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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Unmasking the Price of Eye Sight

Imagine losing your sight due to a diseased cornea. Corneal transplants can be a lifesaver for many who want to see clearly again. The process involves swapping out the damaged cornea with a new, healthy one from a donor. But have you ever wondered about the cost of making that corneal tissue read

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Feb 10 2025BUSINESS

Bureaucratic Battle: Union Fights Back Against Sudden CFPB Shutdown

In the nation's capital, a significant showdown is unfolding between a labor union and the acting head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), with employees and their representatives fighting back against unexpected directives. This past weekend, the CFPB was thrown into chaos as its ac

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Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Gaza: Trump's Real Estate Dream

Imagine this: The President of the United States sees Gaza, a place torn apart by war, as a giant plot of land. A place to build and make money. This is what we learned in an interview with Trump on a plane headed to the Super Bowl. Trump said that he didn't want to let people return to G

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Feb 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

California's Sky Show: Starlink Satellites Launch Rescheduled

The skies above Southern California were filled with excitement. A Falcon 9 rocket was scheduled for a Sunday evening launch, Feb 9th, 2025, from Vandenberg Space Force Base. But wait for it! The launch was delayed until Monday, Feb 10th, 2025. The new takeoff time was 3:4

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Feb 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

How to Defend Taiwan's Crabs: The Borax Battle

Ants are a worldwide disruptor. Longlegged ants are making Taiwan's forests crumble. Scientists feel new hope, with a new type of weapon against them. The problem? Basically, this ant is going on a killing spree, leaving many native species dead. They are like bullies of the fo

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Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Why Are Health Costs High For Classical Homocystinuria in the USA?

Classical homocystinuria (CHU), a rare disorder given a fancy name, comes with a heavy price tag regarding healthcare. The price tag and availability of healthcare for varied patients with the rare condition. is much higher than most often for those with a form of this weird disease that behav

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Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Spotting Bone Troubles: How Training Makes a Difference

Getting the lowdown on bone tumors is super important. To understand these tumors you need to also understand their origin. They come from the musculoskeletal system. It is of utmost importance that doctors who specialize in bones CAN recognize these illnesses early. Delays in spotting these issue

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Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Pennies: Trump's latest attempt to save a buck

It's no secret that governments love to find places to save money, and Trump is no exception. But the focus on the penny is not the first time and it won't be the last. The penny has been a hot topic for a while, and some people have already expressed their opinions. Trump recently brought this top

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Feb 10 2025WEATHER

St. Louis Weather: Snowy Week Ahead

St. Louis is about to get really cold and snowy. Winter is coming early. The first snow show is predicted to start late Monday night and go into early Tuesday morning. It will be hard to predict how much snow will fall. Southern counties might see more snow, up to two inches, and there will be s

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Feb 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Indigenous Youth Connect in Nature

Being close to nature and engaging in traditional and spiritual activities is really important for young Indigenous people. These activities boost their overall health and well-being, keeping their cultural heritage alive and kicking. Sadly, historical policies and modern challenge

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