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Dec 05 2025SCIENCE

Teen's Science Passion Could Win Big Prizes

Ryan Zhao, a 17-year-old from Basking Ridge, is making waves in the science world. He's one of 30 global semi-finalists in the Breakthrough Junior Challenge. This contest rewards students who create videos explaining complex science ideas. Ryan's video is about Noether's Theorem. This theorem expla

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Dec 05 2025HEALTH

Shielding Good Cells: How Copper and Manganese Might Help in Breast Cancer Treatment

Breast cancer treatment often involves radiation therapy, which can be tough on healthy cells too. Scientists are looking for ways to protect these good cells while still effectively targeting cancer cells. One promising idea is using metal complexes, like those with copper and manganese, as protect

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Dec 05 2025SCIENCE

Dive Into the Future: How Mote SEA is Shaping Young Marine Scientists

Mote SEA, a new marine science hub, is doing more than just showcasing ocean life. It's also shaping the future of marine science by training the next generation of experts. With its STEM Workforce Development Labs, Mote SEA is offering hands-on experience to students and young professionals. This i

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Dec 05 2025BUSINESS

How Nintendo Wins by Playing It Smart

Nintendo's Switch 2 sold 3. 5 million units in just four days after its launch in June 2025. It's not the most powerful console out there, but that's not what Nintendo is about. They've always been about making the most out of what they have, and it's worked really well for them. For years, Nintend

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Dec 05 2025BUSINESS

The Hidden Struggle: Why Social Workers Are Losing Jobs and Hope

The social sector, often overlooked, is facing a big problem. It's the third-largest employer in America, making up 10% of the workforce and contributing $1. 4 trillion to the economy. But lately, it's been hit hard by budget cuts and funding pullbacks, leading to a wave of job losses. Many social

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

Navy Chief Faces Lawmakers Over Controversial Strike

A high-ranking Navy official is set to meet with key lawmakers to discuss a recent strike that has sparked debate. The strike, which targeted a suspected drug boat, resulted in the deaths of two survivors. This meeting comes after the White House defended the actions of the Navy admiral involved. T

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Dec 05 2025OPINION

Gen Z's Struggle: Are We Holding Them Back?

Five years after the pandemic, many young people are still feeling its effects. Schools are making things easier by not requiring tests and giving out higher grades. But is this really helping? More students are being told they have learning disabilities or mental health issues. Is this fair, or are

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Dec 05 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Bumpy Ride: What's Next for the Crypto King?

Bitcoin's journey in 2025 is not looking smooth. Experts say it's a tough time for the biggest cryptocurrency. Prices have dropped, and people are scared. The big rise in Bitcoin's value that everyone was waiting for in October did not happen. Instead, prices are swinging wildly, and not many people

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Dec 05 2025FINANCE

The Hidden Paychecks of Private Equity

Private equity firms have a unique way of making money. They buy companies, improve them, and sell them for a profit. If they buy a company for $2 billion and sell it for $3 billion, they earn a big bonus. This bonus is called a "carry. " It's usually 20% of the profit, which in this case would be $

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Dec 05 2025CRYPTO

Can Dogecoin or Shiba Inu Reach $10? Let's Break It Down

Dogecoin and Shiba Inu are two cryptocurrencies that have gained a lot of attention. But can either of them reach $10? Let's take a closer look. First, consider Dogecoin. There are about 161. 6 billion Dogecoins in circulation. If each one were worth $10, the total value would be around $1. 62 tril

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