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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Unwelcome Melody: The Booing of a Vice President

The National Symphony Orchestra's concert at The Kennedy Center was anything but peaceful. The audience was not in the mood to be quiet. Loud booing erupted as Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance entered the concert hall. The crowd was not happy. The event was held on a Thursday nigh

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Protests and Arrests: The New Face of Campus Activism

In a surprising turn of events, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has made another arrest related to the Columbia University protests. This time, it's Leqaa Korda, a Palestinian student from the West Bank. Korda's visa had expired back in January 2022, and she was also arrested in 2024 for h

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Trump's Economy Hits a Rough Patch

The economy is a hot topic right now, and it's causing some headaches for President Trump and his Republican allies. The stock market has been on a downward spiral, and many experts are worried about a potential recession. Trump's approach to the economy, which includes imposing tariffs and cutting

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Mar 14 2025OPINION

From Real Estate Star to Fearmonger: The Strange Journey of a YouTuber

New York City's real estate scene changed dramatically when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Many people left the city, leaving lots of empty apartments. Cash Jordan, a well-known real estate broker, had to get creative to keep his business going. He started making videos showing off his listings on YouTu

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Mar 14 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Seawater Splitting with Smart Tweaks to Photoanodes

Ever wondered how to make seawater splitting more efficient? Scientists have found a clever way to do just that. They've come up with a two-step process to improve photoanodes, the key players in turning seawater into hydrogen. The first step involves adding tungsten to the mix. This tweak

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Mar 14 2025HEALTH

How Medical Students See Themselves and Their Patients

Medical students are the future of healthcare, and how they view their roles and patients is crucial. Group mentorship programs are becoming popular in medical schools. These programs pair students with experienced mentors in small groups. The goal? To boost their communication skills and patient-c

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Mar 14 2025CELEBRITIES

The Unlikely Path of Dr. Oz: From Surgeon to Controversial Healer

Dr. Mehmet Oz, a name that has become synonymous with unconventional medical practices, started his career with a different goal in mind. In 1986, he entered Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital with the intention of following in his father’s footsteps and becoming a cardiothoracic surgeon. He quickly gai

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Mar 14 2025HEALTH

Video Visits: The New Doctor's Office?

In the heart of Europe, Germany has been experimenting with video consultations in outpatient medical care. This trend started around 2017 and picked up steam by 2020. The idea is simple: use technology to make healthcare more accessible, especially in areas where getting to a doctor's office is a h

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

TV Doctor Oz Faces Senate: Can He Fix America's Health Insurance?

The Senate Finance Committee is about to have a chat with Dr. Mehmet Oz. Oz is a well-known TV doctor. He was a heart surgeon, but he became famous on TV. He had a show called "The Dr. Oz Show" where he talked about health and sold stuff like supplements and health insurance plans. Now, he

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Mar 14 2025WEATHER

Storms, Fire, and Snow: A Weekend of Extreme Weather

The Midwest and South are gearing up for a wild ride this weekend. Severe storms are expected to sweep through the region, bringing winds that could gust up to 90 mph and hail the size of baseballs. The National Weather Service has issued a "moderate risk" warning for areas including St. Louis, Spri

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