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Nov 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Meta Keeps Instagram and WhatsApp: What This Means

A recent court decision has given Meta a big win. The judge said Meta did not break any laws when it bought Instagram and WhatsApp. This ruling is important because it shows how hard it is to challenge big tech companies. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) tried to prove that Meta was acting unfair

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Nov 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Top Albums of 2025: A Year of Musical Diversity

The music scene in 2025 has been a vibrant mix of genres and artists. From pop to K-pop, and everything in between, the Billboard 200 chart has seen a lot of action. So far, 22 different albums have claimed the top spot. Some of these albums are from previous years, like SZA’s SOS and Kendrick Lamar

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Nov 19 2025HEALTH

Breast Cancer and Birth Control: What You Need to Know

A recent study in Sweden tracked over two million women under 50 for more than a decade. It found that hormonal birth control is generally safe, but some types might slightly increase breast cancer risk. The risk is small and short-term, highest during use and fading after stopping. The study showe

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Nov 18 2025SCIENCE

Sea Levels and Chilly Surprises: A Climate Puzzle

A recent study has stirred up quite the debate. It suggests that a small rise in global sea levels could lead to harsher winters in East Asia. The idea is that a 15-30 cm increase in sea levels might tweak atmospheric patterns, making cold snaps more intense. But is this claim backed by solid eviden

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Nov 18 2025SCIENCE

Space Weather Predictions: Are They Hitting the Mark?

The UK's Met Office Space Weather Operations Centre, established in 2014, has been working to help the country prepare for space weather events. They provide daily forecasts, including four-day geomagnetic storm forecasts (GMSF) and X-ray flare forecasts (XRFF). But how good are these predictions?

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Nov 17 2025RELIGION

High School Football and the Prayer Dilemma: What's Allowed?

The Supreme Court recently chose not to review a case about prayer at high school football games. This decision keeps a 25-year-old rule in place, which says student-led prayers at football games are not allowed. The case involved two Christian schools in Florida who wanted to pray over the loudspea

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Nov 17 2025OPINION

How Chinese Social Media Users Talk About Gender

In China, social media has become a key place where people speak up about women's everyday needs. This is part of a bigger movement called everyday feminism. When people talk about gender on these platforms, they often end up in heated debates. These debates can get pretty intense, with people using

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Nov 17 2025HEALTH

Smart Nanoparticles Take Aim at Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is a tough opponent. It's smart, sneaky, and hard to beat. But scientists are fighting back with a clever new weapon: tiny nanoparticles that can target cancer cells and their powerhouses, the mitochondria. These nanoparticles are like tiny delivery trucks. They carry two special carg

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Nov 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

New York's Climate Challenge: Can They Balance Costs and Action?

New York is facing a tough choice. They want to fight climate change, but it's expensive. The governor is concerned about the budget, while a court ruling is pushing for action. The big question is: will the costs of doing nothing outweigh the costs of doing something? Extreme weather and pollution

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Nov 17 2025SPORTS

Local Sports Writers Share Their Predictions

Sports writers in Buffalo have been busy making their predictions for the upcoming season. They have been sharing their thoughts on which teams will come out on top and which players will shine. This is a big deal because their insights can influence how fans view the games. The writers have been l

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