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Mar 30 2025ENVIRONMENT

Urban Flooding: The Hidden Culprits in Kampala's Storms

In many Sub-Saharan African cities, urban flooding is a major concern. This issue is made worse by rapid urban growth and climate change. The existing drainage systems in these cities often struggle to handle heavy rainfall. One key factor that makes this problem even worse is the buildup of sedimen

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Mar 29 2025BUSINESS

American Car Tariffs: Tesla's Unique Advantage

Tesla's strong position in the American-made car market is a big deal right now. The company has been leading the pack in the American-Made Index since 2021. This index looks at where cars are put together, where parts come from, and how many American workers are involved in making them. Tesla score

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Mar 29 2025CELEBRITIES

Oscar Winners Stand Up for Filmmaker's Safety

The safety of filmmakers is under the spotlight after a disturbing event. A group of prominent actors have publicly criticized the Academy's response to the alleged assault and arrest of Hamdan Ballal. This is the Palestinian filmmaker who, along with others, won an Oscar for co-directing "No Othe

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Mar 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

When Storms and Dams Collide: The 2023 Derna Flood

The Mediterranean region is no stranger to intense weather events. In September 2023, Storm Daniel, a tropical-like cyclone, swept through Libya, leaving a trail of destruction. The storm's heavy rainfall was the final straw for two dams in Derna, leading to their collapse and a devastating flood. O

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Mar 29 2025SCIENCE

The Role of Molybdenum in Enhancing Al/Sc Multilayers for EUV Applications

Researchers have been exploring the use of Aluminum/Scandium (Al/Sc) multilayers for optical applications in the extreme ultraviolet (EUV) range. These multilayers are particularly useful for wavelengths longer than the Sc M2, 3 absorption edge. One key challenge is improving the interface quality

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Mar 29 2025HEALTH

Nurse Navigators: The Unsung Heroes of Digital Cancer Care

In the fast-paced world of cancer treatment, digital remote monitoring (DRM) has emerged as a game-changer. It helps doctors keep an eye on patients from afar, making cancer care more efficient. But here is the twist: the success of DRM heavily relies on nurse navigators (NNs). These professionals a

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Mar 28 2025POLITICS

Health Shake-Up: Big Changes Ahead for Federal Health Workers

A significant overhaul is underway at the Health and Human Services (HHS) department. The federal agency is set to shrink dramatically. About 10, 000 full-time jobs are on the line. This is part of a broader plan to downsize or close several divisions within the HHS. The goal is to streamline ope

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Mar 28 2025SCIENCE

A New Glow: Twisting Light and Heat in Molecules

New light emitters have been created using a special molecular design. These emitters are based on a dimeric binaphthalimide structure. This structure is unique because it causes a small gap between the energy levels of singlet and triplet states. This gap is crucial for the way these molecules emit

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Mar 28 2025POLITICS

HHS Faces Major Overhaul and Job Cuts

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is set to undergo a significant transformation. The goal is to reduce the workforce by nearly 25%. The changes are part of a broader plan to streamline operations and cut costs. The HHS workforce will shrink from around 92, 620 employees to about 62

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Mar 28 2025BUSINESS

The Impact of Tariffs on Small Businesses in the Apparel Industry

The apparel industry in the United States has seen significant changes over the past few decades. In the early 2000s, many American companies moved their manufacturing overseas. This shift happened because of trade agreements like NAFTA and China's most-favored-nation status. These changes made labo

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