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Mar 05 2025HEALTH

The Secret Weapon Against Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is a massive problem worldwide. It is a leading cause of death. NSCLC, or non-small cell lung cancer, makes up a huge portion of these cases. Most people find out they have it when it is too late. This makes it hard to treat. The good news is, there might be a new way to fight it.

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Mar 04 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Confusion: RFK Jr's Mixed Messages on Measles

The recent measles outbreak in Texas has sparked some confusion among health experts. The Health and Human Services Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , has sent mixed signals about the importance of vaccinations. In a recent piece, he acknowledged that the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is cruc

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Mar 04 2025HEALTH

Keeping Pets Healthy: The Smart Way to Use Antibiotics

Antibiotics are powerful tools in keeping our furry friends healthy. But, using them too much or in the wrong way can cause big problems. This is especially true in Singapore, where pets like cats and dogs are common. The issue is that overuse of antibiotics can lead to something called antimicrobia

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Mar 04 2025ENVIRONMENT

Drought and Wheat: The Race for Resilient Crops

Wheat is a staple food for many people around the world. But it's under threat from drought, especially as climate change speeds up. This makes finding wheat that can handle dry conditions and still produce lots of grain super important. Researchers took a close look at different types of wheat, bot

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Mar 03 2025POLITICS

Trump's Power Play: Congress and the Courts Take a Backseat

Trump is set to address Congress, a branch of government he has largely ignored since taking office. This speech comes after a tumultuous month where he has flexed his executive muscles, making bold moves both domestically and internationally. Trump has been dismantling government agencies, firing f

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Mar 03 2025HEALTH

Thyroid Cancer in Kazakhstan: A Decade of Change

Thyroid cancer has been a topic of concern in Kazakhstan, especially in the East Kazakhstan Region. This area is close to the former Semipalatinsk nuclear test site. The last ten years, from 2013 to 2023, have seen shifts in how often people get thyroid cancer and how many die from it. The Semipala

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Mar 02 2025POLITICS

English Only? A New Twist in US Language Policy

The United States has taken a sharp turn in its language policy. President Trump has signed an executive order making English the official language of the country. This move reverses a policy from the Clinton era, which had required federal agencies to provide language assistance to non-English spea

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Mar 01 2025SPORTS

Sprinting Under Pressure: How Resistance and Speed Affect Muscle Work

Muscle activity during sprinting can be heavily influenced by resistance and speed. This is important for athletes who want to improve their performance. Resisted sprint training is a common method used by athletes to enhance their speed and power. It involves adding resistance to the natural movem

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Feb 28 2025POLITICS

English Only? Trump's Big Move

Trump is about to make a big change. He plans to sign an order that makes English the official language of the US. This means government agencies and organizations that get federal money can choose if they want to offer services in languages other than English. This order will undo a rule from forme

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Feb 28 2025HEALTH

Hunger in America: COVID-19 and Food Assistance

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a lot of challenges to the US. One of the biggest issues is food insecurity. This is when people don't have enough food to live a healthy life. People from racial and ethnic minority groups are hit the hardest by this problem. These groups often face food insecurity

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