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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Trump's Press Pool Power Play

President Donald Trump has been making waves, but not in the way you might expect. He's been trying to control the press, specifically the Associated Press (AP), by banning them from covering his events. The reason? The AP refused to change its style guide to match Trump's renaming of the Gulf of M

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Feb 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Robots in Your Home: Meta's New Plan

Meta, a company that has faced significant fines for privacy violations, is now focusing on a new venture: humanoid AI robots for household tasks. These robots are designed to mimic human actions and assist with physical chores. The project is being led by Meta's Reality Labs division, which is alre

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

White House vs. AP: A Name Game Gone Wrong

The White House made a surprising move. They kept a reporter and a photographer from the Associated Press (AP) off Air Force One. Why? Because of a disagreement over what to call the Gulf of Mexico. The White House wanted it called the "Gulf of America. " This isn't just a small issue. AP reporters

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Feb 15 2025SCIENCE

Chilling Out: Why Earth's Ice Ages Happen

Over the past 540 million years, our planet has experienced some serious chill. Two major cold snaps, including the one we're in right now, have lasted for millions of years. These icy periods, known as icehouses, have puzzled scientists for a long time. They know that these cold spells are linked t

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Feb 14 2025POLITICS

The Gulf of Mexico: A Name That's Causing Waves

In a surprising move, the White House has decided to ban the Associated Press (AP) from covering events in the Oval Office and on Air Force One. Why? Because the AP refused to use the new name for the Gulf of Mexico, which the White House has decided to call the "Gulf of America. " The Whit

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Feb 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

Powering Up: The SF6 Challenge

The power industry faces a big problem. It's a gas called sulfur hexafluoride, or SF6. This gas is 23, 500 times more effective at trapping heat than carbon dioxide. It's used in power equipment to stop electrical sparks. As we use more electricity and add more renewable energy, we release more SF6

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Feb 14 2025EDUCATION

The Hidden Struggle of Kids in Temporary Housing

Kids living in temporary housing face a lot of challenges. These challenges can affect their education, health, and overall well-being. It's not just about having a roof over their heads; it's about the stability and security that comes with a permanent home. First, let's talk about education. Kids

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

Young Athletes and Shoulder Surgery: What You Need to Know

Shoulder surgery in young athletes is a big deal. It's not just about fixing a problem; it's about getting them back in the game safely. This review looked at four studies involving 77 young patients who had surgery for shoulder instability. Most of these kids were boys, aged between 12 and 15. 9 ye

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Feb 13 2025CELEBRITIES

Teddi Mellencamp's Unexpected Journey

Teddi Mellencamp, a familiar face from "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, " is facing a tough challenge. She recently shared that she has multiple brain tumors and will undergo surgery to remove them. The news came as a shock to many, as she had been dealing with severe headaches for weeks. Doct

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Feb 13 2025HEALTH

Shoulder Surgery: The Future of Flexible Implants

Shoulder replacements are becoming more common, and with that comes the need to fix or change these implants. To make this process simpler and less harmful to the body, doctors have created special parts for the shoulder joint that can be easily switched. These parts are called convertible glenoid a

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