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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

Money Talks: Big Spenders in Wisconsin's Court Battle

Wisconsin is in the spotlight for a heated Supreme Court election. The state's top legal official, Josh Kaul, has asked the state's Supreme Court to halt billionaire Elon Musk's plan to give away $1 million checks to two voters. This request came just before Musk's planned giveaway at a rally suppor

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

The 3rd Term Talk: Trump's Ambition and the Constitution

The idea of serving more than two terms as president is not new. It has been discussed before. In fact, it was a hot topic in 2023. The 22nd Amendment to the U. S. Constitution clearly states that no one can be elected president more than twice. This rule was added in 1951, after Franklin D. Roo

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

Will Marine Le Pen's Legal Woes Keep Her Out of the Race?

Marine Le Pen, a prominent figure in French politics, has faced setbacks in her three previous attempts to win the presidency. Her political future is now hanging in the balance due to an embezzlement case. If found guilty, she could be disqualified from running in future elections. This potential o

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

The Comedy Showdown at the White House Dinner

The annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner is a big event. It is a night where reporters and government officials come together. It is supposed to be fun and light-hearted. But lately, it has become tense and political. This year, the dinner is on April 26th. The White House Correspondents’ Assoc

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Mar 30 2025HEALTH

When Gallbladder Surgery Comes Back to Bite

In the world of medicine, sometimes the first fix isn't the last. Take gallbladder surgery, for example. When the gallbladder is severely inflamed, doctors might opt for a partial removal, known as subtotal cholecystectomy. This method is handy in tough cases, but it's not without risks. One major i

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Mar 30 2025OPINION

America's Long-Lost Love Affair with Canada

The idea that the United States might one day annex Canada might seem like a sudden, bizarre notion. However, this idea has been around for a long time, even before the United States became a country. Many familiar names from American history have been involved in these attempts. The approaches have

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Mar 30 2025HEALTH

The Final Year's Bill: What Drives Up Health Costs?

Health expenses in the final year of someone's life are a big deal. It can be a puzzle to figure out what makes these costs go up. It is important to understand what drives up the cost of health services in the final year of life. It is a complex issue. It is not just about the year someone pass

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Mar 30 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Battle of a Rare Heart Condition

In the world of heart health, there's a rare but serious condition called Brugada syndrome. People with this syndrome are at high risk of sudden cardiac arrest. For years, doctors have relied on a device called an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator, or ICD, to save lives. This device is inser

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Mar 30 2025SCIENCE

The Power of a Tiny Fungus: Citric Acid's Big Role

Citric acid is a big deal. It's everywhere, from your favorite drinks to your skincare products. This tiny molecule is the most used organic acid on the planet. It's not just about taste or smell. It's about health, too. Citric acid is a key player in the pharmaceutical world. Why is citric acid so

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Mar 30 2025SCIENCE

Mining the Microbial World of Rajpardi Lignite

The Rajpardi lignite mine in Gujarat, India, is home to a thriving world of microbes. These tiny organisms play a big role in the environment. To understand their impact, researchers used a method called metagenomics. This involves sequencing the DNA of all the microbes in a sample to see what they

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