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Apr 22 2025EDUCATION

The Shift in Student Loan Repayment

The Education Department is set to resume debt collection for defaulted student loans starting May 5. This move affects approximately 5. 3 million borrowers who are currently behind on their federal student loans. The decision marks the end of a three-year pause on collections, which began during th

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Apr 22 2025EDUCATION

Pope Francis's Science Background: Inspiring a Teacher's Journey

Pope Francis is known for many things, but one of his lesser-known qualities is his background in science. This aspect of his life has influenced a local educator in a significant way. Seamus McGuire, a science teacher at St. Mary's Catholic High School, leads the school's STEM department. His time

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Apr 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Price of Plastic Surgery

The UK's medical system is under the spotlight for its environmental impact. Plastic surgery procedures, known as free flap reconstruction, are a big part of this issue. These surgeries are lengthy and need a lot of staff and equipment. This means they use a lot of energy and resources. A recent

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Apr 22 2025SCIENCE

The Power of Soybeans: Growing Stronger Crops for a Hungrier World

Soybeans are a big deal. They are a key player in the world of legumes and a top source of protein and oil for both animals and humans. The goal was to dive deep into soybean genetics. This is to help figure out how to boost protein production for both people and animals in the future. The study lo

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Apr 22 2025SPORTS

The 2025 NFL Draft: Who Will Be the Next Big Thing?

The 2025 NFL Draft is just around the corner. Three experts have joined forces to predict how the first round might unfold. They have each made their own predictions before, but this time, they had to consider what might happen if their picks were influenced by what others had chosen before them. Th

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Apr 22 2025FINANCE

Market Jitters: Why the US Economy is Feeling the Heat

The US economy is under pressure. Investors started the week with a bang, but not the good kind. Stocks, bonds, and the US dollar all took a hit. Why? It all started with a social media post. President Trump took a shot at Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. He called Powell a "major loser" f

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Apr 22 2025SCIENCE

A Morning Sky Show

In the quiet hours before dawn on April 21, 2025, a spectacular light display lit up the sky over Florida's Space Coast. This wasn't a natural phenomenon, but the result of a SpaceX launch. The company sent a Dragon spacecraft on its 32nd mission to the International Space Station. The Falcon 9 roc

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Apr 22 2025HEALTH

Cancer Screenings: The Pandemic's Delayed Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic caused a significant delay in cancer screenings across the United States. Many people had to put off important tests like colonoscopies, mammograms, and lung scans. This delay was due to the overwhelming pressure on healthcare systems. But here is the good news: this delay does

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Apr 22 2025CRIME

A High-Profile Heist in the Heart of DC

The nation's capital, Washington DC, witnessed an unusual crime recently. A bag, belonging to a high-ranking official, was grabbed from a restaurant. The bag was not just any bag. It held a passport, a Department of Homeland Security access card, and a significant amount of cash. The owner of the ba

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Apr 22 2025EDUCATION

Harvard Fights Back Against Funding Threats

Harvard University is in a tough spot. The Trump administration is trying to pull a lot of money from the school. This is because Harvard refused to follow some demands from the government. The school has decided to fight back by taking legal action. The administration wants to freeze billions of d

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