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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

Tech Whistleblowers Walk Out on Musk's Government Overhaul

In a surprising turn of events, over 20 tech experts from the U. S. Digital Service (USDS) resigned from their roles, citing concerns over the direction of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under the leadership of tech billionaire Elon Musk. These experts, who had previously worked for

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

Florida's Next Governor: The Unexpected Contender

In the heart of Florida, a political storm is brewing. Casey DeSantis, the wife of the current governor, is stepping into the spotlight. She's making a bold move, aiming for the governor's seat. This isn't just a local whisper; it's a loud declaration. She's ready to take the reins, and she's doing

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

Trump's Budget Battle: Can Republicans Pull It Off?

House Speaker Mike Johnson is up against a tough challenge. He's trying to push through a Republican budget plan that includes big tax cuts and spending reductions. This plan is part of President Trump's agenda, but it's facing strong opposition from both Democrats and some Republicans. The

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Feb 26 2025EDUCATION

Why Kids in Cantabria Are Dropping Out of Sports

Imagine a world where kids are not getting enough exercise. This is happening in Cantabria, Spain. School physical education classes alone aren't enough to keep kids active. So, kids need to do sports and physical activities outside of school hours. But why do some kids do it, while others don't?

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

Tech Whizzes Quit Over Musk's Government Shake-Up

In a surprising turn of events, over 20 tech-savvy federal employees decided to call it quits. They were part of the Department of Government Efficiency, led by billionaire Elon Musk. These folks were not happy about being asked to use their skills to cut down on important public services. These em

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Kids on the Move: How Physical Activity Affects Children With Motor Challenges

Kids need a mix of sleep, movement, and rest to grow up strong and healthy. But what about kids who struggle with motor skills? A recent study dug into this, focusing on children with suspected Developmental Coordination Disorder (sDCD) and their peers who don't have motor challenges. The study tra

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Feb 26 2025SCIENCE

Detecting Diquat: The Nanotech Solution

Imagine trying to keep track of something as tiny as a molecule. That's the challenge scientists face when monitoring diquat (DQ), a chemical that can be harmful to humans. DQ is often found in agricultural samples, so it's important to have a quick and easy way to detect it. This is where nanotechn

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Feb 25 2025CELEBRITIES

Rap Battle: Bhad Bhabie Takes Aim at Alabama Barker

In the world of rap, feuds can get pretty heated. Bhad Bhabie, real name Danielle Bregoli, has taken her ongoing feud with Alabama Barker to the next level. She just dropped a new diss track called "Ms. Whitman. " This track is packed with explicit lyrics and some serious allegations aimed at Barker

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Feb 25 2025POLITICS

Britain's Big Defense Boost and Aid Cut: What's the Deal?

Britain is planning to spend more on defense. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that the country will increase its military spending from 2. 3% of its GDP to 2. 5% by 2027. This isn't the end of the story, though. By 2028, the spending will go up again to 2. 6%. Starmer made this announcement ju

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Feb 25 2025POLITICS

IRS Shake-Up: A New Leader Steps In

The IRS is about to get a new acting leader. Doug O’Donnell, who has been with the IRS for nearly 40 years, is expected to announce his retirement. This move comes after a tumultuous period for the IRS, marked by significant changes and controversies. The IRS has been under fire from multip

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