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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

Is Planned Parenthood Worth Our Tax Dollars?

Planned Parenthood, a name that often sparks debate, has been receiving a significant chunk of taxpayer money, around $700 million annually. This funding has been a hot topic, especially with figures like Elon Musk calling for an end to it. The organization's financial reports paint a clear picture

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Feb 20 2025CELEBRITIES

Love Nest in the Hills: Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's New $35M Mansion

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have made a big move in their relationship. They've just bought a massive $35 million Spanish-style mansion in Beverly Hills. This purchase is one of the most expensive in the city. The news came out this week. The property is huge, with anywhere between 7, 000

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

Fasting and Diabetes: What Teens Need to Know

Fasting during Ramadan can be a challenge for anyone, but it's especially tricky for teens with type 1 diabetes. This condition makes it hard for the body to control blood sugar levels. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn till dusk, which means no food or drink for several hours. This can mess wi

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Feb 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Star-Studded Night at the Theater

Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater are back in the spotlight at the 75th Berlinale International Film Festival with their latest project, "Blue Moon. " The film is a period comedy set in 1943, on the opening night of the iconic musical "Oklahoma! " by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein. The stor

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

How Quercetin Helps Fight Depression in Menopausal Women

Perimenopausal depression is a tough challenge for women's health, and scientists are still figuring out how to tackle it. This is where quercetin, a flavonoid with antidepressant and estrogen-like effects, comes into play. Researchers used a technique called untargeted metabolomics to study how que

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

Kidney Stones: What Your Diet Might Be Telling You

Kidney stones are a common issue, often linked to how our bodies process nutrients, what we eat, and how we live. The Prognostic Nutritional Index, or PNI, is a tool that gives us a snapshot of someone's nutritional health. Researchers wondered if there was a connection between this index and the li

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Feb 19 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Power of Gemfibrozil: A Yeast Story

Yeast, a tiny organism, is helping scientists understand a big mystery: how a common drug, Gemfibrozil, works to lower fat levels in our blood. This drug, known for its ability to activate a specific protein called PPAR-α, has a significant impact on how our bodies handle lipids, or fats. However, t

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Feb 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Blue Moon: The Unlikely Duo's Latest Adventure

Richard Linklater and Ethan Hawke are back at it again with their ninth film together, Blue Moon. This time, they're diving into the world of Lorenz Hart, the legendary songwriter. The film is set in 1943, on the opening night of Oklahoma! , a Broadway musical that marked a significant shift in Hart

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Feb 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Art or Money: Can We Have Both?

In the bustling world of cinema, two giants, Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater, recently sparked a conversation about the role of money in art. They believe that when cash becomes the main goal, creativity takes a backseat. This was a key point at the Berlin Film Festival press conference for their

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Feb 18 2025HEALTH

Can Physical Therapists in Private Practice Help Fight Chronic Diseases?

Chronic diseases are a huge problem worldwide, causing lots of illness and death. Physical therapists in private practice have a unique chance to help out. They could add health screenings to their usual work. This might help spot and prevent chronic diseases early. But, is it really possible for th

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