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Jul 31 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Discover Uzo Aduba's Brilliant Performances Beyond The Residence

The Residence might be gone, but Uzo Aduba's talent isn't. Fans of the canceled crime series should look back at one of Netflix's earliest hits, Orange Is The New Black, to see Aduba shine. This show is a great example of how Netflix started making waves with original content, and it's a shame more

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Jul 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Farms and Forests Mix in the Amazon

In the eastern Amazon, the health of the forest is a big deal. It's not just about the trees, but also about what's happening around them. People have been trying to figure out how farming and other activities affect the forest. But there's still a lot to learn. A recent study took a close look at

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Jul 23 2025EDUCATION

Smart School Savings: A Look at the HP 14 Laptop Deal

The fall semester is just around the corner, and students need to gear up with the right tools. A laptop is a must-have, but it doesn't have to cost a fortune. Right now, there's a deal on an HP 14-inch laptop that's caught some attention. The laptop is being offered at a steep discount, with a pri

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Jul 19 2025POLITICS

Choosing the Right Leader: A Look at Chicago's Zoning Committee Shuffle

Mayor Brandon Johnson is once again at a crossroads, needing to pick a new leader for the Zoning Committee. This time, the decision is even more crucial as it's his third attempt. The current leader, Ald. Walter Burnett, is stepping down, leaving a big void. This isn't just any committee; it's one o

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Jul 18 2025HEALTH

Fighting Worms in Captive Baboons: A Medicine Showdown

In Lahore Zoo, 15 olive baboons faced a common problem: roundworm infections. These baboons, part of the Cercopithecoidea family, often struggle with health issues in captivity, especially due to parasites. To tackle this, a study was set up to test two deworming medicines: mebendazole and levamisol

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Jul 17 2025BUSINESS

How Free Trade Zones Boost Businesses' Global Reach

Free Trade Zones (FTZs) are like special zones where businesses get extra perks to trade globally. A recent study looked at companies listed on the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges from 2009 to 2022. It found that FTZs really help businesses expand internationally. The study used a method call

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Jul 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

How China's Tech Zones Impact Nearby Cities

China has set up special zones to boost tech growth in cities. These zones, known as national independent innovation demonstration zones (NIIDZs), are designed to foster innovation. A recent study examined data from 274 Chinese cities over 14 years to understand how these zones influence tech develo

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Jul 12 2025HEALTH

Plague in Arizona: A Rare but Real Threat

In a surprising turn of events, a person from Arizona has recently passed away due to pneumonic plague. This marks the first death from this disease in the county since 2007. Back then, the victim had come into contact with a deceased animal carrying the plague. Plague, often called the "Black Death

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Jul 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Savings: Great Amazon Prime Day Discounts Still Available

Amazon Prime Day has brought some amazing deals to the table. One standout is a robot vacuum that won't break the bank. It's not the fanciest model out there, but it gets the job done. For just $139. 99, you can grab this deal from both Amazon and Walmart, saving a cool $140. This price is pretty cl

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Jul 11 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Nature's Tiny Factories: The Streptomyces Mystery

In the world of microbes, Streptomyces sp. NRRL S-1813 is a standout. This special bacterium is like a tiny factory, capable of producing useful chemicals. Scientists wanted to see what this microbe could make when given different food sources. They found something interesting: two related chemicals

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