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Jan 31 2025SCIENCE

Bison's Big Defense: Battling Tuberculosis

These are not good times for the wild bison of Wood Buffalo National Park in northern Canada. Since the 1920s, when infected bison were introduced, these animals have been grappling with a serious health issue: bovine tuberculosis (BTB). This disease, brought on by a certain bacteria called Mycobac

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Jan 28 2025POLITICS

Joe Rogan: A Voice for Cannabis Legalization

Ever wondered what a well-known figure thinks about cannabis? Meet Joe Rogan, the host of The Joe Rogan Experience. He's not just a podcast star, but also a strong supporter of cannabis legalization. Rogan uses his massive platform to talk openly about the benefits of marijuana. He believes people s

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

Bishop's Plea: A Voice for Progressive Christians

Imagine this: millions of Christians around the globe heard the same Bible passage last Sunday. The story, from the Gospel of Luke, is where Jesus talks about helping the poor. At the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration in Dallas, this message seemed extra relevant, even though they'd picked the

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Prayer Service Sparks Debate Between Trump and Bishop

President Donald Trump didn’t appreciate the Episcopal bishop's request for mercy toward LGBTQ+ people and migrant workers during a prayer service. The Right Rev. Mariann Budde of Washington’s National Cathedral asked Trump to show kindness to these communities during his inauguration's religious se

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Bishop Speaks Up for Immigrants and LGBTQ+ Kids at Inaugural Prayer Service

On Tuesday, as President Donald J. Trump started his first full day in office, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, the head of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, made a surprising request. She asked the president to show kindness towards immigrants and LGBTQ+ children. This moment happened during a church

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Jan 15 2025CRIME

The Truth Behind Harmon's Stalled Career in On Call

Officer Harmon's journey in "On Call" takes a surprising turn when Lieutenant Bishop denies her transfer request. Harmon, known for her strong moral compass, uses questionable methods to catch a killer. This leads to Bishop's decision, which blocks Harmon's progress but aims to protect the departmen

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Jan 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Day Chester & Hester's Dino-Rama Closed Its Doors

As the clouds rolled in and the temperature dropped, Disney's Animal Kingdom saw the closure of a long-time favorite, Chester & Hester's Dino-Rama. The day started off quiet, with fewer crowds than usual after the weekend's marathon. But the real shock came from seeing the beloved dinosaur-themed ar

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Jan 10 2025BUSINESS

The Bloom of Cannabis: Education Spurs Industry Growth

Imagine this: the cannabis industry is booming, with predictions that it could hit $444. 34 billion by 2030. In the USA alone, sales are expected to reach $33. 6 billion by the end of 2023. What's fueling this growth? Education! As people get smarter about cannabis, they're using it more. Dispensari

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Cannabis Use After Legalization: A Look at Canada

In October 2018, Canada made a big change by legalizing cannabis for recreational use. Most studies so far have looked at the effects of this legalization using snapshots of data collected at one point in time. But what if we could follow the same people over time to see how their cannabis use chang

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Unexpected Bone Breaks: Bisphosphonates and Lumbar Fractures

Have you heard of bisphosphonates? These drugs are popular for preventing bone fractures in older adults. Studies show they work great at increasing bone density and reducing hip and spine fractures. But here's a twist: some people taking bisphosphonates experience unusual fractures, especially in t

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