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Apr 26 2025WEATHER

Minnesota's Weather Twist: Tornadoes on the Horizon

Minnesota is gearing up for a weather shift. The state will soon face a different kind of severe weather: tornadoes. These aren't everyday occurrences in Duluth, but they do happen. Other parts of Minnesota face a higher risk. It's time to get ready. People in Minnesota and Wisconsin should be aler

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Apr 25 2025POLITICS

The AI Education Puzzle: A Mixed Message?

The former U. S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order. It called for an urgent focus on artificial intelligence (AI) in education. This move sparked both excitement and puzzlement. The order aimed to boost AI skills among students and teachers. It also wanted to expose young minds to AI

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Apr 24 2025EDUCATION

DEI Programs Face Federal Hurdles

A recent ruling by a federal judge has temporarily halted efforts by the Trump administration to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in public schools. This decision came after a lawsuit filed by the National Education Association and the American Civil Liberties Union, which a

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Apr 24 2025POLITICS

Routine Check-ins Turned into Unexpected Arrests

The United States immigration system has always been a complex web of rules and regulations. However, recent events have shown that even routine check-ins can lead to unexpected arrests. This has left many immigrants and their families in a state of uncertainty and fear. Take the case of Jo

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Apr 24 2025HEALTH

A New Hope for Liver Cancer Patients

Liver cancer, specifically hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is a serious and common health issue. It is the most frequent type of primary liver cancer. Traditional photon radiotherapy has been used to treat HCC, but it comes with significant risks. These risks include high exit doses of radiation and

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Apr 24 2025HEALTH

Sulfated Chitosan: A New Hope in Cancer Treatment?

Cancer is a major health issue worldwide, largely due to the rapid spread of abnormal cells. These cells often form tumors, like carcinomas, which come from epithelial cells growing out of control. Tumors release growth factors such as FGF and VEGF. These factors help new blood vessels form, a proce

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Apr 23 2025EDUCATION

Student Loans: What's Happening with Defaulted Debt?

The government is restarting the collection of defaulted student loans. This move affects millions of borrowers who have not made payments in a long time. The Department of Education will start taking money from tax refunds, Social Security benefits, and even wages of those who are in default.

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Apr 23 2025SPORTS

Cowboys' Offseason Moves: A Step in the Right Direction?

The 2024 offseason was a busy time for the Dallas Cowboys. They had a lot of work to do. The team's front office was under fire for not fixing some weak spots on the roster. This criticism came up a lot when the team's season didn't go as planned. They missed the playoffs. The team knew they ha

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Apr 23 2025HEALTH

VR Breaks Beat Rest for Emergency Doctors

Emergency room doctors face a lot of stress during their long 24-hour shifts. So, researchers wanted to see if virtual reality (VR) could help reduce their anxiety levels. They conducted a study with 26 emergency medicine residents, all around 29 years old, with an equal number of men and women. The

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Apr 23 2025HEALTH

Guar Gum's New Trick: Healing Skin the Smart Way

Skin is a superhero. It guards the body against nasty invaders like bacteria, viruses, and harmful sun rays. But when skin gets hurt, it can be a real pain, literally. Traditional dressings help, but they often need frequent changes and can cause more harm when removed. So, scientists are on the hun

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