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Feb 12 2025POLITICS

WebPage Restoration Order: Doctors Battle for Crucial Health Info

The battle for accessible health information has reached a new height. Federal judges have stepped in and ordered several health agencies, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to reinstate web pages that were suddenly removed. Some health experts and public interest g

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Feb 12 2025WEATHER

Stormy Days Ahead for South Carolina: What to Expect

South Carolina is bracing for a couple of wet and windy days. Meteorologists have flagged the next two days as significant weather days due to anticipated showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds. The weather is expected to be cold and cloudy, with temperatures barely reaching the 40s. This chillines

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Feb 12 2025LIFESTYLE

The High Price of Love: Valentine's Day Flowers

Valentine's Day is coming up, and with it, the urge to buy that special someone a dozen red roses. But love might cost more than you think this year. The national average for a dozen roses is about $90. This is a bit more than last year. Why the jump? Well, it's not just about the price of goods goi

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Feb 12 2025RELIGION

Who Snitched on Whom? 13th Century Style

In the 13th century, the inquisition in Bologna relied heavily on people ratting each other out. Testimonies were key to these trials, and who people chose to incriminate wasn't always straightforward. Several factors played a role: the social circles of the accused, the choices made by investigato

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Abuse in the Community: New Report on Nigerian Teens

South-West Nigeria is home to serious issue. Most teens have survived abuse since turning 12. A worryingly high fraction of the population, 69. 4% are impacted. This alarming fact was just one of many uncovered. The issue is more severe for boys than girls. The reality is that higher rates

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Feb 11 2025CELEBRITIES

Pete Davidson Teams Up With Reformation for Fancy New Clothes

In a surprising move, sustainable clothing brand Reformation has teamed up with one of Hollywood's most famous guys, Pete Davidson. This is not a romantic relationship, but a partnership to create some fancy new clothes. Sponsored sweatshirts with a very fancy name and boxer briefs with a n

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Feb 11 2025CELEBRITIES

The Swastika Shock: How Kanye’s Super Bowl Surprise Sparked Outrage

Picture this: the Super Bowl, the biggest night in sports, being interrupted by a bizarre ad. Kanye West, superstar musician and controversial figure, manages to get a 30-second spot during the game on a few local Fox stations. The ad is simple and self-deprecating, filmed on an iPhone. On East

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Feb 11 2025SCIENCE

Discovering Karst Beauty Through Your Eyes

The World Natural Heritage sites are some of the most stunning places on Earth. They are all unique and cannot be replaced. They have a special look to them and are often visited by tourists. These locations stand out, and one of the most beautiful sites are the karst or limestone landscapes. Locat

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Boosting Surgery Recovery with an App: A New Way to Prep

Preparing for major surgery can be a real challenge, especially for older folks and those not in the best shape. Imagine trying to run a race but without proper training. You know it will be tough and you might get injured. The same goes for big operations. People often end up with complications and

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Feb 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's New Pixel 9a: Goodbye Camera Bar, Hello New Look

Google has been teasing changes to its camera design for its upcoming Pixel 9a. This mid-range smartphone is getting a lot of attention for ditching the old camera bar. This move was spotted in leaked case designs. The case images, which are likely official, show the camera cutout on the left. And

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