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May 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

Greenhouse Gas Reduction: The Hidden Costs for Struggling Neighborhoods

The United States is making a big push to cut down on greenhouse gases. One of the main strategies is carbon capture and storage. This technology aims to trap carbon dioxide from power plants before it escapes into the atmosphere. While it sounds like a good plan, there are some serious concerns, es

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May 17 2025HEALTH

Helping Hands: The Journey of Robotic Arms for Tetraplegia

Tetraplegia is a serious condition that affects many people. It brings big challenges for those who have it, their caregivers, and the healthcare system. Assistive technologies, like robotic arms, can make a real difference. They help people with tetraplegia do daily tasks on their own. This can mak

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May 16 2025CRIME

Deaths in Police Custody: A Hidden Truth

In Maryland, a recent audit has brought to light a disturbing fact. At least 36 deaths in police custody were not classified as homicides. This was despite clear evidence suggesting otherwise. The audit was prompted by concerns about the former state medical examiner's role in the George Floyd case.

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May 16 2025POLITICS

Peace Talks: A Long Shot for Russia and Ukraine

The first face-to-face peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in three years wrapped up quickly. They lasted less than two hours. The talks happened in Istanbul, Turkey. This was the first direct conversation since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The Ukrainian side had high hopes. They wanted

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

Voyager's Thruster Revival: A Spacecraft's Second Wind

Voyager 1 has been a space traveler for nearly 50 years, braving the tough conditions of outer space. It is a marvel of engineering that has kept going despite its age. The latest challenge for the team on the ground was to bring back to life a set of thrusters that had been out of action for deca

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May 16 2025SPORTS

Bill Belichick's New Role and Relationships

Bill Belichick's book tour has been a whirlwind of interviews. Most have been quite tame, but Michael Strahan on Good Morning America managed to ask some tough questions. He started with easy questions about the book, but then he went deeper. Strahan asked what the football coach version of Belichi

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

Cleaning Up Cereal Contaminants with Light and Science

Cereals are a staple in many diets, but they often carry harmful substances. Two of the worst offenders are aflatoxin B1 and zearalenone. These toxins are not only common but also highly dangerous. Finding a safe and effective way to remove them is crucial for keeping food safe to eat. One interest

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May 16 2025CELEBRITIES

The Long Road to Justice

In the heart of Manhattan, a high-stakes courtroom drama unfolded, with Cassie Ventura taking center stage for a second day of intense questioning. Ventura, a key figure in the prosecution's case, is the former partner of Sean "Diddy" Combs, a prominent figure in the hip-hop world. Combs, now 55, is

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May 16 2025SPORTS

Head Protection in Boxing: What's the Deal?

In the boxing world, a big change has happened. The International Boxing Association, or IBA, has decided to stop using headguards in amateur boxing. This has caused a lot of talk about how to keep boxers safe. Some people think headguards help prevent injuries like cuts, concussions, and broken bon

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

The Brain's Water Managers Under Pressure

The brain has a special group of cells that make a hormone called arginine vasopressin. These cells are always busy making this hormone. They are found in two specific areas of the brain called the magnocellular supraoptic nucleus and paraventricular nuclei of the hypothalamus. This constant work pu

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