spread Through a Kidney Transplant

A man in Michigan passed away due to rabies. This happened after he received a kidney from a donor who had the virus. This is a very rare event. It has only happened three times before in the last 50 years. The donor, a man from Idaho, was scratched by a skunk. This happened while he was on his rur

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Dec 06 2025POLITICS

Indiana Republicans Face Pressure Over Redistricting

Indiana's Republican senators are in a tough spot. They're being pressured by former President Donald Trump to redraw political maps before the next elections. This isn't just about politics; it's about safety and values. Some senators have faced serious threats. Spencer Deery had a fake emergency

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Dec 06 2025SCIENCE

Simulating Gut Buddies: A Tool for Better Microbiome Studies

Ever wondered how scientists study the tiny worlds inside our bodies? They use special tools to look at microbes, but sometimes, they need fake data to test these tools. That's where MHASS comes in. It's like a fake microbiome maker. It creates pretend data that looks real. This helps scientists che

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Dec 06 2025POLITICS

West Virginia's National Guard: A Double-Edged Sword

West Virginia has a strong military culture. Many bridges and streets honor local veterans. This is a state with one of the highest numbers of veterans per person in the country. For many, joining the military, including the National Guard, is not just about duty. It's also about finding jobs and op

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Dec 06 2025FINANCE

Pennsylvania Tax Board Makes Partial Decision on Sales Tax Case

A recent ruling by the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) has left a taxpayer with mixed results. The company, which deals in buying, selling, and repairing electronic products, had asked for a reduction in a sales tax assessment that covered the period from January 31, 2017, to Decembe

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