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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

How Slight Hearing Problems Affect Kids' Learning and Behavior

Imagine you're sitting in class, and you can't quite hear the teacher clearly. This might not seem like a big deal, but even a slight hearing loss can make a difference for kids aged 9 to 15. Studies show that even minor hearing issues can impact how well kids do in school and how they behave. Let'

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

How Doctors & Techs Share Knowledge

Spreading know-how among doctors and medical imaging pros is super important. It can big-time boost the care cancer patients get. But like everything, certain things can either help or block this sharing. We're talking about folks on the team, the department they're in, and the tech they use. Figuri

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Nov 13 2024EDUCATION

Florida Schools Censor Classic Books

Have you ever tried to borrow a book that's not there? That's what's happening in some Florida schools. Classic books like Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye" and Judy Blume's "Forever" are vanishing from libraries. This isn't by accident; it's because of new laws that let parents challenge these books

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Boosting Baby Resistance: How 2’-FL and 3’-SL Fight Off Bad Bacteria

You might have heard that some sugars in breast milk can help fight off infections in newborns. But let's dig into what two specific sugars, 2'-fucosyllactose (2'-FL) and 3'-sialyllactose (3'-SL), can do. Scientists have been trying to understand if these sugars can directly protect babies from harm

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Why Believing in Conspiracies Can Predict Voting Habits

Donald Trump's presidential campaign was based on lies, yet he won. From the economy to immigration and abortion, his promises were far from the truth. Despite this, inflation is down, growth is up, and crime rates are low. Trump created a mindset where people could ignore facts and focus on hate in

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Nov 13 2024ENVIRONMENT

Exxon's CEO Wants Trump to Stay in Paris Climate Pact

Exxon Mobil's CEO, Darren Woods, has a piece of advice for President-elect Donald Trump: stick with the Paris Climate Agreement. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Woods shared his thoughts on Trump's plan to withdraw from the accords for the second time. He pointed out that this back-and

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Arizona's Senate Race: Ruben Gallego Wins Big

In a surprising turn of events, Democrat Ruben Gallego has been projected to win the Arizona Senate seat, beating out Republican Kari Lake. This makes him the first Latino senator from Arizona. Gallego, a fifth-term congressman, will take over from retiring independent Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, joining a

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Trump's Tariff Threat: A Boon for China's Economy?

President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose a hefty 60% tariff on all Chinese goods entering the U. S. While this move might seem like a blow to China's economy, experts suggest it could actually benefit Beijing in the long run. Professor Chen Zhiwu from the University of Hong Kong believe

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Nov 13 2024SPORTS

Meet Mario Barrios: A Boxer with a Tough Upbringing and Big Dreams

Mario Barrios, aka 'El Azteca', is a boxer who's seen his share of challenges. Born in San Antonio, Texas, his American-Mexican heritage is a big part of who he is. Growing up, he was surrounded by Mexican immigrants, which shaped his boxing style. His childhood wasn't easy. When he was just 7 weeks

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Nov 13 2024FINANCE

Don't Miss These Small Details During Open Enrollment

When it's time to pick your insurance plans at work, everyone tends to focus on the big stuff like premiums and deductibles. But it's the smaller details that can cause real headaches. For instance, life insurance is usually a no-brainer—a free policy with no premiums? Check! But hold up, there's mo

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