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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Delay TikTok Ban

In a surprising move, outgoing President Donald Trump has asked the Supreme Court to hit the pause button on a law that could potentially shut down the popular app TikTok. This comes as his administration seeks a negotiated solution to address national security concerns while keeping the app availab

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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

The 2025 Races to Watch: What Early Elections Tell Us

2025 is set to start with a bang as key state and local races kick off across the U. S. These contests aren’t as flashy as the presidential elections, but they’re crucial for understanding the political landscape. In Virginia, special legislative elections in January will decide the control of the s

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Dec 25 2024POLITICS

The Supremes' Teen Focus: Apps, Care, and Vaping

Let's dive into the Supreme Court's upcoming cases that might change teens' lives. They're tackling big issues like TikTok's fate, vaping regulations, and transgender care bans. Kailey, a high school student, isn't sure the court understands teens' perspectives on these topics. Experts say lawmakers

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas Under Fire for Luxury Trips and Gifts

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is facing new scrutiny. A report by Democratic senators reveals he took more luxury trips and received gifts from wealthy supporters in 2021, but didn't report them. These trips include a private jet flight to the Adirondacks and a yacht trip to New York City, a

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Review: How Robotics Helps Beat Supraglottic Cancer

Imagine a tiny robot, cleverly using tools to fight cancer inside your throat. Sounds like a sci-fi movie, right? Well, transoral robotic surgery (TORS) is making this a reality for people with supraglottic laryngeal cancers. This surgery isn't just about removing tumors; it's about giving folks a b

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Dec 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

TikTok's Fate Hangs: Court to Decide on US Ban

Next month, the Supreme Court will tackle a big question: can the US legally ban TikTok? The popular social media app, owned by Chinese company ByteDance, could face a shutdown if it doesn't sell to a US owner by January 19. The law behind this was passed last April, aiming to protect national secur

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Dec 18 2024POLITICS

TikTok's Fight: Supreme Court Fast-Tracks Ban Case

TikTok is facing a major challenge in the Supreme Court. The court has agreed to quickly review a law that could potentially ban the app in the United States. This is unusual, as the court is setting aside two hours for the argument and will hear the case in a special session on January 10. This spe

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Dec 18 2024POLITICS

A Religious Group's Tax Battle: What's at Stake for Workers?

Catholic Charities is taking its fight against Wisconsin's unemployment tax to the Supreme Court. They argue that the tax violates their religious freedom, since they don't hold religious services. But the state says the tax is fair, as it applies to all employers, religious or not. The court's deci

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Dec 17 2024SCIENCE

Nature-Inspired Sticky Materials: How they Work and What They Do

Imagine sticky substances found in nature, like those used by mussels to cling to rocks. Scientists are now creating similar materials called supramolecular adhesives. These aren't just any glues; they're inspired by proteins and nucleic acids from marine creatures and can be used in numerous ways.

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Dec 17 2024POLITICS

Judge Won't Dump Trump's Hush Money Case

A judge in New York has rejected Donald Trump's attempt to dismiss his hush money conviction. This comes after a Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity. Prosecutors want the conviction to stand, but the future of the case is uncertain. Trump's lawyers are trying different arguments to get the

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