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Feb 05 2025OPINION

Trump's Push to Curb DEIA

President Donald Trump didn't waste time once in office. His first move on day one? Cracking down on DEI. No more DEI in federal agencies. Trump believed that the system was being overwhelmed by these programs and that it was long overdue for a shake up. DEI was blamed for the decline in te

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Feb 05 2025SCIENCE

Square Dancers: Unraveling the Tetratic Phase.

Imagine tiny squares, around 4 by 4 millionths of a millimeter in size, floating in water. These aren't your average particles; they're special because they have a unique shape. Scientists created these squares using a fancy technique called 3D nanoprinting. When these squares settle on a special gl

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Feb 05 2025WEATHER

Dallas Sirens: What to do When You Hear Them Outside

Heading into Dallas during a sunny afternoon. Suddenly, you hear an uncanny wailing sound. Is it dangerous outside. Minneapolis is equipped with an outdoor warning system. This system is put into action stern weather events to keep people indoors. Generally, it's not clear to novices about the

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Feb 05 2025POLITICS

The Price of Old-School Putin

Putin's 23-year reign in Russia has spotlighted a unique blend of gender politics. Since the Ukraine invasion in February 2022, the world has witnessed how Putin's mix of traditional values and tough leadership style has reshaped the country's power dynamics. Let's dive into how this plays a role i

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Feb 05 2025POLITICS

Treasury's Response to Elon Musk's Access to Payment Systems

The Treasury has tried to reassure the public regarding Elon Musk's involvement in its payment systems. The Treasury's payment system has not stopped any transactions despite Musk's claims of halting payments. The Treasury's principal deputy assistant secretary, Jonathan Blum, communicated wi

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Feb 05 2025POLITICS

El Salvador's Surprising Offer: Jail Time for Cash?

On Monday, the president of El Salvador made a surprising proposal to the US. He suggested taking in convicted criminals from the US to fill their prisons. This would include US citizens who are already serving time. This is not a free service! The country would charge a fee to keep these prisoners.

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Feb 04 2025CRYPTO

Streamers Plan to Bring Crypto to GTA 6

Did you know the gaming world is buzzing with excitement over GTA 6? Streamers Adin Ross and FaZe Banks are making big plans for the game. Guess what they are planning? A server with its own crypto system First off, let’s talk about how far the gaming industry has come. Remember how in the

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Feb 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

Cooking Smarter: Adjusting Recipes for Different Diets

Can you imagine a tool to change a recipe? This tool would make food more interesting or help our health? Cooking is a common hobby for many people. Food brings joy to so many people. It is central to many cultures. Not everyone can enjoy every dish. Many people have certain diets. Food alle

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

The Viral Mystery:Epstein-Barr Virus, Cryoglobulinaemia

Imagine a virus, it's so common that most people have no idea. This is the Epstein-Barr virus. It is called the ""miscast"", because it can cause the "sickies" , or no problems at all. Some people unfortunately get unlucky, by the virus triggers the production of proteins. These proteins a

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Baby Brains and Mom's Marijuana Use

What happens when a pregnant person uses cannabis? They are not just putting themselves at risk. They risk the health of their unborn baby. This is especially true when it comes to the delicate monoamine system. This system is vital for the placenta to function properly and for the baby's brain t

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