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Apr 07 2025HEALTH

Rising Concerns: The Hidden Dangers of Pregabalin Misuse

Pregabalin is a drug that has gained attention for the wrong reasons. It is typically prescribed to manage epilepsy, nerve pain, and anxiety. However, its calming and euphoric effects have led some people to misuse it. This misuse is becoming a bigger problem, especially in areas where traditional d

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Apr 06 2025POLITICS

South Sudanese Visa Holders Face Sudden Restrictions

The Trump administration has made a bold move. It has decided to revoke all visas held by South Sudanese citizens. This decision came after the transitional government of South Sudan failed to promptly accept its citizens being deported from the United States. The Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, a

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Apr 06 2025SPORTS

Duke's Basketball Star Faces Uncertain Future

A young basketball sensation from Duke University is in a tough spot. Khaman Maluach, a freshman center for the Duke Blue Devils, might have to leave the country. This is because of a new rule from the State Department. The rule targets people from South Sudan who have visas to stay in the US. This

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Apr 06 2025POLITICS

Coal Country's Safety Worries

In the heart of coal country, there's a growing unease. The Department of Government Efficiency has its sights set on trimming costs, and that includes shutting down several offices of the Mine Safety and Health Administration. This move has raised eyebrows, especially among those who remember the U

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

A Man's Fight to Return Home After a Mistake

A young man from El Salvador is stuck in a tough spot. Kilmar Abrego Garcia, 29, was sent back to his home country by mistake. He was living and working in Maryland, USA. He had a permit to be there. He even had a job as a sheet metal apprentice. But now, he's in a prison in El Salvador. This is a p

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Apr 05 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Turbulent Start to the Year: Stock Takes a Hit

In the first three months of the year, Tesla's stock took a significant hit, dropping by 36%. This was the company's worst performance since the end of 2022, when shares plummeted by 54%. The 2022 drop was largely due to CEO Elon Musk's decision to sell over $22 billion worth of Tesla shares to fund

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Apr 05 2025SCIENCE

The Two Faces of BAX: Unraveling Its Membrane Interactions

BAX is a crucial player in the Bcl-2 family, known for its role in initiating cell death. Its job is to punch holes in the outer layer of mitochondria, which is a big step in the process of apoptosis, or programmed cell death. But how does BAX know when and where to strike? It turns out, there are t

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

Supreme Court Backs Trump's Move to Freeze Education Grants

The Supreme Court made a big decision recently. They backed the Trump administration's choice to freeze $65 million in education grants. This money was meant for teacher training and development. The court's decision was close, with a 5-4 vote. This isn't the first time the administration has taken

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Apr 04 2025POLITICS

The Unexpected U-Turn in Health Services

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is backtracking on some of its recent cuts. After laying off 10, 000 employees, Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. revealed that some programs and jobs were terminated by mistake. This news came as a surprise to many, including Erik Svendsen, the direct

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Apr 04 2025EDUCATION

South Carolina Schools Face Uncertainty as Federal Education Shifts

A significant change is on the horizon for South Carolina's education system. The President has issued an order to shut down the U. S. Department of Education. This move will transfer all educational authority to state and local governments. This shift has sparked many questions and concerns. People

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