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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

The President's Power Check

The Supreme Court recently made a big decision. It said that the president can't just ignore laws made by Congress. This is a reminder that our government has three parts: the president, Congress, and the courts. They all have different jobs and powers. The president tried to stop foreign aid. He s

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Mar 05 2025POLITICS

Justice Court Split: Foreign Aid Unfreeze

The Supreme Court recently made a big decision. They rejected a request to keep billions in foreign aid frozen. This aid was meant for important global health programs and other key initiatives. The court didn't say exactly when the money must be released, though. This means the White House can keep

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Mar 04 2025HEALTH

Buprenorphine in Action: The Real Deal for EMS

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) across the United States are facing a big challenge. They are trying to figure out how to use buprenorphine, a powerful drug to treat opioid addiction, before patients even reach the hospital. This approach, known as prehospital buprenorphine administration, is sprea

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Mar 03 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Battery Power: The Secret of Smart Boron

Batteries are everywhere. They power our phones, laptops, and even cars. But have you ever wondered what makes a battery tick? Well, it's all about the chemistry inside. Scientists have been working hard to make batteries better, especially for electric vehicles. They've been focusing on something c

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Mar 03 2025OPINION

How Beliefs Shape Hiring: The Hidden Bias

Everyone has biases, but what happens when those biases turn into actions? This is a question that researchers have been trying to answer. They discovered that people who hold strong white supremacist beliefs are more likely to act on their biases when hiring. This means that they are more likely

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Feb 27 2025POLITICS

When Bosses Play Favorites, Is It Fair?

The Supreme Court is tackling a big question. Can a boss's preference for certain employees be considered unfair treatment? This isn't about who gets along with whom. It's about whether the law is fair to everyone. The case involves an employee, Marlean Ames. She believes she was overlooked for

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Feb 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Lilly Ledbetter's Fight for Justice Hits the Big Screen This Summer

Patricia Clarkson takes on the role of Lilly Ledbetter in the upcoming drama "Lilly, " a story based on a true event. The movie is set to hit theaters on May 9. Lilly Ledbetter was a supervisor at a tire factory in Alabama. She worked hard to provide a better life for her family, having grown up in

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Feb 25 2025CRIME

Unfair Trial: Supreme Court Sends Death Row Case Back to Oklahoma

The Supreme Court recently made a surprising decision. They overturned the murder conviction of Richard Glossip, who has been on Oklahoma's death row since 1998. This case is unusual because the Supreme Court, known for its conservative leanings, rarely sides with death row inmates. The court's deci

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Feb 24 2025POLITICS

Clinics vs. Protesters: The Buffer Zone Battle

The Supreme Court has decided to keep things as they are. They've chosen not to revisit a 25-year-old decision that supports laws keeping protesters away from abortion clinic entrances. This means that laws in places like Carbondale, Illinois, and Englewood, New Jersey, stay in effect. These laws cr

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Feb 22 2025POLITICS

Supreme Court Pauses Trump's Move to Oust Watchdog

The Supreme Court made a decision on a Friday. They said President Trump can't fire a government lawyer right now. This lawyer is in charge of a watchdog agency. The court's decision was brief and unsigned. It hinted that they might revisit the issue soon. A trial judge's temporary order is set to e

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