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Jul 04 2025SCIENCE

What Drives Our Strong Moral Beliefs?

People often hold certain beliefs very strongly. These beliefs can lead to actions like donating to charity, volunteering, or even engaging in political activities. However, they can also make people less tolerant of others' opinions and more willing to use extreme measures to achieve their goals. B

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Jul 03 2025WEATHER

Stormy Times Ahead for the Southeast Coast

The Southeast Coast is bracing for some rough weather. A weather system might form off the coast, but it's not a sure thing. Even if it doesn't develop into a full tropical storm, the area can expect some heavy rain and strong winds. First, a low-pressure system needs to form near Florida. If it do

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Unite Behind Trump's Plan

House Republicans, after some initial resistance, have decided to support President Trump's agenda. This decision comes after days of debate and threats to block the bill. The bill, which includes tax cuts and spending increases, has faced criticism from both conservative and moderate Republicans.

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

A Long Fight for Fairness: Jeffries Takes on Trump's Big Bill

In the early hours of a Thursday morning, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries stood up for what he believes in. He started talking on the House floor at 5 a. m. and didn't stop for over six hours. His goal? To delay a vote on President Donald Trump's huge tax cut and spending bill. Jeffries had a

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

U. S. Halts Some Arms to Ukraine Amid Trump-Putin Talk

A significant shift in U. S. military aid to Ukraine has sparked debates and concerns. The U. S. has decided to temporarily stop sending certain missiles and ammunition to Ukraine, which is currently defending itself against Russian forces. This decision comes after a review of America's own stockpi

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Jul 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Porto's Fight Against Climate Change: How Health Matters

Porto, a city in Portugal, is taking steps to tackle climate change. It's not just about the environment. It's also about keeping people healthy. Urban areas, especially near the coast, face big risks. Rising temperatures and extreme weather can harm health. Porto is trying to adapt. It's looking at

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

How Doctors Can Better Understand Patient Wishes

Healthcare providers aim to deliver the best care possible, especially for those with serious illnesses. This is called goal-concordant care, or GCC. It means treating patients in a way that aligns with their personal goals and values. However, measuring whether this is happening is not straightforw

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Jul 03 2025SCIENCE

Tiny Warriors Against Superbugs: How Phages Can Save The Day

In hospitals, there's a sneaky threat called Enterobacter hormaechei. It's part of a bigger group called the Enterobacter cloacae complex, which is known for causing infections. What makes this germ extra tricky? It can form a sticky layer called biofilm on things like catheters. This biofilm acts l

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Jul 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Black Carbon's Dance with the Weather

So, what's the deal with black carbon (BC) and its role in weather changes? In India, not much research has been done on how BC affects things like monsoons, fog, and heatwaves. This study steps in to bridge that gap, looking at how BC interacts with rain during the monsoon's active and break phases

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

How AI is Changing the Way We Read Medical Records

Healthcare is going digital, and with it, comes a mountain of unstructured data. This data is not easy to handle or understand. There's a growing need for tools that can make sense of this information. One promising area is using AI to pull out key details from medical reports. Large language model

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