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Mar 19 2025CRIME

A Young Man's Struggle to Leave the Caribbean

A court in the Dominican Republic is set to decide whether a young American man will be allowed to return home. Joshua Riibe, a 22-year-old student from Minnesota, has been stuck in the country since early March. He was the last person seen with Sudiksha Konanki, a 20-year-old University of Pittsbur

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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

FTC Shake-Up: A Power Move by the White House

The White House made a bold move on Tuesday. It decided to remove two members of the Federal Trade Commission. These two, Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya, are both Democrats. The FTC is a key player in keeping an eye on businesses. It makes sure they follow the rules and do not abuse their

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Mar 19 2025EDUCATION

Understanding Diversity in Orthopaedic Programs

The American Orthopaedic Association launched a database in 2021. This database was designed to help people applying for orthopaedic surgery residency programs. It gives them a clear view of what to expect from different programs across the country. This study used that database to look at how di

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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

JFK Files: What's the Big Deal?

A massive collection of documents, around 80, 000 in total, about the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy is set to go public. These files have been under lock and key for decades, and their release has been a hot topic for a while. It was only recently that the exact timing of this rel

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Mar 18 2025CRIME

Trouble in the Ice: A Research Team's Dark Turn

A team of researchers in Antarctica is facing a serious issue. One of their members is accused of attacking and harassing colleagues. This is happening at the SANAE IV base, a remote research station in Antarctica. The team is stuck there for over a year, with the next supply ship not due until Dece

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Mar 18 2025CELEBRITIES

A Comedian's Unplanned Performance at Madison Square Garden

Tracy Morgan's recent visit to Madison Square Garden turned into an unexpected scene. During the Heat-Knicks game, he suddenly fell ill. Morgan, a well-known comedian, was taken to the hospital after experiencing food poisoning. He shared the news on Instagram, thanking fans for their support and

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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

Promotions Spark Debate Over Hunter Biden's Tax Probe

Two IRS investigators who claimed the Justice Department gave Hunter Biden special treatment have been promoted. Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler, who have worked at the IRS for many years, will now be senior advisors. This news comes after they accused the Biden administration of meddling in the i

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Mar 18 2025CRIME

Search for Missing Student Stalls as Family Seeks Closure

In the Dominican Republic, the search for Sudiksha Konanki, a 20-year-old college student from the US, has been called off after nearly two weeks. Her parents have asked authorities to officially declare her dead, believing she drowned during a spring break trip to Punta Cana. This request comes as

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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

The Unseen Consequences of Power Plays

The current American president, Donald Trump, has been making waves since his return to the White House. He's been making big decisions, often with the help of tech mogul Elon Musk. However, these decisions aren't always in line with what the American people need or want. Instead, they seem to be dr

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Mar 18 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Struggles of Teens in Kathmandu

In a bustling city like Kathmandu, many teens face a silent battle. This struggle is not about grades or peer pressure. It is about social anxiety. Social anxiety is a strong fear of being judged or rejected in social settings. It is a problem that often starts in early teens and can follow a person

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